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DC bill #B26-0164 • Last Action 05/28/2025
Rebalancing Expectations for Neighbors, Tenants, and Landlords (RENTAL) Act of 2025
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Rebalancing Expectations for Neighbors, Tenants, and Landlords (RENTAL) Act of 2025, introduces several significant changes to housing and rental regulations in the District of Columbia. The bill modifies emergency rental assistance requirements by allowing applicants to provide unsworn declarations explaining emergency situations when documentation is precluded, and clarifies what constitutes an "emergency situation" as an unforeseen event impacting a tenant's ability to pay rent. It also establishes new court eviction procedures, including mandatory hearings within specific timeframes for different types of eviction cases, and introduces protective order provisions requiring tenants to deposit rental payments into court registries during eviction proceedings. The bill creates a new nine-member Board of Directors for the District of Columbia Housing Authority with specific experience requirements, establishes a temporary Stabilization and Reform Board, and provides detailed training and compensation guidelines for board members. Additionally, the legislation includes provisions related to low-income housing tax credits, tenant opportunities to purchase, and consumer protection amendments. The bill aims to provide more structured support for tenants facing housing insecurity while also establishing clearer guidelines for housing providers and the housing authority.
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Bill Summary: Rebalancing Expectations for Neighbors, Tenants, and Landlords (RENTAL) Act of 2025
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 26th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Mendelson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing
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TX bill #SB2530 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Relating to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association; providing an administrative penalty.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA), a state-run insurance provider that covers windstorm and hail damage in coastal areas. Key provisions include prohibiting TWIA employees and board members from using association funds to lobby for or against legislative measures, with violations resulting in immediate termination and a $10,000 administrative penalty. The bill requires the association's headquarters to be located in a coastal county and mandates that certain board meetings, including those setting probable maximum loss and annual rates, be held in person in a first tier coastal county. The legislation also modifies board membership requirements, adjusts the process for setting and approving the association's probable maximum loss, and changes how member assessments and public securities are handled during catastrophe years. Additionally, the bill requires board approval for adjusting premiums for inflation, extends the timeline for rate filings and approvals, and changes the probability calculation for maximum loss from one in 100 to one in 50 years. These changes aim to improve the governance, financial management, and operational transparency of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, with most provisions taking effect on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association; providing an administrative penalty.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Mayes Middleton (R)*, Brandon Creighton (R)*, Adam Hinojosa (R)*, Chuy Hinojosa (D)*, Joan Huffman (R)*, Lois Kolkhorst (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Scheduled for public hearing on . . .
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CA bill #SB769 • Last Action 05/19/2025
The Golden State Infrastructure Corporation Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Golden State Infrastructure Corporation, a not-for-profit corporation within the State Treasurer's Office designed to finance infrastructure projects in California. The corporation will be governed by a board of directors including the Treasurer (as chair), Controller, Director of the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development, and two gubernatorial appointees with expertise in property financing and development. The corporation will have broad powers to provide financing to infrastructure companies and governmental entities, including making loans, issuing revenue bonds, entering into financing transactions, and creating financial instruments to support infrastructure development. The bill creates a Golden State Infrastructure Corporation Fund that will be continuously appropriated and allows the corporation to extend financing for infrastructure projects that meet specific criteria, such as being located in California and having the capability to meet contractual obligations. Notably, the state will not be liable for the corporation's obligations, and the corporation will have significant flexibility in its financial operations, including the ability to issue both taxable and tax-exempt bonds. The bill also includes provisions for transparency, requiring annual reports to the Governor and Legislature detailing the corporation's activities, financial statements, and the economic impact of its infrastructure financing. A unique aspect of the bill is its provision for closed-session meetings when discussing financing for private infrastructure companies, with the stated purpose of protecting sensitive financial information.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Part 15 (commencing with Section 16000) to Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, relating to infrastructure finance, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Anna Caballero (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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OR bill #HB2596 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Relating to an interstate compact for school psychologists.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact, which creates a streamlined system for school psychologists to obtain licenses across multiple member states. The compact aims to improve the availability of school psychological services by reducing bureaucratic barriers for licensed professionals who want to practice in different states. Key provisions include establishing an interstate commission to oversee implementation, creating a process for obtaining equivalent licenses in member states, and facilitating information sharing between state licensing authorities. School psychologists can obtain an equivalent license in a remote state by maintaining an active home state license, completing any state-specific requirements, undergoing a background check, and paying necessary fees. The compact also provides special provisions for active military members and their spouses, allowing them more flexibility in maintaining professional licenses across different states. The bill defines numerous terms related to school psychology licensing, establishes rules for state participation, creates mechanisms for discipline and adverse actions, and outlines a comprehensive governance structure for the interstate commission that will manage the compact. Importantly, the compact seeks to preserve each state's authority to protect public health and safety while creating a more mobile and efficient licensing process for school psychologists.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Causes this state to join a compact for school psychologists. (Flesch Readability Score: 69.7). Enacts the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact. Prescribes that the purpose of the Compact is to facilitate the interstate practice of school psychology in educational or school settings. Describes the rights and responsibilities under the Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 8 : Courtney Neron Misslin (D)*, Ed Diehl (R)*, Hai Pham (D), Anna Scharf (R), Lew Frederick (D), Sara Gelser Blouin (D), David Smith (R), Suzanne Weber (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Work Session scheduled.
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OR bill #HB2453 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Relating to education; declaring an emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the roles and responsibilities of educational equity advisory committees in Oregon school districts by removing the requirement that these committees advise school district boards directly. Instead, the committees will now advise the school district superintendent about educational equity impacts of policy decisions and inform the superintendent about situations negatively affecting underrepresented students. The bill allows the superintendent to act on committee recommendations without school board approval. The committees can still prepare annual reports, which will now be shared with the school board by the superintendent, and potentially presented by the committee if requested. The process for selecting committee members remains largely unchanged, with the superintendent (rather than the board) leading the selection, ensuring representation of underserved student groups, and maintaining requirements to solicit community input. Additionally, the bill directs the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) to conduct a comprehensive study on the state of public education, with findings to be submitted to legislative education committees by September 15, 2026. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it would take effect immediately upon passage in 2025.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Limits the duties of an equity committee that serves a school district. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.7). Digest: Directs ODE to study the state of education in this state. (Flesch Readability Score: 72.6). Requires the Department of Education to study the adequacy of public education in this state. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to education not later than September 15, 2026. Removes the requirement that an educational equity advisory committee must advise a school district board. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Courtney Neron (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 04/12/2025
• Last Action: Work Session scheduled.
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CA bill #SB682 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Environmental health: product safety: perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses the regulation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of persistent and highly toxic chemicals widely used in various products. The bill establishes a phased approach to prohibiting intentionally added PFAS in different product categories. Starting January 1, 2027, the bill will ban PFAS in cleaning products, cookware, dental floss, juvenile products, food packaging, and ski wax. On January 1, 2035, the prohibition will expand to other products, and by January 1, 2040, it will cover specialized products like certain refrigerants, solvents, and industrial materials. The bill allows manufacturers to petition for a "currently unavoidable use" exemption if they can prove there are no safer alternatives, the PFAS function is necessary for the product to work, and the use is critical for health, safety, or societal functioning. The Department of Toxic Substances Control will be responsible for reviewing these petitions, maintaining a public list of exemptions, and creating regulations to implement the law. The legislation aims to reduce PFAS contamination, which has been linked to various health risks, including kidney and liver damage, immune system dysfunction, and increased cancer risks. The bill creates a PFAS Oversight Fund to support administrative costs and reflects California's proactive approach to addressing chemical safety in consumer products.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 25252 and 108076 of, and to add Chapter 17.5 (commencing with Section 109030) to Part 3 of Division 104 of, the Health and Safety Code, relating to product safety.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ben Allen (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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CA bill #SB720 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Automated traffic enforcement system programs.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for automated traffic enforcement systems (ATES) that detect traffic control signal violations, with significant provisions focused on safety, equity, and procedural fairness. Local jurisdictions may establish ATES programs to detect traffic signal violations, with requirements including clearly visible warning signs, strategic placement in geographically diverse locations, and prioritization of intersections with high safety risks. The bill mandates that cities create an impact report analyzing potential civil liberties concerns, fiscal costs, and deployment locations, which must be publicly reviewed before implementation. Notably, the bill limits penalties to a $100 civil penalty that does not result in driver's license points or suspension, and provides robust protections for low-income and indigent individuals, including options for reduced fines, payment plans, and community service alternatives. The system must use rear license plate images only, maintain strict confidentiality of records, and cannot be designed to generate revenue. The bill also requires detailed annual reporting on violations, citations, and system impacts, with an emphasis on using excess revenues for traffic-calming measures. Importantly, the legislation aims to address racial disparities in traditional traffic enforcement by providing a more standardized, technology-driven approach to traffic safety.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 70615 of the Government Code, and to amend Section 21455.5 of, and to add Section 21455.9 to, the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Angelique Ashby (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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NV bill #SB460 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Revises provisions relating to education. (BDR 34-16)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively reforms Nevada's public education system, focusing on several key areas of improvement. It establishes a new State Board plan to improve academic achievement in public elementary schools, requiring specific goals for pupil growth and professional development. The bill creates a School District Oversight Board that can be impaneled during emergencies to address systemic issues in school districts. It modifies the composition and voting rights of school district boards of trustees, particularly in larger districts like Clark County. The legislation introduces a Commission on Recruitment and Retention to study issues surrounding educator workforce challenges, including potential strategies like minimum salary scales, health insurance, and loan forgiveness programs. It revises requirements for teacher licensing, background checks, and professional development, implementing a new Rap Back Program to continuously monitor criminal histories of educational personnel. The bill establishes a salary incentive program for teachers and principals in large school districts, allowing them to earn salary increases by completing additional professional development. It also creates a Nevada Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Support Program to provide grants for recruiting and retaining teachers, particularly in areas with teacher shortages. Additionally, the bill expands early childhood literacy programs, allows more organizations to apply for early childhood education grants, and creates new reporting requirements for charter schools and educational choice scholarship programs. It includes several appropriations totaling hundreds of millions of dollars to support various educational initiatives, such as school district support, teacher apprenticeships, and early childhood education facility expansions. The legislation takes a comprehensive approach to addressing educational challenges, focusing on teacher recruitment and retention, academic achievement, professional development, and financial support for schools and educators.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to education; revising provisions governing plans to improve academic achievement; revising provisions governing the annual report of accountability for a school district; providing for the impaneling of a School District Oversight Board; revising provisions governing boards of trustees of certain school districts; revising provisions governing the Commission on School Funding; revising provisions governing the Early Childhood Literacy and Readiness Account; establishing required ratios of teachers to administrators; revising provisions governing membership of the State Public Charter School Authority; revising provisions governing the formation of charter schools, the amendment of charter contracts and the employment of teachers by charter schools; revising provisions governing the Nevada Educational Choice Scholarship Program; creating the Commission on Recruitment and Retention; revising provisions relating to the Commission on Professional Standards in Education; revising provisions governing background investigations of applicants for certain licenses; establishing requirements governing the hiring of a superintendent of schools; revising provisions governing certain - evaluations; creating a salary incentive program for teachers and administrators; establishing certain requirements for the Board of Regents of the University of Nevada; requiring the Legislative Auditor to conduct a performance audit; creating certain accounts and programs concerning teacher apprenticeships; making appropriations; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 04/29/2025
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 13 : Nicole Cannizzaro (D)*, Marilyn Dondero Loop (D)*, Julie Pazina (D)*, Michelee Cruz-Crawford (D), Skip Daly (D), Fabian Donate (D), Edgar Flores (D), Roberta Lange (D), Dina Neal (D), Rochelle Nguyen (D), James Ohrenschall (D), Melanie Scheible (D), Angela Taylor (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Senate Education Hearing (13:00:00 5/19/2025 Room 2134)
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CA bill #SB861 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Consumer affairs.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous technical and substantive changes across various professional licensing and regulatory areas in California. Specifically, the bill updates provisions related to several professional boards and licensing entities, including the Dental Board of California, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board, Dental Hygiene Board, Contractors State License Board, and others. Key provisions include modifying fee structures, updating definitions, adjusting licensing requirements, and making technical corrections to existing laws. For example, the bill changes the definition of "distance education" in private postsecondary education, updates the qualifier examination accuracy for court reporters from 97.5% to 95%, and modifies requirements for the Licensed Physicians from Mexico Program. The bill also makes technical changes such as eliminating gendered pronouns, updating cross-references, and removing obsolete provisions. Additionally, it addresses various regulatory matters in areas like cannabis tracking, weights and measures standards, and private investigator service agreements. Overall, the bill appears to be a comprehensive clean-up and modernization of existing regulatory frameworks across multiple professional and consumer affairs domains.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 27, 144, 1602, 1603, 1901, 1903, 1905, 1926.3, 1944, 2125, 2532.2, 2532.3, 2532.4, 2532.6, 2532.7, 2536, 6501, 6584, 7076.5, 7137, 7152, 7524, 8027, 9889.1, 9889.2, 9889.9, 12107, 12211, 12500.8, 12609, 13404.5, 13711, 19094, 26051.5, and 26067 of, and to add and repeal Section 1616.5 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 44831, 94834, 94866, 94897, 94900, 94902, 94909, and 94910 of, and to repeal Sections 94880.1, 94929.9, and 94949 of, the Education Code, and to amend Section 14132.55 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to consumer affairs.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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CA bill #SB827 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Local agency officials: training.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands ethics training requirements for local agency officials by mandating that department heads and administrative officers now receive ethics training, with officials starting service on or after January 1, 2026, required to complete their initial training within 6 months instead of one year. The bill introduces a new requirement for local agency officials to receive at least 2 hours of fiscal and financial training every two years, covering topics like financial administration, budget processes, debt management, revenue mechanisms, and ethical resource management. Local agencies must now publish their training records on their websites and can contract with training providers to offer courses or self-study materials developed in consultation with local government finance experts. The bill requires local agencies to provide information about available training at least annually and maintains existing exemptions for officials already complying with specific education requirements. By addressing fiscal management as a statewide concern, the bill applies to all cities, including charter cities, and includes provisions for potential state reimbursement of mandated local program costs. The training aims to improve local government transparency, financial oversight, and ethical conduct by ensuring officials have consistent, comprehensive educational opportunities.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 53234, 53235.1, and 53235.2 of, and to add Article 2.4.6 (commencing with Section 53238) to Chapter 2 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of, the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lena Gonzalez (D)*, Jesse Arreguin (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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CA bill #SB601 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Water: waste discharge.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses water quality regulation and waste discharge requirements in California by expanding protections for "nexus waters" - which are defined as waters of the state that are not navigable waters. The bill requires the State Water Resources Control Board and regional water quality control boards to include nexus waters in all water quality processes, such as integrated reporting and establishing total maximum daily loads. It modifies existing requirements for businesses and industries to demonstrate enrollment in National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) or Waste Discharge Requirements (WDR) permit programs when applying for business licenses or construction permits, now requiring applicants to provide additional information like total planned disturbed acreage. The bill also introduces provisions for citizen enforcement actions related to waste discharge requirements, establishes a mechanism for annual adjustments to civil monetary penalties for violations, and ensures that water quality standards for nexus waters remain in effect. Importantly, the bill mandates that waste discharge requirements for nexus waters must be at least as stringent as federal permit requirements and cannot be waived. The legislation aims to restore and maintain water quality protections that existed prior to a May 2023 Supreme Court decision, and includes a provision stating that in any conflict between the bill's provisions and existing law, the more stringent provision will prevail.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 16000.3 and 16100.3 of the Business and Professions Code, and to amend Sections 13170, 13263, 13350, 13370, 13372, 13373, 13374, 13376, 13383.5, and 13385.1 of, to amend the heading of Chapter 5.5 (commencing with Section 13370) of Division 7 of, to add Sections 13052, 13164.5, 13250, 13251, 13352, and 13377.5 to, and to add Article 8 (commencing with Section 13366) to Chapter 5 of Division 7 of, the Water Code, relating to water, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Ben Allen (D)*, Damon Connolly (D), Lena Gonzalez (D), Ash Kalra (D), Chris Rogers (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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CA bill #SB607 • Last Action 05/19/2025
California Environmental Quality Act: categorical exemptions: infill projects.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several modifications to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to streamline environmental review processes, particularly for housing and infill development projects. The bill revises definitions related to environmental impact assessments, introducing a "more likely than not" standard for determining significant environmental effects and establishing new criteria for when environmental impact reports (EIRs) are required. It creates new provisions that limit CEQA's application for projects that are otherwise exempt but have a single disqualifying condition, effectively allowing more focused environmental review. The bill specifically targets housing development by creating more flexible pathways for infill and housing projects, including exempting certain rezonings that implement housing element actions from full environmental review. By July 1, 2026, the bill requires the Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation to map eligible urban infill sites and develop alternative compliance methods for categorical exemptions. The bill also places restrictions on projects involving distribution centers, oil and gas infrastructure, and developments on natural and protected lands, ensuring these types of projects undergo more rigorous environmental scrutiny. Additionally, the bill modifies procedural aspects of environmental litigation, such as record preparation and court mandates, to potentially make the review process more efficient while maintaining environmental protections.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 21064, 21064.5, 21080, 21080.1, 21082.2, 21083, 21167.6, and 21168.9 of, and to add Sections 21060.4, 21064.1, 21064.8, 21067.5, 21080.085, and 21083.03 to, the Public Resources Code, relating to environmental quality.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Scott Wiener (D)*, Buffy Wicks (D), Patrick Ahrens (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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CA bill #SB464 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Employer pay data.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends California's existing pay data reporting requirements by introducing several key changes. For private employers with 100 or more employees, the bill requires that any demographic information collected be stored separately from personnel records and mandates separate pay data reporting for employees hired through labor contractors. While the bill originally proposed to include sexual orientation in reporting demographics, the final version removes this requirement. The bill strengthens enforcement by mandating that courts impose civil penalties on employers who fail to file required reports when requested by the Civil Rights Department. Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision requiring public employers with 100 or more employees to submit annual pay data reports starting in May 2027, which will include demographic data about employees organized by job category, such as ethnicity, race, disability, veteran status, and gender. The legislation also includes confidentiality protections, ensuring that individually identifiable information remains private and is not subject to public disclosure. The bill aims to enhance transparency in workplace demographics and pay equity while protecting individual employee privacy.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 12999 of, and to add Section 12999.1 to, the Government Code, relating to civil rights.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D)*, Laura Richardson (D)*, Akilah Weber Pierson (D)*, Mia Bonta (D), Isaac Bryan (D), Sade Elhawary (D), Mike Gipson (D), Corey Jackson (D), Tina McKinnor (D), Rhodesia Ransom (D), LaShae Sharp-Collins (D), Lori Wilson (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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CA bill #SB572 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Vehicles: advanced driver assistance system: crash reports.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires manufacturers of Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) vehicles to report specific types of crashes to the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) within one or five calendar days, depending on the severity of the incident. Specifically, manufacturers must report crashes that occur on public roads in California where the Level 2 ADAS was engaged 30 seconds before and during the crash, and which result in either a fatality, hospital treatment, vulnerable road user involvement, vehicle tow-away, or airbag deployment. The DMV will be required to post this crash data on its website every two months and share the information with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and National Transportation Safety Board, while ensuring that no proprietary business information or personally identifying details are disclosed. The bill imposes a significant civil penalty of $26,315 per violation per day for manufacturers who fail to report crashes, and the provisions will only become operative under certain conditions, such as if the existing federal reporting guidelines (General Order 2021-01) are repealed or substantially amended. The bill aims to enhance transparency and safety reporting for vehicles with advanced driver assistance technologies while protecting sensitive business and personal information.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Division 16.65 (commencing with Section 38800) to the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 05/02/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lena Gonzalez (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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CA bill #SB414 • Last Action 05/19/2025
School accountability: school financial and performance audits: chartering authorities: tort liability: educational enrichment activities: flex-based instruction.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive changes to various aspects of charter school and educational agency operations, focusing on financial accountability, auditing, and educational enrichment activities. The bill introduces several key provisions: it requires charter schools to review their annual audits in public meetings, imposes stricter training requirements for auditors conducting educational agency audits, and mandates that auditors independently select documents for review and verify specific information like pupil-teacher ratios. The bill also requires chartering authorities to monitor charter schools' fiscal conditions more closely, including reviewing credit and debit card transactions, and allows the State Board of Education to adjust funding for charter schools if it finds financial abuse or excessive administrative expenses. Starting July 1, 2026, local educational agencies will only be allowed to contract with vetted vendors for educational enrichment activities, with specific requirements around vendor approval, background checks, and teacher verification of activity appropriateness. Additionally, the bill reclassifies "nonclassroom-based instruction" as "flex-based instruction" and sets new parameters for how such programs can operate and receive funding. The legislation aims to increase transparency, accountability, and oversight in charter school operations and educational program delivery.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 14502.1, 41020, 41020.5, 42238.024, 43521, 46211, 47604.1, 47604.3, 47604.32, 47604.5, 47605, 47605.1, 47612.5, 47612.7, 47613, 47614.5, 47616.7, 47634.2, 51744, 51745.6, and 51747 of, to add Sections 41020.4 and 41020.6 to, and to add Article 11 (commencing with Section 51820) and Article 11.5 (commencing with Section 51827) to Chapter 5 of Part 28 of Division 4 of Title 2 of, the Education Code, and to amend Section 811.2 of the Government Code, relating to school accountability.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 03/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Angelique Ashby (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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CA bill #SB642 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Employment: payment of wages.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates California labor laws to strengthen protections against wage discrimination and improve pay transparency. It revises the definition of "pay scale" to mean a good faith estimate of the expected wage range that an employer reasonably expects to pay for a position. The bill prohibits employers from paying employees different wages based on sex, expanding previous language that only referenced "opposite sex". It extends the statute of limitations for wage discrimination claims, allowing employees to file civil actions up to 3 years after a discriminatory compensation decision (or 4 years for willful violations). The bill clarifies that a cause of action can occur when a discriminatory compensation decision is adopted, when an employee becomes subject to such a decision, or when an employee is affected by its application. Notably, it allows a series of discriminatory wage payments to be considered a continuing violation if they arise from an ongoing discriminatory compensation practice. The legislation also requires employers with 15 or more employees to include pay scales in job postings, provide pay scale information upon request, and maintain detailed wage records. Additionally, the bill defines key terms like "wages," "wage rates," and "sex" to provide clarity and comprehensive protection against wage discrimination.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 432.3 and 1197.5 of the Labor Code, relating to employment.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Monique Limon (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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CA bill #SB312 • Last Action 05/19/2025
Dog importation: health certificates.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies existing regulations for dog importation into California by requiring anyone selling, transporting, or importing a dog for resale or change of ownership to obtain and submit a detailed health certificate from a licensed veterinarian to both the Department of Food and Agriculture and the buyer. The health certificate must be dated within 10 days of importation and include comprehensive information such as the examination date, confirmation of no infectious diseases, vaccination details, rabies immunization status, number of dogs in the shipment, breed and age descriptions, microchip numbers, physical addresses of origin and destination, veterinarian's credentials, and contact information for the consignor and buyer. The bill also mandates that the Department of Food and Agriculture create a public website displaying the submitted health certificate information (with some personal details redacted) and makes these health certificates fully accessible as public records. By expanding documentation requirements and creating new reporting obligations, the bill aims to improve tracking and health monitoring of dogs entering California, with violations potentially classified as misdemeanors under the Food and Agricultural Code.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 31000) to Division 14 of the Food and Agricultural Code, and to repeal Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 121720) of Part 6 of Division 105 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to dogs.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Tom Umberg (D)*, Steve Bennett (D), Marc Berman (D), Ash Kalra (D), Ben Allen (D), Sabrina Cervantes (D), Dave Cortese (D), Matt Haney (D), Henry Stern (D), Scott Wiener (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Hearing (10:00:00 5/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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CT bill #HB06971 • Last Action 05/15/2025
An Act Adopting The Connecticut Uniform Mediation Act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Connecticut Uniform Mediation Act, which establishes comprehensive rules and guidelines for mediation processes in the state. The act defines key terms such as "mediation" (a facilitated negotiation process), "mediation communication" (statements made during or for the purpose of mediation), and specifies when the act applies, such as court-referred mediations or mediations where parties agree in writing to confidentiality. The bill provides strong protections for mediation confidentiality, allowing parties and mediators to refuse to disclose mediation communications in legal proceedings, with specific exceptions for situations involving criminal activity, threats of violence, professional misconduct, or child/adult abuse. The act requires mediators to disclose potential conflicts of interest, maintain impartiality, and sets guidelines for participation, including allowing attorneys to accompany parties. It also addresses international commercial mediations by referencing the United Nations Model Law and provides special provisions for Probate Court mediations. The act will take effect on October 1, 2025, and aims to create uniform standards for mediation across Connecticut, promoting confidentiality, voluntary participation, and effective dispute resolution.
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Bill Summary: To adopt the Connecticut Uniform Mediation Act.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Judiciary Committee, Josh Elliott (D), Tom Delnicki (R), Ken Gucker (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Senate Calendar Number 489
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MI bill #HB4103 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Health occupations: occupational therapists; occupational therapy licensure compact; enact. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 16188. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4104'25
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate interstate practice for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants. The compact aims to increase public access to occupational therapy services by creating a system of mutual license recognition among participating states. Key provisions include allowing licensed occupational therapists to practice in other member states through a "Compact Privilege" without obtaining additional state licenses, establishing a data system to track licensee information and disciplinary actions, and creating an Occupational Therapy Compact Commission to oversee the implementation and administration of the compact. The bill defines detailed requirements for licensees to obtain a Compact Privilege, including holding an unencumbered license in their home state, completing a criminal background check, and meeting specific professional standards. The compact also provides special considerations for military personnel and their spouses, establishes procedures for investigating and addressing disciplinary actions across states, and creates a comprehensive framework for interstate collaboration in regulating occupational therapy practice. The compact will become effective once ten states have enacted it into law, with the goal of improving healthcare access, supporting professional mobility, and maintaining high standards of patient care across state boundaries.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled"Public health code,"(MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16188.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 43 : Julie Rogers (D)*, Doug Wozniak (R), J.R. Roth (R), Matthew Bierlein (R), Tom Kunse (R), Pat Outman (R), Ann Bollin (R), Joe Aragona (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Carrie Rheingans (D), Steve Frisbie (R), Kathy Schmaltz (R), Alicia St. Germaine (R), Carol Glanville (D), Brenda Carter (D), Helena Scott (D), John Fitzgerald (D), Matt Longjohn (D), Cynthia Neeley (D), Kimberly Edwards (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Karen Whitsett (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Reggie Miller (D), Natalie Price (D), Betsy Coffia (D), Phil Skaggs (D), Jaz Martus (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Stephen Wooden (D), Morgan Foreman (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Stephanie Young (D), Julie Brixie (D), Mike McFall (D), Regina Weiss (D), Jason Morgan (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Alabas Farhat (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Health Policy
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OR bill #SB992 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Relating to beverage containers; declaring an emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oregon's Bottle Bill (the beverage container deposit and redemption law) by introducing several key changes to improve recycling and redemption opportunities. The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) is authorized to approve new alternative access redemption centers, which are nonprofit-operated facilities where people can return empty beverage containers, particularly targeting individuals who frequently recycle. The bill allows for the creation of mobile or satellite redemption sites and establishes specific rules for dealers in designated convenience zones. Dealers in larger stores (over 5,000 square feet) in these zones can refuse to accept bottle returns if they participate in or are served by an alternative access redemption center. The bill also requires the OLCC to review convenience zones every three years and study ways to modernize the Bottle Bill, with a requirement to submit findings to legislative committees by September 15, 2026. Additionally, the legislation provides more flexibility for dealers, allowing them to set specific hours for accepting bottle returns and enabling wineries to refuse returns of containers they did not sell. The bill includes an emergency clause, making it effective immediately upon passage, and is designed to make beverage container recycling more convenient and efficient for Oregon residents.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: This Act allows the OLCC to approve a new kind of redemption center and makes other changes to Oregon’s Bottle Bill. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.6). Digest: This Act requires the OLCC to study ways to modernize Oregon’s Bottle Bill. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.4). Requires the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission to study the modernization of the beverage container redemption and recycling law. Directs the commission to submit findings to the interim com- mittees of the Legislative Assembly related to the environment by September 15, 2026. Authorizes the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission to approve one or more alter- native access redemption centers. Directs the commission to classify two existing conven- ience zones as a single low-impact convenience zone if certain criteria are met. Directs the commission to review convenience zones every three years. Provides that beverage container dealers must accept returns of empty beverage con- tainers during specified hours and may refuse to accept returns during all other hours. Provides that wineries may refuse to accept returns of empty beverage containers not sold by the winery. Modifies provisions related to siting of full-service redemption centers. Pro- vides that a dealer that establishes a dealer redemption center within a city with a popu- lation of 500,000 or greater may refuse to accept returns of empty beverage containers. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: Work Session scheduled.
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RI bill #H5575 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Allows for the procurement of nuclear power.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows a public utility company in Rhode Island to procure nuclear power and enter into long-term contracts for nuclear energy, expanding the state's existing energy procurement framework. The legislation modifies several sections of state law to explicitly include nuclear power alongside other energy resources like hydroelectric and renewable energy. Key changes include authorizing the Office of Energy Resources and the public utility company to participate in competitive solicitations for nuclear power transmission, enabling the utility to enter into long-term nuclear power contracts subject to public utilities commission review, and establishing a framework for financial incentives and cost recovery for these nuclear energy investments. The bill allows the utility to seek financial remuneration for nuclear power contracts, with the public utilities commission retaining oversight to ensure the contracts are commercially reasonable, consistent with greenhouse gas reduction goals, and do not cause the utility to earn excessive returns. The legislation also adds a severability clause to ensure that if any part of the law is found invalid, the rest of the provisions can still be implemented, and the bill will take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would allow a public utility company that provides electric and gas distribution to participate in projects that would allow for the reliable transmission of nuclear power. It would allow the utility to procure nuclear power and enter into long-term contracts for nuclear power. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Joseph Solomon (D)*, Bill O'Brien (D), Charlene Lima (D), Brian Kennedy (D), Paul Santucci (R), Stephen Casey (D), Tom Noret (D), Earl Read (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: House Corporations Consideration (00:00:00 5/15/2025 )
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AK bill #HB146 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Public Employee Personal Information
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances protections for public employees' personal information by establishing new restrictions on what information public employers can disclose. Specifically, the bill prohibits employers from revealing sensitive personal details including home addresses, dates of birth, personal phone numbers, personal email addresses, labor organization membership status, and communications between labor representatives and employees. The legislation amends existing labor laws to make disclosure of such information an unfair labor practice, and also modifies the state's Public Records Act to exempt these types of personal information from public disclosure. If an employer receives a request for protected employee information, they must notify the employee's labor representative promptly and provide a copy of the request. The bill includes exceptions for disclosures required by law, authorized by the employee, or made to the employee's representative. The provisions will apply to new collective bargaining agreements and employer actions moving forward, ensuring ongoing protection of public employees' personal data and privacy rights.
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Bill Summary: An Act prohibiting public employers from disclosing certain public employee personal information; making disclosure of certain public employee personal information an unfair labor practice; and creating an exception to the Public Records Act for certain public employee personal information.
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• Introduced: 03/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 34th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Carolyn Hall (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/21/2025
• Last Action: House State Affairs Hearing (15:15:00 5/15/2025 Gruenberg 120)
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OR bill #SB890 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Relating to the Oregon Sunshine Committee.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Oregon Sunshine Committee (OSC), a group responsible for reviewing public records exemptions, by eliminating the existing public records subcommittee and replacing it with the judiciary-related committees of the Legislative Assembly. The key changes include shifting oversight responsibilities from the Legislative Counsel Committee to the judiciary committees, adjusting reporting dates from July to May and from September to an unspecified date in even-numbered years, and extending the committee's review timeline for exemptions from December 31, 2026, to December 31, 2031. The bill also updates the composition of the Oregon Sunshine Committee by specifying that four legislative members (two from the House and two from the Senate, with equal representation from majority and minority parties) will serve as ex officio nonvoting members. Additionally, the bill maintains the committee's core mission of studying public records laws, identifying inefficiencies in transparency, and making recommendations for improving public access to government information. The changes aim to streamline the review process for public records exemptions and ensure continued oversight of government transparency efforts.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Makes changes to the OSC reports including dates and the committee which reviews the reports. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.8) Disestablishes the subcommittee on public records and changes the committee that reviews the Oregon Sunshine Committee reports to the committees or interim committees of the Legislative As- sembly related to the judiciary. Modifies dates the reports from the Oregon Sunshine Committee are due.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Kim Thatcher (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: Work Session scheduled.
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CT bill #HB06883 • Last Action 05/15/2025
An Act Protecting The Location Of Housing For Domestic Violence And Sexual Assault Victims.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill protects the confidentiality of housing locations for domestic violence and sexual assault victims by modifying existing Connecticut state law. Specifically, the bill prohibits public agencies from disclosing information that would reveal the location of shelters or transitional housing for domestic violence and sexual assault victims. The legislation expands an existing confidentiality provision that previously only covered domestic violence victim housing to now include sexual assault victim housing as well. Additionally, the bill mandates that any public agency meetings discussing such housing must be conducted in executive session, which means the meetings will be closed to the public to prevent potential exposure of sensitive location information. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, and aim to enhance the safety and privacy of vulnerable individuals by preventing the public disclosure of their housing locations. The bill also affects how certain government documents and meetings handle information related to victim housing, providing an extra layer of protection for those who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault.
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Bill Summary: To (1) prohibit the disclosure of the residential address of any United States Attorney for the district of Connecticut and any attorney employed by the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection under the Freedom of Information Act, (2) expand the current exemption from disclosure under said act of the location of certain housing to include housing for sexual assault victims, and (3) require public agency meetings discussing such housing to be held in executive session.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 40 : Government Oversight Committee, Sarah Keitt (D), Eleni Kavros DeGraw (D), Hector Arzeno (D), Laurie Sweet (D), Lucy Dathan (D), William Heffernan (D), Aimee Berger-Girvalo (D), Mary Mushinsky (D), Greg Howard (R), Nicholas Menapace (D), Patrick Biggins (D), Josh Elliott (D), Michael DiGiovancarlo (D), Mary LaMark Muir (D), Ken Gucker (D), Anne Hughes (D), Gary Turco (D), Jane Garibay (D), Michael Quinn (D), Jill Barry (D), Steven Winter (D), Daniel Gaiewski (D), Eilish Collins Main (D), Ben McGorty (R), Tom Delnicki (R), Mary Welander (D), Irene Haines (R), Joseph Canino (R), Tony Hwang (R), Tony Scott (R), Kaitlyn Shake (D), Bill Pizzuto (R), Nicole Klarides-Ditria (R), Jimmy Sánchez (D), Farley Santos (D), John Santanella (D), Juan Candelaria (D), Bob Godfrey (D), Nicholas Gauthier (D), Hubert Delany (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate Calendar Number 484
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IL bill #SB1740 • Last Action 05/15/2025
SCH CD-MANDATES-REORGANIZE
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to reorganize and streamline various provisions of the School Code, removing outdated mandates and restructuring educational requirements. Here is a summary of the key provisions: This bill creates a School Code Mandate Reduction Council to evaluate and assess mandates in the School Code, with the goal of modifying, combining, or eliminating outdated or unnecessarily burdensome requirements. The council will consist of representatives from various educational organizations and stakeholder groups, including teachers, administrators, school boards, and others. By October 1, 2026, the council will file a report with the General Assembly recommending mandates to be eliminated, modified, or combined. The bill makes several significant changes to educational requirements and policies, including: 1. Removing outdated provisions related to social science learning standards and higher education preparation requirements. 2. Prohibiting schools from discriminating against or penalizing students for unpaid school fees or fines. 3. Removing the requirement for recycled newsprint for student newspapers. 4. Creating new sections on various educational topics, including safety education, health education, online safety, and media literacy. 5. Updating high school graduation requirements, including changes to course requirements and computer literacy instruction. 6. Establishing new provisions for comprehensive health education, including age-appropriate consent education and instruction on various health-related topics. 7. Adding new sections on patriotism, civics education, and representative government. 8. Creating provisions for instruction on topics like teen dating violence, drug and alcohol prevention, and environmental education. The bill also repeals several existing acts and sections of the School Code that are deemed obsolete or redundant, such as the Voting by Minors Act and the Critical Health Problems and Comprehensive Health Education Act. Overall, the bill seeks to modernize and simplify educational requirements, remove outdated mandates, and provide more flexible and comprehensive educational approaches.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Grant Funds Recovery Act to make a change concerning school maintenance project grants. Amends the Soybean Ink Act to make a change concerning school districts. Amends the School Code. Removes outdated provisions regarding social science learning standards and provisions regarding meeting minimum higher education preparation and admission requirements. Removes language providing that students who do not take the State's final accountability assessment or its approved alternate assessment may not receive a regular high school diploma unless the student is exempted from taking the State assessments. Prohibits a school board from discriminating against, punishing, or penalizing a student because the student's parents or guardians are unable to pay any required fees or fines for the loss of school property. Removes the requirement that all paper purchased by a board of education, public schools, and attendance centers for publication of student newspapers be recycled newsprint. Increases the age for when an individualized education program must include transition services. Removes the minimum hour requirements for training on concussions and on issues related to domestic and sexual violence. Removes the requirement that a police training academy job training program be open to all students and that participation be tracked. Creates the School Code Mandate Reduction Council. Makes changes concerning commemorative holidays. Renumbers and reorganizes the Course of Study Article and other provisions. Makes conforming and other changes in various Acts. Repeals various Sections of the School Code, the Voting by Minors Act, and the Critical Health Problems and Comprehensive Health Education Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 13 : Mary Edly-Allen (D)*, Michelle Mussman (D)*, Meg Loughran Cappel (D), Linda Holmes (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Julie Morrison (D), Laura Ellman (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Kimberly Lightford (D), Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D), Katie Stuart (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Joyce Mason (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 69
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Education Policy Committee Hearing (08:00:00 5/15/2025 Room 122B)
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TX bill #HB33 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Relating to active shooter incidents at primary and secondary school facilities and other emergencies.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill, named the Uvalde Strong Act, comprehensively addresses school safety and emergency response protocols in Texas, primarily focusing on improving preparedness and response to active shooter incidents. The bill requires school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to conduct security reviews when constructing or renovating facilities, mandates that each campus have at least one breaching tool and ballistic shield, and establishes new training and certification requirements for law enforcement and emergency services personnel. It creates a template for evaluating and reporting on active shooter incidents, requiring local law enforcement and emergency medical services to submit detailed reports within 45 and 90 days of an incident. The bill also mandates the development of mental health resources for first responders, establishes requirements for public information officers to receive certification in emergency communications, and requires the Texas Division of Emergency Management to develop a comprehensive guide for communities on preparing for and responding to active shooter incidents. Additionally, the legislation requires the Department of Public Safety and local law enforcement agencies to develop mutual aid agreements and conduct joint emergency response exercises. These measures aim to enhance communication, coordination, and preparedness among various agencies to more effectively prevent, respond to, and recover from critical incidents, particularly in school settings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to active shooter incidents at primary and secondary school facilities and other emergencies.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2025
• Added: 04/17/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 84 : Don McLaughlin (R)*, Ryan Guillen (R)*, Joe Moody (D)*, Terri Leo-Wilson (R)*, A.J. Louderback (R)*, Pete Flores (R)*, Daniel Alders (R), Trent Ashby (R), Jeffrey Barry (R), Cecil Bell (R), Keith Bell (R), Salman Bhojani (D), Greg Bonnen (R), Brad Buckley (R), Briscoe Cain (R), David Cook (R), Philip Cortez (D), Tom Craddick (R), Charles Cunningham (R), Pat Curry (R), Drew Darby (R), Mano DeAyala (R), Mark Dorazio (R), Paul Dyson (R), Caroline Fairly (R), Lulu Flores (D), James Frank (R), Gary Gates (R), Stan Gerdes (R), Mary González (D), Cody Harris (R), Caroline Harris Davila (R), Richard Hayes (R), Hillary Hickland (R), Janis Holt (R), Lacey Hull (R), Helen Kerwin (R), Ken King (R), Stan Kitzman (R), Marc LaHood (R), Stan Lambert (R), Brooks Landgraf (R), Jeff Leach (R), Mitch Little (R), Janie Lopez (R), Ray Lopez (D), David Lowe (R), J.M. Lozano (R), John Lujan (R), Shelley Luther (R), Mando Martinez (D), John McQueeney (R), Will Metcalf (R), Morgan Meyer (R), Brent Money (R), Penny Morales Shaw (D), Eddie Morales (D), Matt Morgan (R), Sergio Muñoz (D), Candy Noble (R), Tom Oliverson (R), Angelia Orr (R), Jared Patterson (R), Dennis Paul (R), Dade Phelan (R), Mihaela Plesa (D), Richard Raymond (D), Keresa Richardson (R), Ramon Romero (D), Nate Schatzline (R), Joanne Shofner (R), Shelby Slawson (R), John Smithee (R), Valoree Swanson (R), Senfronia Thompson (D), Steve Toth (R), Ellen Troxclair (R), Gary VanDeaver (R), Cody Vasut (R), Denise Villalobos (R), Wesley Virdell (R), Trey Wharton (R), Terry Wilson (R), Borris Miles (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Placed on intent calendar
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RI bill #H5565 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Authorizes and regulates the distribution of the product known as "kratom."
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes and regulates the distribution of kratom, a product derived from the mitragyna speciosa plant, in Rhode Island. The bill establishes comprehensive rules for kratom manufacturers, importers, distributors, and retailers, including licensing requirements, age restrictions, and product safety standards. Key provisions include prohibiting sales to individuals under 21, mandating specific labeling requirements such as health warnings and alkaloid content, and establishing strict quality control measures. The bill requires kratom products to meet safety standards, including limits on heavy metal content, restrictions on synthetic additives, and child-resistant packaging. It imposes a 15% tax on kratom products and creates a framework for enforcement, with potential fines ranging from $250 to $1,500 for violations. The legislation also requires retailers to obtain licenses, display specific signage about age restrictions, and comply with detailed record-keeping and reporting requirements. The bill aims to ensure consumer safety by regulating the production, distribution, and sale of kratom products while preventing access by minors. The law is set to take effect on April 1, 2026, giving businesses time to prepare for the new regulations.
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Bill Summary: This act would authorize and regulate the distribution of the product known as "kratom", and would ban the adulteration of kratom with a dangerous non-kratom substance as to render the product injurious to a consumer. The act would require that any kratom product contain adequate labeling directions necessary for safe and effective use by consumers. This act would take effect on April 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Brian Kennedy (D)*, Jay Edwards (D), Grace Diaz (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: House Corporations Consideration (00:00:00 5/15/2025 )
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VT bill #H0145 • Last Action 05/15/2025
An act relating to the disruption of proceedings governed by Vermont’s Open Meeting Law
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Vermont's Open Meeting Law and disorderly conduct statute to provide clearer guidelines for managing public meetings and addressing disruptive behavior. Specifically, the bill expressly authorizes chairs of public bodies to establish rules governing public comments and meeting conduct, and allows them to remove individuals who violate these rules. The legislation aims to balance citizens' speech rights and freedom of assembly with the need for efficient governmental proceedings. Under the new provisions, public bodies can adopt rules prohibiting meeting disruptions, and they may require a disruptive individual to leave a meeting, with the potential to bar in-person attendance for up to 60 days (while still allowing electronic participation). Additionally, the bill amends the disorderly conduct statute to include "substantially impairing the effective conduct of a meeting of a public body" as a potential offense. The legislative intent emphasizes that while public meetings should be open to diverse viewpoints and peaceful participation, obstructive conduct that prevents meaningful discussion should not be tolerated. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, providing public bodies time to prepare and implement the new guidelines.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to expressly authorize the chairs of public bodies to adopt rules governing public comment and the disruption of a meeting by a member of the public. This bill also proposes to allow public bodies to remove an individual from a meeting when the individual engages in conduct that violates the rules governing public comment and the disruption of meetings. This bill further proposes to amend the statute governing disorderly conduct to add substantial impairment of the effective conduct of a meeting as a basis for a disorderly conduct violation.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : James Harrison (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Judiciary Hearing (00:00:00 5/15/2025 )
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IL bill #HB1067 • Last Action 05/15/2025
VOID THE FOID
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Card Act and makes numerous corresponding technical amendments across multiple Illinois state laws. The bill systematically removes references to the FOID Card throughout various statutes, particularly in areas related to firearms, law enforcement, and criminal procedures. These changes effectively eliminate the requirement for a FOID Card while maintaining existing prohibitions on firearm possession for certain individuals. Key changes include updating definitions of "firearm" and "firearm ammunition" in multiple laws, removing FOID Card requirements from provisions related to firearm purchases, transfers, and possession, and modifying references to firearm-related restrictions. The bill ensures that existing prohibitions on firearm possession for individuals with certain criminal histories, mental health conditions, or other disqualifying factors remain in place, just without the specific FOID Card mechanism. The amendments touch on a wide range of areas, including: - Criminal procedures - Law enforcement operations - Domestic violence protections - Mental health reporting - Firearm sales and transfers - School safety regulations - Probation and conditional discharge conditions Throughout the bill, the term "Firearm Owner's Identification Card" is systematically replaced with more general language about firearm possession eligibility under state and federal law. The goal appears to be simplifying firearm regulations while maintaining existing safeguards against firearm possession by prohibited individuals.
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Bill Summary: Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Amends various Acts to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 11 : John Cabello (R)*, C.D. Davidsmeyer (R), Tony McCombie (R), Jeff Keicher (R), Mike Coffey (R), Charlie Meier (R), Jason Bunting (R), Travis Weaver (R), Brad Fritts (R), Dennis Tipsword (R), Regan Deering (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Regan Deering
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MI bill #HB4101 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Health occupations: physical therapists; physical therapy licensure compact; enact. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 16188. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4102'25
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate interstate practice for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. The compact aims to increase public access to physical therapy services by allowing licensed professionals to practice across participating states more easily through a "compact privilege" system. Key provisions include creating a national data system to track licensure and disciplinary information, establishing a Physical Therapy Compact Commission to oversee implementation, and setting uniform standards for licensure across member states. Physical therapists can obtain a compact privilege if they hold an unencumbered license in their home state, have no recent adverse actions, pay applicable fees, and meet jurisprudence requirements. The compact provides special accommodations for active duty military personnel and their spouses, allows states to investigate and take action against licensees practicing under the compact, and creates a framework for sharing investigative information between member states. The compact will become effective once ten states have enacted it, and member states can withdraw with a six-month notice period. The ultimate goals are to enhance public access to physical therapy services, support interstate mobility for healthcare professionals, and maintain strong regulatory oversight to protect public health and safety.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled"Public health code,"(MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16188.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 17 : Matthew Bierlein (R)*, Angela Rigas (R), Jerry Neyer (R), John Fitzgerald (D), Doug Wozniak (R), Greg Alexander (R), Phil Green (R), Samantha Steckloff (D), Jason Morgan (D), Julie Rogers (D), Carol Glanville (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Matt Longjohn (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Natalie Price (D), Jamie Thompson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: House Rules (10:30:00 5/15/2025 Room 519, House Office Building)
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IL bill #SB1697 • Last Action 05/15/2025
CARBON CAPTURE-COMPENSATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Carbon Dioxide Transportation and Sequestration Act and the Safety and Aid for the Environment in Carbon Capture and Sequestration Act to modify regulations surrounding carbon dioxide pipelines and carbon sequestration projects. The bill delays the Illinois Commerce Commission's ability to issue certificates of authority for carbon dioxide pipelines until July 1, 2026, and removes previous language about conditional approval after that date. It introduces comprehensive provisions for compensating landowners affected by pipeline construction, including detailed guidelines for calculating damages to crops, soil, drainage systems, and other property features. The bill requires pipeline applicants to provide reasonable compensation for surface damages, with specific methodologies for valuing crop losses, restoring land to its original condition, and addressing soil compaction and drainage issues. Landowners are entitled to compensation for various impacts, and the bill establishes a process for resolving disputes, including the potential for legal action and recovery of attorney's fees. Additionally, the bill modifies provisions for integrating and unitizing pore space for carbon sequestration, changing how compensation is calculated for nonconsenting pore space owners by considering the total payment package provided to similarly situated consenting owners and including operations and injection term payments in the compensation calculation.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Carbon Dioxide Transportation and Sequestration Act. Provides that the Illinois Commerce Commission shall not issue any certificate of authority under the Act before July 1, 2026. Removes language providing that if, after July 1, 2026, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration has not adopted final revisions to specified pipeline safety rules, the Commission may only approve a certificate of authority if it finds that the applicant has met all of the requirements of the Act, has already acquired all of its other necessary approvals, and is compliant with any requirements or conditions adopted by the Commission. Provides that a nonconsenting pore space owner's compensation shall include just compensation and any operations term or injection term payments made upon or after the initiation of injection provided to consenting pore space owners in consideration of allowing use of their pore space for sequestration of carbon dioxide. Provides that a nonconsenting pore space owner's compensation shall be no less than the average total payment package, considered as a whole with respect to an individual owner, provided in agreements to similarly situated consenting pore space owners for use of their pore space by the same sequestration operator for the same sequestration project (instead of provided in agreements during the previous 365 days to similarly situated consenting pore space owners). Amends the Safety and Aid for the Environment in Carbon Capture and Sequestration Act. Provides that an affected landowner is entitled to reasonable compensation from an applicant that has been granted a certificate of authority under this Act for damages resulting from access to the landowner's property for required activities taken to construct the pipeline, including, but not limited to, compensation for specified damages. Sets forth provisions concerning payment of the compensation; attorney's fees; and an applicant entering into an agreement with the Department of Agriculture that governs the mitigation of agricultural impacts associated with the construction of the proposed pipeline. Makes other changes.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Laura Fine (D)*, Graciela Guzmán (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Energy and Public Utilities Committee Hearing (10:30:00 5/15/2025 Room 212)
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ME bill #LD1772 • Last Action 05/15/2025
An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Blue Ribbon Commission to Design a Plan for Sustained Investment in Preventing Disease and Improving the Health of Maine Communities
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Trust for a Healthy Maine, a new public entity designed to receive and strategically distribute tobacco settlement funds and other revenue to improve public health in the state. The trust will be governed by a 15-member board of trustees, including the Director of the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention and 14 appointed members with diverse expertise in public health, health equity, community resilience, and related fields. The board will develop annual funding disbursement plans that prioritize tobacco prevention and control programs, allocate funds to support health equity and eliminate structural inequities, and create internal stabilization and flexible accounts to manage funding. Key provisions include requiring at least 70% of recommended tobacco prevention funding in the first year, scaling to 100% in subsequent years, establishing a health equity and health improvement account that will disburse at least 15-20% of funds to address systemic racism and health disparities, and creating mechanisms for public input and legislative oversight. The bill also transfers existing tobacco settlement funds to the new trust and ensures ongoing funding from cigarette and tobacco product taxes while maintaining transparency through annual reporting and independent audits.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes the Trust for a Healthy Maine to receive money paid to the State pursuant to the tobacco settlement and from other sources and to distribute that money to state agencies or designated agents of the State to fund tobacco use prevention and addiction disease control, ensure adequate resources for other disease prevention efforts, promote public health, plan and deliver public health and prevention programs and services, support accreditation of the Department of Health and Human Services, Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention and support public health workforce development. The trust is governed by a 15-member board of trustees composed of the Director of the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention and 14 members appointed by the Governor.
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• Introduced: 04/23/2025
• Added: 04/24/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 4 : Rick Bennett (R)*, Jack Ducharme (R), Annie Graham (D), Peggy Rotundo (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (12:55:00 5/15/2025 Cross Building, Room 209)
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TX bill #SB413 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Relating to the meetings of the boards of trustees of independent school districts.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the requirements for meetings of independent school district board of trustees by mandating more detailed and transparent documentation of board meetings. Specifically, the bill requires meeting minutes to explicitly record each board member's attendance and their individual vote on every item voted upon during the meeting. The bill also requires boards to post these minutes on the district's website within seven days of the meeting, along with any resolutions adopted. Additionally, the bill introduces a new requirement that boards must create a recording of each regular and special meeting, which must be made publicly accessible in accordance with existing government transparency laws. These changes aim to increase public accountability and transparency in how independent school district boards conduct their meetings, ensuring that community members can more easily track their local board's decision-making processes. The provisions of this bill will take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the meetings of the boards of trustees of independent school districts.
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• Introduced: 11/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mayes Middleton (R)*, Royce West (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Scheduled for public hearing on . . .
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OH bill #HB96 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Make state operating appropriations for FY 2026-27
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive state operating budget bill for fiscal years 2026-2027 that proposes to amend numerous sections of the Ohio Revised Code across multiple areas of state government. The bill includes amendments to statutes governing various state agencies, programs, and functions, covering areas such as administrative services, procurement, education, healthcare, taxation, local government funding, and more. Key provisions include changes to state financial management, government operations, public safety, education funding, healthcare services, and various administrative procedures. The bill makes technical adjustments to existing laws, updates funding mechanisms, modifies administrative processes, and provides for the operational expenses of state government for the upcoming two-year fiscal period. The amendments range from minor technical corrections to more substantive changes in how state agencies operate, receive funding, and provide services. The bill also creates several new sections of law and repeals some existing sections, reflecting ongoing efforts to streamline and improve state government operations.
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5727.08, 5727.25, 5727.26, 5727.38, 5727.42, 5727.47, 5727.48, 5727.60, 5727.82, 5727.83, 5727.89, 5728.09, 5728.10, 5729.10, 5733.022, 5735.062, 5735.12, 5735.121, 5736.05, 5736.09, 5739.027, 5739.032, 5739.07, 5739.102, 5739.12, 5739.122, 5739.124, 5739.13, 5739.133, 5739.31, 5739.99, 5741.121, 5741.122, 5743.01, 5743.02, 5743.025, 5743.05, 5743.051, 5743.081, 5743.082, 5743.32, 5743.51, 5743.52, 5743.56, 5743.62, 5743.63, 5743.99, 5745.03, 5745.04, 5745.041, 5745.08, 5745.09, 5745.12, 5747.01, 5747.021, 5747.05, 5747.062, 5747.063, 5747.064, 5747.07, 5747.071, 5747.072, 5747.08, 5747.082, 5747.09, 5747.10, 5747.13, 5747.15, 5747.40, 5747.42, 5747.43, 5747.44, 5747.98, 5748.01, 5748.02, 5748.021, 5748.03, 5748.04, 5748.08, 5748.081, 5748.09, 5749.02, 5749.06, 5749.07, 5749.15, 5751.02, 5751.06, 5751.07, 5751.09, 5751.53, 5751.98, 5753.021, 5753.031, 5753.05, 5753.07, 5907.11, 5907.17, 6111.01, 6111.02, 6111.022, 6111.023, 6111.024, 6111.025, 6111.027, and 6111.04; to amend, for the purpose of adopting new section numbers as indicated in parentheses, sections 122.66 (5101.311), 122.67 (5101.312), 122.68 (5101.313), 122.681 (5101.314), 122.69 (5101.315), 122.70 (5101.316), 122.701 (5101.317), 122.702 (5101.318), 943.20 (944.03), 943.21 (944.04), 943.22 (944.05), 943.23 (944.06), 943.24 (944.07), 943.25 (944.08), 3701.65 (5180.72), 3738.01 (5180.27), 3738.02 (5180.271), 3738.03 (5180.272), 3738.04 (5180.273), 3738.05 (5180.274), 3738.06 (5180.275), 3738.07 (5180.276), 3738.08 (5180.277), 3738.09 (5180.278), 5101.13 (5180.40), 5101.131 (5180.401), 5101.132 (5180.402), 5101.133 (5180.403), 5101.134 (5180.404), 5101.135 (5180.405), 5101.136 (5180.406), 5101.137 (5180.407), 5101.14 (5180.41), 5101.141 (5180.42), 5101.142 (5180.421), 5101.144 (5180.411), 5101.145 (5180.422), 5101.146 (5180.423), 5101.147 (5180.424), 5101.148 (5180.425), 5101.149 (5180.426), 5101.1410 (5180.427), 5101.1411 (5180.428), 5101.1412 (5180.429), 5101.1413 (5180.4210), 5101.1414 (5180.4211), 5101.1415 (5180.4212), 5101.1416 (5180.4213), 5101.1417 (5180.4214), 5101.1418 (5180.43), 5101.15 (5180.44), 5101.19 (5180.45), 5101.191 (5180.451), 5101.192 (5180.452), 5101.193 (5180.453), 5101.194 (5180.454), 5101.34 (5180.70), 5101.341 (5180.701), 5101.342 (5180.702), 5101.343 (5180.703), 5101.76 (5180.26), 5101.77 (5180.261), 5101.78 (5180.262), 5101.802 (5180.52), 5101.804 (5180.71), 5101.805 (5180.704), 5101.85 (5180.50), 5101.851 (5180.51), 5101.853 (5180.511), 5101.854 (5180.512), 5101.855 (5180.513), 5101.856 (5180.514), 5101.88 (5180.53), 5101.881 (5180.531), 5101.884 (5180.532), 5101.885 (5180.533), 5101.886 (5180.534), 5101.887 (5180.535), 5101.889 (5180.57), 5101.8811 (5180.536), 5101.8812 (5180.56), 5104.50 (5180.04), and 5180.40 (5180.73); to enact new sections 3312.02, 3313.902, 3314.38, 3321.191, 3333.0415, 3345.86, and 3780.22 and sections 109.872, 122.97, 123.282, 126.10, 126.67, 126.70, 149.312, 153.695, 166.36, 166.37, 166.38, 169.061, 169.081, 943.27, 944.01, 944.02, 1501.47, 1513.371, 1546.25, 1546.26, 1713.032, 1713.033, 1713.041, 3301.24, 3301.82, 3313.6031, 3313.6032, 3313.8110, 3314.0311, 3314.0312, 3314.362, 3317.165, 3317.27, 3317.28, 3317.29, 3317.31, 3319.173, 3319.2310, 3319.271, 3326.092, 3326.093, 3333.0420, 3333.074, 3333.96, 3345.601, 3345.721, 3345.79, 3345.83, 3701.842, 3701.843, 3701.844, 3706.042, 3721.073, 3721.074, 3722.031, 3734.283, 3770.074, 3770.075, 3793.01, 3793.02, 3793.03, 3793.04, 3793.05, 3793.06, 3793.20, 3793.21, 3793.22, 3793.23, 3793.24, 3793.25, 3793.30, 3793.40, 3793.41, 3793.42, 3793.43, 3793.44, 3793.45, 3793.46, 3793.47, 3793.90, 3901.3815, 4113.31, 4141.011, 4141.44, 4503.511, 4507.41, 4508.023, 4729.261, 4758.49, 4758.491, 4758.65, 4758.651, 4798.08, 4798.10, 4928.545, 5101.612, 5103.039, 5103.09, 5104.302, 5104.53, 5104.60, 5119.211, 5119.344, 5123.1613, 5123.423, 5123.68, 5123.681, 5123.682, 5123.683, 5123.684, 5123.685, 5123.686, 5162.25, 5180.99, 5703.901, 5747.051, 5747.073, and 5747.761; and to repeal sections 113.06, 122.451, 122.55, 122.56, 122.561, 122.57, 124.183, 125.092, 125.093, 125.10, 125.112, 125.181, 125.36, 125.38, 125.43, 125.49, 125.51, 125.56, 125.60, 125.602, 125.603, 125.604, 125.605, 125.606, 125.607, 125.608, 125.609, 125.6010, 125.6011, 125.6012, 125.65, 125.76, 125.95, 128.412, 135.144, 904.06, 905.56, 935.25, 956.181, 1561.18, 1561.21, 1561.22, 3312.02, 3312.03, 3312.04, 3312.05, 3312.06, 3313.902, 3314.38, 3317.036, 3317.23, 3317.231, 3317.24, 3321.191, 3333.0415, 3345.86, 3354.24, 3780.18, 3780.19, 3780.22, 4729.551, 4758.18, 4758.241, 4758.50, 4758.52, 4928.57, 4928.581, 4928.582, 4928.583, 5104.08, 5123.352, 5163.05, 5180.23, 5180.24, 5180.34, 5503.031, 5745.13, 5902.06, and 5902.20 of the Revised Code and to repeal Sections 125.10 as subsequently amended and 125.11 as subsequently amended of H.B. 59 of the 130th General Assembly to make operating appropriations for the biennium beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027, to levy taxes, and to provide authorization and conditions for the operation of state programs.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 19 : Brian Stewart (R)*, Adam Bird (R), Gary Click (R), Rodney Creech (R), Jack Daniels (R), Steve Demetriou (R), Michael Dovilla (R), Haraz Ghanbari (R), Thomas Hall (R), Marilyn John (R), Riordan McClain (R), Kevin Miller (R), Melanie Miller (R), Phil Plummer (R), Nick Santucci (R), David Thomas (R), Josh Williams (R), Bernie Willis (R), Tom Young (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 88
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Senate Higher Education 4th Hearing, Informal Hearing, Proponent/Opponent/Interested Party (10:00:00 5/15/2025 North Hearing Room)
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MN bill #SF3045 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Omnibus State and Local Government and Elections policy and appropriations
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive omnibus legislation covering state government operations, appropriations, personnel management, elections, campaign finance, and various other policy areas. Here's a summary: This bill provides state government appropriations and policy changes for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, allocating approximately $107.3 million for the Legislature in the first year and $113.1 million in the second year. It covers funding for various state agencies, including the Governor's office, State Auditor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, and others. The bill makes numerous policy modifications across multiple areas, including election administration, voter registration processes, campaign finance regulations, state personnel management, and business filing procedures. Key provisions include changes to election day registration, absentee voting procedures, campaign finance disclosure requirements, and state employee management practices. The legislation also establishes new reporting requirements, creates task forces to study specific issues like campaign spending limits and grant-making practices, and repeals several existing statutes. Notable changes include expanded voter registration options, more stringent campaign finance reporting, modifications to election judge selection processes, and new protections against campaign-related fraud and misrepresentation. The bill aims to modernize and improve various aspects of state government operations, election processes, and administrative procedures.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government operations; establishing a biennial budget; appropriating money for the legislature, certain constitutional offices and state agencies, the Minnesota Historical Society, the Minnesota Humanities Center, certain retirement accounts, certain offices, departments, boards, commissions, councils, general contingent account, and tort claims; transferring money; raising fees; making changes to policy provisions for state government operations and local government policy; modifying state personnel management policies; modifying business filing and fraud policies; creating a task force; repealing provisions; modifying various laws related to election administration; modifying voting and absentee voting requirements and procedures; formalizing the election reporting system; clarifying terminology; expanding laws relating to reprisals for political activity; expanding election-related bribery and solicitation prohibitions; amending fair campaign practices laws; requiring the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board to study campaign spending limits; modifying campaign finance definitions; establishing and modifying disclaimer requirements; amending standards for coordinated and noncoordinated expenditures and disbursements; modifying laws on transition expenses; modifying campaign finance definitions; modifying statement of economic interest requirements; modifying payment for the presidential nomination primary; providing for civil causes of action and civil enforcement; providing criminal and civil penalties; authorizing rulemaking; repealing the voting equipment grant account; requiring reports and publications; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 3.06; 3.084, subdivision 2; 3.971, subdivisions 2, 8a, 9; 10A.01, subdivisions 16a, 18, 21, 22, 24, 26, 26b, 35, by adding a subdivision; 10A.04, subdivisions 4, 6; 10A.06; 10A.07, subdivisions 1, 2; 10A.08, subdivision 1; 10A.09, subdivisions 1, 5, 5a, 6a; 10A.175, by adding a subdivision; 10A.176; 10A.177; 10A.20, by adding a subdivision; 10A.201, subdivision 6; 10A.202, subdivision 4; 10A.36; 11A.24, by adding a subdivision; 13.485, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 13D.02, subdivisions 1, 4; 14.48, subdivisions 1, 2; 14.62, subdivisions 1, 2a, by adding a subdivision; 15B.06, subdivision 1; 16A.152, subdivision 8; 16B.055, subdivision 1; 16B.335, subdivision 2; 16B.48, subdivision 4; 16B.54, subdivision 2; 16B.97, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 16B.98, subdivisions 1, 4; 16B.981, subdivision 4; 16B.991, subdivision 2; 16C.05, by adding a subdivision; 16C.137, subdivision 2; 16C.16, subdivisions 2, 6, 6a, 7; 16D.09, subdivision 1; 43A.01, subdivision 3; 43A.02, subdivision 14; 43A.04, subdivisions 1, 4, 8; 43A.05, subdivision 3; 43A.08, subdivisions 1a, 4; 43A.11, subdivision 9; 43A.121; 43A.15, subdivisions 4, 7, 12, 14; 43A.17, subdivision 5; 43A.181, subdivision 1; 43A.1815; 43A.19, 1 SF3045 REVISOR SGS S3045-3 3rd Engrossment subdivision 1; 43A.23, subdivisions 1, 2; 43A.231, subdivisions 3, 4, 6; 43A.24, subdivisions 1a, 2; 43A.27, subdivisions 2, 3; 43A.33, subdivision 3; 43A.346, subdivisions 2, 6; 43A.36, subdivision 1; 43A.421; 124E.03, by adding a subdivision; 155A.23, by adding a subdivision; 155A.27, subdivision 2; 155A.2705, subdivision 3; 155A.30, subdivision 2; 201.054, subdivisions 1, 2; 201.056; 201.061, subdivisions 1, 3, 3a, 4, 5, 7; 201.071, subdivisions 1, 4; 201.091, subdivisions 5, 8; 201.121, subdivisions 1, 3; 201.13, subdivision 3; 201.14; 201.161, subdivisions 4, 5, 8; 201.162; 201.225, subdivisions 2, 5; 201.275; 202A.20, subdivision 2; 203B.04, subdivisions 1, 4; 203B.05, subdivision 1; 203B.06, subdivision 4; 203B.07, subdivisions 1, 3; 203B.08, subdivisions 1, 3; 203B.081, subdivision 4; 203B.11, subdivision 1; 203B.121, subdivisions 2, 4, 5; 203B.17, subdivision 3; 203B.23, subdivision 2; 203B.29, subdivisions 1, 2; 203B.30, subdivisions 2, 3; 204B.06, subdivisions 1, 1b; 204B.07, subdivision 2; 204B.09, subdivisions 1a, 2, 3; 204B.14, subdivisions 2, 4a; 204B.16, subdivision 1a; 204B.175, subdivision 3; 204B.21, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 204B.24; 204B.25, subdivision 3; 204B.28, subdivision 2; 204B.44; 204B.45, subdivision 2; 204C.05, subdivision 2; 204C.06, subdivisions 1, 2, 6; 204C.08, subdivision 1d; 204C.09, subdivision 1; 204C.10; 204C.15, subdivisions 2, 3; 204C.24, subdivision 1; 204C.32, subdivision 1; 204C.33, subdivision 1; 205.07, by adding a subdivision; 205.075, subdivision 4; 205.13, subdivisions 1, 1a; 205.185, subdivision 3; 205A.06, subdivisions 1, 1a; 205A.10, subdivisions 2, 3; 205A.11, subdivision 2; 206.83; 207A.11; 211A.02, subdivisions 1, 2; 211B.04, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 5, by adding a subdivision; 211B.13; 211B.32, subdivisions 1, 4; 211B.35, subdivision 2; 222.37, subdivision 1; 240.131, subdivision 7; 302A.153; 303.06, by adding a subdivision; 303.21; 308A.131, subdivision 2; 308B.215, subdivision 2; 317A.151, subdivision 2; 321.0206; 322C.0201, subdivision 4; 322C.0802; 323A.0101; 326.05; 326.10, subdivisions 1, 2, 10; 326.111, subdivisions 3, 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 326A.03, subdivision 6, by adding subdivisions; 326A.14; 331A.10, subdivision 2; 349A.01, by adding a subdivision; 349A.06, subdivisions 2, 4, 11; 367.36, subdivision 1; 368.47; 375.20; 383B.041, subdivision 5; 383C.035; 412.02, subdivision 3; 412.591, subdivision 3; 414.09, subdivision 3; 447.32, subdivision 4; 466.01, subdivision 1; 477A.017, subdivision 3; 609.48, subdivision 1; Laws 2023, chapter 62, article 1, sections 11, subdivision 2; 13; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 1; 5; 6; 8; 10A; 15; 16B; 16C; 204B; 207A; 211B; 300; 383A; 471; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 16B.328, subdivision 2; 16B.45; 16B.98, subdivision 14; 16C.36; 43A.315; 43A.317, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12; 43A.318, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 5; 206.57, subdivision 5b; 206.95; 209.06; 211B.04, subdivision 4; 211B.06; 211B.08; 383C.07; 383C.74, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 471.9998; Laws 2023, chapter 53, article 17, section 2; Laws 2024, chapter 120, article 3, section 2; Minnesota Rules, parts 1105.7900, item D; 4503.2000, subpart 2; 4511.1100.
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• Introduced: 03/26/2025
• Added: 04/24/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Tou Xiong (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (09:00:00 5/15/2025 )
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VT bill #H0105 • Last Action 05/15/2025
An act relating to expanding the Youth Substance Awareness Safety Program
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to expand the Youth Substance Awareness Safety Program (YSASP) by lowering the eligible age from 16 to 12 years old and introducing new provisions for impaired driving by youth. The bill establishes a civil violation system for young people operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.02 or more, creating a structured approach to addressing underage drinking and driving. For a first offense, the youth would face a 180-day license suspension and be required to complete the YSASP, with potential for an ignition interlock restricted driver's license. A second or subsequent offense would result in a longer license suspension, potentially until the person turns 21. The program emphasizes rehabilitation over punishment, requiring substance abuse screening and potential counseling, with the option to void the summons if the youth successfully completes the program. The bill also mandates annual reporting on program referrals, completions, and outcomes, and includes a provision for developing effectiveness measures. Additionally, the legislation repeals previous statutes related to underage alcohol violations and sets an implementation date of July 1, 2025, signaling a comprehensive approach to youth substance use and driving safety.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to expand the Youth Substance Awareness Safety Program (YSASP) by lowering the minimum age of eligible individuals to 10 years of age and to include violations for youth who engage in impaired driving with a minimum 0.02 blood alcohol concentration. By expanding YSASP to include impaired driving, the bill proposes to incentivize accountability and treatment and clarify that the person is subject to a delinquency petition if the person is unsuccessful in YSASP. This bill further proposes such an incentive by rolling in the relevant provisions of 23 V.S.A. § 1216 into 7 V.S.A. § 656.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Karen Dolan (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Judiciary Hearing (00:00:00 5/15/2025 )
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OK bill #HB2104 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Classification of felony offenses; designating classification for certain offenses; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to felony classifications across multiple sections of Oklahoma law. The bill comprehensively updates criminal statutes to standardize felony offense classifications, which will impact how various crimes are categorized and punished. Specifically, the bill modifies existing laws related to a wide range of offenses including domestic abuse, child abuse, sexual offenses, assault, battery, drug-related crimes, and many other criminal activities. The changes introduce or modify specific felony classifications (such as Class A1, Class B3, Class C2, etc.) for different types of criminal offenses, potentially altering the potential sentences and legal consequences for these crimes. The bill appears to be part of a broader effort to systematize and potentially adjust the state's criminal sentencing framework, with changes that could affect how courts handle various criminal charges across multiple areas of criminal law.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the classification of felony offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 701.7, which relates to murder in the first degree; providing felony classification for certain offenses; *** amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1639, which relates to fraudulent insolvency of unlicensed insurance business; providing felony classification for certain offense; *** amending 72 O.S. 2021, Section 6-1, which relates to impersonating members or veterans of the United States Armed Forces; providing felony classification for certain offenses; *** and providing an effective date. AMENDMENT NO. 1. , line 6, through page 48, line 16, delete Section 3 in its entirety and insert a new Section 3 to read “SECTION 3. AMENDATORY 21 O.S. 2021, Section 644, as last amended by Section 6, Chapter 452, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 644), is amended to read as follows: Section 644. A. Assault shall be punishable by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding thirty (30) days, or by a fine of not more than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), or by both such fine and imprisonment. B. Assault and battery shall be punishable by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding ninety (90) days, or by a fine of not more than One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00), or by both such fine and imprisonment. C. Any person who commits any assault and battery against a current or former intimate partner or a family or household member as defined by Section 60.1 of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes shall be guilty of domestic abuse. Upon conviction, the defendant shall be punished by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one (1) year, or by a fine not exceeding Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or by both such fine and imprisonment. Upon conviction for a second or subsequent offense, the person shall be guilty of a Class B5 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for not more than four (4) years, or by a fine not exceeding Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or by both such fine and imprisonment. The provisions of Section 51.1 of this title shall apply to any second or subsequent offense. D. 1. Any person who, with intent to do bodily harm and without justifiable or excusable cause, commits any assault, battery, or assault and battery upon an intimate partner or a family or household member as defined by Section 60.1 of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes with any sharp or dangerous weapon, upon conviction, is guilty of domestic assault or domestic assault and battery with a dangerous weapon which shall be a Class B3 felony and offense punishable by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections not exceeding ten (10) years, or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one (1) year. The provisions of Section 51.1 of this title shall apply to any second or subsequent conviction for a violation of this paragraph. 2. Any person who, without such cause, shoots an intimate partner or a family or household member as defined by Section 60.1 of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes by means of any deadly weapon that is likely to produce death shall, upon conviction, be guilty of domestic assault and battery with a deadly weapon which shall be a Class A3 felony offense punishable by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections not exceeding life. The provisions of Section 51.1 of this title shall apply to any second or subsequent conviction for a violation of this paragraph. E. 1. Any person convicted of domestic abuse committed against a pregnant woman with knowledge of the pregnancy shall be guilty of a felony, punishable by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for not more than five (5) years. 2. Any person convicted of a second or subsequent offense of domestic abuse against a pregnant woman with knowledge of the pregnancy shall be guilty of a Class A3 felony,offense punishable by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for not less than ten (10) years. 3. Any person convicted of domestic abuse committed against a pregnant woman with knowledge of the pregnancy and a miscarriage occurs or injury to the unborn child occurs shall be guilty of a Class A1 felony,offense punishable by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for not less than twenty (20) years. F. Any person convicted of domestic abuse as defined in subsection C of this section that results in great bodily injury to the victim shall be guilty of a Class B3 felony offense and punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for not more than ten (10) years, or by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one (1) year. The provisions of Section 51.1 of this title shall apply to any second or subsequent conviction of a violation of this subsection. G. Any person convicted of domestic abuse as defined in subsection C of this section that was committed in the presence of a child shall be punished by imprisonment in the county jail for not less than six (6) months nor more than one (1) year, or by a fine not exceeding Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or by both such fine and imprisonment. Any person convicted of a second or subsequent domestic abuse as defined in subsection C of this section that was committed in the presence of a child shall be guilty of a Class B5 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for not less than one (1) year nor more than five (5) years, or by a fine not exceeding Seven Thousand Dollars ($7,000.00), or by both such fine and imprisonment. The provisions of Section 51.1 of this title shall apply to any second or subsequent offense. For every conviction of a domestic abuse crime in violation of any provision of this section committed against an intimate partner or a family or household member as defined by Section 60.1 of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes, the court shall: 1. Specifically order as a condition of a suspended or deferred sentence that a defendant participate in counseling or undergo treatment to bring about the cessation of domestic abuse as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection; 2. a. The court shall require the defendant to complete an assessment and follow the recommendations of a batterers’ intervention program certified by the Attorney General. If the defendant is ordered to participate in a batterers’ intervention program, the order shall require the defendant to attend the program for a minimum of fifty-two (52) weeks, complete the program, and be evaluated before and after attendance of the program by program staff. Three unexcused absences in succession or seven unexcused absences in a period of fifty-two (52) weeks from any court-ordered batterers’ intervention program shall be prima facie evidence of the violation of the conditions of probation for the district attorney to seek acceleration or revocation of any probation entered by the court. b. A program for anger management, couples counseling, or family and marital counseling shall not solely qualify for the counseling or treatment requirement for domestic abuse pursuant to this subsection. The counseling may be ordered in addition to counseling specifically for the treatment of domestic abuse or per evaluation as set forth below. If, after sufficient evaluation and attendance at required counseling sessions, the domestic violence treatment program or licensed professional determines that the defendant does not evaluate as a perpetrator of domestic violence or does evaluate as a perpetrator of domestic violence and should complete other programs of treatment simultaneously or prior to domestic violence treatment, including but not limited to programs related to the mental health, apparent substance or alcohol abuse or inability or refusal to manage anger, the defendant shall be ordered to complete the counseling as per the recommendations of the domestic violence treatment program or licensed professional; 3. a. The court shall set a review hearing no more than one hundred twenty (120) days after the defendant is ordered to participate in a domestic abuse counseling program or undergo treatment for domestic abuse to assure the attendance and compliance of the defendant with the provisions of this subsection and the domestic abuse counseling or treatment requirements. The court may suspend sentencing of the defendant until the defendant has presented proof to the court of enrollment in a program of treatment for domestic abuse by an individual licensed practitioner or a domestic abuse treatment program certified by the Attorney General and attendance at weekly sessions of such program. Such proof shall be presented to the court by the defendant no later than one hundred twenty (120) days after the defendant is ordered to such counseling or treatment. At such time, the court may complete sentencing, beginning the period of the sentence from the date that proof of enrollment is presented to the court, and schedule reviews as required by subparagraphs a and b of this paragraph and paragraphs 4 and 5 of this subsection. Three unexcused absences in succession or seven unexcused absences in a period of fifty-two (52) weeks from any court-ordered domestic abuse counseling or treatment program shall be prima facie evidence of the violation of the conditions of probation for the district attorney to seek acceleration or revocation of any probation entered by the court. b. The court shall set a second review hearing after the completion of the counseling or treatment to assure the attendance and compliance of the defendant with the provisions of this subsection and the domestic abuse counseling or treatment requirements. The court shall retain continuing jurisdiction over the defendant during the course of ordered counseling through the final review hearing; 4. The court may set subsequent or other review hearings as the court determines necessary to assure the defendant attends and fully complies with the provisions of this subsection and the domestic abuse counseling or treatment requirements; 5. At any review hearing, if the defendant is not satisfactorily attending individual counseling or a domestic abuse counseling or treatment program or is not in compliance with any domestic abuse counseling or treatment requirements, the court may order the defendant to further or continue counseling, treatment, or other necessary services. The court may revoke all or any part of a suspended sentence, deferred sentence, or probation pursuant to Section 991b of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes and subject the defendant to any or all remaining portions of the original sentence; 6. At the first review hearing, the court shall require the defendant to appear in court. Thereafter, for any subsequent review hearings, the court may accept a report on the progress of the defendant from individual counseling, domestic abuse counseling, or the treatment program. There shall be no requirement for the victim to attend review hearings; and 7. If funding is available, a referee may be appointed and assigned by the presiding judge of the district court to hear designated cases set for review under this subsection. Reasonable compensation for the referees shall be fixed by the presiding judge. The referee shall meet the requirements and perform all duties in the same manner and procedure as set forth in Sections 1-8-103 and 2-2-702 of Title 10A of the Oklahoma Statutes pertaining to referees appointed in juvenile proceedings. The defendant may be required to pay all or part of the cost of the counseling or treatment, in the discretion of the court. H. As used in subsection G of this section, “in the presence of a child” means in the physical presence of a child; or having knowledge that a child is present and may see or hear an act of domestic violence. For the purposes of subsections C and G of this section, “child” may be any child whether or not related to the victim or the defendant. I. For the purposes of subsections C and G of this section, any conviction for assault and battery against an intimate partner or a family or household member as defined by Section 60.1 of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes shall constitute a sufficient basis for a felony charge: 1. If that conviction is rendered in any state, county or parish court of record of this or any other state; or 2. If that conviction is rendered in any municipal court of record of this or any other state for which any jail time was served; provided, no conviction in a municipal court of record entered prior to November 1, 1997, shall constitute a prior conviction for purposes of a felony charge. J. Any person who commits any assault and battery by strangulation or attempted strangulation against an intimate partner or a family or household member as defined by Section 60.1 of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a Class B5 felony offense of domestic abuse by strangulation and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for a period of not less than one (1) year nor more than three (3) years, or by a fine of not more than Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000.00), or by both such fine and imprisonment. Upon a second or subsequent conviction for a violation of this section, the defendant shall be guilty of a Class B3 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for a period of not less than three (3) years nor more than ten (10) years, or by a fine of not more than Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000.00), or by both such fine and imprisonment. The provisions of Section 51.1 of this title shall apply to any second or subsequent conviction of a violation of this subsection. As used in this subsection, “strangulation” means any form of asphyxia; including, but not limited to, asphyxia characterized by closure of the blood vessels or air passages of the neck as a result of external pressure on the neck or the closure of the nostrils or mouth as a result of external pressure on the head. K. Any district court of this state and any judge thereof shall be immune from any liability or prosecution for issuing an order that requires a defendant to: 1. Attend a treatment program for domestic abusers certified by the Attorney General; 2. Attend counseling or treatment services ordered as part of any suspended or deferred sentence or probation; and 3. Attend, complete, and be evaluated before and after attendance by a treatment program for domestic abusers, certified by the Attorney General. L. There shall be no charge of fees or costs to any victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault in connection with the prosecution of a domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault offense in this state. M. In the course of prosecuting any charge of domestic abuse, stalking, harassment, rape, or violation of a protective order, the prosecutor shall provide the court, prior to sentencing or any plea agreement, a local history and any other available history of past convictions of the defendant within the last ten (10) years relating to domestic abuse, stalking, harassment, rape, violation of a protective order, or any other violent misdemeanor or felony convictions. N. Any plea of guilty or finding of guilt for a violation of subsection C, F, G, I or J of this section shall constitute a conviction of the offense for the purpose of this act or any other criminal statute under which the existence of a prior conviction is relevant for a period of ten (10) years following the completion of any court imposed probationary term; provided, the person has not, in the meantime, been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or a felony. O. For purposes of subsection F of this section, “great bodily injury” means bone fracture, protracted and obvious disfigurement, protracted loss or impairment of the function of a body part, organ or mental faculty, or substantial risk of death. P. Any pleas of guilty or nolo contendere or finding of guilt to a violation of any provision of this section shall constitute a conviction of the offense for the purpose of any subsection of this section under which the existence of a prior conviction is relevant for a period of ten (10) years following the completion of any sentence or court imposed probationary term.” AMENDMENT NO. 2. , line 3, through page 62, line 11, delete Section 8 in its entirety and insert a new Section 8 to read “SECTION 8. AMENDATORY 21 O.S. 2021, Section 843.5, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 151, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 843.5), is amended to read as follows: Section 843.5. A. Any person who shall willfully or maliciously engage in child abuse, as defined in this section, shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a Class A3 felony offense punishable by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections not exceeding life imprisonment, or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one (1) year, or by a fine of not less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) nor more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or both such fine and imprisonment. B. Any person responsible for the health, safety or welfare of a child who shall willfully or maliciously engage in enabling child abuse, as defined in this section, shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a Class A3 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections not exceeding life imprisonment, or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one (1) year, or by a fine of not less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) nor more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or both such fine and imprisonment. C. Any person responsible for the health, safety or welfare of a child who shall willfully or maliciously engage in child neglect, as defined in this section, shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a Class B1 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections not exceeding life imprisonment, or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one (1) year, or by a fine of not less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) nor more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or both such fine and imprisonment. D. Any parent or other person who shall willfully or maliciously engage in enabling child neglect shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a Class B1 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections not exceeding life imprisonment, or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one (1) year, or by a fine of not less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) nor more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or both such fine and imprisonment. E. Any person responsible for the health, safety or welfare of a child who shall willfully or maliciously engage in child sexual abuse, as defined in this section, shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a Class A3 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections not exceeding life imprisonment, or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one (1) year, or by a fine of not less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) nor more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or both such fine and imprisonment, except as provided in Section 51.1a of this title or as otherwise provided in subsection F of this section for a child victim under twelve (12) years of age. Except for persons sentenced to life or life without parole, any person sentenced to imprisonment for two (2) years or more for a violation of this subsection shall be required to serve a term of post- imprisonment supervision pursuant to subparagraph f of paragraph 1 of subsection A of Section 991a of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes under conditions determined by the Department of Corrections. The jury shall be advised that the mandatory post-imprisonment supervision shall be in addition to the actual imprisonment. F. Any person responsible for the health, safety or welfare of a child who shall willfully or maliciously engage in child sexual abuse, as defined in this section, to a child under twelve (12) years of age shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a Class A1 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for not less than twenty-five (25) years nor more than life imprisonment, and by a fine of not less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) nor more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00). G. Any parent or other person who shall willfully or maliciously engage in enabling child sexual abuse shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a Class A3 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections not exceeding life imprisonment, or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one (1) year, or by a fine of not less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) nor more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or both such fine and imprisonment. H. Any person who shall willfully or maliciously engage in child sexual exploitation, as defined in this section, shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a Class A3 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections not exceeding life imprisonment, or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one (1) year, or by a fine of not less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) nor more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or both such fine and imprisonment, except as provided in subsection I of this section for a child victim under twelve (12) years of age. Except for persons sentenced to life or life without parole, any person sentenced to imprisonment for two (2) years or more for a violation of this subsection shall be required to serve a term of post-imprisonment supervision pursuant to subparagraph f of paragraph 1 of subsection A of Section 991a of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes under conditions determined by the Department of Corrections. The jury shall be advised that the mandatory post-imprisonment supervision shall be in addition to the actual imprisonment. I. Any person who shall willfully or maliciously engage in child sexual exploitation, as defined in this section, of a child under twelve (12) years of age shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a Class A1 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections for not less than twenty-five (25) years nor more than life imprisonment, and by a fine of not less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) nor more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00). J. Any person responsible for the health, safety or welfare of a child who shall willfully or maliciously engage in enabling child sexual exploitation, as defined in this section, shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a Class A3 felony offense and shall be punished by imprisonment in the custody of the Department of Corrections not exceeding life imprisonment, or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one (1) year, or by a fine of not less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) nor more than Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or both such fine and imprisonment. K. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any person convicted of forcible anal or oral sodomy, rape, rape by instrumentation, or lewd molestation of a child under fourteen (14) years of age subsequent to a previous conviction for any offense of forcible anal or oral sodomy, rape, rape by instrumentation, or lewd molestation of a child under fourteen (14) years of age shall be guilty of a Class A1 felony offense and shall be punished by death or by imprisonment for life without parole. L. Provided, however, that nothing contained in this section shall prohibit any parent or guardian from using reasonable and ordinary force pursuant to Section 844 of this title. M. Consent shall not be a defense for any violation provided for in this section. N. Notwithstanding the age requirements of other statutes referenced within this section, this section shall apply to any child under eighteen (18) years of age. O. As used in this section: 1. "Child abuse" means: a. the willful or malicious harm or threatened harm or failure to protect from harm or threatened harm to the health, safety or welfare of a child under eighteen (18) years of age by a person responsible for a child's health, safety or welfare, or b. the act of willfully or maliciously injuring, torturing or maiming a child under eighteen (18) years of age by any person; 2. "Child neglect" means the willful or malicious neglect, as defined by Section 1-1-105 of Title 10A of the Oklahoma Statutes, of a child under eighteen (18) years of age by a person responsible for a child's health, safety or welfare; 3. "Child sexual abuse" means the willful or malicious sexual abuse of a child under eighteen (18) years of age by a person responsible for a child's health, safety or welfare and includes, but is not limited to: a. sexual intercourse, b. penetration of the vagina or anus, however slight, by an inanimate object or any part of the human body not amounting to sexual intercourse, c. sodomy, d. incest, or e. a lewd act or proposal, as defined in this section; 4. "Child sexual exploitation" means the willful or malicious sexual exploitation of a child under eighteen (18) years of age by another and includes, but is not limited to: a. human trafficking, as provided for in Section 748 of this title, if the offense involved child trafficking for commercial sex, b. trafficking in children, as provided for in Section 866 of this title, if the offense was committed for the sexual gratification of any person, c. procuring or causing the participation of a minor in child pornography, as provided for in Section 1021.2 of this title, d. purchase, procurement or possession of child pornography, as provided for in Section 1024.2 of this title, e. engaging in or soliciting prostitution, as provided for in Section 1029 of this title, if the offense involved child sex trafficking, f. publication, distribution or participation in the preparation of obscene material, as provided for in Section 1040.8 of this title, if the offense involved child pornography, g. aggravated possession of child pornography, as provided for in Section 1040.12a of this title, h. sale or distribution of obscene material, as provided for in Section 1040.13 of this title, i. soliciting sexual conduct or communication with a minor by use of technology, as provided for in Section 1040.13a of this title, j. offering or transporting a child for purposes of child sex trafficking, as provided for in Section 1087 of this title, and k. child sex trafficking, as provided for in Section 1088 of this title; 5. "Enabling child abuse" means the causing, procuring or permitting of child abuse by a person responsible for a child's health, safety or welfare; 6. "Enabling child neglect" means the causing, procuring or permitting of child neglect by a person responsible for a child's health, safety or welfare; 7. "Enabling child sexual abuse" means the causing, procuring or permitting of child sexual abuse by a person responsible for a child's health, safety or welfare; 8. "Enabling child sexual exploitation" means the causing, procuring or permitting of child sexual exploitation by a person responsible for a child's health, safety or welfare; 9. "Incest" means marrying, committing adultery or fornicating with a child by a person responsible for the health, safety or welfare of a child; 10. "Lewd act or proposal" means: a. making any oral, written or electronic or computer- generated lewd or indecent proposal to a child for the child to have unlawful sexual relations or sexual intercourse with any person, b. looking upon, touching, mauling or feeling the body or private parts of a child in a lewd or lascivious manner or for the purpose of sexual gratification, c. asking, inviting, enticing or persuading any child to go alone with any person to a secluded, remote or secret place for a lewd or lascivious purpose, d. urinating or defecating upon a child or causing, forcing or requiring a child to defecate or urinate upon the body or private parts of another person for the purpose of sexual gratification, e. ejaculating upon or in the presence of a child, f. causing, exposing, forcing or requiring a child to look upon the body or private parts of another person for the purpose of sexual gratification, g. causing, forcing or requiring any child to view any obscene materials, child pornography or materials deemed harmful to minors as such terms are defined in Sections 1024.1 and 1040.75 of this title, h. causing, exposing, forcing or requiring a child to look upon sexual acts performed in the presence of the child for the purpose of sexual gratification, or i. causing, forcing or requiring a child to touch or feel the body or private parts of the child or another person for the purpose of sexual gratification; 11. "Permit" means to authorize or allow for the care of a child by an individual when the person authorizing or allowing such care knows or reasonably should know that the child will be placed at risk of the conduct or harm proscribed by this section; 12. "Person responsible for a child's health, safety or welfare" for purposes of this section shall include, but not be limited to: a. the parent of the child, b. the legal guardian of the child, c. the custodian of the child, d. the foster parent of the child, e. a person eighteen (18) years of age or older with whom the parent of the child cohabitates, who is at least three (3) years older than the child, f. any other person eighteen (18) years of age or older residing in the home of the child, who is at least three (3) years older than the child, g. an owner, operator, agent, employee or volunteer of a public or private residential home, institution, facility or day treatment program, as defined in Section 175.20 of Title 10 of the Oklahoma Statutes, that the child attended, h. an owner, operator, agent, employee or volunteer of a child care facility, as defined in Section 402 of Title 10 of the Oklahoma Statutes, that the child attended, i. an intimate partner of the parent of the child, as defined in Section 60.1 of Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes, or j. a person who has voluntarily accepted responsibility for the care or supervision of a child; 13. "Sexual intercourse" means the actual penetration, however slight, of the vagina or anus by the penis; and 14. "Sodomy" means: a. penetration, however slight, of the mouth of the child by a penis, b. penetration, however slight, of the vagina of a person responsible for a child's health, safety or welfare, by the mouth of a child, c. penetration, however slight, of the mouth of the person responsible for a child's health, safety or welfare by the penis of the child, or d. penetration, however slight, of the vagina of the child by the mouth of the person responsible for a child's health, safety or welfare.” Passed the Senate the 6th day of May, 2025. Presiding Officer of the Senate Passed the House of Representatives the ____ day of __________, 2025. Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives ENGROSSED HOUSE BILL NO. 2104 By: Osburn and West (Tammy) of the House and Rader of the Senate An Act relating to the classification of felony offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 701.7, which relates to murder in the first degree; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1268.2, which relates to terrorism; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 644, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 212, O.S.L. 2023 (21 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 644), which relates to penalties for domestic abuse; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 651, which relates to penalties for administering poison; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 701.8, which relates to murder in the second degree; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 701.9, which relates to penalties for murder in the first and second degrees; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 745, which relates to kidnapping; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 843.5, which relates to child abuse; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1021, as amended by Section 7, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1021), which relates to indecent exposure and the solicitation of minors; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1312, which relates to penalties for rioting; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1441, which relates to burglary with explosives; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1767.2, which relates to the use of explosives to damage persons or property; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-401, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 77, O.S.L. 2024 (63 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2-401), which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 124.8, which relates to the Oklahoma Explosives and Blasting Regulation Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 175, which relates to accessory to a felony offense; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 650, which relates to aggravated assault and battery upon a peace officer; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 701.16, which relates to solicitation for first degree murder; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 711 and 712, which relate to first degree manslaughter; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 748, which relates to human trafficking; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 760, which relates to female genital mutilation; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 798, 800 and 801, which relate to robbery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 849, which relates to equipping vehicles or structures with explosives; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1040.12a, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 103, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1040.12a), which relates to the Oklahoma Law on Obscenity and Child Pornography; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1111.1, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 260, O.S.L. 2022 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1111.1), which relates to rape by instrumentation; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1114 and 1115, which relate to penalties for rape and rape by instrumentation; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1117, which relates to forcing a woman to marry; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1752, which relates to displacing railroad equipment; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 107, which relates to criminal offenses during riots or insurrections; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 11-902, which relates to penalties for driving under the influence; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-403, which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 652, which relates to discharging a firearm with intent to kill; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 751, which relates to maiming; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 843.1, which relates to abuse of the elderly by caretakers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1123, as last amended by Section 33, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1123), which relates to lewd or indecent acts to a child; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1268.3, which relates to the Oklahoma Antiterrorism Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1327, which relates to advocating sabotage, sedition or treason on public school grounds; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1401 and 1405, which relate to first degree arson and endangering human life during commission of arson; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 521, which relates to rescuing prisoners; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 813, 814 and 817, which relate to aiding suicide; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 832, which relates to willful poisoning of others; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 888, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 260, O.S.L. 2022 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 888), which relates to forcible sodomy; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1021.2, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 103, O.S.L. 2024, 1021.3, as amended by Section 10, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024, 1024.2, as amended by Section 15, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 and 1029, as last amended by Section 3, Chapter 151, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1021.2, 1021.3, 1024.2 and 1029), which relate to the Oklahoma Law on Obscenity and Child Pornography; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1087, as amended by Section 6, Chapter 151, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1087), which relates to procuring minors for prostitution; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1088, as amended by Section 7, Chapter 151, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1088), which relates to inducing or restraining minors for prostitution; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1266, 1266.4 and 1266.5, which relate to the Sabotage Prevention Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1268.5, which relates to the Oklahoma Antiterrorism Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1287, which relates to the use of firearms while committing a felony; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1289.17A, which relates to the Oklahoma Firearms Act of 1971; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1431, which relates to first degree burglary; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1903, which relates to the Bus Passenger Safety Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 2001, which relates to the use of unlawful proceeds; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1404, which relates to the Oklahoma Racketeer-Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 11-904, which relates to personal injury accident while under the influence; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-415, which relates to the Trafficking in Illegal Drugs Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 446, which relates to the unlawful transportation of aliens; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 532, which relates to permitting escapes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 741, which relates to kidnapping; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 856.1, which relates to aiding, abetting and encouraging minors to participate in drug-related crimes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 866, which relates to trafficking in children; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1040.8, as amended by Section 18, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1040.8), which relates to the Oklahoma Law on Obscenity and Child Pornography; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1081, which relates to pandering; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1085, which relates to restraining female in house of prostitution; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1116, which relates to second degree rape; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1402, which relates to second degree arson; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 590, which relates to the Sex Offenders Registration Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1350.6, which relates to the Bail Enforcement and Licensing Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-332, which relates to the Precursor Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 341, which relates to embezzlement by officers; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 349, which relates to injuring or burning public buildings; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 539, which relates to resisting execution of process; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 644.1, which relates to prior pattern of domestic abuse; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1289.26, which relates to unlawful use of body armor; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1403, which relates to third degree arson; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1561, which relates to forgery of wills, deeds and instruments; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1562, which relates to forgery of public securities; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1622, which relates to fraudulently uttering one's signature; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1623, which relates to fraudulently uttering one's endorsement; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1624, which relates to the unlawful obliteration of instruments or writings; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1626, which relates to signing fictious names as officers of corporations; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1742.2, which relates to the Unlawful Use of a Recording Device Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 4055.14, which relates to the Viatical Settlements Act of 2008; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Section 47.6, which relates to the Hazardous Liquid Transportation System Safety Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 21, which relates to contraband in jails and prisons; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-406, as last amended by Section 7, Chapter 308, O.S.L. 2024 (63 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2-406), which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-419.1, which relates to the Trafficking in Illegal Drugs Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 4253, which relates to the Vessel, and Motor Chop Shop, Stolen and Altered Property Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 53, which relates to concealing the death of a child; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 645, which relates to assault and battery with a dangerous weapon; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 799, which relates to second degree robbery; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 843.3, which relates to abuse of a vulnerable adult; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 850, which relates to malicious intimidation or harassment; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 851, which relates to desertion of children; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 853, which relates to desertion of wife or child; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 856, which relates to contributing to the delinquency of a minor; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 885, which relates to incest; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 886, which relates to crimes against nature; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 891, which relates to the enticement or concealing of children; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1028, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 267, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1028), which relates to operating a place of prostitution; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1040.13, as amended by Section 21, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1040.13), which relates to distribution of obscene material or child sexual abuse material; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1040.13a, which relates to soliciting sexual conduct or sexual communication with a child; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1073, which relates to promoting pyramid schemes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1086, which relates to allowing pandering on certain property; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1118, which relates to compelling a woman by force to marry; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1119, which relates to abduction of a person under fifteen; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1161.1, which relates to desecration of a human corpse; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1173, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 318, O.S.L. 2022 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1173), which relates to stalking; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1217, which relates to interfering with duties of firemen; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1230.7 and 1230.8, which relate to the Environmental Crimes Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1263, which relates to advocating criminal syndicalism or sabotage; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1265.2, 1265.3 and 1265.5, which relate to the Sabotage Prevention Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1268.4, 1268.6, 1268.7 and 1268.8, which relate to the Oklahoma Antiterrorism Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1283, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 299, O.S.L. 2022 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1283), which relates to possession of firearms by convicted felons and delinquents; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1289.16, 1289.17, 1289.20 and 1289.21, which relate to the Oklahoma Firearms Act of 1971; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1290.21, which relates to the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1320.2 and 1320.4, which relate to incitement to riot and related penalties; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1321.7 and 1321.8, which relate to the Oklahoma Riot Control and Prevention Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1368, which relates to possession of explosives by convicted felons; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1378, which relates to conspiring to perform an act of violence; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 10-102.1, which relates to accidents involving death; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 11-905, which relates to personal injury accidents caused by unlicensed drivers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 11-1111, which relates to throwing substances at moving vehicles; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2-328 and 2- 333, which relate to the Precursor Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-509, which relates to the unlawful cultivation of certain plants; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-701, which relates to the methamphetamine registry; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 647, 649, 649.1, 649.2, 650.2, 653 and 681, which relate to assault and battery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 716, 717 and 722, which relate to second degree manslaughter; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 856.3, which relates to gang- related offenses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1192.1, which relates to intentionally transmitting infectious virus; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1302, which relates to trespass; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1303, which relates to assaults while disguised; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1320.3 and 1320.5, which relate to unlawful assemblies and related penalties; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1685, which relates to cruelty to animals; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1692.2, 1692.3, 1692.4, 1692.5 and 1692.8, which relate to cockfighting offenses and penalties; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1694, 1695, 1696, 1697 and 1699.1, which relate to dogfighting offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 10-102, which relates to nonfatal injury accidents; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Sections 586, 587 and 590.1, which relate to the Sex Offenders Registration Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 649.3, 650.4, 650.6, 650.7, 650.8, 650.9 and 650.11, which relate to assault and battery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 852.1, which relates to child endangerment; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 437, which relates to assisting prisoner escapes; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 438, which relates to carrying items into prison to assist escapes; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 440, which relates to harboring criminals and fugitives; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 455, which relates to threatening witnesses giving testimony; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 540A, which relates to eluding police officers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 662, which relates to dueling; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 843.4, which relates to exploitation of elderly or disabled adults; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1404, which relates to fourth degree arson; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. Section 1435, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 245, O.S.L. 2022 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1435), which relates to second and third degree burglary; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1708, which relates to grand larceny at night; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-302, which relates to making false affidavits; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-503.1f, which relates to evading money reporting requirements; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 11-10, which relates to anhydrous equipment theft; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 4 O.S. 2021, Section 268, which relates to fraudulent branding of domestic animals; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 17 O.S. 2021, Section 6.1, which relates to injuring pipeline transportation systems; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Section 641, which relates to embezzlement by county treasurer; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 265, which relates to bribing executive officers; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 266, which relates to executive officers receiving bribes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 282, which relates to unlawful entrance to restricted areas; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 301, which relates to preventing meetings of the State Legislature; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 303 and 305, which relate to compelling adjournment of the State Legislature and passage or rejection of bills; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 308 and 309, which relate to bribing and accepting bribes by members of the Legislature; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 350, which relates to the seizure of military stores; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 374, which relates to the unlawful display of certain flags and banners; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 380 and 380.1, which relate to bribing a fiduciary and commercial bribery; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 382, which relates to receiving bribes by public officers; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 383, which relates to offering bribes to judicial officer and jurors; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 388, which relates to tampering with juries; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 421, 422 and 424, which relate to conspiracy offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 540B, which relates to roadblocks; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 578, which relates to fraudulent production of an infant; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 752 and 759, which relate to maiming and related penalties; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 941, 946 and 948, which relate to gambling offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 982 and 991, which relate to commercial gambling and betting; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 996.3, which relates to the Consumers Disclosure of Prizes and Gifts Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1416, which relates to the unlawful delivery of goods; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1451, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 63, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1451), which relates to embezzlement offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1531, 1532, 1533 and 1533.2, which relate to falsely impersonation offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1541.2 and 1541.3, which relate to obtaining money or property by trick; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1577, 1578, 1579 and 1592, which relate to forgery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1632 and 1635, which relate to fraud relating to corporations; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1702, 1705, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 158, O.S.L. 2024, 1707, 1713, 1713.1, 1716, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 32, O.S.L. 2022, 1719.2, 1720, 1721, 1722, 1731, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 176, O.S.L. 2024, and 1732 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1705, 1716 and 1731), which relate to larceny offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1778, which relates to interfering with train signal lights; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1779, which relates to injuring written instruments; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1953 and 1955, which relate to the Oklahoma Computer Crimes Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 17, which relates to failing to forfeit certain proceeds; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 27A O.S. 2021, Section 2-5- 116, which relates to violations of the Oklahoma Clean Air Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 27A O.S. 2021, Section 2-6- 206, which relates to violations of the Oklahoma Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 29 O.S. 2021, Section 3-201, which relates to violations of the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 42 O.S. 2021, Section 153, which relates to lienable claims; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 4-108, which relates to trim tag plates; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 4-109, as amended by Section 36, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 4-109), which relates to certificate of titles; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 7-612, which relates to security verification forms; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 592.9, as amended by Section 17, Chapter 107, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 592.9), which relates to the Oklahoma Crusher Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 1503, which relates to the Motor Vehicle Chop Shop, Stolen and Altered Property Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Sections 36.5 and 36.6, which relate to oaths or affirmations; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Sections 109 and 118, which relate to false verification of documents and bribery; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-407, which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2-503.1, 2-503.1d, 2- 503.1e, and 2-503.1g, which relate to the Drug Money Laundering and Wire Transmitter Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Sections 218.1, 244 and 246, which relate to the Uniform Tax Procedure Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 317, which relates to forging tax stamps; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 71 O.S. 2021, Sections 1-301 and 1- 308, as amended by Sections 12 and 19, Chapter 77, O.S.L. 2022, 1-401, 1-402, 1-403 and 1-404, as amended by Sections 20, 21 and 22, Chapter 77, O.S.L. 2022, 1-501, 1-502, 1-505, 1-506 and 1-508, as amended by Section 31, Chapter 77, O.S.L. 2022 (71 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1-301, 1-308, 1-402, 1-403, 1-404 and 1-508), which relate to the Oklahoma Uniform Securities Act of 2004; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 71 O.S. 2021, Sections 806, 808, 809 and 811, as amended by Sections 44 and 45, Chapter 77, O.S.L. 2022, 812, 819, 820, 821, 822 and 823 (71 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 809 and 811), which relate to the Oklahoma Business Opportunity Sales Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 71, which relates to the Oklahoma Surplus Property Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 79 O.S. 2021, Sections 203, 204 and 206, which relate to the Oklahoma Antitrust Reform Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 82 O.S. 2021, Section 867, which relates to officer and employees of the Grand River Dam Authority; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 9-34, 9-35 and 9-36, which relate to the Public Warehouse and Commodity Indemnity Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 16-25, 16-28.1 and 16- 34, which relate to the Oklahoma Forestry Code; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 3 O.S. 2021, Sections 258 and 259, which relate to the operation of unregistered aircraft and unregistered serial numbers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 3 O.S. 2021, Section 301, which relates to the operation of aircraft while under the influence; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 3 O.S. 2021, Section 321, which relates to the unlawful possession of aircraft; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Sections 205, 208.4, 208.6, 208.7, 208.8, 208.9, 208.10 and 208.11, which relate to the Oklahoma Horse Racing Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Section 727, which relates to the Oklahoma Education Lottery Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 4 O.S. 2021, Section 42.4, which relates to owners of dangerous dogs; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 6 O.S. 2021, Sections 809, 1405, 1406, 1407, 1408, 1409, 1410, 1411, 1412, 1413, 1414 and 1417, which relate to the Oklahoma Banking Code; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 404.1, which relates to the Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Licensing Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 10A O.S. 2021, Section 1-2- 101, which relates to reports of child abuse; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 13 O.S. 2021, Section 176.3, which relates to the Security of Communications Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 15 O.S. 2021, Sections 753 and 761.1, which relate to the Consumer Protection Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 15 O.S. 2021, Section 765.3, which relates to the Home Repair Fraud Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 15 O.S. 2021, Section 767, which relates to closing out sales; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 15 O.S. 2021, Sections 776.1 and 776.6, which relate to fraudulent electronic mail; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 17 O.S. 2021, Section 16, which relates to the destruction of corporate transaction business records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 18 O.S. 2021, Section 411, which relates to the misapplication of solicited funds; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 18 O.S. 2021, Sections 553.1 and 553.3, which relate to the Oklahoma Solicitation of Charitable Contributions Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Sections 90 and 91, which relate to failure by election officers to perform certain duties; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Section 686, which relates to the failure of county officers to perform certain duties; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 318, 320, 321 and 322, which relate to soliciting and accepting bribes by members of the State Legislature; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 334, which relates to soliciting funds to promote legislation; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 355, 357, 358 and 359, which relate to the unlawful furnishing of public supplies for consideration; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 381 and 399, which relate to bribery and corruption offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 425, which relates to conspiracy offenses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 443 and 445, which relate to escapes from penal institutions; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 453 and 456, which relate to falsifying evidence; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 461, 462 and 463, which relate to forging, stealing and falsifying public records; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 491, 496, 500, 504 and 505, which relate to perjury offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 531, which relates to the destruction of records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 540C, which relates to fortifying access points; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 543, which relates to concealing crimes in exchange for money or property; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 579, which relates to substituting a child; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 588, which relates to recording grand or petit jury proceedings; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 861, which relates to procuring an abortion; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 872, which relates to adultery; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 883 and 884, which relate to bigamy offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 954, 984, 986, 987 and 988, which relate to offenses related to confidence games and gambling; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1031, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 267, O.S.L. 2024, 1040.80, as amended by Section 32, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 and 1040.13b, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 214, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1031, 1040.80 and 1040.13b), which relate to the Oklahoma Law on Obscenity and Child Pornography; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1125, which relates to zone of safety for sex offenders; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1161 and 1162, which relate to the unlawful removal and purchasing of dead bodies; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1171, which relates to Peeping Toms; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1172, which relates to obscene communications; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1192, which relates to the spread of infectious diseases; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1229, which relates to altering the appearance of livestock; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. Sections 1230.3, 1230.4, 1230.5 and 1230.6, which relate to the Environmental Crimes Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1265.4, which relates to the Sabotage Prevention Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1278, which relates to the unlawful intent to carry firearms; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1320.10, which relates to riots; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1411, 1412, 1414 and 1415, which relate to fraudulent bills of lading and warehouse receipts; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1483, 1485, 1486 and 1488, which relate to extortion and blackmail; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1521, which relates to bogus check for motor vehicle leases or rentals; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1533.1, which relates to identity theft; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1544, which relates to false negotiable papers; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1550.28, 1550.31, 1550.33 and 1550.41, which relate to the Oklahoma Credit Card Crime Act of 1970; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1550, which relates to committing a felony with a firearm that has an altered or defaced serial number; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1571, 1572, 1573, 1574, 1580, 1581, 1582, 1583, 1584, 1585, 1586, 1587, 1588, 1589, 1590, 1591 and 1593, which relate to second degree forgery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1621, which relates to third degree felony; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1639, which relates to fraudulent insolvency of unlicensed insurance business; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1663, which relates to Workers' Compensation fraud; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1681, which relates to poisoning animals; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1719, 1719.1, 1723, 1726, 1727 and 1728, which relate to larceny offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1751 and 1752.1, which relate to offenses concerning trains and railroad property; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1767.1, which relates to the use or threats to use incendiary devices; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1777, which relates to the removal or injury of piles; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1837, which relates to substances or explosives in unginned cotton; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1873 and 1874, which relate to the sale or manufacture of unlawful telecommunication devices; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1904, which relates to the Bus Passenger Safety Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1958, which relates to the Oklahoma Computer Crimes Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1976, 1977, 1978 and 1979, which relate to the unlawful reproduction and sale of sound recordings; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1980, which relates to counterfeit labels; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1990.2, which relates to the Trademark Anti- Counterfeiting Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1993, which relates to the Laser Safety Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 2100.1, which relates to ice cream truck vending; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 60.6, which relates to the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1263, which relates to the sale of seized liquor; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1264, which relates to false affidavits by an officer; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Section 9-118, which relates to breaking or tampering with voting devices; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Sections 16-101, 16-102, 16- 102.1, 16-102.2, 16-103, 16-103.1, 16-104, 16-105, 16-106, 16-107, 16-108, 16-109 and 16-120, which relate to offenses in violation of the election code; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 27A O.S. 2021, Section 2-7-109, which relates to the Oklahoma Hazardous Waste Management Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 27A O.S. 2021, Sections 2-10-302 and 2-10-801, which relate to the Oklahoma Solid Waste Management Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 311.1, which relates to fraudulent or false statements by insurer; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 1435.26, which relates to the Oklahoma Producer Licensing Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 1643, which relates to failure to file insurance statements by insurer; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 6130, which relates to prepaid funeral benefits; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 37A O.S. 2021, Sections 3-101, 6- 101 and 6-123, which relate to Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Control Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 40 O.S. 2021, Section 5-107, which relates to the Employment Security Act of 1980; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 40 O.S. 2021, Section 169, which relates to hiring armed guards without permits; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 40 O.S. 2021, Section 183, which relates to entering boilers while under pressure; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 42 O.S. 2021, Sections 142.4 and 142.6, which relate to fraudulent statements on certain liens; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 43 O.S. 2021, Section 14, which relates to performing unlawful marriages; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 43 O.S. 2021, Section 123, which relates to remarrying and cohabitating; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 43A O.S. 2021, Sections 2-219 and 3-601, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 250, O.S.L. 2023 (43A O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 3-601), which relate to the Mental Health Law; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 43A O.S. 2021, Section 11-113, which relates to the Advance Directives for Mental Health Treatment Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Sections 4-102, 4-103, 4-107, as amended by Section 35, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022, 4-107a and 4- 110 (47 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 4-107), which relate to motor vehicle anti-theft laws; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-301, as amended by Section 76, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 6-301), which relates to the unlawful use of a driver license or identification card; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 11-207, which relates to interfering with traffic-control devices or railroad signs; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 17-102, which relates to penalties for violations of the Uniform Vehicle Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Sections 108, 114, 115 and 117, which relate to perjury, obstruction, conspiracy and bribery; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 52 O.S. Section 235, which relates to the misappropriation of gas; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Section 26.18, which relates to fraud in obtaining emergency relief or assistance; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Sections 1005 and 1005.1, which relate to the Oklahoma Medicaid Program Integrity Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 22, receiving compensation for providing goods or services to inmates; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 222, which relates to the Prisoners Public Works Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 599, which relates to the Mary Rippy Violent Crime Offenders Registration Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 328.49, which relates to the State Dental Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 353.17A, 353.24 and 353.25, which relate to the Oklahoma Pharmacy Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 396.33, which relates to the Funeral Services License Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 491, which relates to the Oklahoma Allopathic Medical and Surgical Licensure and Supervision Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 638, which relates to the Oklahoma Osteopathic Medicine Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1044, which relates to the Oklahoma Inspectors Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1322, which relates to perjury on affidavit of undertaking; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1335, which relates to noncompliance with personal recognizance; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1512, which relates to the Oklahoma Pawnshop Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1750.11, which relates to the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 61 O.S. 2021, Sections 115 and 116, which relate to the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Section 81, which relates to false or illegal vouchers; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Section 604, which relates to the Uniform Facsimile Signature of Public Officials Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-404, which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2200.16A and 2200.17A, which relate to the Oklahoma Uniform Anatomical Gift Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 4209, 4209.1, 4209.2, 4209.3 and 4209.4, which relate to the Oklahoma Boating Safety Regulation Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 64 O.S. 2021, Section 1026, which relates to destroying or forging records of the Commissioners of the Land Office; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 64 O.S. 2021, Section 1094, which relates to unauthorized prospecting of minerals on certain land; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 66 O.S. 2021, Section 304, which relates to the Railroad Revitalization Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 66 O.S. 2021, Section 324, which relates to the Oklahoma Tourism and Passenger Rail Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 67 O.S. Section 83, which relates to obstructing the copying of certain records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Sections 240.1 and 241, which relate to the Uniform Tax Procedure Code; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Sections 450.8 and 450.9, which relate to failure to affix, remove or prepare fraudulent tax stamps on controlled dangerous substances; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 2003, which relates to false oaths; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 2376, which relates to submitting false tax returns; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 2920, which relates to the submission of false tax receipts; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 2945, as amended by Section 4, Chapter 349, O.S.L. 2022 (68 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2945), which relates to fraudulent lists of taxable information; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 3609, which relates to the Oklahoma Quality Jobs Program Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 3807, which relates to the Former Miliary Facility Development Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 4109, which relates to the Oklahoma Specialized Quality Investment Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 4209, which relates to the Oklahoma Quality Investment Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 69 O.S. 2021, Section 310, which relates to conflicts of interest of the State Highway Commission; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 69 O.S. 2021, Section 1705, which relates to powers and duties of the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 69 O.S. 2021, Section 1802, which relates to penalties for felony violations of the Oklahoma Highway Code of 1968; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 23-106, which relates to powers and duties of the Oklahoma Educational Television Authority; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3909, which relates to the altering or destroying of audit records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 4306, which relates to the misappropriation of gifts, devises and bequests at higher educational institutions; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 71 O.S. 2021, Sections 453, 455 and 460, which relate to the Oklahoma Take-over Disclosure Act of 1985; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 73 O.S. 2021, Section 162, which relates to the unlawful transaction of business for profit by employees or officers of the Oklahoma Capitol Improvement Authority; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.45h, which relates to the Oklahoma Minority Business Enterprise Assistance Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.47h, which relates to the Oklahoma Small Business Surety Bond Guaranty Program Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 150.9, which relates to false or altered criminal history records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 3404, which relates to the Anti-Kickback Act of 1974; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 79 O.S. 2021, Sections 101 and 103, which relate to prohibited agreements regarding bridges, roads or highways; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 82 O.S. 2021, Section 1086.3, which relates to unlawful business transactions for profit by members of the Water Resources Board; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 82 O.S. 2021, Section 1281, which relates to conflicts of interest; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 84 O.S. 2021, Section 55, which relates to falsely executing written declarations; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 85A O.S. 2021, Section 6, which relates to the Administrative Workers' Compensation Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 434, 436, and 444, which relate to escapes from penitentiaries and peace officers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 650.5, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 140, O.S.L. 2023 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 650.5), which relates to penalties for assault and battery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 852, which relates to failing to provide support for a child; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 856.2, which relates to harboring a runaway child; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1272.3, which relates to the unlawful discharge of stun guns, tear gas or pepper mace; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. Section 1289.18, which relates to the Oklahoma Firearms Act of 1971; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1304, which relates to mailing threatening letters; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 1-731 and 1-733, which relate to abortions; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-737.9, which relates to the Oklahoma Unborn Child Protection from Dismemberment Abortion Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1- 738.14, which relates to the Unborn Child Pain Awareness/Prevention Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-740.4b, which relates to using false government records to obtain abortion; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-745.7, which relates to the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-746.7, which relates to consent to abortion; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-749, which relates to the preservation of fetal tissue; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 2-18, which relates to the Oklahoma Agriculture Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 5-106, which relates to the Oklahoma Farm Animal, Crop, and Research Facilities Protection Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 6-94, which relates to permanent branding of animals; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 6-125, which relates to quarantined livestock; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 6-151 and 6-155, which relate to penalties for transporting livestock without health certificates; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 6- 190, 6-191, 6-192, 6-194, 6-197, 6-199, 6-200 and 6- 207, which relate to the Oklahoma Meat Inspection Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 6-258, 6- 259, 6-260, 6-261, 6-262 and 6-264, which relate to the Oklahoma Poultry Products Inspection Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 6-611, which relates to the Feral Swine Control Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 9-37, which relates to the Public Warehouse and Commodity Indemnity Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 9-132, which relates to the Livestock Auction Market Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 11-2, which relates to ungraded agricultural products; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 11-94, which relates to the Oklahoma Scrap Metal Dealers Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 16-6, which relates to the Oklahoma Forestry Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 16-59, which relates to the removal of timber products from state lands; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 16-60 and 16-63, which relate to wrongful injuries to and fraudulent sales of timber; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 16-66, which relates to false declaration of ownership; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 3 O.S. 2021, Section 281, which relates to the installation of nonconforming fuel tanks; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Section 203.6, which relates to the Oklahoma Horse Racing Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Sections 504 and 505, which relate to the Amusement and Carnival Games Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 4 O.S. 2021, Section 85.11, which relates to unlawfully taking up or concealing estrays; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 6 O.S. 2021, Section 808, which relates to the Oklahoma Banking Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 11 O.S. 2021, Section 39-113, which relates to the Improvement District Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 12 O.S. 2021, Section 65, which relates to false valuations of real estate; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 12 O.S. 2021, Section 923, which relates to falsely swearing on affidavit; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 15 O.S. 2021, Section 567, which relates to contracts for sale of future deliveries of certain commodities; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 17 O.S. Section 158.59, which relates to unlawful acts relating to rural electric cooperatives; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 17 O.S. 2021, Section 191.11, which relates to the Electric Restructuring Act of 1997; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 18 O.S. 2021, Section 381.73, which relates to the Oklahoma Savings and Loan Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Sections 28 and 29, which relate to election officers who neglect official duties and bribery; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Section 92, which relates to bribery; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Sections 112 and 123, which relate to county depositories; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 187.1 and 187.2, which relate to campaign contributions; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 275, which relates to gratuity or reward for appointing another to a public office; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 306 and 307, which relate to altering bills or resolutions; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 360, which relates to coercing political participation of state employees; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 372, which relates to the mutilation of United States flag; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 384 and 400, which relate to bribery and corruption offenses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 451, which relates to falsifying evidence; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 567A, which relates to the violation of child custody orders; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 589, which relates to false reporting of crimes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 590, which relates to the unlawful disposal of government records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 815 and 818, which relate to suicide; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 950, which relates to gambling offenses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1053, 1066 and 1068, which relate to lotteries; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1092, which relates to exhibiting stolen goods; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1163, which relates to the unlawful interference with burial places; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1168.1, 1168.4 and 1168.6, which relate to human skeletal remains; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1174, which relates to burning crosses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1214, which relates to the unlawful receiving of transmissions made by law enforcement; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1267.1, which relates to overthrowing the government by force or violence; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1282, which relates to slungshots; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1442, which relates to the possession of burglary tools; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1503 and 1506, which relate to defrauding owners of hotels or restaurants and mock auctions; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1542 and 1543, which relate to obtaining property by false pretenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1550.32, which relates to the Oklahoma Credit Card Crime Act of 1970; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1662, which relates to fraudulent insurance claims; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1753 and 1753.8, which relate to injuries to highways and stealing road signs; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1755, which relates to injuries to toll houses or gates; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1760 and 1765, which relate to malicious injury to property and house of worship; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1785, which relates to injuring public works of art or literature; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1786 and 1791, which relate to injuries to gas or water pipes and fences; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1792, which relates to trespass on critical infrastructure facilities; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1834, which relates to the willful disposal or damage of encumbered property; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1861, which relates to telephone solicitations; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1871, which relates to unlawful avoidance of paying service charges; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1872, which relates to possession of unlawful telecommunication or cloning devices; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 60.4, as amended by Section 7, Chapter 318, O.S.L. 2022 (22 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 60.4), which relates to the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1110, which relates to bail jumping; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 34 O.S. 2021, Section 23, which relates to falsely signing or destroying petitions for referendum; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 2737.1, which relates to fraudulent statements related to applications into fraternal benefit societies; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 37A O.S. 2021, Sections 6- 115, 6-116, 6-117, 6-120, 6-121 and 6-129, which relate to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Control Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 40 O.S. 2021, Sections 181 and 182, which relate to the unlawful repair of steam boilers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 44 O.S. 2021, Section 210, which relates to assault on members of the National Guard; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 579.1, as amended by Section 17, Chapter 240, O.S.L. 2024 (47 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 579.1), which relates to the unlawful brokering of vehicles; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Section 183, which relates to the unlawful use or publishing of certain information; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Section 185, which relates to public assistance fraud; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Section 243 which relates to food stamp fraud; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 13, which relates to prison escapes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 15.26, which relates to the Oklahoma Accountancy Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 328.49, which relates to the State Dental Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 1350.2, 1350.4, 1350.12 and 1350.16, which relate to the Bail Enforcement and Licensing Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1529, which relates to the Precious Metal and Gem Dealer Licensing Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 61 O.S. 2021, Section 114, which relates to the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Section 89.11, which relates to willful interference with inspections or destruction of transaction records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-324.1, which relates to unlawfully issuing birth, death and stillbirth certificates; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-757.10, which relates to the Oklahoma Abortion-Inducing Drug Certification Program Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-307, which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2-312.1 and 2-314, which relate to the Anti-Drug Diversion Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-405, which relates to offenses and penalties of the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 3101.11, which relates to the Oklahoma Advance Directive Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 4009.1, as amended by Section 206, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (63 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 4009.1), which relates to the Oklahoma Vessel and Motor Registration Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 64 O.S. 2021, Sections 1017, 1018 and 1029, which relate to offenses concerning property transaction and property of the Commissioners of the Land Office; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 317.1, which relates to delivery or sale of cigarettes to minors; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 349.1, which relates to the sale of contraband cigarettes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 426, which relates to shipping, selling or purchasing contraband tobacco products; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 1364, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 203, O.S.L. 2021 (68 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1364), which relates to the Oklahoma Sales Tax Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 1625, which relates to perjury on fireworks affidavit; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 2861, which relates to the Ad Valorem Tax Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 3908, which relates to the Small Employer Quality Jobs Incentive Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 69 O.S. 2021, Section 1213, which relates to obstructing or damaging roads or traffic-control devices; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 17-110, which relates to falsifying teacher retirement system records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 71 O.S. 2021, Sections 621, 626 and 631, as amended by Sections 3 and 6, Chapter 78, O.S.L. 2022, 641, 653, 654 and 658 (71 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 626 and 631), which relate to the Oklahoma Subdivision Land Sales Code; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 72 O.S. 2021, Section 6-1, which relates to impersonating members or veterans of the United States Armed Forces; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 217, which relates to false reports made by the State Auditor and Inspector; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 82 O.S. 2021, Section 674, which relates to the Conservancy Act of Oklahoma; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 85A O.S. 2021, Section 38, which relates to the Administrative Workers' Compensation Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Mike Osburn (R)*, Dave Rader (R)*, Tammy West (R)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: HC's named: Conference Committee on Rules
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VT bill #S0059 • Last Action 05/15/2025
An act relating to amendments to Vermont’s Open Meeting Law
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several amendments to Vermont's Open Meeting Law to enhance transparency and clarify meeting procedures. The bill modifies the definition of "undue hardship" for government entities by considering factors like overall size, staff availability, and resource constraints. It mandates that most state and local public bodies (with exceptions for advisory bodies and site inspections) must hold hybrid meetings with both physical and electronic platforms, electronically record meetings, and post those recordings for at least 30 days. The bill also requires meeting agendas to provide more specific details about discussion topics and explicitly state when an executive session is proposed. Additionally, the bill expands the circumstances under which a public body can enter an executive session, now allowing closed-door discussions about interest rates for publicly financed loans. Municipalities can be exempted from certain recording requirements if compliance would impose an undue hardship, though they bear the burden of proving such hardship. The bill aims to balance government transparency with practical operational considerations, making public meetings more accessible while providing some flexibility for local governments.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to amend Vermont’s Open Meeting Law to state that annual municipal meetings and representative town meetings are not “public bodies” that are subject to the Open Meeting Law. This bill also proposes to provide that a public body may move to enter executive session to discuss the interest rates of publicly financed loans.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ruth Hardy (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 03/21/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs Hearing (00:00:00 5/15/2025 )
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VT bill #S0126 • Last Action 05/15/2025
An act relating to health care payment and delivery system reform
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a comprehensive reform of Vermont's health care system with several key provisions. The bill aims to transform health care payment and delivery by establishing reference-based pricing (setting hospital reimbursement rates based on a percentage of Medicare rates) and implementing global hospital budgets by 2030. It creates a new Statewide Health Care Delivery Plan to be developed by the Agency of Human Services, which will set total cost of care targets and identify resource allocations across the state. The bill also establishes a Health Care Delivery Advisory Committee with 14 members from various healthcare sectors to provide guidance and recommendations. Additionally, the legislation mandates the development of an integrated health care data system to improve information sharing and reduce administrative burdens. The bill requires hospitals to provide more detailed reporting on administrative costs, employee compensation, and service changes, and gives the Green Mountain Care Board expanded oversight of hospital networks and their financial operations. The goal is to improve health care outcomes, increase access to services, control costs, and create a more coordinated and efficient healthcare system in Vermont, with specific targets for implementation between 2025 and 2030.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to enact certain health care payment and delivery system reforms.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 56
• Last Amended: 03/31/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Appropriations Hearing (00:00:00 5/15/2025 )
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VT bill #H0454 • Last Action 05/15/2025
An act relating to transforming Vermont’s education governance, quality, and finance systems
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to transform Vermont's education governance, quality, and finance systems through several key provisions. The bill would create five school districts to govern the entire state's public education system, with each district operated by a central office and governed by a school board. The education financing system would be transformed to a foundation formula with a base amount of $15,033 per student in fiscal year 2025, with additional weights based on student need, school scale, and district sparsity. The bill introduces significant changes to education governance, including establishing a Commission on the Future of Public Education to study and make recommendations about the state's education system. It sets new class size minimum standards, requiring average class sizes of 12 students in kindergarten, 15 students in grades one through four, and 18 students in grades five through 12. The bill also creates a new School Construction Aid Special Fund and establishes a State Aid for School Construction Advisory Board to oversee school infrastructure investments. The legislation proposes a new property tax classification system and changes to the homestead property tax exemption, creating a sliding scale of exemptions based on household income. It moves the grand list assessment date from April 1 to January 1 and establishes regional assessment districts to standardize property valuation across the state. The bill includes provisions for transforming special education funding, creating a strategic plan for special education services, and establishing a more equitable and transparent education funding system. It also sets the groundwork for potential future transitions, such as moving to an evidence-based foundation formula for education funding. The implementation of various provisions is staggered, with some taking effect immediately, others in 2025, 2026, and some as late as 2029 and 2030, allowing for a phased approach to these significant educational reforms.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to transform Vermont’s education governance, quality, and finance systems. It would create five school districts to govern the public education system for the entire State, each governed by a school board and operated by a central office. This bill also proposes to transform Vermont’s education financing system to a foundation formula, with a base amount of $13,200.00 per student, in fiscal year 2025, with additional weights based on student need, school scale, and district sparsity, developed based on an evidence-based model that has been adjusted to the Vermont context.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/15/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Casey Toof (R)*, Pattie McCoy (R), Chris Taylor (R), Joshua Dobrovich (R), Beth Quimby (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 105
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Finance Hearing (00:00:00 5/15/2025 )
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NJ bill #A5624 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Requires Division of Consumer Affairs to create open data portal and provide certain datasets online.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Division of Consumer Affairs in the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety to create and maintain an annual open data portal on their website that provides public access to non-confidential statistical datasets. The portal must include detailed information about professional and occupational licensing, such as the number of applications submitted, processing times, active license counts, license populations by county, examination pass/fail rates, and consumer complaint statistics. Users of the portal will be able to sort datasets by professional board, license type, and view year-by-year comparisons. The bill mandates that all datasets comply with the open public records act and other state and federal privacy laws, ensuring that only publicly disclosable information is shared. The open data portal aims to increase transparency by providing accessible, comprehensive information about professional licensing and consumer interactions with the division. The bill will take effect on the first day of the ninth month following its enactment, with the director of the division able to take preparatory administrative actions in advance.
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Bill Summary: This bill requires the Division of Consumer Affairs in the Department of Law and Public Safety to create, maintain, and annually update an open data portal on the division's Internet website that provides public access to certain datasets collected by the division, including information on professional and occupational licensing, registration, and certification information and consumer complaints. Datasets made available by the division on the open data portal shall comply with the provisions of the open public records act, and all applicable State and federal privacy laws.
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• Introduced: 05/05/2025
• Added: 05/10/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Sterley Stanley (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/09/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Regulated Professions Hearing (14:00:00 5/15/2025 Committee Room 9, 3rd Floor, State House Annex, Trenton, NJ)
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NH bill #HB376 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Specifying that library user information exempted from disclosure in the right-to-know law includes information regarding library cards and library membership status.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends New Hampshire's Right-to-Know law (RSA 91-A:5) to explicitly clarify that library user information, specifically including library cards and library membership status, is exempt from public disclosure. The amendment adds language to an existing provision that protects various confidential records from being released under public records laws. The modification means that details about an individual's library card and membership cannot be shared without the user's consent, which helps protect personal privacy. By specifically mentioning library cards and membership status, the bill provides clearer protection for library patrons' personal information. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, giving libraries and government agencies time to understand and implement the new provision. This change is part of broader privacy protections in the Right-to-Know law, which aims to balance public transparency with individual privacy rights.
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Bill Summary: This bill exempts library card and library membership files and information from disclosure under the right-to-know law.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Lisa Mazur (R)*, Joe Alexander (R), Ross Berry (R), Henry Giasson (R), Sherri Reinfurt (R), Sheila Seidel (R), Keith Murphy (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/09/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary Hearing (13:40:00 5/15/2025 Room 100, State House)
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MO bill #SB79 • Last Action 05/15/2025
Modifies provisions relating to health care
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several provisions related to health care in Missouri, with significant changes across multiple areas. The bill makes substantial updates to emergency medical services, ambulance districts, telemedicine, health insurance, and medical testing practices. Key provisions include expanding the State Advisory Council on Emergency Medical Services from 16 to up to 23 members with more detailed appointment processes, establishing new requirements for community paramedic services, creating more flexible investment rules for hospital districts, and introducing new regulations for prior authorization processes in health insurance. The bill also updates standards for expedited partner therapy, telemedicine practices, and prenatal testing requirements. For ambulance services, it adds new training and qualification requirements for ambulance service administrators and board members, and introduces more rigorous oversight mechanisms. In health insurance, the bill introduces new rules about value-based care agreements, prior authorization limitations, and creates a framework for membership organizations to provide health care benefit contracts. The bill appears comprehensive, touching on numerous aspects of health care delivery, insurance, and medical practice in Missouri, with the goal of improving service quality, administrative efficiency, and patient care standards.
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions relating to health care
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• Introduced: 12/03/2024
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kurtis Gregory (R)*, Brad Pollitt (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: H Informal Calendar Senate Bills for Third Reading (HCS)
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AL bill #HB365 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Alabama STEM Council created in the Department of Workforce, membership and duties provided
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Alabama Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Council within the Department of Workforce, creating a comprehensive framework to improve STEM education, career awareness, and workforce development across the state. The council will consist of 15-20 members appointed by the Governor, Secretary of Workforce, and other state officials, ensuring diverse representation from education, industry, and workforce sectors. The council will have an executive committee and may form additional committees to address STEM-related issues. A dedicated director will be responsible for developing and implementing a state STEM strategic plan, coordinating communication efforts, creating a digital registry of STEM learning resources, conducting program evaluations, expanding STEM career exploration opportunities, and collaborating with educational institutions and businesses to identify workforce needs. The council is empowered to collect and analyze STEM data, promote STEM careers, and provide annual progress reports to state leadership. Additionally, the council may establish a foundation to solicit private contributions and support STEM initiatives. Members will serve four-year renewable terms without compensation, except for reimbursed expenses, and the council is set to become effective on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Alabama STEM Council created in the Department of Workforce, membership and duties provided
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Terri Collins (R)*, Alan Baker (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Delivered to Governor
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AL bill #HB123 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Pharmacy Board, continued until October 1, 2026; membership and duties of board revised and penalties for violations revised, pursuant to the Sunset Law
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill continues the existence of the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy until October 1, 2026, and makes several significant changes to the board's composition, powers, and regulations. The bill expands the board from five to nine members, introducing more diverse representation including hospital, chain, independent, specialty, institutional, academic, and at-large pharmacists, as well as a registered pharmacy technician and a consumer representative. Beginning January 1, 2026, the board members will have staggered terms, with new requirements for appointment and qualifications. The bill also modifies the board's administrative procedures, including creating separate divisions for disciplinary and administrative functions, establishing more detailed rules for monetary penalties, and clarifying procedures for license suspensions, renewals, and investigations. Additionally, the bill requires the board to review and align its rules with state law by October 1, 2026, and submit a compliance report to legislative committees. The changes aim to enhance the board's oversight of pharmacy practices, improve transparency, and ensure more comprehensive representation of the pharmacy profession in Alabama.
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Bill Summary: Pharmacy Board, continued until October 1, 2026; membership and duties of board revised and penalties for violations revised, pursuant to the Sunset Law
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Bubba Underwood (R)*, Margie Wilcox (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 12 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Enacted
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NC bill #S257 • Last Action 05/14/2025
2025 Appropriations Act
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Appropriates funds for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium for the operations of state agencies, departments, and institutions, with a total budget of approximately $71.7 billion for 2025-2026 and $71.8 billion for 2026-2027. The budget includes allocations for various areas such as education, health and human services, transportation, and general government. Key provisions include increases in teacher and school administrator salaries, funding for community colleges, support for charter schools, and creation of new educational programs like the Competency-Based Education Innovation Grant Program. The bill also establishes several new initiatives, such as the Office of Learning Research, a School of Civic Life and Leadership at UNC-Chapel Hill, and a Student-Based Educational Wallet Pilot Program. Additionally, the budget makes technical changes to various existing laws, adjusts funding for certain scholarship and grant programs, and provides flexibility for technology and infrastructure investments across state agencies and educational institutions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO MAKE BASE BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS FOR CURRENT OPERATIONS OF STATE AGENCIES, DEPARTMENTS, AND INSTITUTIONS.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Brent Jackson (R)*, Ralph Hise (R)*, Michael Lee (R)*, Norman Sanderson (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 32 • Actions: 80
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Re-ref to the Com on Finance, if favorable, Appropriations, if favorable, Pensions and Retirement
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NC bill #S336 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Interstate Med.l Lic. Comp./Intern'l Phys
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an Interstate Medical Licensure Compact and creates a pathway for internationally-trained physicians to obtain a limited employee license in North Carolina. The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact allows physicians to more easily obtain medical licenses in multiple states by creating a streamlined, standardized process for verifying qualifications and issuing expedited licenses. Under this compact, physicians who meet specific eligibility criteria can apply for a license through their "state of principal license," which will then help them obtain licenses in other participating states. For internationally-trained physicians, the bill creates a new "internationally-trained physician employee license" that allows foreign-trained doctors to work at specific hospitals or rural medical practices in North Carolina. To qualify, these physicians must meet extensive requirements, including having a current medical license in another country, completing significant medical education, demonstrating medical competency through exams or certifications, passing background checks, being proficient in English, and being legally authorized to work in the United States. The license is initially limited to practicing only at the specific hospital or medical practice that sponsored the physician, and after four years, the physician may apply for a full medical license in North Carolina. The North Carolina Medical Board will be responsible for implementing these provisions and will be required to collect and report detailed data about the program's implementation and outcomes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ESTABLISH AN INTERSTATE COMPACT FOR THE LICENSURE OF THE PRACTICE OF MEDICINE AND TO CREATE A PROCESS FOR INTERNATIONAL PHYSICIAN EMPLOYEE LICENSE.
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• Introduced: 03/19/2025
• Added: 03/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Benton Sawrey (R)*, Amy Galey (R)*, Jim Burgin (R)*, Tim Moffitt (R), Mujtaba Mohammed (D), Brad Overcash (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Rules and Operations of the Senate Hearing (12:30:00 5/14/2025 1027/1128 LB)
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NE bill #LB36 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Adopt the Safe Battery Collection and Recycling Act, provide for the Home Weatherization Clearinghouse and for mitigation of incidental taking of threatened or endangered species habitat, change provisions relating to the Water Recreation Enhancement Act, ground water allocation, and permits and stamps issued by the Game and Parks Commission, and create the Research Excellence Cash Fund
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several key provisions across multiple areas of Nebraska law. It primarily establishes the Safe Battery Collection and Recycling Act, which requires battery producers to create and implement battery stewardship plans by January 1, 2028. Under this act, battery producers must develop collection networks, set recycling targets, and educate consumers about proper battery disposal. Batteries will be required to be marked with producer identification and chemistry information, and cannot be disposed of in landfills or mixed with other waste. Battery stewardship organizations will be responsible for creating collection sites, with specific requirements like having at least one permanent collection site within 15 miles for 95% of state residents. The bill also establishes a Home Weatherization Clearinghouse within the Department of Environment and Energy to help coordinate home improvement programs, creates a Research Excellence Cash Fund to support research investments, and makes various technical amendments to existing laws related to state highways, water recreation, and ground water allocation. Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for a mitigation bank to address environmental impacts of transportation projects and allows for compensation for threatened or endangered species habitat. The legislation imposes civil and criminal penalties for violations and creates new funding mechanisms like the Battery Stewardship Cash Fund to support implementation of these initiatives.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to natural resources; to amend sections 37-440, 46-740, and 81-15,160, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 37-438, 37-451, 37-455, 37-1214, 37-1802, 37-1803, 39-891, 39-893, 39-1301, 39-1302, 39-1309, and 39-1320, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024; to adopt the Safe Battery Collection and Recycling Act; to provide penalties; to create and change the use of funds; to state and change provisions relating to legislative intent, findings, declarations, and purposes; to establish the Home Weatherization Clearinghouse; to provide duties; to change fees; to change provisions relating to the issuance of certain permits under the Game Law; to provide for a mitigation bank or an in-lieu fee program relating to the incidental taking of threatened or endangered species; to provide for payment of a sum in lieu of ad valorem taxes lost by the county as prescribed; to change provisions relating to ground water allocation and the use of integrated management plans, rules, or orders; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Brandt (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Presented to Governor on May 14, 2025
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NE bill #LB166 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Require the county treasurer to maintain confidentiality of certain persons' residential addresses and change procedures for judicial officeholders to file for retention elections
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies three sections of Nebraska law to enhance privacy protections and modify filing procedures. First, it expands the existing confidentiality provisions for county records, requiring county assessors, registers of deeds, and county treasurers to withhold residential addresses for law enforcement officers, Nebraska National Guard members, and judges who submit a formal application, with the protection lasting five years and renewable. Second, the bill changes procedures for judicial officeholders filing for retention elections by making their written requests to the Secretary of State confidential, though the Secretary of State will still publish a list of judicial officeholders filing for retention that includes their names and districts. Third, the bill updates candidate filing form requirements, maintaining most existing provisions but clarifying that candidate names should reflect how they are commonly known in the community and prohibiting titles or characterizations. An email address remains an optional field on candidate filing forms. These changes aim to protect the personal information of certain public officials while maintaining transparency in the electoral process by ensuring essential information remains accessible.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public records; to amend sections 23-3211 and 24-814, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and section 32-607, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024; to require the county treasurer to maintain confidentiality relating to residential addresses of certain persons; to prohibit the disclosure of certain information filed with the Secretary of State relating to judicial officeholders; to change provisions relating to candidate filing forms; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Jana Hughes (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: President/Speaker signed
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NE bill #LR192 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Interim study to investigate public notice requirements in Nebraska, including those mandated under the Open Meetings Act and the Administrative Procedure Act
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: Interim study to investigate public notice requirements in Nebraska, including those mandated under the Open Meetings Act and the Administrative Procedure Act
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• Introduced: 05/14/2025
• Added: 05/15/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Rita Sanders (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Executive Board
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AL bill #SB236 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Regional Mental Health Authority Boards; to revise membership and qualifications
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the membership and governance of Regional Mental Health Authority Boards, making several key changes to how these boards are structured and operate. The bill modifies the composition of board directors, requiring that each corporation be governed by a board of nine or more members appointed by local governing bodies, with specific provisions for areas served by one or multiple governing bodies. It introduces new requirements for board diversity, mandating that appointments reflect racial, gender, geographic, urban, rural, and economic diversity of the service area. The bill also specifies that board members must be residents of the area they represent and have demonstrated concern for mental health programs. Additionally, it establishes six-year terms for directors, with approximately one-third of terms expiring every two years, and allows appointing authorities to remove members who attend less than half of board meetings. The legislation standardizes meeting requirements, mandating monthly meetings for boards with 16 or fewer members and requiring an executive committee for larger boards. The bill also requires boards to conduct meetings in accordance with the Alabama Open Meetings Act and file their constitution and bylaws with the Alabama Department of Mental Health. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, aiming to improve the representation, accountability, and effectiveness of regional mental health authority boards.
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Bill Summary: Regional Mental Health Authority Boards; to revise membership and qualifications
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 04/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Will Barfoot (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Enacted
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AL bill #HB207 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Office of Information Technology, duties expanded to include cybersecurity and tasks previously performed by Division of Data Systems Management and Telecommunications Division of the Department of Finance
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the responsibilities of the Office of Information Technology (OIT) to include comprehensive cybersecurity oversight and absorbs duties previously managed by the Division of Data Systems Management and Telecommunications Division of the Department of Finance. The bill significantly restructures the office by defining new terms like cybersecurity and telecommunications equipment, and grants the Secretary of Information Technology (also called the Chief Information Officer) extensive powers to manage, coordinate, and regulate technology across state agencies. Key provisions include establishing an inventory of technology resources, managing telecommunications and cybersecurity systems, acting as a centralized approving authority for technology acquisitions, conducting criminal background checks for employees with technology access, and developing strategic technology plans. The bill also creates a revolving fund for telecommunications services, establishes procedures for technology contracts, and provides guidelines for technology procurement and management. Notably, the bill exempts certain entities like educational institutions, public safety communications, and legislative and judicial branches from some requirements, while still offering optional consultation services. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, and represent a comprehensive modernization of the state's approach to information technology and cybersecurity governance.
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Bill Summary: Office of Information Technology, duties expanded to include cybersecurity and tasks previously performed by Division of Data Systems Management and Telecommunications Division of the Department of Finance
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Shaw (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Enacted
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AL bill #SB241 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Crimes and offenses, establishment, development, management, and maintenance of Alabama Criminal Enterprise Database provided for
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Alabama Criminal Enterprise Database (ACED) through the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), creating a comprehensive statewide intelligence system for tracking criminal enterprise members. The database will include information about individuals suspected of criminal conduct who meet specific criteria, such as admitting membership in a criminal enterprise, adopting distinctive dress or hand signs, associating with known members, or having identifying tattoos. Criminal justice agencies can submit and access database information for legitimate law enforcement purposes, but the information is deemed confidential and cannot be publicly disclosed or used as evidence in most legal proceedings. The secretary of ALEA is required to establish rules for database submissions, usage, and potential penalties for rule violations, and must prepare an annual report detailing database submissions, access, prosecutions aided, and demographic information. The database must comply with federal criminal intelligence system operating policies, ensuring that information is relevant and collected according to established standards. The bill aims to provide law enforcement with a tool to track and understand criminal enterprise activities while maintaining strict confidentiality and procedural guidelines. The database will become effective on June 1, 2025, giving agencies time to prepare for its implementation.
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Bill Summary: Crimes and offenses, establishment, development, management, and maintenance of Alabama Criminal Enterprise Database provided for
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lance Bell (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Enacted
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IL bill #HB1836 • Last Action 05/14/2025
EAVESDROP-STATEWIDE GRAND JURY
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes to Illinois law related to criminal investigations, eavesdropping, and statewide grand juries. It expands the ability of the Attorney General to authorize eavesdropping requests from law enforcement, allowing the Attorney General or an authorized Assistant Attorney General to approve such requests for various felony investigations. The bill also modifies the scope of the Statewide Grand Jury, enabling it to investigate and prosecute additional types of crimes, including retail theft, Internet offenses, continuing financial crimes, and offenses involving multiple counties. Additionally, the bill adds methamphetamine trafficking to the list of offenses that can be tried in any county, broadening the jurisdictional flexibility for prosecuting such crimes. These changes are intended to provide law enforcement and prosecutors with more tools to investigate and prosecute complex, multi-county criminal activities, particularly those involving organized crime, drug trafficking, and technology-facilitated offenses.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that the offense of methamphetamine trafficking may be tried in any county. Permits the Attorney General to authorize certain eavesdropping requests from law enforcement. Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963. Permits the Attorney General or an Assistant Attorney General authorized by the Attorney General to authorize an application to a circuit judge or an associate judge assigned by the Chief Judge of the circuit for, and such judge may grant in conformity with the Judicial Supervision of the Use of Eavesdropping Devices Article of the Code, an order authorizing or approving the use of an eavesdropping device by a law enforcement officer or agency having the responsibility for the investigation of any felony under Illinois law where any one party to a conversation to be monitored, or previously monitored in the case of an emergency situation, has consented to such monitoring. Amends the Statewide Grand Jury Act. Provides that a Statewide Grand Jury may investigate, indict, and prosecute theft, retail theft, Internet offenses, continuing financial crimes enterprise, vehicular hijacking, aggravated vehicular hijacking, vehicular invasion, burglary, residential burglary, and home invasion if the offense involves acts occurring in more than one county of the State.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 17 : Mary Beth Canty (D)*, Elgie Sims (D)*, Justin Slaughter (D), Patrick Windhorst (R), Margaret Croke (D), Bob Morgan (D), Eva-Dina Delgado (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Edgar González (D), Terra Costa Howard (D), Marty Moylan (D), Kam Buckner (D), Dan Ugaste (R), Laura Faver Dias (D), Thaddeus Jones (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 54
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Thaddeus Jones
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OR bill #HCR13 • Last Action 05/14/2025
In memoriam: Former state Representative Theodore Ralph Groener.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Honors the life and memory of Ralph Groener. (Flesch Readability Score: 71.8). In memoriam: Former state Representative Theodore Ralph Groener, 1941-2022.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 5 : Annessa Hartman (D)*, Ben Bowman (D), Kevin Mannix (R), Mark Meek (D), Rob Wagner (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Filed with Secretary of State.
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AK bill #HB110 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to streamline social work licensure across participating states. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, and enhance interstate professional mobility for social workers. Key provisions include creating a multistate authorization to practice, which allows licensed social workers to practice in any participating state without obtaining additional licenses. The bill modifies existing Alaska law to define terms like "multistate authorization to practice" and "regulated social worker," and establishes a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to oversee implementation. Social workers seeking a multistate license must meet specific educational and licensing requirements, such as holding an unencumbered license in their home state, passing a qualifying national exam, and completing required supervised practice. The compact also includes robust provisions for information sharing between states, maintaining professional standards, protecting public health, and addressing potential disciplinary actions. The legislation will take effect on January 1, 2026, and allows social workers greater flexibility in practicing across state lines while maintaining rigorous professional standards and regulatory oversight.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to a social work licensure compact; relating to the practice of social work; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 34th Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : Andrew Gray (D)*, Andi Story (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO RULES
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IL bill #HB2568 • Last Action 05/14/2025
TRUST CODE-UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends multiple aspects of Illinois law related to unclaimed property and trust management. It requires trustees to maintain a copy of the governing trust instrument for at least 7 years after a trust's termination. For tax-deferred accounts, such as health savings accounts, the bill reduces the period for presumed abandonment from 30 to 20 years after the account was opened. State agencies must report final compensation owed to a deceased state employee to the Treasurer's Office as unclaimed property if the employee dies while employed. The bill establishes that holders of presumed abandoned property must hold it in trust for the State Treasurer on behalf of the owner. It also creates a new licensing requirement for "finders" - individuals or entities who help locate or recover unclaimed property - mandating that they be licensed by the State Treasurer starting January 1, 2026, and establishing detailed qualifications and regulations for such licensing. Additionally, the bill gives the Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation new authority to order regulated persons to report and remit unclaimed property, and it sets limits on fees that can be charged by finders seeking to help owners recover their property. The overall aim is to improve the management, reporting, and recovery of unclaimed property while protecting the interests of property owners.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Trust Code. Requires a trustee to maintain, for a minimum of 7 years after the termination of the trust, a copy of the governing trust instrument under which the trustee was authorized to act at the time the trust terminated. Amends the Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act. Provides that property held in an account or plan, including a health savings account, that qualifies for tax deferral under the United States income tax law, is presumed abandoned 20 years after the account was opened. Requires State agencies to report final compensation due a State employee to the Treasurer's Office as unclaimed property if the employee dies while employed. Requires a holder who holds property presumed abandoned to hold the property in trust for the benefit of the State Treasurer on behalf of the owner from and after the date the property is presumed abandoned. Requires that the State Treasurer provide written notice to a State agency and the Governor's Office of Management and Budget of property presumed to be abandoned and allegedly owned by the State agency before it can be escheated to the State's General Revenue Fund if the property remains unclaimed after one year. Creates authority for the Secretary of the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to order a regulated person under the Act to immediately report and remit property subject to the Act if the Secretary determines that the action is necessary to protect the interest of an owner. Establishes a procedure regulating agreements between an owner or apparent owner and a finder to locate or recover property held by the State Treasurer. Requires a finder to be licensed by the State Treasurer and creates qualifications to be so licensed. Makes definitions. Makes other changes. The Treasurer is authorized to adopt rules as necessary to implement the Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Diane Blair-Sherlock (D)*, Don Harmon (D)*, Dave Vella (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Eva-Dina Delgado (D), Michelle Mussman (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Assignments Refers to Executive
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TX bill #SB2403 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to the functions and duties of the Texas Ethics Commission.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the functions and duties of the Texas Ethics Commission by making several key changes to how the commission operates and handles ethics complaints. The bill introduces a new three-tier categorization system for violations (Category One for technical or minor infractions, Category Two for intermediate violations, and Category Three for serious violations), and establishes new procedures for handling complaints. It changes the reporting requirements for various financial and campaign documents, allowing more flexibility in filing methods and expanding electronic notification options. The bill also requires the commission to develop a public policy for prioritizing complaint investigations based on factors like violation severity, potential for concealing influence, and the respondent's compliance history. Additionally, the bill modifies the commission's hearing procedures, including allowing respondents to request hearings through the State Office of Administrative Hearings and potentially requiring them to pay associated costs. The bill extends the commission's sunset review to 2037, updates training requirements for commission members, and establishes more transparent guidelines for assessing penalties and sanctions. The changes aim to streamline the ethics complaint process, provide more clarity in enforcement, and ensure more consistent and fair handling of potential ethics violations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the functions and duties of the Texas Ethics Commission.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Mayes Middleton (R)*, César Blanco (D)*, Tan Parker (R)*, Angela Paxton (R)*, Kevin Sparks (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred to State Affairs
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IL bill #HB1443 • Last Action 05/14/2025
HEALTH CARE AVAILABILITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Health Care Availability and Access Board (HAAB) to help manage and control prescription drug costs in Illinois. The board will consist of five members appointed by the Governor, who must have expertise in healthcare economics, pharmaceutical markets, and clinical medicine, and cannot have conflicts of interest with drug manufacturers. The board's primary purpose is to protect state residents, governments, health plans, providers, and pharmacies from high prescription drug prices by conducting affordability reviews of certain medications. These reviews will focus on drugs that meet specific cost thresholds, such as brand-name drugs over $60,000 per year or generic drugs with significant price increases. If the board determines a drug creates affordability challenges, it can establish an upper payment limit, which will apply to all purchases and reimbursements in the state. Notably, the board will adopt the federal Medicare Maximum Fair Price as its standard upper payment limit. The bill also establishes a 15-member Stakeholder Council to provide input to the board, creates a funding mechanism through manufacturer assessments, and requires annual reporting to the state legislature about prescription drug pricing trends and market conditions. Additionally, the bill provides mechanisms for appealing board decisions and allows the Attorney General to enforce the act's provisions.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Health Care Availability and Access Board Act. Establishes the Health Care Availability and Access Board to protect State residents, State and local governments, commercial health plans, health care providers, pharmacies licensed in the State, and other stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products. Contains provisions concerning Board membership and terms; staff for the Board; Board meetings; circumstances under which Board members must recuse themselves; and other matters. Provides that the Board shall perform the following actions in open session: (i) deliberations on whether to subject a prescription drug product to a cost review; and (ii) any vote on whether to impose an upper payment limit on purchases, payments, and payor reimbursements of prescription drug products in the State. Permits the Board to adopt rules to implement the Act and to enter into a contract with a qualified, independent third party for any service necessary to carry out the powers and duties of the Board. Creates the Health Care Availability and Access Stakeholder Council to provide stakeholder input to assist the Board in making decisions as required by the Act. Contains provisions concerning Council membership, member terms, and other matters. Provides that the Board shall adopt the federal Medicare Maximum Fair Price as the upper payment limit for a prescription drug product intended for use by individuals in the State. Prohibits the Board from creating an upper payment limit that is different from the Medicare Maximum Fair Price for the prescription drug product that has a Medicare Maximum Fair Price. Requires the Board to implement an upper payment limit that is the same as the Medicare Maximum Fair Price no sooner than the Medicare implementation date. Provides that Medicare Part C and D plans are not required to reimburse at the upper payment limit. Provides that the Attorney General may enforce the Act and may pursue any available remedy under State law when enforcing the Act. Effective 180 days after becoming law.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 23 : Nabeela Syed (D)*, Katie Stuart (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Theresa Mah (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Gregg Johnson (D), Camille Lilly (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Anna Moeller (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Dee Avelar (D), La Shawn Ford (D), Joyce Mason (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Joyce Mason
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OK bill #SB912 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Space Industry Development Act; modifying number of members of the Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission; providing for certain Commission to become Board of Directors of the Space Industry Development Authority. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Act by making several key changes to the state's aerospace and aeronautics governance structure. The bill increases the Oklahoma Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission from seven to nine members, with seven members appointed by the Governor, one by the Senate President Pro Tempore, and one by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. The two new members must have at least three years of experience in the commercial space industry, a space agency, or space administration. Importantly, the bill transforms the existing Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission into the Board of Directors of the Space Industry Development Authority, effectively merging the two entities. The Director of the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics will now serve as the chief executive officer of the Space Industry Development Authority, and all personnel of the Authority will be transferred to the Department. The bill also updates various statutory references, definitions, and administrative procedures related to the space industry development, and includes provisions to ensure the separate accounting of funds between the Department and the Authority. Additionally, the bill recodifies numerous sections of existing law and repeals a section related to the activation of the Space Industry Development Authority, with the changes set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 912 By: Rosino and Haste of the Senate and Archer, Blancett, and Menz of the House An Act relating to the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Act; amending 3 O.S. 2021, Section 84, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 126, O.S.L. 2023 (3 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 84), which relates to the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics Act; modifying number of members of the Oklahoma Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission; granting certain appointing authority to President Pro Tempore of the Senate and Speaker of the House of Representatives; providing qualifications for certain members of Commission; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 5202, 5204, 5205, 5207, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 222, O.S.L. 2023, 5208.1, 5209, 5219, 5220, 5225, 5226, 5227, 5228, 5229, 5231, 5234, and 5235 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 5207), which relate to the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Act; defining terms; providing for certain Commission to become Board of Directors of the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority; allowing certain authority to contract with certain department for certain purposes; designating Executive Director of certain department as chief executive officer of certain authority; repealing 74 O.S. 2021, Section 5206, which relates to the activation of the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; providing for recodification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Oklahoma Space Industry Development Act
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Paul Rosino (R)*, Nick Archer (R)*, Meloyde Blancett (D), Annie Menz (D), John Haste (R)
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Sent to Governor
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IL bill #HB2335 • Last Action 05/14/2025
VEH CD-VARIOUS
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Illinois Vehicle Code. It clarifies that "expanded-use antique vehicle" does not include commercial vehicles or farm trucks. The bill allows entities or vendors providing services to the Secretary of State to prescribe forms for vehicle-related applications, with the Secretary's authorization. It introduces new confidentiality protections for personal information submitted in vehicle title and registration applications, such as photographs, signatures, social security numbers, and medical information, specifying limited circumstances under which such information can be disclosed. The bill modifies the registration process by extending the validity of printed registration proofs to 30 days from either the previous registration's expiration or the purchase date of a new registration sticker. For antique vehicles, the registration fee is reduced to $6 per registration year. Additionally, the bill shortens the notice period for vehicle registration suspension due to lack of insurance from 45 to 30 days, requiring owners to provide proof of insurance or an exemption within that timeframe. These changes aim to streamline vehicle registration processes, protect personal information, and ensure proper insurance coverage for vehicles in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that "expanded-use antique vehicle" does not include a commercial vehicle or a farm truck. Provides that any entity or vendor providing services to or on behalf of the Secretary of State may also prescribe or provide suitable forms for applications, certificates of title, registration cards, driver's licenses, and such other forms requisite or deemed necessary to carry out the Act to the extent authorized by the Secretary and upon approval of the Secretary. Provides that, except for specified persons, an individual's photograph or image, signature, social security number, personal email address, and medical or disability information as may be submitted to the Secretary for purposes of a vehicle title and registration application shall be confidential and shall not be disclosed. Provides that the printed proof of registration is valid for 30 days from the expiration of the previous registration sticker's or digital registration sticker's date or 30 days from the purchase date of the new registration sticker or digital registration sticker, whichever occurs later. Provides that the owner of an antique vehicle may register such vehicle for a fee not to exceed $6 per registration year (rather than $13 for a 2-year antique plate). Provides that if the Secretary determines that an owner has registered or maintained the registration of a motor vehicle without a liability insurance policy, the Secretary shall notify the owner that such owner's vehicle registration shall be suspended 30 (rather than 45) days after the date of the mailing of the notice unless the owner within 30 days furnishes proof of insurance in effect on the verification date or provides an exemption from the mandatory insurance requirements. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Michael Kelly (D)*, Don Harmon (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 03/18/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Assignments Refers to Executive
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WI bill #AB45 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Ratification of the Dietitian Licensure Compact. (FE)
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies and enters Wisconsin into the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which is an interstate agreement designed to facilitate the practice of dietetics across multiple states. The key provisions include creating a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, which will manage the compact's operations, establish rules, and oversee a coordinated data system. The compact allows dietitians to obtain a "compact privilege" that enables them to practice in other member states without obtaining multiple individual state licenses. To be eligible, dietitians must meet specific requirements, such as holding an unencumbered license in their home state, paying applicable fees, and meeting jurisprudence requirements of the remote state. The bill establishes a comprehensive framework for interstate practice, including provisions for maintaining professional standards, reporting adverse actions, and ensuring public safety. The compact becomes effective once seven states have enacted it, and member states can participate fully while retaining their individual regulatory authority. The bill also creates mechanisms for dispute resolution, disciplinary actions, and the potential removal of states that fail to comply with the compact's requirements.
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Bill Summary: This bill ratifies and enters Wisconsin into the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which provides for the ability of a dietitian to become eligible to practice in other compact states. Significant provisions of the compact include the following: 1. The creation of a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, which includes the primary administrators of the licensure authorities of each member state. The commission has various powers and duties granted in the compact, including establishing bylaws, promulgating rules for the compact, appointing officers and hiring employees, and establishing and electing an executive committee. The commission may levy on and collect an annual assessment from each member state or impose fees on licensees to whom it grants a compact privilege to cover the cost of the operations and activities of the commission and its staff. 2. The ability for a dietitian to obtain a Xcompact privilege,Y which allows a dietitian to practice dietetics in another compact state (remote state) if the dietitian satisfies certain criteria. The compact specifies a number of requirements in order for a dietitian to exercise a compact privilege, including holding an unencumbered dietitian license in a home state and paying any fees and meeting any jurisprudence requirements that may be imposed by a remote state. A dietitian practicing in a remote state under a compact privilege must adhere to the laws and regulations of that state. A remote state may, in accordance with that state[s laws, take adverse action against a licensee[s compact privilege within that state. If a dietitian[s license is encumbered, the dietitian loses the compact privilege in all remote states until certain criteria are satisfied. If a dietitian[s compact privilege in any remote state is removed, the dietitian may lose the compact privilege in all other remote states until certain criteria are satisfied. 3. The ability of member states to issue subpoenas that are enforceable in other states. 4. The creation of a coordinated data system containing licensure and disciplinary action information on dietitians. The compact requires member states to report adverse actions against licensees and to monitor the data system to determine whether adverse actions have been taken against licensees. A member state must submit a uniform data set to the data system on all individuals to whom the compact is applicable as required by the rules of the commission. 5. Provisions regarding resolutions of disputes between member states and between member and nonmember states, including a process for termination of a state[s membership in the compact if the state defaults on its obligations under the compact. The compact becomes effective in this state upon its enactment in seven states. The compact provides that it may be amended upon enactment of an amendment by all member states. A state may withdraw from the compact by repealing the statute authorizing the compact, but the compact provides that a withdrawal does not take effect until 180 days after the effective date of that repeal. For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 26 : Robert Brooks (R)*, Calvin Callahan (R)*, Barbara Dittrich (R)*, Mike Bare (D)*, Cindi Duchow (R)*, Rick Gundrum (R)*, Brent Jacobson (R)*, Alex Joers (D)*, Dan Knodl (R)*, Scott Krug (R)*, Jerry O'Connor (R)*, John Spiros (R)*, Lisa Subeck (D)*, Paul Tittl (R)*, Randy Udell (D)*, Robyn Vining (D)*, Chuck Wichgers (R)*, Patrick Testin (R), Dan Feyen (R), Tim Carpenter (D), Jodi Habush Sinykin (D), Dianne Hesselbein (D), Jesse James (R), Howard Marklein (R), Mark Spreitzer (D), Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Available for scheduling
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IL bill #HB3078 • Last Action 05/14/2025
DHS-HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses several aspects of healthcare, disability services, and administrative procedures in the state of Illinois. Here's a summary of its key provisions: This bill makes several changes to various state laws. In the Department of Human Services Act, it modifies provisions related to the Inspector General's role in investigating allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in mental health and developmental disabilities facilities. Regarding the Autism Research Checkoff Fund, the bill provides for transferring the remaining balance to the Autism Awareness Fund by July 1, 2025, and dissolving the fund on January 1, 2026. The bill establishes a new Illinois Center for Rehabilitation and Education-Wood to serve individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind and seeking competitive integrated employment. In the School Code, it extends early intervention services for children with special needs who have been found eligible for early childhood special education services, particularly for children whose birthdays fall between May 1 and August 31. The bill also makes several technical amendments to various other acts, including adding "advanced practice psychiatric nurse" to definitions in multiple healthcare-related laws and modifying provisions related to mental health reporting and firearm ownership. Additionally, it repeals some specific sections of the State Finance Act and Illinois Income Tax Act. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes: Further amends the Department of Human Services Act. Removes a repealer provision concerning the creation of the Autism Research Checkoff Fund. Instead provides that, on July 1, 2025, or as soon thereafter as practical, the State Comptroller shall direct and the State Treasurer shall transfer the remaining balance from the Autism Research Checkoff Fund into the Autism Awareness Fund. Provides that upon completion of the transfers, the Autism Research Checkoff Fund is dissolved, and any future deposits due to that Fund and any outstanding obligations or liabilities of that Fund shall pass to the Autism Awareness Fund. Provides that the provision creating the Autism Research Checkoff Fund is repealed on January 1, 2026. Amends the Department of Early Childhood Act. Extends early intervention services to children who have been found eligible for early childhood special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and have an individualized education program. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Camille Lilly (D)*, Mattie Hunter (D)*, Dave Koehler (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading May 15, 2025
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CA bill #AB8 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Cannabis: cannabinoids: industrial hemp.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to California's cannabis regulatory framework, focusing on industrial hemp and cannabinoid products. Beginning January 1, 2028, the bill will expand the definition of cannabis products to include industrial hemp that has undergone processing to concentrate cannabinoids, subjecting these products to the same regulatory requirements as cannabis, including track and trace systems, testing, transportation safety, and quality assurance standards. The legislation prohibits licensees from selling inhalable cannabis products containing cannabinoids derived from industrial hemp or synthetic cannabinoids, and requires out-of-state hemp manufacturers producing food or beverage products to register with the state. The bill also modifies cannabis taxation, maintaining a 15% excise tax rate until January 1, 2033, and gives state and local law enforcement agencies expanded authority to inspect, seize, and destroy cannabis products that do not comply with regulatory standards. Additionally, the legislation introduces new restrictions on retailers selling cigarettes or tobacco products, preventing them from possessing or selling cannabis products not authorized under existing laws, with potential penalties including fines and license suspension or revocation. The bill aims to integrate industrial hemp products into the existing cannabis regulatory system while ensuring public safety and maintaining consistent taxation and quality control standards.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 26001, 26002, 26015, 26031.6, 26036, 26038, 26039.4, 26039.6, 26051.5, 26060, 26067, 26070, 26070.2, 26080, 26100, 26110, 26152, and 26200 of, and to add Sections 22980.6 and 26000.5 to, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 11018.1, 11018.5, 11357.5, 11361, and 111923.3 of the Health and Safety Code, and to amend Sections 34010, 34011.2, 34013, 34013.1, and 34014 of, and to amend and add Section 34016 of, the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to cannabinoids, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 12/02/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Hearing postponed by committee.
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CA bill #AB1504 • Last Action 05/14/2025
California Massage Therapy Council.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to the California Massage Therapy Council's governance, procedures, and regulatory authority. The bill changes the council's board composition by removing the appointment of a member by the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges and requiring the California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools to appoint a representative from an approved massage school. It also adds an additional board member who is a certified massage therapist or practitioner. The bill limits the total annual compensation for council employees or contractors to the annual salary of certain state officers and provides the council more discretionary power in investigating applicant credentials. The legislation expands the council's reporting requirements, mandating notification of changes in legal name and primary email address for certificate holders. The bill also broadens the council's ability to share information with law enforcement and government agencies, including details about certificate holders and massage establishments. Additionally, the bill specifies new grounds for denying or disciplining certificate holders, such as mental health assessments and findings of not guilty by reason of insanity. The bill requires more transparent public participation in council decision-making processes, mandates that meetings be governed by Robert's Rules of Order, and extends the Massage Therapy Act's sunset date from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2030. Lastly, the bill clarifies that the council's records are subject to the California Public Records Act, ensuring greater transparency and public access to information.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 4600.5, 4602, 4608, 4609, 4610, 4614, 4615, and 4621 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to healing arts.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Business and Professions, Marc Berman (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: From committee: Do pass. (Ayes 15. Noes 0.) (May 14).
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CA bill #AB84 • Last Action 05/14/2025
School accountability: Office of the Education Inspector General: school financial and performance audits: charter school authorization, oversight, operations, and contracting: data systems.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance school accountability, oversight, and financial transparency across local educational agencies, particularly charter schools. It establishes the Office of the Education Inspector General to conduct audits and investigations of educational programs and operations, and introduces several key provisions to improve fiscal management and educational oversight. The bill requires more rigorous financial auditing standards, including mandatory continuing education for auditors, enhanced reporting requirements, and stricter oversight of charter school finances and operations. It phases in new reporting requirements for charter schools based on their average daily attendance, limits the size of nonclassroom-based charter schools that a school district can authorize, and creates a Charter Authorizing Support Team program to develop uniform charter school authorizing practices. The bill also addresses teacher credentialing, independent study programs, and prohibits certain financial practices by charter schools. Additionally, it requires more comprehensive tracking of educator assignments and misassignments, and establishes an advisory committee on charter schools. The legislative intent is to promote accountability, prevent fraud, and ensure that public educational funds are used efficiently and effectively for student education.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1240, 14500, 14501, 14503, 14504, 14504.2, 14505, 14506, 14507, 14508, 14509, 17604, 17605, 41020, 41020.2, 41020.3, 41020.5, 41020.8, 41341, 41344.4, 41372, 44258.9, 45037, 47604.32, 47605, 47605.6, 47612.5, 47612.7, 47613, 47634.2, 51745.6, 51746, 51748, and 60119 of, to add Sections 33309.5, 41020.4, 47604.35, 47605.8, 47605.10, 47609, 47613.3, and 51749.7 to, and to add and repeal Section 46306 of, the Education Code, and to amend Section 20110 of the Public Contract Code, relating to school accountability.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 03/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Robert Garcia (D)*, Al Muratsuchi (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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CA bill #AB408 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Physician Health and Wellness Program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive Physician Health and Wellness Program for the Medical Board of California to support, treat, monitor, and rehabilitate healthcare professionals with impairing physical or mental health conditions that could potentially impact their ability to practice safely. The program will be administered by a nonprofit third-party entity and will provide confidential services for physicians, surgeons, and other licensed healthcare professionals, including applicants, trainees, and students. Key provisions include creating a system for early identification of health issues, offering intervention and treatment services, and providing a mechanism for voluntary participation in lieu of disciplinary action. The bill mandates that a licensee who believes another licensee may be impaired must report them, while protecting the confidentiality of the reporting individual. The program will be exempt from certain uniform standards and will maintain strict confidentiality of participant records, with limited exceptions for specific reporting requirements. The bill also establishes advisory committees to assist the board, allows for grant funding, and requires annual reporting to the Legislature about the program's funding and operations. Importantly, the program is designed to support healthcare professionals in maintaining their ability to practice safely while addressing potential health challenges, with a focus on rehabilitation rather than punitive measures.
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Bill Summary: An act to repeal and add Article 14 (commencing with Section 2340) of Chapter 5 of Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to healing arts.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 03/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Marc Berman (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Hearing postponed by committee.
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IL bill #HB3253 • Last Action 05/14/2025
PROP TX-HOMESTEAD
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to property tax laws in Illinois, focusing on homestead exemptions and tax deferrals for seniors. Specifically, the bill introduces a new requirement that starting July 1, 2026, any proposed bill to create or modify a homestead exemption must include an impact statement prepared by the bill's sponsor. This statement must outline the policy purpose, explain potential effects on different taxing districts, and suggest optional funding sources to replace any additional taxpayer burdens. For the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, the bill increases the maximum income limitation to $85,000 for the 2025 tax year and establishes a cost-of-living adjustment mechanism for subsequent years, using the Consumer Price Index with a cap of 3% annual increase. The bill also allows county clerks to create and administer payment plans for tax certificates during the redemption period, potentially waiving interest penalties. Additionally, the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act is amended to adjust maximum household income limits, raising the threshold to $95,000 for the 2025 tax year and implementing a similar cost-of-living adjustment for future years. These changes aim to provide more flexible and accessible property tax relief for senior citizens in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, on and after July 1, 2026, any bill to amend an existing homestead exemption or to create a new homestead exemption shall include the submission of an impact statement prepared by the sponsor of the bill. Provides that the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption shall be $85,000 for taxable year 2025 and shall be subject to a cost-of-living adjustment in subsequent years. Provides that, for any tax certificates held by a county, the county clerk may create and administer a payment plan during the redemption period. Amends the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act. Makes changes concerning the maximum household income. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 14 : Mary Beth Canty (D)*, Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Lisa Davis (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Anna Moeller (D), Camille Lilly (D), Dee Avelar (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D), Martha Deuter (D), Lisa Hernandez (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Elizabeth "Lisa" Hernandez
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IL bill #HB3363 • Last Action 05/14/2025
STATE PUBLIC DEFENDER
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive State Public Defender system in Illinois, creating an independent agency within the judicial branch to ensure high-quality legal representation for individuals who cannot afford counsel. The bill creates a State Public Defender position appointed by the State Public Defender Commission, who will have broad responsibilities including providing resources to county public defender offices, establishing training programs, and advocating for adequate court system funding. A key provision requires the State Public Defender to initiate a survey within the first year to determine the number of employees providing public defense services in the state. The bill also establishes a State Public Defender Commission composed of 11 members from various backgrounds to oversee the office, and introduces a new process for selecting Chief County Public Defenders through a Local Nominating Committee. Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of performance metrics to assess indigent defense services and ensure compliance with constitutional requirements, including collecting detailed data about public defender offices, case loads, staffing, and resources. The legislation aims to improve the quality and consistency of public defense across Illinois by creating more standardized systems, increasing transparency, and providing additional support for public defenders at both the state and county levels.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with changes. In the State Public Defender Act, provides that the State Public Defender may ensure access to a digital discovery storage management system, case management software, and legal research subscriptions for each public defender office, taking into consideration compatibility with existing county and State-based systems. Provides that the State Public Defender shall collaborate with other court stakeholders to advocate for adequate funding of court systems. Provides that within the first year of the initial State Public Defender's term, the State Public Defender shall initiate a survey to determine the number of employees and contractors providing public defense services in the state and the types and numbers of matters they are handling. Changes the process for the selection of the Chief County Public Defender. Establishes additional duties for the State Public Defender and the State Public Defender Commission. Makes other changes. Amends the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Act. Provides that the State Public Defender Commission shall identify and implement a system of performance metrics to assess the provision of indigent defense services in the State relative to the standards established by the Commission under the State Public Defender Act and national standards and benchmarks to ensure the State of Illinois complies with its obligations under the Sixth Amendment of the United States Constitution. Amends various other Acts to make conforming changes. Adds an immediate effective date to the bill.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 39 : Dave Vella (D)*, Robert Peters (D)*, Kevin Olickal (D), Justin Slaughter (D), Lisa Davis (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Eva-Dina Delgado (D), Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Dee Avelar (D), Dan Didech (D), Katie Stuart (D), Rick Ryan (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Martha Deuter (D), Margaret Croke (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Natalie Manley (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Marcus Evans (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Marty Moylan (D), Terra Costa Howard (D), Michael Kelly (D), Bill Cunningham (D), Willie Preston (D), Cristina Castro (D), Laura Ellman (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Karina Villa (D), Mike Simmons (D), Rob Martwick (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Mark Walker (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 70
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Added as Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Willie Preston
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TX bill #SB1267 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to certificates of number and certificates of title issued by and records kept by the Parks and Wildlife Department; creating a criminal offense.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code's regulations regarding vessel and outboard motor certificates of number and certificates of title, introducing several significant changes. The bill comprehensively redefines key terms related to vessel ownership, updates requirements for transferring vessel ownership, and establishes new procedures for documenting and tracking vessel titles. It modifies timeframes for title transfers (reducing them from 45 to 20 days), expands definitions of vessels and ownership scenarios, and creates new provisions for handling electronic certificates of title. The bill introduces a new requirement for disclosing "hull damaged" vessels during ownership transfers, with potential criminal penalties for non-compliance. It also establishes more detailed rules about security interests, perfection of titles, and transfer processes, drawing heavily from the Business and Commerce Code. The legislation aims to modernize and clarify the state's approach to vessel documentation, providing more precise guidelines for dealers, manufacturers, owners, and secured parties involved in vessel transactions. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2028, allowing ample time for stakeholders to understand and prepare for the new regulations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to certificates of number and certificates of title issued by and records kept by the Parks and Wildlife Department; creating a criminal offense.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Carol Alvarado (D)*, Cody Vasut (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 50
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Signed in the Senate
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CA bill #AB1496 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Cannabis task force.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill reestablishes a cannabis task force designed to improve communication and cooperation between state and local entities regulating commercial cannabis activities. The task force will include representatives from various state agencies like the Department of Cannabis Control, California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, Department of Fish and Wildlife, and others, as well as local jurisdictions and tribal governmental entities that choose to participate. The task force will meet twice per fiscal year via teleconference, discussing topics such as enforcement against the illicit cannabis market, social equity programs, licensing requirements, and labor compliance. Notably, the bill explicitly exempts the task force meetings from the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act and the Ralph M. Brown Act, which typically require public governmental meetings to be open and transparent. The rationale for this exemption is to protect the integrity of ongoing and potential administrative, civil, and criminal investigations related to cannabis regulation, allowing task force members to share sensitive information more freely without compromising investigative efforts. This bill builds upon previous legislation that established a similar task force, which was set to expire on January 1, 2025, and now adds tribal governmental entities to the potential participant list.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 26203 to the Business and Professions Code, relating to cannabis.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blanca Rubio (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on B. P. & E.D. and JUD.
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CA bill #AB95 • Last Action 05/14/2025
California Education Interagency Council.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the California Education Interagency Council within the Government Operations Agency to improve coordination between education and workforce development systems. The council will be composed of key state education and workforce leaders, including representatives from the State Board of Education, University of California, California State University, California Community Colleges, and workforce development agencies. The council's primary goals include evaluating workforce and economic changes, aligning education and employment systems, supporting adult skill development, and coordinating regional education and workforce needs. The bill requires the council to adopt a strategic plan every six years, create biennial work plans, and submit reports to the Governor and Legislature on their activities and recommendations. Additionally, the bill establishes an Office of the California Education Interagency Council to serve as a neutral administrative body supporting the council's work. The council will be tasked with developing mechanisms to engage with industry, create student pathway recommendations, review educational and employment data, and provide advice on education and workforce issues. Importantly, the council will act in an advisory capacity, and its recommendations will not be automatically implemented without future legislative action. The bill specifies that implementation is subject to an appropriation in the annual budget.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 12.5 (commencing with Section 11900) to Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, relating to the California Education Interagency Council.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 04/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Fong (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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IL bill #HB3522 • Last Action 05/14/2025
UNI DIRECT ADMISSION PROGRAM
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Public University Direct Admission Program Act, which aims to simplify the college application process for Illinois high school students and community college transfer students. Beginning with the 2027-2028 academic year, the Board of Higher Education will establish a direct admission program that automatically offers admission to qualified students at public universities and community colleges based on their grade point average. Each public university must provide its admission standards by March 1 each year, and the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will use school district data to identify eligible students. The bill also includes a preselection outreach campaign targeting high school juniors and seniors, specifically encouraging them to apply to the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The program is designed to increase access to higher education for historically underserved students, including first-generation college students, low-income students, students of color, and students from rural communities. Additionally, the bill requires school districts to provide student directory information to higher education institutions to help inform students about educational opportunities. The Board of Higher Education must submit annual reports on the program's implementation and impact, with the first report due by August 1, 2029.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Public University Direct Admission Program Act. Provides that, beginning with the 2027-2028 academic year, the Board of Higher Education, in collaboration with the Illinois Community College Board, the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, and the State Board of Education, shall establish and administer a direct admission program. Requires each public university in the direct admission program to identify and provide its grade point average standards for general admission for first time admission and for transfer students to the Illinois Student Assistance Commission by March 1 of each year. Provides that, beginning July 1, 2026 and each July 1 thereafter, the Illinois Student Assistance Commission shall use data collected from school districts to determine which students meet the standards for general admission and provide the data to the Board of Higher Education. Provides that, beginning with the 2027-2028 academic year, the Board of Higher Education, in collaboration with the Illinois Student Assistance Commission and the State Board of Education, shall develop, in consultation with the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a preselection outreach campaign to encourage qualifying State high school juniors and seniors to apply to the University of Illinois at Chicago or the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Requires the Board of Higher Education to submit a report on the direct admission program and the preselection outreach campaign to the Governor and General Assembly by August 1, 2029 and each August 1 thereafter. Amends the School Code. Requires a school board to provide access to high school student directory information and each student's email address and grade point average to the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, and each public institution of higher education for the purpose of informing students of educational and career opportunities.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 20 : Katie Stuart (D)*, Christopher Belt (D)*, Dan Swanson (R), Sharon Chung (D), Terra Costa Howard (D), Norine Hammond (R), Maura Hirschauer (D), Michael Kelly (D), Wayne Rosenthal (R), Joyce Mason (D), Maurice West (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Aarón Ortíz (D), Martha Deuter (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Michael Crawford (D), Rick Ryan (D), Chris Welch (D), Sue Scherer (D), Graciela Guzmán (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 59
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Graciela Guzmán
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IL bill #HB3438 • Last Action 05/14/2025
TRANSPORTATION-VARIOUS
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to transportation-related laws in Illinois. First, it requires the Department of Transportation to develop and implement a life-cycle cost analysis for new road construction, reconstruction, or replacement projects costing over $500,000, with the goal of using materials that have the lowest long-term expenses. Second, it modifies the composition of an advisory committee overseeing a residential sound insulation program related to aircraft noise, specifically stipulating that a Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division employee can only vote to break ties when determining which homes have windows or doors causing offensive odors. Third, the bill changes crash reporting requirements so that all crash reports must be electronically submitted to the Administrator using an approved electronic format, replacing the previous option of using paper forms. The bill will take effect immediately for most provisions, except for the crash reporting changes, which will become effective on January 1, 2027. These modifications aim to improve transportation infrastructure planning, address residential noise mitigation, and modernize crash reporting processes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Department of Transportation Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Provides that the Department of Transportation shall develop and implement a life-cycle costs analysis for each new construction, reconstruction, or replacement road project, except for State rehabilitation and preservation projects, under its jurisdiction for which the total pavement costs exceed $500,000. Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that the employee of the Aeronautics Division of the Department of Transportation who is a member of the advisory committee that determines which homes contain windows or doors that cause offensive odors and thus are eligible for replacement shall only cast a vote when breaking a tie. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that every crash report required to be made in writing must be electronically submitted to the Administrator using an electronic format approved by the Administrator (rather than made on an approved form or in an approved electronic format provided by the Administrator). Makes conforming changes. Effective immediately, except that the changes made to the Illinois Vehicle Code are effective January 1, 2027.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Jaime Andrade (D)*, Don Harmon (D)*, Marcus Evans (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Dave Vella (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Natalie Manley (D), Marty Moylan (D), Katie Stuart (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Assignments Refers to Executive
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NY bill #S01490 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Updates the fee collected by county clerks and clerks for the city of New York for deposit into the cultural education account from $15 to $25; increases the amount retained by the county or city from $0.75 to $1.00.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates the fees collected by county clerks and New York City clerks when recording certain legal documents. Specifically, the bill increases the additional fee for recording and indexing instruments from $15 to $25, with a corresponding change in the amount retained by the county or city. Previously, county clerks would deduct 75 cents from this fee, and now they will deduct $1.00. These fees are deposited into two specific funds: the New York state local government records management improvement fund (which receives 25 cents) and the cultural education account (which will now receive $24 instead of $14). The bill applies to both county clerks across New York state and the register of New York City, ensuring consistent fee collection and fund allocation. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill becomes law, providing a standard implementation period for local government offices to adjust their fee collection processes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the civil practice law and rules and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to updating the fee collected by county clerks for deposit into the cultural education account
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Patricia Fahy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/10/2025
• Last Action: ADVANCED TO THIRD READING
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NY bill #S01239 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Enacts the "food safety and chemical disclosure act"; prohibits certain food additives and food color additives; provides that in an action to enforce compliance, the recognition by the federal food and drug administration of any of these substances as safe may not be alleged as a defense; establishes requirements for the reporting of GRAS (generally recognized as safe) substances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Food Safety and Chemical Disclosure Act," which introduces several significant regulations regarding food additives and substances. The bill prohibits the manufacture, sale, and distribution of specific food additives and color additives, including FD&C Red No. 3, Potassium bromate, and Propylparaben, one year after the law's effective date. It also restricts the sale of foods containing certain synthetic color additives (such as FD&C Red No. 40 and Yellow No. 5) in public schools, with some limited exceptions for sales off-premises or after school hours. The bill establishes comprehensive reporting requirements for "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) substances, mandating that companies submit detailed reports about these substances to the state commissioner, including information about their safety, dietary exposure, and manufacturing processes. The commissioner will be required to create a public, searchable database of these GRAS substances, with provisions for updating safety information and redacting trade secrets. Small businesses employing ten or fewer people are exempt from many of these reporting requirements. The law aims to increase transparency about food additives and provide additional consumer protection by more closely scrutinizing the substances added to food products.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the agriculture and markets law and the education law, in relation to enacting the "food safety and chemical disclosure act"
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 13 : Brian Kavanagh (D)*, Luis Sepúlveda (D), Cordell Cleare (D), Patricia Fahy (D), Kristen Gonzalez (D), Brad Hoylman (D), Robert Jackson (D), Rachel May (D), Zellnor Myrie (D), Peter Oberacker (R), Christopher Ryan (D), Bill Weber (R), Alexis Weik (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO HEALTH
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CA bill #AB1503 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Pharmacy.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates California's pharmacy laws to expand pharmacists' roles, enhance regulatory oversight, and modify licensing and operational requirements. It establishes the California State Board of Pharmacy as having exclusive authority to interpret and enforce pharmacy regulations, extends the board's sunset date to January 1, 2030, and creates a new Pharmacy Technician Advisory Committee to provide recommendations on pharmacy technician matters. The bill significantly expands pharmacists' scope of practice, allowing them to prescribe dangerous devices, furnish preventative medications, complete prescription information, adjust prescription drug treatments, and provide clinical advice. It also increases the ratio of pharmacy technicians to pharmacists from 1:1 to 4:1, modifies requirements for nonresident pharmacies, updates licensing and renewal processes for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, and introduces new provisions for self-assessment and record-keeping. Additionally, the bill establishes new requirements for reporting medication errors, changes terminology from "advanced practice pharmacist" to "advanced pharmacist practitioner," and introduces provisions to waive application fees for pharmacies in medically underserved areas. The bill aims to modernize pharmacy practice, improve patient care, and enhance regulatory oversight of pharmacies and pharmacists in California.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 4001, 4003, 4016.5, 4036, 4037, 4038, 4040, 4050, 4051, 4052, 4052.6, 4064, 4064.5, 4067, 4081, 4105, 4111, 4113, 4113.1, 4113.6, 4115, 4115.5, 4118.5, 4200.5, 4202.6, 4210, 4211, 4233, 4303, 4317.5, and 4400 of, to amend and renumber Section 4052.7 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 4112 of, to add Sections 4001.5, 4014, 4040.6, 4067.1, 4102, and 4317.6 to, and to repeal Sections 4052.01, 4052.02, 4052.03, 4052.1, 4052.2, 4052.3, 4052.4, 4052.5, 4052.8, 4052.9, 4073, 4073.5 and 4119.3 of, the Business and Professions Code, relating to healing arts.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Business and Professions, Marc Berman (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Hearing postponed by committee.
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ME bill #LD808 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An Act to Require School Boards and Governing Bodies of Approved Private Schools to Implement Wearable Panic Alert Systems
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires school boards and approved private schools to implement wearable panic alert systems in each school building starting in the 2026-2027 school year. A wearable panic alert system is defined as a network of devices that can transmit emergency calls and notifications to local response agencies. The bill mandates that these systems must be capable of integrating with 9-1-1 infrastructure and initiating campuswide lockdown notifications. Each staff member must be provided with a panic alert device and receive annual training on its use. Schools are required to ensure that all security data, including camera footage and building maps, are accessible to local law enforcement agencies. The bill also classifies records related to physical security and fire safety as confidential, with limited exceptions for disclosure to property owners, law enforcement, other government agencies, and through court orders. The state department is authorized to develop routine technical rules to implement these requirements, providing a framework for schools to enhance emergency response capabilities and safety protocols.
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Bill Summary: This bill requires, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, a school board or a governing body of an approved private school to implement at each school building a wearable panic alert system that is capable of integrating with local public safety answering point infrastructure to transmit a 9-1-1 call and initiating a campuswide lockdown notification. It directs a school board or a governing body of an approved private school to provide each staff person in a school building with a wearable panic alert device and training on the use of the device. It requires each school board and approved private school governing body to ensure that all security data within a school building are accessible by a local law enforcement agency. It stipulates that records related to physical security or fire safety are not public records pursuant to the Freedom of Access Act but does provide for certain disclosures.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Anne-Marie Mastraccio (D)*, Ed Crockett (D), Janice Dodge (D), Henry Ingwersen (D), Amy Kuhn (D), Michele Meyer (D), Kelly Noonan Murphy (D), Joe Rafferty (D), Morgan Rielly (D), Holly Sargent (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
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IL bill #HB0742 • Last Action 05/14/2025
REGULATION-TECH
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Digital Assets and Consumer Protection Act, establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital asset businesses operating in Illinois. The legislation requires digital asset businesses to obtain a registration from the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, mandates robust consumer protections, and imposes strict compliance and reporting requirements. Key provisions include requiring covered persons to provide clear customer disclosures, maintain custody and protection of customer assets, implement cybersecurity and anti-fraud programs, and undergo regular examinations. The bill also creates a new category of Special Purpose Trust Companies to provide fiduciary custodial services for digital assets. The legislation aims to protect residents by ensuring digital asset businesses operate transparently, securely, and with appropriate financial safeguards, while promoting responsible innovation in the digital asset sector. The bill includes a transition period, with full implementation expected by January 2027, and grants the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation extensive powers to regulate, investigate, and enforce compliance with the new digital asset business regulations.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Digital Assets and Consumer Protection Act. Provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation shall regulate digital asset business activity in the State. Sets forth provisions concerning: applicability; the powers and duties of the Department; funds; customer protections; custody and protection of customer assets; covered exchanges; compliance; registration; supervision; records; additional procedural provisions; confidentiality; violations; enforcement; rulemaking authority; and severability. Creates the Special Purpose Trust Company Article in the Corporate Fiduciary Act. Sets forth provisions concerning certificates of authority; rulemaking and organization; certificates of authority for foreign corporate fiduciaries; eligibility; fees; and certificates of reciprocity. Makes other changes to various Acts. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Edgar González (D)*, Mark Walker (D)*, Amy Briel (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Mike Simmons (D), Laura Ellman (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Adriane Johnson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Adriane Johnson
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IL bill #SB0019 • Last Action 05/14/2025
PRB-ADMIN CHANGES
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant administrative changes to various aspects of Illinois' criminal justice system, focusing on improving victim services and rights. The bill establishes a new Director of Victim and Witness Services under the Prisoner Review Board, who will be responsible for ensuring victims receive appropriate notifications and have opportunities to provide impact statements. The bill modifies the composition of the Prisoner Review Board, requiring that 7 members have at least 5 years of experience in law enforcement, prosecution, or judicial roles. Additionally, the bill expands victim rights by allowing crime victims to file protective orders even if the offender is currently incarcerated, and mandates that the Prisoner Review Board provide more detailed information about parole and release decisions. The Attorney General is also required to conduct an internal review of the witness notification system and submit recommendations to the General Assembly by July 1, 2026. The bill further requires more comprehensive training for Prisoner Review Board members, including education on topics like domestic violence, racial bias, and rehabilitation, and mandates that the board consider a wide range of factors when making parole and release decisions, such as the person's rehabilitation potential, age at the time of the offense, and participation in educational and counseling programs.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes. Makes additional changes to the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act. Provides that the Attorney General shall conduct an internal review of the witness notification system to review timely notice to victims and witnesses throughout the State and shall make recommendations to the General Assembly for improvements in the procedures and technologies used in the system. Requires the Attorney General to submit the recommendations to the General Assembly on or before July 1, 2026. Further amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that a total of 7 members of the Prisoner Review Board must have at least 5 years' experience as a law enforcement officer, parole officer, prosecutor, criminal defense attorney, or judge. Establishes a Director of Victim and Witness Services under the jurisdiction of the Prisoner Review Board. Provides that the Director shall be hired by the Prisoner Review Board. Provides that the Director shall be responsible for ensuring that victims receive appropriate notice and the opportunity to provide a victim impact statement in accordance with the Act. Provides that the Victim and Witness Services Director shall also be responsible for coordinating with other agencies to improve victim notification processes, and identifying ways to better serve victims. Amends the Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986. Provides that a petition for an order of protection may be filed: (1) by a crime victim who was abused by an offender prior to the incarceration of the offender in a penal institution and such offender is incarcerated in a penal institution at the time of the filing of the petition; or (2) by any person who has previously suffered abuse by a person convicted of (i) domestic battery, aggravated domestic battery, aggravated battery, or any other offense that would constitute domestic violence or (ii) a violent crime, as defined in the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act, committed against another person. Provides that a petition for an order of protection may not be denied solely upon the basis that the respondent or petitioner is incarcerated in a penal institution at the time of the filing of the petition. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Don Harmon (D)*, Will Guzzardi (D)*, Robert Peters (D), Laura Murphy (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Lakesia Collins (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading - Short Debate
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TX bill #HB5246 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to the administration, powers, and duties of the Texas Space Commission, the Texas Aerospace Research and Space Economy Consortium, and other governmental entities and institutions regarding aerospace, aviation, and space exploration initiatives and to the abolishment of the spaceport trust fund.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to Texas's space and aerospace governance, focusing on updating the roles and responsibilities of the Texas Space Commission and the Texas Aerospace Research and Space Economy Consortium. The bill expands the scope of these entities from primarily space-related activities to include broader aerospace and aeronautics initiatives, modifies board composition and appointment procedures, and establishes new provisions for grant-making and inter-governmental cooperation. A key feature is the abolishment of the spaceport trust fund by September 1, 2025, with remaining funds to be transferred to the general revenue fund. The bill allows the Texas Space Commission more flexibility in procuring space-related vehicles and equipment, grants additional powers to conduct closed meetings for sensitive discussions, and creates new rules for grant applications and awards. The legislation also repositions the Texas Aerospace Research and Space Economy Consortium, administratively attaching it to the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station and establishing clearer governance and reporting structures. The changes aim to strengthen Texas's position in space exploration, aerospace research, and related economic development by providing more strategic and comprehensive oversight of these industries.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the administration, powers, and duties of the Texas Space Commission, the Texas Aerospace Research and Space Economy Consortium, and other governmental entities and institutions regarding aerospace, aviation, and space exploration initiatives and to the abolishment of the spaceport trust fund.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 05/03/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Greg Bonnen (R)*, Joan Huffman (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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OK bill #SB927 • Last Action 05/14/2025
State Medicaid program; modifying appointment procedures for the Medicaid Drug Utilization Review Board. Effective date.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the appointment procedures for the Medicaid Drug Utilization Review Board (DUR Board), which is part of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. The bill makes several key changes to the board's composition and selection process: it adjusts the number of names required for physician nominations from six to three for the Oklahoma State Medical Association, changes "Pharmaceutical" to "Pharmacists" in the association name, and updates language referring to board members' state residency. The board will continue to consist of 10 members, including four physicians (three from the State Medical Association and one from the Osteopathic Association), four licensed pharmacists, one lay community representative with healthcare expertise, and one pharmaceutical industry representative. Board members will still serve three-year terms, with initial staggered two-year appointments for some members, and can be reappointed for up to three full terms plus one partial term. The bill maintains provisions for geographic balance in appointments and requires the board to comply with open meeting and administrative procedures. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, and primarily focuses on technical updates to the board's nomination and appointment processes.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 927 By: Hicks of the Senate and Munson and Pittman of the House An Act relating to the state Medicaid program; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 5030.1, which relates to the Medicaid Drug Utilization Review Board; modifying appointment procedure for certain members; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Medicaid
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Carri Hicks (D)*, Cyndi Munson (D)*, Ajay Pittman (D)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Vetoed 05/14/2025
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CA bill #AB1417 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Energy: Voluntary Offshore Wind and Coastal Resources Protection Program: community capacity funding activities and grants.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Voluntary Offshore Wind and Coastal Resources Protection Program to expand its capabilities and reporting requirements for offshore wind energy development. The bill allows the California Energy Commission to allocate funds for capacity building grants and activities within local and tribal communities, specifically targeting eligible entities such as local governments, California tribes, nonprofit organizations representing tribal interests, or coalitions of these groups. It modifies the donation reporting process by requiring offshore wind entities to submit comprehensive donation reports every 90 days, including details about aggregate donation amounts, recipient types, and geographic distribution. Instead of immediate website posting of donation details, the commission will now publish an annual report with aggregated information about donations received. The bill also requires the commission to submit an annual report to the Legislature by March 1st, detailing the implementation and effectiveness of the capacity funding activities and grants, including the total amount awarded, descriptions of funded activities, and an assessment of the funding's impact. This legislation aims to increase transparency, support local and tribal communities, and provide more structured oversight of offshore wind energy development funding.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 25992.5, 25992.10, 25992.21, and 25992.22 of the Public Resources Code, relating to offshore wind energy development, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Catherine Stefani (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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MN bill #HF2115 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Human services policy bill.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: Based on the bill text, I will summarize the key provisions: This bill is a comprehensive human services policy bill that makes numerous changes across various areas of health and human services, with a particular focus on mental health terminology, behavioral health services, and licensing requirements. Key provisions include redefining terminology around children's mental health, replacing the term "emotional disturbance" with "mental illness" across multiple statutes, modifying case management and service delivery requirements, establishing new standards for residential and crisis services, and creating a new process for long-term care decision reviews. The bill also makes technical changes to clarify licensing requirements for various health and human services programs, such as assisted living facilities, substance use disorder treatment programs, and mental health services. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for provider training, background studies, and rate-setting methodologies for various health and human services programs. The changes aim to improve service quality, clarify terminology, streamline administrative processes, and enhance consumer protections across multiple human services domains.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; modifying policy provisions relating to aging and disability services, the Department of Health, Direct Care and Treatment, behavioral health, and the Department of Human Services Office of Inspector General; recodifying statutory language relating to assertive community treatment and intensive residential treatment services; modifying children's mental health terminology; codifying requirement for notification of federal approval; making conforming changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 3.757, subdivision 1; 13.46, subdivisions 3, 4; 15.471, subdivision 6; 43A.241; 62J.495, subdivision 2; 62Q.527, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 97A.441, subdivision 3; 121A.61, subdivision 3; 128C.02, subdivision 5; 142E.51, subdivisions 5, 6, by adding a subdivision; 142G.02, subdivision 56; 142G.27, subdivision 4; 142G.42, subdivision 3; 144.0724, subdivisions 2, 3a, 4, 9; 144.53; 144.651, subdivisions 2, 4, 10a, 20, 31, 32; 144A.07; 144A.61, by adding subdivisions; 144A.70, subdivisions 3, 7, by adding subdivisions; 144G.10, subdivisions 1, 1a, 5; 144G.16, subdivision 3; 144G.19, by adding a subdivision; 144G.52, by adding a subdivision; 144G.53; 144G.70, subdivision 2; 144G.81, subdivision 1; 144G.91, by adding a subdivision; 146A.08, subdivision 4; 147.091, subdivision 6; 147A.13, subdivision 6; 148.10, subdivision 1; 148.235, subdivision 10; 148.261, subdivision 5; 148.754; 148B.5905; 148F.09, subdivision 6; 148F.11, subdivision 1; 150A.08, subdivision 6; 151.071, subdivision 10; 153.21, subdivision 2; 153B.70; 169A.284; 244.052, subdivision 4; 245.462, subdivision 4; 245.4662, subdivision 1; 245.4682, subdivision 3; 245.469; 245.481; 245.4835, subdivision 2; 245.4863; 245.487, subdivision 2; 245.4871, subdivisions 3, 4, 6, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22, 28, 29, 31, 32, 34, by adding a subdivision; 245.4873, subdivision 2; 245.4874, subdivision 1; 245.4875, subdivision 5; 245.4876, subdivisions 4, 5; 245.4877; 245.488, subdivisions 1, 3; 245.4881, subdivisions 1, 3, 4; 245.4882, subdivisions 1, 5; 245.4884; 245.4885, subdivision 1; 245.4889, subdivision 1; 245.4901, subdivision 3; 245.4906, subdivision 2; 245.4907, subdivisions 2, 3; 245.491, subdivision 2; 245.492, subdivision 3; 245.50, subdivision 2; 245.52; 245.697, subdivision 2a; 245.735, subdivision 3b; 245.814, subdivision 3; 245.826; 245.91, subdivisions 2, 4; 245.92; 245.94, subdivision 1; 245A.03, subdivision 2; 245A.04, subdivisions 1, 7; 245A.16, subdivision 1; 245A.242, subdivision 2; 245A.26, subdivisions 1, 2; 245C.05, by adding a subdivision; 245C.08, subdivision 3; 245C.22, subdivision 5; 245D.02, subdivision 4a; 245D.091, subdivision 3; 245F.06, subdivision 2; 245G.05, subdivision 1; 245G.06, subdivisions 1, 2a, 3a; 245G.07, subdivision 2; 245G.08, subdivision 6; 245G.09, subdivision 3; 245G.11, subdivisions 7, 11; 245G.18, subdivision 2; 245G.19, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 245G.22, 1 HF2115 SECOND ENGROSSMENT REVISOR AGW H2115-2 subdivisions 1, 14, 15; 245I.05, subdivisions 3, 5; 245I.06, subdivision 3; 245I.11, subdivision 5; 245I.12, subdivision 5; 246.585; 246C.06, subdivision 11; 246C.12, subdivisions 4, 6; 246C.20; 252.27, subdivision 1; 252.291, subdivision 3; 252.43; 252.46, subdivision 1a; 252.50, subdivision 5; 253B.07, subdivision 2b; 253B.09, subdivision 3a; 253B.10, subdivision 1; 253B.141, subdivision 2; 253B.18, subdivision 6; 253B.19, subdivision 2; 253D.14, subdivision 3; 253D.27, subdivision 2; 253D.28; 253D.29, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 253D.30, subdivisions 3, 4, 5, 6; 253D.31; 254A.19, subdivision 6; 254B.04, subdivision 1a; 254B.05, subdivisions 1, 1a, 5; 256.01, subdivisions 2, 5, by adding a subdivision; 256.019, subdivision 1; 256.0281; 256.0451, subdivisions 1, 3, 6, 8, 9, 18, 22, 23, 24; 256.478, subdivision 2; 256.4825; 256.93, subdivision 1; 256.98, subdivisions 1, 7; 256B.02, subdivision 11; 256B.055, subdivision 12; 256B.0615, subdivisions 1, 3, 4; 256B.0616, subdivisions 1, 4, 5; 256B.0622, subdivisions 1, 3a, 7a, 8, 11, 12; 256B.064, subdivision 1a; 256B.0757, subdivision 2; 256B.092, subdivisions 1a, 10, 11a; 256B.0943, subdivisions 1, 3, 9, 12, 13; 256B.0945, subdivision 1; 256B.0946, subdivision 6; 256B.0947, subdivision 3a; 256B.49, subdivisions 13, 29; 256B.4911, subdivision 6; 256B.4914, subdivisions 10a, 10d; 256B.69, subdivision 23; 256B.77, subdivision 7a; 256B.82; 256D.44, subdivision 5; 256G.09, subdivisions 4, 5; 256I.04, subdivision 2c; 256L.03, subdivision 5; 256R.38; 256R.40, subdivision 5; 260B.157, subdivision 3; 260C.007, subdivisions 16, 26d, 27b; 260C.157, subdivision 3; 260C.201, subdivisions 1, 2; 260C.301, subdivision 4; 260D.01; 260D.02, subdivisions 5, 9; 260D.03, subdivision 1; 260D.04; 260D.06, subdivision 2; 260D.07; 260E.11, subdivision 3; 295.50, subdivision 9b; 299F.77, subdivision 2; 342.04; 352.91, subdivision 3f; 401.17, subdivision 1; 480.40, subdivision 1; 507.071, subdivision 1; 611.57, subdivisions 2, 4; 624.7131, subdivisions 1, 2; 624.7132, subdivisions 1, 2; 624.714, subdivisions 3, 4; 631.40, subdivision 3; Laws 2023, chapter 70, article 7, section 34; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 245; 246C; 256B; 256G; 609; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 144G.9999, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 245.4862; 245A.042, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 245A.11, subdivision 8; 246.015, subdivision 3; 246.50, subdivision 2; 246B.04, subdivision 1a; 256B.0622, subdivision 4; Laws 2024, chapter 79, article 1, sections 15; 16; 17; Minnesota Rules, part 9505.0250, subparts 1, 2, 3.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 5 : Joe Schomacker (R)*, Mohamud Noor (D), Dawn Gillman (R), Heather Keeler (D), Bianca Virnig (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (09:45:00 5/14/2025 )
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TX bill #SB1453 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to the current debt rate and tax rate of a taxing unit for ad valorem tax purposes.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several sections of the Texas Education Code and Tax Code related to how taxing units (like school districts) calculate and communicate their tax rates. The bill introduces changes to the public notice requirements for budget and tax rate discussions, specifically requiring more detailed information about proposed tax rates, including comparisons to previous years, detailed breakdowns of maintenance and operations costs, debt service expenses, and potential tax impacts on residential properties. It clarifies the definition of "current debt service" as the minimum dollar amount required to be expended for debt service in the current year. The bill also provides a new mechanism for taxing units to approve tax rates that exceed standard calculations, allowing a governing body to approve a higher rate if at least 60% of its members vote in favor and provide a detailed explanation of the purpose for the additional revenue. If such a rate is approved, it becomes the new "current debt rate" and requires a recalculation of the voter-approval tax rate. These changes aim to provide more transparency in local government tax rate setting and give governing bodies more flexibility in responding to financial needs. The bill will apply to ad valorem taxes for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the current debt rate and tax rate of a taxing unit for ad valorem tax purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Paul Bettencourt (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/03/2025
• Last Action: Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
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MI bill #HB4490 • Last Action 05/14/2025
State management: purchasing; awarding state contracts to persons that use hiring practices based on anything other than the merit of prospective employees; prohibit. Amends secs. 115, 241, 261, 305 & 404 of 1984 PA 431 (MCL 18.1115 et seq.).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the State Management and Budget Act to prohibit state agencies from awarding contracts to businesses that do not use merit-based hiring practices. Specifically, the bill requires that when a person submits a proposal for a state contract, they must attest under penalty of perjury that they use only hiring practices based on merit, which is defined as a reasonable expectation of job performance based on objective criteria like experience, education, and training. The bill adds new provisions to sections related to state contracts for construction, procurement, and other services, mandating that contractors submit a form affirming their hiring practices. If a contractor uses hiring practices based on criteria other than merit or fails to submit the required form, they will be ineligible to receive state contracts. The bill maintains existing preferences for disabled veterans in state contracting while introducing this new requirement for merit-based hiring. The changes aim to ensure that state contracts are awarded to businesses that make employment decisions based on an individual's qualifications and ability to perform job duties, rather than on other potentially discriminatory factors.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled"The management and budget act,"by amending sections 115, 241, 261, 305, and 404 (MCL 18.1115, 18.1241, 18.1261, 18.1305, and 18.1404), section 115 as amended by 2018 PA 389, section 241 as amended by 2012 PA 430, section 261 as amended by 2020 PA 174, and sections 305 and 404 as amended by 1999 PA 8.
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• Introduced: 05/13/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 13 : Joseph Fox (R)*, Gina Johnsen (R), Greg Alexander (R), Jaime Greene (R), Joseph Pavlov (R), Greg Markkanen (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Jim DeSana (R), Jason Woolford (R), Tom Kunse (R), Matthew Bierlein (R), Rylee Linting (R), Jay DeBoyer (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/13/2025
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CA bill #AB1388 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Law enforcement: settlement agreements.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in law enforcement by prohibiting settlement agreements that conceal officer misconduct. Specifically, the bill prevents law enforcement agencies from entering into settlements with peace officers that require destroying, removing, or concealing records of misconduct investigations, or restricting the disclosure of information about misconduct allegations. The legislation mandates that agencies employing peace officers must report certain events to the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), including employment changes, complaints, investigations, civil judgments, and separations related to officer conduct. For incidents occurring after January 1, 2020, agencies must report details about officer separations, including whether the separation was part of a settlement. The bill emphasizes that any agreements attempting to obscure misconduct information are void and contrary to public policy. By requiring more comprehensive reporting and eliminating confidentiality provisions in settlements, the legislation seeks to ensure greater public transparency about law enforcement misconduct and create a more accountable system for addressing problematic officer behavior.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 832.7 and 13510.9 of the Penal Code, relating to law enforcement.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Isaac Bryan (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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IL bill #SB0241 • Last Action 05/14/2025
EPA-RENEWABLE FUELS PROGRAM
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFI Program) to support the expansion of renewable fuel infrastructure in Illinois. The Department of Agriculture will administer the program, creating a Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Fund that will receive $3 million per quarter from the Underground Storage Tank Fund (subject to certain balance restrictions) from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. The program will provide grants to petroleum marketers, terminal operators, and other eligible companies to help them modify and install equipment for storing and dispensing higher blends of ethanol (greater than E-10) and biodiesel (greater than B-10). Grant recipients are limited to a maximum of $1 million in total funding, with no single site receiving more than $100,000, and must cover at least 50% of the equipment installation costs. The bill also creates a Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Task Force composed of 10 members from petroleum industry and agricultural associations who will provide annual feedback on the program's effectiveness. Eligible expenditures include tank modifications, tanks, piping, fuel dispensers, and other equipment deemed necessary by the Department of Agriculture. Importantly, no public bodies are eligible to receive funding under this program.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Environmental Protection Act. Creates the Renewable Fuels Infrastructure program. Provides that the Department of Agriculture shall provide grants to petroleum marketers, petroleum terminal operators, and any other companies that the Department of Agriculture determines are eligible for grant funding. Provides that eligible expenditures include tank modifications, tanks, piping, and fuel dispensers. Provides that an eligible grant recipient shall not receive more than $1,000,000 in grant funding. Provides that no funding under the program shall be made available to a public body. Creates the Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Fund as a special fund in the State treasury. Provides that, from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026, the Comptroller shall order transferred, and the Treasurer shall transfer, $3,000,000 each calendar quarter from the Underground Storage Tank Fund to the Renewable Fuel Infrastructure Fund, unless the Underground Storage Tank Fund has a balance at or below $75,000,000. Creates the Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Task Force. Sets forth membership and duties of the Task Force. Amends the State Finance Act to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 10 : Mike Halpin (D)*, Willie Preston (D), Christopher Belt (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Dave Koehler (D), Patrick Joyce (D), Ram Villivalam (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Steve McClure (R), Andrew Chesney (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Andrew S. Chesney
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IL bill #SB0144 • Last Action 05/14/2025
SCHOOL CODE-CHARTER SCHOOLS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois School Code to introduce several key provisions regarding charter schools. The bill prohibits granting a charter to any organization that operates a private, parochial, or non-public school or child care facility. It requires charter schools to spend at least 90% of their budget on direct-service costs for students. The bill establishes comprehensive requirements for school transition plans and public meetings in the event of a school action (such as closure), including mandating that the charter school's governing body work collaboratively with local educators and families to ensure successful student integration. For charter school closures, the bill guarantees that all students will receive a seat at a receiving school and all teachers will be guaranteed a job at a receiving school. The legislation requires detailed public notice and hearing procedures, including at least three opportunities for public comment, hearings conducted by an independent hearing officer, and publication of hearing summaries. The bill also includes provisions for supporting students during school transitions, such as providing social and emotional support services, transportation options, and informational briefings about school choices. Additionally, the bill implements a temporary moratorium on school closings, consolidations, and phase-outs until January 15, 2025, while still allowing for non-renewal of charter school contracts upon expiration.
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Bill Summary: Amends the School Code. Provides that for charter schools located in the Chicago school district, if a charter school proposes to close one or more campuses during the term of its contract, then (i) the charter school shall announce the proposal no later than September 1 of the year prior to the effective date of the closure, (ii) the charter school is subject to specified procedures in the Chicago School District Article, and (iii) the school board retains authority to approve or deny the closure. Provides that if the school board approves the closure, the governing body of the charter school shall work collaboratively with the school board, educators, and the families of students attending the campus of the charter school that is the subject of the closure to ensure successful integration of affected students into new learning environments. Provides that affected students who reside in the district shall be guaranteed a seat at a district school. Provides that upon the closing of a charter school located in the Chicago school district, the charter school's licensed teachers shall be guaranteed a similar position for which they are qualified at a district school with full recognition of prior service if they choose to work in the district. Provides that teachers in the closed charter school without an educator license shall be provided a pathway to a short-term license and preference in receiving a job at a district school.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Celina Villanueva (D)*, Ram Villivalam (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Laura Murphy (D), Omar Aquino (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Omar Aquino
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CA bill #AB259 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Open meetings: local agencies: teleconferences.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends the alternative teleconferencing procedures for local government meetings in California until January 1, 2030, maintaining flexibility introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill allows local agencies to continue holding meetings where some members participate remotely under specific conditions, such as members being able to participate via teleconference for up to two to seven meetings per year depending on the frequency of their regular meetings. Members can participate remotely for "just cause" (such as childcare needs, illness, disability, or official travel) or emergency circumstances, with requirements that they publicly disclose if other individuals are present at their remote location and participate through both audio and visual technology. The bill ensures public access by mandating that meetings provide ways for the public to remotely hear, observe, and comment on meetings, such as through two-way audiovisual platforms or telephonic services. The legislation aims to balance accessibility and public participation with transparency, requiring that at least a quorum of members participate from a physical location that is open to the public and situated within the agency's jurisdiction. By extending these provisions, the bill seeks to provide local agencies with continued flexibility in conducting meetings while preserving the public's right to access government proceedings.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend and repeal Sections 54953 and 54954.2 of the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blanca Rubio (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on L. GOV. and JUD.
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CO bill #SB162 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Railroad Safety Requirements
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes and enhances railroad safety measures in Colorado by creating a comprehensive Office of Rail Safety within the Public Utilities Commission. The bill defines several key terms, including "corrective action" and "environmentally critical areas," and mandates new reporting and data collection requirements for railroads. Beginning July 1, 2027, certain railroads (including Class I railroads and passenger rail systems) will be required to pay an annual safety fee up to $2.9 million to support the office's operations. The Office of Rail Safety will be responsible for collecting detailed data on train operations, maintenance activities, and crossing equipment, and will conduct a comprehensive assessment of the state's ability to respond to large-scale hazardous material releases from rail transportation. The bill also provides new guidelines for emergency notifications, crew member communications during emergencies, and establishes immunity for railroad employees acting in good faith during emergency situations. Additionally, the legislation requires annual reporting to legislative committees, mandates the creation of an Office of Rail Safety Fund, and outlines how collected fees and fines will be used to support rail safety planning, development, and infrastructure improvements.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING MEASURES TO INCREASE RAILROAD SAFETY.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 45 : Lisa Cutter (D)*, Marc Snyder (D)*, Javier Mabrey (D)*, Elizabeth Velasco (D)*, Sheila Lieder (D)*, Judith Amabile (D), Matt Ball (D), Jeff Bridges (D), Jessie Danielson (D), Lindsey Daugherty (D), Tony Exum (D), Julie Gonzales (D), Iman Jodeh (D), Cathy Kipp (D), Chris Kolker (D), Janice Marchman (D), Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D), Kyle Mullica (D), Dylan Roberts (D), Robert Rodriguez (D), Tom Sullivan (D), Katie Wallace (D), Michael Weissman (D), Faith Winter (D), Shannon Bird (D), Andrew Boesenecker (D), Kyle Brown (D), Chad Clifford (D), Monica Duran (D), Meg Froelich (D), Lorena García (D), Eliza Hamrick (D), Jamie Jackson (D), Junie Joseph (D), Mandy Lindsay (D), William Lindstedt (D), Matt Martinez (D), Tisha Mauro (D), Julie McCluskie (D), Amy Paschal (D), Manny Rutinel (D), Emily Sirota (D), Lesley Smith (D), Tammy Story (D), Brianna Titone (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 15 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Sent to the Governor
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CA bill #AB1377 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Income taxes: credits: motion picture credit.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies California's existing motion picture tax credit program for personal and corporate income taxes, focusing primarily on changes to diversity requirements and credit certification. Specifically, for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2025, the bill removes the "good faith effort" standard for diversity goals and requires that film productions actually meet their stated diversity objectives to receive the full tax credit. Productions will need to submit a detailed diversity workplan and a final diversity assessment that demonstrates how they achieved their goals in terms of workforce diversity and representation across various job classifications. The bill maintains the existing credit structure, which offers 20-25% tax credits for qualified motion picture productions in California, with additional incentives for productions filming outside the Los Angeles zone or bringing television series to the state. The bill also continues the Career Pathways Training program, which funds technical skills training for individuals from underserved communities in the film and television industry. Notably, the bill requires a two-thirds legislative approval because it constitutes a change in state taxes that could increase revenues, and it takes effect immediately as a tax levy.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 17053.98, 17053.98.1, 23698, and 23698.1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation, to take effect immediately, tax levy.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Tina McKinnor (D)*, Celeste Rodriguez (D), Heath Flora (R), Liz Ortega (D), Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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MO bill #SB7 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Modifies provisions relating to health care
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to emergency medical services across multiple sections of Missouri state law. The bill makes numerous changes, including updating regulations for ambulance districts, community paramedics, emergency medical service providers, and medical licensing. Some key provisions include: establishing new training requirements for ambulance district board members, creating a more flexible process for out-of-state healthcare professionals to obtain Missouri licenses (particularly for military spouses), expanding community paramedic services, modifying regulations around epinephrine delivery devices in schools and public spaces, and creating a new Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact to facilitate interstate practice. The bill also updates various technical details in existing law, such as adjusting limits on purchasing certain medications and expanding the scope of practice for some healthcare professionals. The comprehensive nature of the bill suggests an effort to modernize and streamline emergency medical services regulations in Missouri, with a particular focus on increasing flexibility for healthcare providers and improving public access to medical services.
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions relating to health care
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• Introduced: 12/03/2024
• Added: 04/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Bernskoetter (R)*, Brad Christ (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 60
• Last Amended: 04/03/2025
• Last Action: In Conference
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OH bill #HB127 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Permit schools to withhold directory information
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Ohio law to permit schools to withhold directory information and remove directory information from the public record definition. Specifically, the bill modifies sections of the Ohio Revised Code related to public records and student information. Directory information, which typically includes a student's name, address, telephone listing, date and place of birth, and other basic identifying details, can now be withheld at the discretion of school district boards of education. The bill gives schools more flexibility in protecting student information by allowing them to choose not to release directory information to various entities, including military recruiters, businesses, and educational institutions. Additionally, the bill removes language that previously required schools to uniformly release directory information, giving them greater control over what information they share. The changes aim to provide schools with more discretion in protecting student privacy while maintaining the ability to share necessary information when appropriate. The bill also ensures that if a student or their parent requests that no directory information be released, the school must honor that request.
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Bill Summary: To amend sections 149.381, 149.43, and 3319.321 of the Revised Code to permit schools to withhold directory information and to remove directory information from the public record definition.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Adam Mathews (R)*, Mike Odioso (R)*, Adam Bird (R), Sean Brennan (D), Gary Click (R), Sarah Fowler Arthur (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 05/15/2025
• Last Action: Reported - Substitute: Education
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IL bill #SB1667 • Last Action 05/14/2025
TRUST CODE-UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to Illinois laws regarding unclaimed property, trust management, and property recovery. It requires trustees to maintain a copy of the trust instrument for at least 7 years after the trust's termination. The bill modifies the timeframe for when certain tax-deferred accounts are considered abandoned, reducing it from 30 to 20 years after the account was opened. State agencies must now report final compensation due to a deceased state employee to the Treasurer's Office as unclaimed property. The legislation introduces a new requirement that holders of presumptively abandoned property hold those assets in trust for the State Treasurer on behalf of the original owner. The bill also creates a licensing system for "finders" - individuals or entities who help locate or recover unclaimed property, establishing qualifications, application processes, and potential penalties for operating without a license. Additionally, the Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation is granted new authority to order immediate reporting and remittance of unclaimed property if deemed necessary to protect owner interests. The bill aims to improve transparency, protect property owners' rights, and create more structured processes for managing unclaimed assets in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Trust Code. Requires a trustee to maintain, for a minimum of 7 years after the termination of the trust, a copy of the governing trust instrument under which the trustee was authorized to act at the time the trust terminated. Amends the Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act. Provides that property held in an account or plan, including a health savings account, that qualifies for tax deferral under the United States income tax law, is presumed abandoned 20 years after the account was opened. Requires State agencies to report final compensation due a State employee to the Treasurer's Office as unclaimed property if the employee dies while employed. Requires a holder who holds property presumed abandoned to hold the property in trust for the benefit of the State Treasurer on behalf of the owner from and after the date the property is presumed abandoned. Requires that the State Treasurer provide written notice to a State agency and the Governor's Office of Management and Budget of property presumed to be abandoned and allegedly owned by the State agency before it can be escheated to the State's General Revenue Fund if the property remains unclaimed after one year. Creates authority for the Secretary of the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to order a regulated person under the Act to immediately report and remit property subject to the Act if the Secretary determines that the action is necessary to protect the interest of an owner. Establishes a procedure regulating agreements between an owner or apparent owner and a finder to locate or recover property held by the State Treasurer. Requires a finder to be licensed by the State Treasurer and creates qualifications to be so licensed. Makes definitions. Makes other changes. The Treasurer is authorized to adopt rules as necessary to implement the Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Rob Martwick (D)*, Diane Blair-Sherlock (D)*, Mike Halpin (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 56
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading - Short Debate
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OK bill #SB1054 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Tulsa Reconciliation Education and Scholarship Program; modifying eligibility; removing certain eligibility criteria.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Tulsa Reconciliation Education and Scholarship Program to expand eligibility and increase scholarship opportunities for students. The program, originally created to support residents of the Tulsa School District impacted by the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, now allows up to 300 scholarships annually to students from the Tulsa School District and direct lineal descendants of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre victims from any public school district in the United States. The bill increases the family income limit from $70,000 to $125,000 per year and removes certain previous eligibility criteria related to school and neighborhood demographics. Direct lineal descendants of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre victims will now be given first priority status and will be exempt from income limits. The scholarship can cover tuition, fees, textbooks, materials, and room and board at institutions of higher education or postsecondary career and technology programs in Oklahoma. A new seven-member community advisory committee will be established to help review scholarship applications, with members including representatives from Langston University, Tulsa Public Schools, the state legislature, descendants of impacted community members, and a community stakeholder. The bill aims to provide educational support and recognition to those connected to the historic Greenwood community.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Tulsa Reconciliation Education and Scholarship Program; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 2621, 2623, and 2625, which relate to creation of and eligibility for the program; modifying eligibility for program; updating statutory language; increasing income limit for certain eligibility; exempting certain applicants from certain income limit; allowing certain form to be used to verify income; removing certain eligibility criteria; directing the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to give first priority status to certain applicants; modifying process for verifying documentation of lineage; requiring application form to include certain language; directing awards to be made in certain specified manner; directing the State Regents to involve certain community advisory committee in selection process; providing for composition of and appointments to advisory committee; directing certain university president to submit a list of proposed members; directing advisory committee to review certain applications and make certain recommendations; directing the State Regents to select recipients from certain list; allowing certain remaining scholarship award funds to be used for certain purposes; directing certain applicants to always be given first priority status; and declaring an emergency. NOTE: Emergency failed AUTHOR: Remove Representative Lowe (Jason) as principal House author and substitute with Representative Munson AUTHOR: Add the following House Coauthor: Stewart AMENDMENT NO. 1. , lines 6 through 19, strike the title Passed the House of Representatives the 8th day of May, 2025. Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives Passed the Senate the ____ day of __________, 2025. Presiding Officer of the Senate ENGROSSED SENATE BILL NO. 1054 By: Goodwin, Boren, and Nice of the Senate and Lowe (Jason) of the House An Act relating to the Tulsa Reconciliation Education and Scholarship Program; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 2621, 2623, and 2625, which relate to creation of and eligibility for the program; modifying eligibility for program; updating statutory language; increasing income limit for certain eligibility; exempting certain applicants from certain income limit; allowing certain form to be used to verify income; removing certain eligibility criteria; directing the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to give first priority status to certain applicants; modifying process for verifying documentation of lineage; requiring application form to include certain language; directing awards to be made in certain specified manner; directing the State Regents to involve certain community advisory committee in selection process; providing for composition of and appointments to advisory committee; directing certain university president to submit a list of proposed members; directing advisory committee to review certain applications and make certain recommendations; directing the State Regents to select recipients from certain list; allowing certain remaining scholarship award funds to be used for certain purposes; directing certain applicants to always be given first priority status; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Regina Goodwin (D)*, Cyndi Munson (D)*, Ronald Stewart (D), Ellen Pogemiller (D), Mary Boren (D), Nikki Nice (D), Jason Lowe (D)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative Pogemiller
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MI bill #HB4246 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Health occupations: nurses; nurse licensure compact; enact. Amends secs. 16170a, 16222, 16231, 16238 & 17201 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16170a et seq.) & adds secs. 16187, 17225 & 17225a.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes Michigan's participation in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), a multi-state agreement designed to streamline nurse licensing and improve healthcare mobility. The bill creates a comprehensive framework that allows nurses with a multistate license to practice in any participating state without obtaining additional licenses, while maintaining robust professional standards and public safety protections. Key provisions include establishing uniform licensure requirements, creating a coordinated information system for tracking nurse credentials and disciplinary actions, and defining the rights and responsibilities of nurses practicing across state lines. The compact aims to reduce bureaucratic barriers for nurses, facilitate easier interstate practice, and ensure that nurses remain accountable to the practice laws of the state where they are providing care. Specifically, nurses must meet stringent criteria to obtain a multistate license, including passing national licensing exams, passing background checks, maintaining an unencumbered license, and complying with each state's specific nursing practice regulations. The bill also modifies existing state law to integrate the compact's provisions, including updates to confidentiality rules, reporting requirements, and definitions related to nursing practice. The nurse licensure compact will become effective once at least 26 states have enacted it, with an initial target date of December 31, 2018.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled"Public health code,"by amending sections 16170a, 16222, 16231, 16238, and 17201 (MCL 333.16170a, 333.16222, 333.16231, 333.16238, and 333.17201), section 16170a as amended by 2013 PA 268, section 16222 as amended by 2014 PA 97, section 16231 as amended by 2017 PA 249, section 16238 as added by 1993 PA 79, and section 17201 as amended by 2016 PA 499, and by adding sections 16187, 17225, and 17225a.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 03/19/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 18 : Phil Green (R)*, Joseph Pavlov (R), Joseph Fox (R), Greg Alexander (R), Ken Borton (R), Pat Outman (R), David Prestin (R), David Martin (R), Timmy Beson (R), Steve Frisbie (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Rylee Linting (R), Jaz Martus (D), Natalie Price (D), J.R. Roth (R), Jennifer Wortz (R), Matthew Bierlein (R), Curt VanderWall (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/18/2025
• Last Action: Recommendation Concurred In
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IL bill #SB1607 • Last Action 05/14/2025
FREEDOM TRAILS COMMISSION
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Illinois Freedom Trails Commission, a state-level organization dedicated to exploring, researching, and commemorating the Underground Railroad's history within Illinois. The Commission will consist of 11 members (a chairperson and 10 additional members) appointed by the Governor for 4-year terms, representing diverse backgrounds including scholars, public officials, and community activists. The Department of Natural Resources will provide administrative support, and the Commission will have several key responsibilities: creating an online resource website with maps, historical information, and educational materials about freedom seekers and the Underground Railroad; collaborating with various organizations and museums; developing an educational program for public schools about African American history and the Underground Railroad; creating a grant funding program to support research and preservation efforts; and identifying and supporting historic sites and landmarks related to freedom seekers' journeys. The Commission will be required to submit annual reports to the Governor and General Assembly and will have the ability to adopt administrative rules. Members will serve without compensation but may be reimbursed for expenses, and the Commission is set to be in operation until January 1, 2037. Additionally, the bill repeals provisions concerning the Amistad Commission in the Historic Preservation Act and takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes. Provides that the Department of Natural Resources (rather than the Department of Commercial and Economic Opportunity) shall provide administrative and other support to the Illinois Freedom Trails Commission. Sets forth provisions concerning the election of a chairperson and the conduct of meetings. Provides that, after consultation with and written approval by the Department, the Commission may adopt administrative rules as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of the Act. Repeals the Act on January 1, 2037. Amends the Historic Preservation Act to repeal provisions concerning the Amistad Commission. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 04/10/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 14 : Dave Koehler (D)*, Debbie Meyers-Martin (D)*, Doris Turner (D), Willie Preston (D), Elgie Sims (D), Kimberly Lightford (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Jil Tracy (R), Laura Murphy (D), Meg Loughran Cappel (D), Lakesia Collins (D), Chris Welch (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Will Davis (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Added Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. William "Will" Davis
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CA bill #SB446 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Data breaches: customer notification.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends California's existing data breach notification law to establish more specific requirements for how businesses must inform customers when personal information has been compromised. The bill requires that data breach notifications be made within 30 calendar days of discovering a breach, though businesses can delay notification if necessary to accommodate law enforcement investigations or to determine the full scope of the breach. For breaches affecting more than 500 California residents, businesses must now submit a sample copy of the notification to the Attorney General within 15 calendar days of notifying consumers. The bill also provides detailed guidelines for the content and format of breach notifications, including specific headings, minimum 10-point font size, and requirements to include information such as the types of personal information involved, the date of the breach, and contact information. Additionally, if the breach involves certain sensitive information like social security numbers, businesses must offer at least 12 months of free identity theft prevention services to affected individuals. The legislation aims to standardize and expedite the process of informing consumers about data security incidents, ensuring they receive timely and comprehensive information about potential risks to their personal data.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 1798.82 of the Civil Code, relating to personal information.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Melissa Hurtado (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Ordered to second reading.
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MI bill #SB0176 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Appropriations: department of state police; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides appropriations for the Michigan Department of State Police for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with a total gross appropriation of $1,015,686,700. The bill allocates funding across several key areas, including departmental administration and support, law enforcement services, specialized services, and one-time appropriations. The funding comes from various sources, including state general funds, federal revenues, and special revenue funds. Notable provisions include support for trooper recruit school, grants for local law enforcement training, funding for the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES), and specific initiatives such as a public safety academy assistance program, cold case investigations, and a critical incident mapping grant program. The bill also includes provisions for maintaining staffing levels in various departments, providing specialized services like homeland security and emergency management, and supporting specific law enforcement activities such as forensic testing, biometric identification, and commercial vehicle enforcement. Additionally, the bill includes requirements for reporting, diversity in recruitment, and specific training programs for law enforcement officers.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of state police for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Hertel (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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ME bill #LD251 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An Act to Protect the Confidentiality of Information of Individual Customers of a Public Utility
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Maine's Freedom of Access Act to protect the confidentiality of individual customer information for public utilities. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision that exempts from public records disclosure any information about a public utility customer that the Public Utilities Commission has designated as confidential through its administrative rules. A public utility is defined in Maine law as an entity providing electricity, gas, water, telecommunications, or other essential services to the public. By creating this exemption, the bill aims to prevent sensitive personal customer information, such as billing details, usage patterns, or contact information, from being disclosed through public records requests. This change helps protect customer privacy by allowing the Public Utilities Commission to establish specific guidelines for what customer information should remain confidential, giving customers more assurance that their personal utility-related data will not be readily accessible to the general public.
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Bill Summary: This bill excludes from the definition of "public records" in the Freedom of Access Act information pertaining to an individual customer of a public utility that is designated as confidential in rules adopted by the Public Utilities Commission.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Mark Lawrence (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Senate: C-A (S-49) - Senate: C-A (S-49)
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CA bill #AB1339 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Department of Insurance: housing insurance study.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the California Department of Insurance to conduct a comprehensive study on property, liability, and builders' risk insurance available to affordable housing entities that receive grants, loans, or tax credits from specific state agencies. The study will investigate the challenges these entities face in obtaining and maintaining insurance, including analyzing insurance market trends, policy cancellations, premium increases, and potential discriminatory practices. Specifically, the department will examine whether insurers consider factors like the income level of residents or the source of housing assistance when offering policies or setting rates. The department must consult with various stakeholders, including insurers, housing agencies, and nonprofit organizations, and will be required to collect detailed data on insurance policies, claims, and barriers to coverage. By December 31, 2026, the department must submit a report to the Senate and Assembly Insurance Committees with recommendations for policy and budget options to address insurance coverage challenges for affordable housing providers. The study is contingent on legislative funding and will automatically expire on January 1, 2027, highlighting its temporary, investigative nature in response to what the bill describes as an industrywide insurance crisis affecting affordable housing.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 13850) of Division 3 of the Insurance Code, relating to insurance.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Mark González (D)*, Corey Jackson (D), Ash Kalra (D), Pilar Schiavo (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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IL bill #HB0032 • Last Action 05/14/2025
TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR VACANCY
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several amendments to different state laws, addressing township supervisor vacancies, forest preserve district board composition, and child labor regulations. Specifically, the bill expands the definition of a "bona fide emergency" in the Open Meetings Act to include the appointment of a temporary deputy township supervisor. In the Township Code, it clarifies that "ministerial functions" for a deputy supervisor can include serving as an ex officio supervisor of general assistance and administering the general assistance program. The bill also updates the Downstate Forest Preserve District Act by inserting gender-neutral language in descriptions of board commissioners. Additionally, the Child Labor Law of 2024 is modified to allow employers, including township parks and recreation departments, to employ minors aged 12 or 13 as officiants or assistant instructors of youth sports activities, provided they meet specific certification and supervision requirements. These changes aim to provide more flexibility in local government operations and youth employment opportunities, with the bill taking effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. In provisions concerning public notice of any special meeting except a meeting held in the event of a bona fide emergency, provides that "bona fide emergency" includes the appointment of a temporary deputy township supervisor under the Township Code. Amends the Township Code. In provisions concerning a township or multi-township board temporarily appointing a deputy to perform the ministerial functions of a vacant office, provides that "ministerial functions" includes, but is not limited to, serving as the ex officio supervisor of general assistance in the township and administering the general assistance program under specified provisions of the Illinois Public Aid Code. Amends the Downstate Forest Preserve District Act. Inserts gender neutral descriptions in provisions concerning boards of commissioners of forest preserve districts. Amends the Child Labor Law of 2024. Provides that nothing in the Act prohibits an employer from employing, allowing, or permitting a minor 12 or 13 years of age to work as an officiant or an assistant instructor of youth sports activities for a township parks and recreation department if the employer obtains certification and satisfies specified requirements. Makes conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 04/11/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Dan Didech (D)*, Adriane Johnson (D)*, Martha Deuter (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 55
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Assignments Refers to Executive
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IA bill #SF658 • Last Action 05/14/2025
A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for state government administration and regulation, including the department of administrative services, auditor of state, ethics and campaign disclosure board, offices of governor and lieutenant governor, department of inspections, appeals, and licensing, department of insurance and financial services, department of management, Iowa public employees' retirement system, public information board, department of revenue, secretary of state, tr
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides appropriations for various state government departments and agencies for the fiscal year 2025-2026. It allocates funding across multiple state entities, including the Department of Administrative Services, Auditor of State, Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board, Governor and Lieutenant Governor's offices, Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing, Department of Insurance and Financial Services, Department of Management, Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS), Public Information Board, Department of Revenue, Secretary of State, Treasurer of State, and Iowa Utilities Commission. The bill specifies detailed budget allocations for each agency, including funds for salaries, support, maintenance, and miscellaneous purposes, and sets the number of full-time equivalent positions for each department. A notable provision requires state agencies to give preference to Iowa-based products when making purchases. Additionally, the bill makes changes to the captive insurance regulatory and supervision fund by directing premium tax receipts from certain insurance-related taxes to be deposited into this fund. The appropriations are designed to support the operational needs of state government agencies and ensure their continued functioning for the upcoming fiscal year.
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Bill Summary: FY 2025-2026 APPROPRIATIONS. This bill relates to and appropriates moneys to various state departments, agencies, and funds for FY 2025-2026, including the department of administrative services, auditor of state, Iowa ethics and campaign disclosure board, offices of governor and lieutenant governor, department of inspections, appeals, and licensing, department of insurance and financial services, department of management, Iowa public employees’ retirement system, Iowa public information board, department of revenue, secretary of state, treasurer of state, and Iowa utilities commission. The bill limits a standing appropriation for FY 2025-2026 for enforcement of Code chapter 453D relating to tobacco product manufacturers under Code section 453D.8. CAPTIVE INSURANCE REGULATORY AND SUPERVISION FUND —— CAPTIVE COMPANY PREMIUM TAXES. The bill requires premium taxes paid by captive companies under Code section 432.1A to be deposited in the captive insurance regulatory and supervision fund.
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• Introduced: 05/13/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 91st General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Withdrawn. S.J. 1014.
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CA bill #AB1348 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Average daily attendance: emergencies: immigration enforcement activity.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses how immigration enforcement activities can impact school attendance and funding in California. Specifically, the bill allows school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools to receive full state funding for average daily attendance even if student attendance is materially decreased due to immigration enforcement activities. To qualify, schools must offer an independent study program and provide documentation about their efforts to support students affected by such activities. The bill requires schools to submit a form certifying compliance with independent study requirements and provides that any documentation submitted for this purpose is exempt from public records disclosure. The provision will be in effect until July 1, 2029, and is intended to protect students and schools from potential disruptions caused by federal immigration enforcement. The bill defines "immigration enforcement activity" broadly, including efforts to investigate, enforce, or assist in enforcing federal civil and criminal immigration laws related to a person's presence, entry, or employment in the United States. The Legislature justifies the public records exemption as necessary to protect the privacy and safety of California residents who might be impacted by immigration enforcement actions.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend, add, and repeal Section 46392 of the Education Code, relating to school finance.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 05/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jasmeet Bains (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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MI bill #HB4226 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Fire: other; number of school fire and security drills; modify. Amends sec. 19 of 1941 PA 207 (MCL 29.19).
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the existing fire prevention code to adjust the requirements for fire, tornado, and security drills in K-12 schools. The bill reduces the total number of required fire drills from 8 to 7 per school year, with specific provisions for schools that cannot conduct monthly drills due to weather conditions. For K-12 schools, the number of fire drills is reduced from 5 to 4, with at least 2 drills held by December 1st and the remainder spread throughout the year. The bill also increases the number of interior lockdown drills from 3 to 4, mandating that at least one drill be conducted during a lunch, recess, or between-class period. Additionally, the bill requires schools to post detailed documentation of completed safety drills on their websites within 30 school days, including information such as the date, time, type of drill, and number of drills completed. Schools must also provide a list of scheduled drill days to the county emergency management coordinator by September 15th each year. The bill includes provisions for rescheduling drills if unforeseen circumstances prevent their original timing and introduces a requirement for schools to develop a cardiac emergency response plan by the 2025-2026 school year.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1941 PA 207, entitled"Fire prevention code,"by amending section 19 (MCL 29.19), as amended by 2024 PA 36.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Rylee Linting (R)*, Jaime Greene (R), Angela Rigas (R), Jason Woolford (R), Tom Kunse (R), Kathy Schmaltz (R), Bill Schuette (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Kelly Breen (D), Luke Meerman (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Transmitted
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OK bill #HB1460 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Criminal procedure; fees; fines; court; offenses; supervision; effective date
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several technical amendments to various Oklahoma statutes related to criminal procedure, court fees, sentencing, and legal processes. The key provisions include removing the $40 application fee for indigent defense representation, eliminating a $15 assessment for driving under the influence cases that was previously credited to an Impaired Driver Database Revolving Fund, and making several technical corrections such as standardizing capitalization and renumbering sections. The changes are primarily administrative in nature, making minor language adjustments to existing laws without substantially changing their substantive content. The bill also includes amendments to sections dealing with court costs, criminal sentencing options, and fees associated with various legal proceedings. Most of the modifications appear to be formatting and technical updates rather than creating new legal requirements. The bill is set to become effective on November 1, 2025, and affects multiple sections of Oklahoma's legal code, including titles related to court procedures, criminal sentencing, and controlled dangerous substances.
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Bill Summary: fees - fines - assessment - court - sentences - costs - cases - offenses - supervision - yield - effective date ] AUTHOR: Add the following Senate Coauthor: Nice AMENDMENT NO. 1. , strike the stricken title, enacting clause and entire bill and insert “[ fees - fines - assessment - court - sentences - costs - cases - offenses - supervision - yield - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Tammy West (R)*, Todd Gollihare (R)*, Chris Kannady (R), Meloyde Blancett (D), Mike Osburn (R), Brian Hill (R), Ellen Pogemiller (D), Jared Deck (D), Marilyn Stark (R), Nikki Nice (D)
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: SA's rejected, conference requested, conferees to be named later
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MN bill #SF3513 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Constitutional Amendment establishing an Independent Redistricting Commission
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a comprehensive constitutional amendment and statutory framework to establish an Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) for drawing legislative and congressional district boundaries in Minnesota. The bill creates a 15-member commission composed of five members supporting the first political party, five members supporting the second political party, and five members not affiliated with either party. The commission would be selected through a detailed, multi-step process involving a Redistricting Commission Applicant Screening Panel, which would screen and randomly select members to ensure diversity and impartiality. The commission would be required to draw district boundaries according to strict principles, including maintaining population equality, protecting minority voting rights, preserving communities of interest, and ensuring districts are compact and contiguous. The bill also introduces provisions to prevent partisan gerrymandering by requiring that district plans closely match statewide partisan preferences. Additionally, the bill includes ethics provisions prohibiting legislators from serving as lobbyists while in office and for one year after leaving office, and modifies legislative session rules and voting procedures. The proposed constitutional amendment would be submitted to voters in the 2026 general election, with implementation set to begin in 2030 if approved.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to the legislature; proposing an amendment to the Minnesota Constitution, article IV, sections 3, 5, 6, and 12; article V, section 3; by adding article IV, section 27; by adding an article XV; establishing an Independent Redistricting Commission; establishing a Redistricting Commission Applicant Review Panel; establishing principles to be used in adopting legislative and congressional districts; prohibiting members of the legislature from being employed or engaged for compensation as a lobbyist for a period of one year following the end of their legislative service; amending requirements related to the convening and conduct of regular legislative sessions; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 2.031, by adding a subdivision; 2.731; 10A.01, subdivision 35; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 2; 2A; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 2.91.
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• Introduced: 05/12/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 3 : Lindsey Port (D)*, Liz Boldon (D), Nicole Mitchell (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Author added Mitchell
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CT bill #HB07139 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An Act Concerning The Duties Of State Marshals And The Activities Undertaken By The State Marshal Commission And The State Marshals Advisory Board.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive revisions to statutes governing state marshals, their duties, and the oversight bodies that regulate them. The bill increases the required personal liability insurance for state marshals from $100,000 to $250,000 per person and from $300,000 to $500,000 for damages to multiple persons. It reduces the maximum number of state marshals allowed in several Connecticut counties, with significant reductions in counties like Hartford, New Haven, and Windham. The bill establishes new requirements for the State Marshal Commission and State Marshals Advisory Board, including adopting regulations on professional standards, training, residency, and fitness for duty requirements. The legislation also introduces a new process for electronically transmitting legal documents to state marshals, including specific guidelines for format, transmission, and associated fees. Additionally, the bill clarifies rules around service of process, establishes new procedures for handling evictions and ejectments, and makes various technical amendments to improve the efficiency and professionalism of state marshals. The changes are set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and aim to modernize and streamline the operations of state marshals in Connecticut.
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Bill Summary: To make various revisions to statutes (1) prescribing the manner in which state marshals carry out their duties, including, but not limited to, permitting state marshals receive electronically transmitted documents for service, and (2) setting forth the responsibilities of the State Marshal Commission and the State Marshals Advisory Board.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Judiciary Committee, Laurie Sweet (D), Tom Delnicki (R), Ken Gucker (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: House Passed as Amended by House Amendment Schedule A
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MI bill #HB4222 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Education: safety; procedures for school emergency operations plans; modify. Amends sec. 1308b of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1308b).
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Michigan's school safety regulations by modifying requirements for school emergency operations plans. The bill extends the timeline for developing and updating emergency operations plans to July 1, 2026, with subsequent updates required every three years (instead of biennially). The bill now includes nonpublic schools in these requirements, though they can choose to opt out. The emergency operations plan must cover various scenarios like school violence, threats, bomb threats, fires, weather emergencies, intruders, and parent-student reunification. New provisions include a requirement to create a school crisis team by July 1, 2026, consisting of school leadership, resource officers, safety personnel, and other appropriate staff. The bill also adds a new requirement to address temporary locking devices in the emergency plan. Schools must review their plans in conjunction with local law enforcement and provide notice to the state department within 30 days of plan updates or reviews. The emergency operations plans and related information remain confidential and exempt from public disclosure. These changes aim to enhance school safety preparedness and create more comprehensive emergency response protocols across different types of educational institutions in Michigan.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled"The revised school code,"by amending section 1308b (MCL 380.1308b), as added by 2018 PA 436.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Kathy Schmaltz (R)*, Jaime Greene (R), Angela Rigas (R), Jason Woolford (R), Tom Kunse (R), Bill Schuette (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Kelly Breen (D), Rylee Linting (R), Luke Meerman (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Transmitted
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TX bill #HB3636 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to the payment of restitution by a person released on parole or to mandatory supervision.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies procedures related to restitution payments for crime victims, primarily focusing on improving tracking and disposition of unclaimed payments. Under the new provisions, if a victim does not claim restitution within three years of the initial payment (reduced from five years), or if the clerk cannot locate the victim for three consecutive years after making payments, the unclaimed funds will now be transferred to the compensation to victims of crimes fund, instead of being reported as abandoned property. The bill also requires the parole department to provide more detailed payment history when transferring restitution payments to county clerks, including dates, amounts, and addresses of past payments. Importantly, all information related to these transfers is deemed confidential and exempt from public disclosure. These changes aim to ensure more efficient handling of restitution payments and protect victims' privacy by providing a clear process for managing unclaimed funds. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the payment of restitution by a person released on parole or to mandatory supervision.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Will Metcalf (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Laid on the table subject to call
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TX bill #HB2802 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to the administration of, contributions to, and benefits under retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill relates to comprehensive changes in the retirement system for firefighters in certain municipalities, primarily focusing on creating two distinct membership groups (Group A and Group B) with different retirement benefits and contribution structures. The key provisions include establishing separate rules for firefighters who were members before January 1, 2026 (Group A) and those who become members on or after that date (Group B), with notable differences in retirement benefits, cost-of-living adjustments, interest crediting, and contribution rates. The bill introduces a complex risk-sharing valuation process for municipal contributions, creates a new board composition that includes a public member, modifies the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) rules, and establishes more stringent requirements for cost-of-living adjustments. The changes aim to improve the long-term financial sustainability of the firefighters' pension fund by introducing more flexible contribution mechanisms, creating clearer membership categories, and providing a structured approach to managing the fund's actuarial health. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, with most substantive changes impacting firefighters who become members on or after January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the administration of, contributions to, and benefits under retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 05/02/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : John Bucy (D)*, Donna Howard (D)*, Giovanni Capriglione (R)*, Charles Schwertner (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Recommended for local & uncontested calendar
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CA bill #AB289 • Last Action 05/14/2025
State highway work zone speed safety program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the California Department of Transportation to establish a state highway work zone speed safety program using up to 75 speed safety systems to enforce speed limits in highway construction and maintenance zones until January 1, 2032. The program will use automated cameras to capture photographs of rear license plates of vehicles traveling 11 miles per hour or more over the speed limit, with civil penalties ranging from $50 to $500 depending on the speed of the violation. Before implementing the program, the department must conduct a public information campaign, issue warning notices for the first 60 days, and develop comprehensive guidelines in consultation with the California Highway Patrol and stakeholder organizations. The bill requires the department to submit annual reports to the Legislature evaluating the program's impact on work zone safety, including data on speeding violations, traffic collisions, and enforcement activities. To address equity concerns, the bill provides reduced fines for low-income individuals and establishes a payment plan option. Revenues generated from citations will be deposited in a new Safe Highway Work Zone Account and used to fund the program and related enforcement efforts. The legislation emphasizes protecting highway workers' safety by using automated speed enforcement as a method to reduce speeding in work zones and minimize potential worker injuries and fatalities.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 70615 of the Government Code, and to add and repeal Article 5 (commencing with Section 22445) of Chapter 7 of Division 11 of the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Matt Haney (D)*, Patrick Ahrens (D), Laurie Davies (R), John Harabedian (D), Rhodesia Ransom (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Hearing postponed by committee.
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CA bill #AB1280 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Energy.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes and expands several programs related to energy decarbonization, grid support, and industrial facility improvements. Specifically, the bill authorizes the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank (I-Bank) to provide financial assistance for new climate catalyst projects focused on decarbonizing industrial facilities' heat and power usage, including industrial heat pump and thermal energy storage projects. The bill renames the existing Industrial Grid Support and Decarbonization Program to the Industrial Decarbonization and Improvement of Grid Operations Program, expanding its purposes to include reducing health-harming pollutants. It also creates an Industrial Facilities Thermal Energy Storage Program within the Long-Duration Energy Storage Program to provide financial incentives for projects that decarbonize industrial heat and power use. The bill adds new requirements for eligible projects, such as creating high-road jobs, including project labor agreements, and prioritizing projects in under-resourced communities. Additionally, the bill requires projects from facilities with air permit violations to develop pollution remediation plans and gives preference to projects that develop community benefit funds or agreements. The legislation aims to support California's clean energy goals by providing financial incentives and support for industrial decarbonization efforts while also addressing environmental justice and community impact concerns.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 63048.93 of the Government Code, and to amend Sections 25640, 25641, 25642, 25645, 25662, 25662.2, and 25662.4 of, and to amend the heading of Article 2 (commencing with Section 25662) of Chapter 7.6 of Division 15 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to energy.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Robert Garcia (D)*, Rick Zbur (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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TX bill #HB2253 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to the authority to cancel certain elections on a measure to authorize the issuance of bonds.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Election Code to provide specific circumstances under which local government authorities can cancel an election for bond issuance during a declared disaster. Specifically, if the governor issues a disaster declaration at least 90 days before an election, the governing body of the authority can cancel the election if they determine it is necessary due to potential damage to the election system, risks to election workers, or potential harm to voters. The bill requires the governing body to hold an open public meeting to deliberate the election cancellation, providing reasonable notice and allowing public and press observation. The bill also updates the notice requirements for election cancellations, instructing authorities to post notices at polling places and allowing county election officers to use a single combined notice for multiple authorities canceling elections. These changes provide local governments with more flexibility to protect election integrity and public safety during disaster situations, while maintaining transparency in the decision-making process.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the authority to cancel certain elections on a measure to authorize the issuance of bonds.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 05/06/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Salman Bhojani (D)*, Mike Schofield (R)*, Mano DeAyala (R)*, John Bucy (D)*, Richard Raymond (D)*, Terri Leo-Wilson (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Received from the House
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ME bill #LD1288 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An Act to Amend Certain Provisions of Maine's Drug Laws Regarding Heroin, Fentanyl and Cocaine
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Maine's drug laws to modify definitions and penalties related to heroin, fentanyl, and cocaine. It introduces a new definition for "fold" as a piece of foil or material used to contain drugs in powder form, and expands the definition of "traffick" to include possessing 2 grams or more of heroin (or 90+ individual bags/containers) and 2 grams or more of fentanyl powder (or 90+ individual bags/containers). Similarly, the definition of "furnish" is expanded to include possessing more than 200 milligrams but less than 2 grams of heroin or fentanyl powder (or 45-89 individual bags/containers). The bill also adds provisions related to cocaine, such as making possession of 4 grams or more of cocaine base a trigger for trafficking inference, and classifying the trafficking or furnishing of 32 grams or more of cocaine base as aggravated offenses. Additionally, the bill removes previous provisions related to heroin and fentanyl powder in the context of trafficking and furnishing inferences. These changes aim to more precisely define and penalize drug-related offenses involving these specific substances.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends the provisions of the Maine Criminal Code regarding drugs by adding: 1. To the definition of "traffick" possessing 2 grams or more of heroin or 90 or more individual bags, folded foil or other material, packages, envelopes or containers of any kind containing heroin and possessing 2 grams or more of fentanyl powder or 90 or more individual bags, folded foil or other material, packages, envelopes or containers of any kind containing fentanyl powder; 2. To the definition of "furnish" possessing more than 200 milligrams but less than 2 grams of heroin or at least 45 but fewer than 90 individual bags, folded foil or other material, packages, envelopes or containers of any kind containing heroin and possessing more than 200 milligrams but less than 2 grams of fentanyl powder or at least 45 but fewer than 90 individual bags, folded foil or other material, packages, envelopes or containers of any kind containing fentanyl powder; 3. The possession of 4 grams or more of cocaine in the form of cocaine base to the law that allows a court to infer under the Maine Rules of Evidence, Rule 303, that a person is unlawfully trafficking in scheduled drugs; 4. To the crime of aggravated trafficking in a scheduled drug the trafficking of cocaine in the form of cocaine base in a quantity of 32 grams or more; 5. To the crime of aggravated furnishing of a scheduled drug the furnishing of cocaine in the form of cocaine base in a quantity of 32 grams or more; and 6. The possession of 2 grams or more of cocaine base to the law that allows a court to infer under the Maine Rules of Evidence, Rule 303, that a person is unlawfully furnishing scheduled drugs. The bill also removes heroin and fentanyl powder from the provisions in the laws governing unlawful trafficking and unlawful furnishing regarding the permissible inference under the Maine Rules of Evidence, Rule 303.
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• Introduced: 03/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 4 : David Haggan (R)*, Scott Cyrway (R), Bob Nutting (R), Chad Perkins (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/24/2025
• Last Action: Unfinished Business
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CT bill #SB00004 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An Act Concerning Energy Affordability, Access And Accountability.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to improve energy affordability, access, and accountability in Connecticut through several key provisions. It establishes a competitive funding program for advanced nuclear reactor and offshore wind energy site readiness, providing grants and loans to eligible recipients like municipalities, tribes, and educational institutions to support environmental studies, infrastructure assessments, and community engagement. The bill also modifies regulations around nuclear power facility construction, requiring federal waste disposal approval or municipal consent for new facilities. Additionally, the legislation creates a utility-scale renewable thermal energy network program that requires gas companies to develop pilot projects for innovative heating and cooling networks, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and exploring alternative energy infrastructure. The bill introduces new protections for electric distribution company customers during emergencies, including credits for extended service outages and compensation for spoiled food and medications. It also mandates the creation of emergency service restoration planning committees with significant line worker representation and requires the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to evaluate medical hardship protections for utility customers. These provisions collectively seek to enhance energy system resilience, explore clean energy alternatives, and provide greater consumer protections in Connecticut's utility sector.
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Bill Summary: To improve service and reduce costs for electricity ratepayers in the state.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 28 : Energy and Technology Committee, Martin Looney (D)*, Bob Duff (D)*, Saud Anwar (D)*, Jorge Cabrera (D)*, Christine Cohen (D)*, Mae Flexer (D)*, Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox (D)*, Herron Gaston (D)*, Joan Hartley (D)*, Jan Hochadel (D)*, Paul Honig (D)*, Julie Kushner (D)*, Matt Lesser (D)*, Rick Lopes (D)*, Ceci Maher (D)*, James Maroney (D)*, Martha Marx (D)*, Doug McCrory (D)*, Pat Miller (D)*, Norm Needleman (D)*, Cathy Osten (D)*, M.D. Rahman (D)*, Derek Slap (D)*, Gary Winfield (D)*, Geraldo Reyes (D), Rebecca Martinez (D), Hubert Delany (D), Fred Gee (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/31/2025
• Last Action: Immediate Transmittal
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MI bill #SB0172 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Appropriations: department of natural resources; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates funds for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with a total gross appropriation of $636,327,000. The bill breaks down funding across several key divisions and initiatives, including departmental administration, communication and customer services, wildlife management, fisheries management, law enforcement, parks and recreation, forest resources, and various grant programs. The funding comes from multiple sources, including federal revenues, state restricted funds, and the state general fund. Major allocations include $115.7 million for state parks, $55.9 million for wildlife management, $46.9 million for fisheries management, and $58.2 million for law enforcement. The bill also includes provisions for one-time appropriations like $15 million for dam safety and management, and establishes guidelines for grant recipients, reporting requirements, and other administrative details. The appropriation supports a wide range of DNR activities, from managing state forests and wildlife to providing recreational facilities and supporting conservation efforts.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of natural resources for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/15/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : John Cherry (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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NV bill #SB322 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Revises provisions relating to the Board of Regents of the University of Nevada. (BDR 34-764)
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires each member of the Nevada Board of Regents to complete 6 hours of professional development training during the first and third years of their term, with a comprehensive list of potential training topics including Open Meeting Law, eliminating bias in higher education, public records laws, campus safety, ethics, understanding the higher education system, Board member duties, government branch interactions, financial management, institutional accreditation, fiduciary responsibilities, employment laws, parliamentary procedures, academic freedom, and executive officer recruitment. Members must specifically receive instruction on the Open Meeting Law and eliminating bias each year they are required to train. The Board's Secretary is responsible for assisting members in completing the training, arranging expert instructors, and publicly posting notices if members fail to complete the required training. Additionally, members will receive compensation equivalent to their meeting salary for up to 18 hours of training completed outside of Board meetings, with 3 hours of training earning the same compensation as a single Board meeting. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2026, and aims to enhance the professional knowledge and capabilities of Nevada Board of Regents members.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to higher education; requiring each member of the Board of Regents of the University of Nevada to complete certain training for professional development; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 2 : Angela Taylor (D)*, Alexis Hansen (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: From committee: Do pass.
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TX bill #HB1794 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to the carrying of concealed handguns by handgun license holders on the premises of certain polling places on the day of an election or while early voting is in progress.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies existing Texas law regarding firearm restrictions at polling places by allowing licensed concealed handgun carriers to bring their weapons to polling locations during elections and early voting, with two specific conditions: the person must have a valid license to carry a concealed handgun under Subchapter H, Chapter 411 of the Government Code, and they must not be carrying any other weapons prohibited by the existing statute. Currently, the law completely prohibits firearms at polling places on election days or during early voting periods. The bill creates an exception to this blanket prohibition, effectively expanding the rights of handgun license holders to carry concealed weapons while voting. Importantly, the changes will only apply to offenses committed on or after September 1, 2025, which is the bill's specified effective date. This modification represents a nuanced adjustment to existing firearm restrictions, balancing individual carrying rights with potential concerns about weapons at voting locations by implementing specific qualifying conditions for weapon possession.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the carrying of concealed handguns by handgun license holders on the premises of certain polling places on the day of an election or while early voting is in progress.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Carl Tepper (R)*, Terry Wilson (R)*, Hillary Hickland (R), Lacey Hull (R), Carrie Isaac (R), Terri Leo-Wilson (R), Candy Noble (R), Joanne Shofner (R), David Spiller (R), Cody Vasut (R), Wesley Virdell (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Received from the House
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TX bill #HB1893 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to the disclosure under the public information law of a motor vehicle license plate number captured in a video recording obtained or maintained by a law enforcement agency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies the rules for disclosing license plate numbers captured in law enforcement video recordings under Texas public information laws. Specifically, the bill amends two existing statutes to explicitly state that license plate numbers visually or audibly recorded by law enforcement agencies are not considered confidential information and can be included when such video recordings are released in response to public information requests. The legislation removes previous restrictions that might have required agencies to redact or protect license plate numbers, meaning law enforcement agencies can now release video recordings containing license plate numbers without having to edit or obscure those numbers. However, the bill does not prevent law enforcement from invoking other legal exceptions to information disclosure if applicable. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, providing agencies and the public clear guidance on handling license plate information in law enforcement video recordings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the disclosure under the public information law of a motor vehicle license plate number captured in a video recording obtained or maintained by a law enforcement agency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : David Cook (R)*, Candy Noble (R)*, Tony Tinderholt (R)*, Salman Bhojani (D)*, Giovanni Capriglione (R)*, Phil King (R)*, Penny Morales Shaw (D), Mihaela Plesa (D), Joanne Shofner (R), Royce West (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed
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CA bill #AB395 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Holidays.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to promote inclusivity and cultural sensitivity by requiring educational institutions and state agencies to make reasonable efforts to avoid scheduling important events on religious, cultural, or ancestral holidays. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, K-12 school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools must consider avoiding scheduling the first day of class and high school graduation on dates that might prevent public participation due to religious or cultural observances. Similarly, California State University and Community Colleges will be required, and the University of California will be requested, to make similar considerations when developing academic calendars for events like student orientation, move-in days, exams, and term start/end dates. The bill also extends to state agencies, which must avoid conducting meetings or conferences on significant religious holidays such as Eid al-Adha, Rosh Hashanah, and Diwali. Local agencies are encouraged to do the same. In all cases, institutions are required to actively seek input from affected communities and campus organizations to ensure inclusive planning. The bill recognizes that by promoting awareness and accommodation of diverse cultural and religious observances, it can enhance public participation and align with civil rights principles.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 37224 to, and to add Article 12 (commencing with Section 66095) to Chapter 2 of Part 40 of Division 5 of Title 3 of, the Education Code, and to amend Sections 11131 and 54961 of the Government Code, relating to holidays.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 03/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Jesse Gabriel (D)*, Jasmeet Bains (D), Rebecca Bauer-Kahan (D), Heather Hadwick (R), Henry Stern (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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OK bill #SB391 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Opioid overdose fatalities; dissolving Overdose Fatality Review Board; providing for Attorney General oversight. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill dissolves the Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board and transfers its responsibilities to the Attorney General's Office, effectively shifting the oversight of opioid overdose death investigations from the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services to the Attorney General. The Attorney General will now be responsible for coordinating efforts to address overdose deaths, conducting case reviews for opioid-related deaths of individuals 18 and older, collecting and analyzing data on opioid overdose deaths, developing databases, and improving policies to prevent fatal overdoses. The bill maintains the board's previous key functions, such as requesting and obtaining records from various agencies, maintaining confidentiality of information, conducting case reviews, and submitting annual reports to state leadership. The Attorney General is granted the flexibility to assign these duties to assistants or employees and can enter into agreements with other state, local, or private entities to carry out these responsibilities. The bill also repeals the section defining the board's membership and sets an effective date of July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause to ensure immediate implementation for public health and safety purposes.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 391 By: Bergstrom of the Senate and Kendrix of the House An Act relating to public health and safety; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2-1001, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 91, O.S.L. 2023, and 2-1003 (63 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2-1001), which relate to the Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board; transferring Board duties to the Office of the Attorney General; conforming language; requiring furnishing of certain reports; providing for designation of certain duties to certain employees and contractors; repealing 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-1002, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 324, O.S.L. 2024 (63 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2-1002), which relates to membership of the Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board operations
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 01/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Micheal Bergstrom (R)*, Gerrid Kendrix (R)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/14/2025
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VT bill #H0474 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An act relating to miscellaneous changes to election law
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several changes to Vermont's election laws across multiple areas. It requires the Secretary of State to submit reports on two specific election-related feasibility studies: one on permanently implementing ranked-choice voting for presidential primaries by January 2026, and another on permitting electronic ballot returns for specific voter groups by November 2026. The bill prohibits a candidate who loses a major party primary from appearing on the general election ballot as an independent or with another party. It also allows candidates to voluntarily provide additional demographic information (such as gender, age, or race/ethnicity), which would be kept confidential and only published in aggregate form. The bill modifies write-in candidate rules, requiring them to file consent forms in advance and setting new thresholds for qualifying as primary winners. Additionally, it includes provisions for auditing voter checklists in municipalities with split district boundaries, changes the composition of recount committees by requiring disinterested parties, and makes various technical modifications to campaign finance reporting, local election procedures, and election-related deadlines. The bill also makes changes to how vacancies in municipal offices are handled and clarifies rules about constables and local elections.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to require the Secretary of State to report on the feasibility of permanently instituting ranked-choice voting for presidential primary elections. It proposes to prohibit a major political party from nominating a candidate for a general election if that party failed to nominate a candidate during the primary election. This bill proposes to prohibit a candidate who loses a major party primary for any office from appearing on the general election ballot for the same office for which the candidate lost in the primary election as an independent candidate or representing any other party. It proposes to require the Secretary of State to report on the feasibility of permitting electronic ballot return for voters who are ill, injured, or have a disability; military and overseas voters; and voters who participate in the Secretary of State’s Address Confidentiality Program. This bill proposes to permit candidates to provide additional demographic information. It proposes to require write-in candidates to file consent of candidacy forms in advance of an election and to increase the minimum thresholds for write-in candidates in primary elections. This bill proposes to H.474 make various modifications to campaign finance reporting and requirements. It proposes to require town clerks and boards of civil authority to perform audits to voter checklists for Representative districts and Senatorial districts that split municipal boundaries. This bill proposes to, in the event of a contested election and recount, require candidates to nominate disinterested parties to a recount committee and prohibit the Superior Court from appointing nominees to the recount committee if they are an interested party. It also proposes to modify deadlines for various State and local election procedures.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 03/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Government Operations Hearing (00:00:00 5/14/2025 )
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CA bill #AB1103 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Controlled substances: research.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the existing regulations surrounding the Research Advisory Panel's review and approval of research projects involving Schedule I and Schedule II controlled substances in California. The bill requires the panel to review research projects that involve administering these controlled substances to human and animal subjects, and introduces an expedited review process for projects that meet specific criteria, such as having independent peer review, FDA approval (for human subject studies), institutional review board approval, and DEA research registration. The panel chairperson can now assign two or more panel members to review and approve research projects without a full panel vote, potentially streamlining the approval process. The bill also extends the panel's ability to hold closed sessions to discuss sensitive research project information until January 1, 2028, and requires the panel to report annually to the Legislature and Governor about approved research projects. The legislation aims to encourage and facilitate controlled substance research while maintaining rigorous safety and ethical standards, providing a mechanism for the panel to withdraw approval for research projects if there are substantial concerns about subject safety or potential substance diversion. The bill includes provisions to protect the confidentiality of research project information and ensure the privacy of research subjects.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 11126 of the Government Code, and to amend Sections 11213, 11480, and 11480.5 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 11481 of, to add Section 11480.3 to, and to add, repeal, and add Section 11480.1 of, the Health and Safety Code, relating to controlled substances.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 03/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Ward (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: From committee: Do pass. (Ayes 15. Noes 0.) (May 14).
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RI bill #S0740 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Creates process for individual to voluntarily be either temporarily or indefinitely added to a list restricting their rights to purchase or possess firearms.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a voluntary firearm restriction program that allows individuals to temporarily or indefinitely limit their own ability to purchase or possess firearms as a suicide prevention measure. Under the proposed law, an individual can request to be placed on either a temporary list (lasting 180 days) or an indefinite list, which would prevent them from buying or possessing firearms. To be added to the list, the person must complete a form either in person at a local law enforcement agency or through a healthcare provider, providing personal information and signing an acknowledgment of the restrictions. For the temporary list, the individual can request removal after 30 days, while the indefinite list requires a 90-day waiting period before removal. If the person has a concealed carry permit, it will be suspended while on the list. All records related to the voluntary restriction will be kept confidential and destroyed upon the individual's removal from the list or expiration of the temporary restriction period. The bill aims to provide a proactive tool for individuals who are concerned about their mental health or potential risk of self-harm to voluntarily restrict their access to firearms.
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Bill Summary: This act would create a process for an individual to voluntarily be either temporarily or indefinitely added to a list restricting their rights to purchase or possess firearms. The individual may also request removal from the restricted list and all individual records related to the person's inclusion on the list would be destroyed and not subject to the access to public records act. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Bridget Valverde (D)*, Pam Lauria (D), Val Lawson (D), Alana DiMario (D), Linda Ujifusa (D), Melissa Murray (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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CA bill #AB1138 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Income and corporate taxes: tax credits: motion pictures.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends California's tax credit program for the motion picture industry to enhance and expand existing incentives for film and television production in the state. Beginning January 1, 2025, the bill increases the tax credit percentage from 20-25% to 35-40% for qualified motion picture productions, depending on the type of production and location. The bill expands the definition of "qualified motion picture" to include live action and animated series with episodes averaging at least 20 minutes, animated films, and large-scale competition shows. The aggregate amount of credits that may be allocated annually will increase from $330 million to $750 million, with slight adjustments to the allocation percentages for different types of productions. The bill also introduces more flexible provisions for recurring television series, including a new method for calculating subsequent season allocations and requiring series to reapply for credits if they do not request an allocation within 18 months. Additionally, the bill strengthens diversity requirements by introducing a diversity workplan and potential additional credit percentages for meeting diversity goals. The legislation aims to maintain California's competitiveness in film and television production by offering more attractive tax incentives and supporting workforce development through a Career Pathways Training program. The bill requires a two-thirds majority vote in the Legislature due to its tax implications.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 17053.98, 17053.98.1, 23698, and 23698.1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 16 : Isaac Bryan (D)*, Sharon Quirk-Silva (D)*, Rick Zbur (D)*, Ben Allen (D), Caroline Menjivar (D), Sasha Perez (D), Henry Stern (D), Josh Becker (D), Jessica Caloza (D), Sade Elhawary (D), John Harabedian (D), Mark González (D), Tina McKinnor (D), Susan Rubio (D), Nick Schultz (D), Suzette Martinez Valladares (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Hearing postponed by committee.
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CA bill #AB1018 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Automated decision systems.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive regulations for the development and deployment of automated decision systems (ADS) that make consequential decisions affecting individuals in areas such as employment, education, housing, healthcare, financial services, and more. The bill defines an ADS as a computational process using machine learning, statistical modeling, or artificial intelligence that generates simplified outputs like scores or recommendations that materially impact people's lives. Developers of covered ADS must conduct performance evaluations that assess the system's accuracy, potential disparate impacts, and reliability, and must provide detailed documentation to deployers. Beginning January 1, 2027, deployers will be required to provide subjects of consequential decisions with clear disclosures about the ADS, offer opportunities to opt out, correct personal information, and appeal decisions. The bill mandates third-party audits for ADS used to make decisions impacting more than 5,999 people over three years and allows public entities like the Attorney General to bring civil actions for non-compliance, with potential penalties of up to $25,000 per violation. The legislation aims to increase transparency and accountability in the use of artificial intelligence-driven decision-making systems while protecting individual rights and preventing discriminatory outcomes.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 24.6 (commencing with Section 22756) to Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 51 of the Civil Code, and to add Article 3 (commencing with Section 12959) to Chapter 6 of Part 2.8 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, relating to artificial intelligence.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Rebecca Bauer-Kahan (D)*, Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D), Isaac Bryan (D), Liz Ortega (D), Chris Ward (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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ME bill #LD1224 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An Act to Comprehensively Protect Consumer Privacy
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Maine Consumer Privacy Act, which establishes comprehensive privacy protections for Maine residents' personal data. The law will take effect on July 1, 2026, and applies to businesses that process personal data of a significant number of consumers or derive substantial revenue from data sales. The bill gives consumers several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being processed, request corrections or deletions, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain types of profiling. Controllers (businesses collecting data) must obtain explicit consent before processing sensitive data, which includes information about race, health, sexual orientation, precise location, and data about children. The bill prohibits discriminatory data processing and requires businesses to implement reasonable data security practices. Businesses must provide clear privacy notices explaining data collection and processing practices. Enforcement is exclusively handled by the Attorney General, who must provide a 30-day notice period for businesses to cure potential violations before taking legal action. The law creates a Maine Privacy Fund to support enforcement activities, and the Attorney General is required to submit a report by February 1, 2027, detailing the implementation and effectiveness of the Act. Notably, the bill does not create a private right of action, meaning individuals cannot sue directly for violations.
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Bill Summary: This bill enacts the Maine Consumer Privacy Act, which takes effect July 1, 2026. The Act regulates the collection, use, processing, disclosure, sale and deletion of nonpublicly available personal data that is linked or reasonably linkable to an individual who is a resident of the State, referred to in the Act as a "consumer," by a person that conducts business in this State or that produces products or services targeted to residents of this State, referred to in the Act as a "controller." Under the Act, a controller must limit the collection of personal data to what is adequate, relevant and reasonably necessary in relation to the purposes for which the controller processes that data, as disclosed in a privacy notice specifying the categories of personal data processed by the controller, the purposes for processing the personal data, the categories of personal data transferred to 3rd parties and the categories of 3rd parties to whom personal data is shared. A consumer has the right, under the Act, to confirm whether a controller is processing the consumer's personal data; to require the controller to correct inaccuracies in or delete the consumer's personal data; to obtain a copy of the consumer's personal data; and to opt out of the processing of the consumer's personal data for purposes of targeted advertising, sale or profiling in furtherance of decisions about the consumer's access to financial or lending services, housing, insurance, education, criminal justice, employment opportunities, health care services and essential goods and services. The privacy notice must describe how a consumer may exercise these rights. The controller must obtain the affirmative, informed consent of a consumer before processing the consumer's sensitive data, including data revealing the consumer's race or ethnic origins, religious beliefs, medical history or mental or physical health conditions or diagnoses, sexual orientation or citizenship or immigration status; genetic or biometric data used to uniquely identify an individual; precise geolocation data; data of a known child who has not attained 13 years of age; or data concerning the consumer's status as the victim of a crime. If the controller knows that the consumer has not attained 13 years of age, the controller may not process the consumer's data for any purpose without parental consent. If the controller knows or willfully disregards that the consumer is at least 13 years of age but has not attained 16 years of age, the controller may not process the consumer's data for targeted advertising and must obtain the consumer's consent before processing the consumer's data for sale. The Act prohibits a controller from processing data in a manner that discriminates against a person in violation of state or federal law. A controller is also prohibited from retaliating against a consumer for exercising the consumer's rights under the Act, except that a controller may offer different prices or selection of goods in connection with a consumer's voluntary participation in a bona fide loyalty or discount program. A controller must establish, implement and maintain reasonable data security practices. Beginning July 1, 2026, if a controller engages in a data processing activity that presents a heightened risk of harm to a consumer, including processing any data for targeted advertising, sale or profiling or any processing of sensitive data, the controller must conduct and document a data protection assessment to identify and weigh the benefits and potential risks of the processing activity. The controller may be required to disclose the data protection assessment to the Attorney General, who must keep it confidential, when the assessment is relevant to an investigation conducted by the Attorney General. The provisions of the Act do not apply to specifically enumerated persons, including the State, political subdivisions of the State and federally recognized Indian tribes in the State; financial institutions or their affiliates subject to the federal Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act that are directly and solely engaged in financial activities; state-licensed and authorized insurers that are in compliance with applicable Maine laws governing insurer data security and data privacy; and persons that both processed the personal data of fewer than 25,000 consumers in the preceding calendar year and derived no more than 25% of gross revenue from the sale of personal data. The Act also does not apply to persons that controlled or processed the personal data for purposes other than completing payment transactions of fewer than 100,000 consumers in the preceding calendar year, except that, beginning January 1, 2028, this exception applies only to persons that controlled or processed the personal data for purposes other than completing payment transactions of fewer than 50,000 consumers in the preceding calendar year. In addition, the provisions of the Act do not apply to specifically enumerated types of data, including: nonpublic personal information regulated under the federal Gramm-Leach- Bliley Act; health care information protected under the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 22, section 1711-C; protected health information under the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996; personal data regulated by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974; data processed and maintained by the controller regarding an applicant for employment or employee to the extent the data is collected and used within the context of that role; and data necessary for the controller to administer benefits. The Maine Consumer Privacy Act also does not prohibit controllers from engaging in specifically enumerated activities, including complying with state or federal law; complying with investigations or subpoenas from governmental authorities including the Federal Government and the government of a state or a federally recognized Indian tribe in the State; cooperating with federal, state or tribal law enforcement agencies; providing a product or service specifically requested by the consumer; protecting life and physical safety of consumers and preventing or responding to security incidents; and conducting internal product research, effectuating a product recall or performing other internal operations aligned with the expectations of a consumer. Violations of the Act may be enforced exclusively by the Attorney General under the Maine Unfair Trade Practices Act. Absent a showing of immediate irreparable harm, the Attorney General is required to provide a potential defendant with at least 30 days' notice prior to initiating an enforcement action, during which time the potential defendant may cure any violation alleged in the notice. Any civil penalties, attorney's fees or costs awarded to the State for a violation of the Act must be deposited in the Maine Privacy Fund, which is established to provide funding for the enforcement staff and activities of the Department of the Attorney General. The Act further requires the Attorney General to submit a report by February 1, 2027 to the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over judiciary matters regarding the operation and implementation of the Act. The committee may report out legislation related to the report to the 133rd Legislature in 2027.
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• Introduced: 03/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Tiffany Roberts (D)*, Joe Baldacci (D), Bill Bridgeo (D), Amanda Collamore (R), Ed Crockett (D), Jim Dill (D), Stacey Guerin (R), Rachel Henderson (R), Marianne Moore (R), Holly Stover (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/24/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 5/14/2025 State House, Room 438)
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TX bill #HB638 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to a requirement that certain water districts make audio and video recordings of open meetings available on the Internet.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires water districts in Texas to record and make available online recordings of their open meetings, with different requirements based on the population of the county in which the district is located. Specifically, water districts located in counties with a population of 125,000 or more must create both video and audio recordings of regularly scheduled open meetings and make these recordings available on the internet. Water districts located in counties with less than 125,000 people must create audio recordings of their regularly scheduled open meetings and make these recordings available online. The bill amends the Government Code to add these new requirements for water districts, which are organized under Chapters 36, 49, or 60 of the Water Code. The changes will apply only to open meetings held on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, and are designed to increase transparency by providing public access to recordings of water district meetings via the internet.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to a requirement that certain water districts make audio and video recordings of open meetings available on the Internet.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Carl Tepper (R)*, Erin Zwiener (D)*, Carrie Isaac (R)*, Terri Leo-Wilson (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Received from the House
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MN bill #HF3325 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Data request and retention provisions modified, and fee waiver for certain data requests provided.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several provisions related to data practices and record retention in Minnesota. It introduces a new fee waiver process for government data requests, where state agencies must evaluate requests based on factors such as the public's understanding of government operations, the potential contribution to public knowledge, and whether the request is primarily for commercial interests. The bill also strengthens requirements for state agencies regarding data request responses, mandating that agencies provide a response within 30 days and report to the Legislative Commission on Data Practices if they cannot meet this timeline. Additionally, the bill expands the definition of "correspondence" to include various forms of electronic communication related to agency business and requires state agencies to digitize and retain correspondence for at least 25 years. The legislation also modifies provisions for the Records Disposition Panel, allowing more flexibility in record management and preservation. Finally, the bill adjusts the potential penalties for non-compliance with data practices, changing language from "may" to "shall" impose a civil penalty of up to $1,000 against government entities that fail to comply with data request regulations.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to data practices; modifying certain data request and retention provisions; providing a fee waiver for certain data requests; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 13.03, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 13.08, subdivision 4; 138.17, subdivisions 1, 7.
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• Introduced: 05/14/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Kristi Pursell (D)*, Leigh Finke (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
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CT bill #SB01356 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An Act Concerning Data Privacy, Online Monitoring, Social Media, Data Brokers And Connected Vehicle Services.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive data privacy and consumer protection legislation with multiple key provisions. The bill expands and refines consumer data privacy laws by modifying definitions, establishing new thresholds for data controllers, and creating enhanced protections for consumer data, particularly for minors and sensitive information. The bill requires businesses that meet certain data processing criteria to register as data brokers, implement strict data protection measures, and obtain consumer consent for processing personal data. It introduces new restrictions on how companies can collect, use, and sell personal data, with special provisions for minors' online privacy, including prohibitions on targeted advertising and precise geolocation tracking for underage users. Additionally, the bill includes a novel section on connected vehicle services that allows survivors of domestic violence to request termination of an abuser's access to vehicle-related digital services, providing a mechanism for protecting individuals from potential technological tracking or harassment. The legislation aims to give consumers more control over their personal data, increase transparency in data processing, and provide safeguards against potential misuse of personal information, with specific attention to protecting vulnerable populations like children and domestic violence survivors.
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Bill Summary: To (1) amend various laws concerning (A) consumer data privacy and online monitoring by (i) defining and redefining various terms, (ii) modifying the applicability threshold for controllers and processors, (iii) modifying the entity-level and data-level exemptions, and (iv) imposing additional requirements regarding disclosures and sales of personal data, sensitive data and consumer health data, (B) social media by (i) redefining "social media platform", and (ii) prohibiting a social media platform from requiring a parent to establish an account to submit certain requests concerning a minor, and (C) youth data privacy and online monitoring by (i) defining "know", (ii) eliminating a rebuttable presumption, and (iii) modifying the scope of permissible controller conduct, and (2) provide for the registration and regulation of data brokers.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate Passed as Amended by Senate Amendment Schedule A
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CA bill #AB1004 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Tribal financial information: public records: exemption.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends California law to create a new confidentiality protection for financial information provided by federally recognized Indian tribes to public agencies when seeking financial assistance. The legislation mandates that any financial records submitted by an Indian tribe as a condition of receiving grants, cooperative agreements, or other financial aid must be kept strictly confidential and not subject to public records disclosure. Each agreement between a public agency and an Indian tribe must now include a provision explicitly stating that the financial information will remain confidential. The bill's legislative findings emphasize the importance of respecting tribal sovereignty while allowing necessary financial information collection, effectively shielding tribal financial records from public inspection. By defining "financial assistance" broadly and applying these protections to all public agencies, the bill ensures comprehensive confidentiality for tribal financial information. The legislation also includes provisions that this is a matter of statewide concern, meaning it applies to all cities in California, including charter cities. If the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill imposes additional costs on local agencies, the state will be required to provide reimbursement for those mandated expenses.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 7930.205 of, and to add Chapter 5.7 (commencing with Section 8450) to Division 1 of Title 2 of, the Government Code, relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Greg Wallis (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on JUD.
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MI bill #SB0173 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Appropriations: general government; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill is an appropriations bill for the act creating the budget allocations for fiscal the state of Michigan for fiscal year 2025-This2. detailing funding for various state departments and agencies agencies including the from general fund, government, legislature, state agencies, and other governmental program areas. The bill covers comprehensive budget appropriacross multiple state sectors and functional divisions, with detailedaling details how specific amounts appropriallocations will be distributed distributed and utilizedised. The approprioutlines are itemallocations across critical government sytas the Department of Attorney General,. Civil Rights, Technology, Management, Treasury, and others, providing granular funding detailsign of sources and designated expend. A key component feature is revenueals the bill makes specreporting requirements for various departments, mandating accountability and transparency in state appropriations and expendi. The bill includes gross appropriation across approximately $5.4 billion,, with significant portions significant allocscoming from the stateades fund/generals purpose approprifund and specialized restricted revenue sources. streamsm provides a detailed, line-ingstic breakdown of funding allocallocations across numerous state government functions, ensuring operational continuity and fiscal strategic resource assignment for theades upcoming fiscal year. .
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the legislature, the executive, the department of the attorney general, the department of state, the department of treasury, the department of technology, management, and budget, the department of civil rights, and certain other state purposes for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/15/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : John Cherry (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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LA bill #HB399 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Provides with respect to the profession of dietetics and dieticians (RR INCREASE SG EX See Note)
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides comprehensive changes to the regulation of dietitians and nutritionists in Louisiana by establishing a Dietitian Licensure Compact. The bill creates a multi-state framework that allows licensed dietitians to practice across participating states more easily while maintaining rigorous professional standards. Key provisions include establishing a compact commission to oversee interstate practice, implementing a standardized licensing process, and creating a coordinated data system to track licensee information. The compact aims to increase public access to dietetics services, eliminate the need for multiple state licenses, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance states' ability to protect public health. It requires participating dietitians to meet specific educational and credentialing requirements, submit to criminal background checks, and comply with each state's practice laws. The bill also mandates that the compact commission develop rules for interstate practice, create a mechanism for dispute resolution, and establish protocols for investigating and taking adverse actions against licensees. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to support active military members and their spouses by allowing them flexibility in maintaining their home state license. The compact will become effective once seven states have enacted the legislation, creating a standardized approach to dietitian licensure across participating states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend and reenact R.S. 44:4.1(B)(24) and to enact R.S. 37:3085(7), 3086(C)(5), and Part II of Chapter 41 of Title 37 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, to
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• Introduced: 04/03/2025
• Added: 04/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Emily Chenevert (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Received in the Senate. Read first time by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.
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CA bill #AB973 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Recycling: plastic trash bags: plastic packaging and products.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to update California's recycling regulations for plastic packaging and products by establishing a new comprehensive program to increase the use of postconsumer recycled content in plastic products. Starting July 1, 2026, manufacturers of covered plastic products (including rigid plastic containers, rigid plastic products, and film plastics) will be required to register annually with the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery and pay a registration charge. By January 1, 2028, manufacturers must ensure that their products contain at least 30% postconsumer recycled content by weight, with some variations for specific product categories like rigid plastic containers (25%) and plastic trash bags (10%). The bill introduces third-party certification requirements beginning January 1, 2029, and allows manufacturers to apply for two-year waivers under certain circumstances, such as technological limitations or supply constraints. Manufacturers who fail to meet the recycled content requirements will be subject to administrative civil penalties, which start at 40 cents per pound of virgin material used. The legislation also includes provisions for confidential information protection, reporting requirements, and the continued use of the Rigid Container Account to support recycling infrastructure and market development. The bill's broader goals include reducing energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and reliance on virgin fossil fuels while creating jobs in the recycling sector.
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Bill Summary: An act to repeal Chapter 5.4 (commencing with Section 42290) of Part 3 of Division 30 of, and to repeal and add Chapter 5.5 (commencing with Section 42300) of Part 3 of Division 30 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to recycling.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Josh Hoover (R)*, Marc Berman (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #AB427 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Social workers: interstate compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes and ratifies the Social Work Licensure Compact, which creates a multi-state licensing framework for social workers. The compact allows licensed social workers to obtain a multistate license that enables them to practice in multiple member states without obtaining additional individual state licenses. To be eligible for a multistate license, social workers must meet specific requirements based on their professional category (bachelor's, master's, or clinical), including educational credentials, passing a qualifying national exam, and completing supervised practice hours. The bill creates a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to manage the interstate system, which will develop a coordinated data system to track licensee information, adverse actions, and investigative data. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce licensing bureaucracy, address workforce shortages, support military families, and facilitate the exchange of licensure information among states. The bill specifies that a social worker must adhere to the laws and regulations of the state where the client is located, and each member state retains the authority to take adverse action against a licensee practicing within its borders. The compact will become operational once seven states have enacted the legislation, and California's participation is contingent upon the Board of Behavioral Sciences voting in favor of joining and the Director of Consumer Affairs certifying that vote.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 4996 of, and to add Article 6 (commencing with Section 4998.10) to Chapter 14 of Division 2 of, the Business and Professions Code, relating to healing arts.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 03/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Corey Jackson (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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FL bill #S0700 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses numerous aspects of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, making changes across a wide range of areas. Here's a comprehensive summary: This bill makes extensive modifications to Florida statutes affecting agricultural, consumer services, and related regulatory domains. Key provisions include establishing new programs and regulations such as a Petroleum Registration program, a Florida Retail Fuel Transfer Switch Modernization Grant Program, and a Florida Farmer Financial Protection Act. The bill creates restrictions on financial institutions' treatment of agricultural producers, prohibits discrimination based on ESG (environmental, social, and governance) factors, and establishes new rules for housing agricultural workers. It addresses drone usage, mail theft, electric vehicle charging stations, and charitable organization registrations. The bill also makes technical changes to various existing laws, such as modifying definitions, updating licensing procedures, and repealing outdated statutes related to mosquito control and boll weevil eradication. Additionally, the bill creates new consumer protections, such as prohibiting the mislabeling of plant-based products as milk, meat, or eggs, and establishes guidelines for mail theft and fuel theft. Most provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025, providing state agencies and businesses time to prepare for the new regulations.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; providing that certain positions in the department are exempt from the Career Service System; amending s. 163.3162, F.S.; defining terms; prohibiting governmental entities from adopting or enforcing any legislation that inhibits the construction of housing for legally verified agricultural workers on agricultural land operated as a bona fide farm; requiring that the construction or installation of such housing units on agricultural lands satisfies certain criteria; requiring that local ordinances comply with certain regulations; authorizing governmental entities to adopt local land use regulations that are less restrictive; requiring property owners to maintain certain records for a specified timeframe; requiring that use of a housing site be discontinued and authorizing the removal of such a site under certain circumstances; specifying applicability of permit allocation systems in certain areas of critical state concern; authorizing the continued use of housing sites constructed before the effective date of the act if certain conditions are met; requiring the department to adopt certain rules; providing for enforcement; requiring the department to submit certain information to the State Board of Immigration Enforcement on a certain schedule; amending s. 201.25, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 253.0341, F.S.; authorizing the department to surplus certain lands determined to be suitable for bona fide agricultural production; requiring the department to consult with the Department of Environmental Protection before making such determination; requiring the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to retain a rural lands-protection easement for all surplused lands and deposit all proceeds into a specified trust fund; requiring the department to provide a report of lands surplused to the board of trustees; providing that certain lands are ineligible to be surplused; providing for retroactive applicability; amending s. 330.41, F.S.; defining terms; prohibiting a person from knowingly or willfully performing certain actions on lands classified as agricultural; providing criminal penalties; providing applicability; prohibiting a person from knowingly or willfully performing certain actions on private property, state wildlife management lands, or a sport shooting and training range; providing criminal penalties; providing applicability; creating s. 366.20, F.S.; requiring that certain lands acquired or owned by an electric utility by a certain date be offered for fee simple acquisition by the department before the land may be offered for sale or transfer to a private individual or entity; requiring an electric utility to issue a written intent to sell through certified mail to the Commissioner of Agriculture within a specified timeframe before offering to sell or transferring certain lands; authorizing the commissioner to issue a written intent to purchase via certified mail within a specified timeframe after receipt of such written intent to sell; requiring the electric utility to be released from certain provisions under certain circumstances; requiring that certain offers accepted and received by the department within a specified timeframe be executed no later than a certain date; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 366.94, F.S.; defining the term “electric vehicle charging station”; authorizing the department to adopt rules; requiring local governmental entities to issue permits for electric vehicle charging stations based on specified standards and provisions of law; requiring that an electric vehicle charger be registered with the department before being placed into service for use by the public; providing the department with certain authority relating to electric vehicle charging stations; providing a penalty; authorizing the department to issue an immediate final order to an electric vehicle charging station under certain circumstances; providing that the department may bring an action to enjoin a violation of specified provisions or rules; requiring the court to issue a temporary or permanent injunction under certain circumstances; amending s. 388.011, F.S.; revising the definition of the terms “board of commissioners” and “district”; defining the term “program”; amending s. 388.021, F.S.; making a technical change; amending s. 388.181, F.S.; authorizing programs to perform specified actions; amending s. 388.201, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; requiring that the tentative work plan budget covering the proposed operations and requirements for arthropod control measures show the estimated amount to be raised by county, municipality, or district taxes; requiring that county commissioners’ or a similar governing body’s mosquito control budget be made and adopted pursuant to specified provisions and requiring that summary figures be incorporated into the county budgets as prescribed by the department; amending s. 388.241, F.S.; providing that certain rights, powers, and duties be vested in the board of county commissioners or similar governing body of a county, or municipality; amending s. 388.261, F.S.; increasing the maximum annual amount that a county, municipality, or district may receive, without contributing matching funds, in state funds, supplies, services, or equipment for a certain number of years for any new program for the control of mosquitos and other arthropods which serves an area not previously served by a county, municipality, or district; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.271, F.S.; requiring each program participating in arthropod control activities to file a tentative integrated arthropod management plan with the department by a specified date; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.281, F.S.; requiring that all funds, supplies, and services released to programs be used in accordance with the integrated arthropod management plan and certified budget; requiring that such integrated arthropod management plan and certified budget be approved by both the department and the board of county commissioners or an appropriate representative; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.291, F.S.; providing that a program may perform certain source reduction measures in any area providing that the department has approved the operating or construction plan as outlined in the integrated arthropod management plan; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.301, F.S.; revising the schedule by which state funds for the control of mosquitos and other arthropods may be paid; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.311, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.321, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.322, F.S.; requiring the department to maintain a record and inventory of certain property purchased with state funds for arthropod control use; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.323, F.S.; requiring that certain equipment no longer needed by a program be first offered for sale to other programs engaged in arthropod control at a specified price; requiring that all proceeds from the sale of certain property owned by a program and purchased using state funds be deposited in the program’s state fund account; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.341, F.S.; requiring a program receiving state aid to submit a monthly report of all expenditures from all funds for arthropod control by a specified timeframe as may be required by the department; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.351, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.361, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.3711, F.S.; revising the department’s enforcement powers; amending s. 388.381, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.391, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.401, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.46, F.S.; revising the composition of the Florida Coordinating Council on Mosquito Control; amending s. 403.067, F.S.; providing an exception for inspection requirements for certain agricultural producers; authorizing the department to adopt rules establishing an enrollment in best management practices by rule process; authorizing the department to identify best management practices for specified landowners; requiring the department to perform onsite inspections annually of a certain percentage of all enrollments that meet specified qualifications within a specified area; providing requirements for such inspections; requiring agricultural producers enrolled by rule in a best management practice to submit nutrient records annually to the department; requiring the department to collect and retain such records; amending s. 403.852, F.S.; defining the term “water quality additive”; amending s. 403.859, F.S.; prohibiting the use of certain additives in a water system which do not meet specified requirements; amending s. 482.111, F.S.; revising requirements for the renewal of a pest control operator’s certificate; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 482.141, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in-person and remote testing for the examination through a third party vendor for an individual seeking pest control operator certification; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 482.155, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in-person and remote testing for the examination through a third-party vendor for an individual seeking limited certification for a governmental pesticide applicator or a private applicator; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; deleting provisions requiring the department to make such examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.156, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in person and remote testing for the examination through a third-party vendor for an individual seeking a limited certification for commercial landscape maintenance; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; deleting provisions requiring the department to make such examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.157, F.S.; revising requirements for issuance of a limited certification for commercial wildlife management personnel; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; deleting provisions requiring the department to make an examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.161, F.S.; authorizing the department to take specified disciplinary action upon the issuance of a final order imposing civil penalties or a criminal conviction pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act; amending s. 487.044, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in-person and remote testing through a third-party vendor for the examination of an individual seeking a limited certification for pesticide application; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 487.175, F.S.; providing that the department may suspend, revoke, or deny licensure of a pesticide applicator upon issuance of a final order to a licensee which imposes civil penalties or a criminal conviction under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act; amending s. 496.404, F.S.; defining the terms “foreign country of concern” and “foreign source of concern”; amending s. 496.405, F.S.; revising which documents a charitable organization or sponsor must file before engaging in specified activities; requiring that any changes to such documents be reported to the department on a specified form in a specified timeframe; revising the requirements of the charitable organization’s initial registration statement; authorizing the department to investigate or refer to the Florida Elections Commission certain violations of the charitable organization or sponsor; amending s. 496.415, F.S.; prohibiting specified persons from soliciting or accepting anything of value from a foreign source of concern; providing penalties; amending s. 496.417, F.S.; authorizing the department to investigate or refer to the Florida Elections Commission certain violations of a charitable organization or sponsor; amending s. 496.419, F.S.; providing discretionary penalties for a charitable organization or sponsor whose registration is denied or revoked for submitting a false attestation; creating s. 496.431, F.S.; requiring the department to create the Honest Services Registry to provide residents with information relating to charitable organizations; requiring a charitable organization included in the Honest Services Registry to submit an attestation statement to the department; requiring the department to publish the Honest Services Registry on the department’s website; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 500.03, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “cottage food product”; amending s. 500.12, F.S.; providing that the department requires a food permit from any person or business that operates a food establishment; revising exceptions; revising the schedule for renewing certain food permits; authorizing the department to establish a single permit renewal date for certain food establishments; amending s. 500.166, F.S.; requiring certain persons engaged in interstate commerce to retain all records that show certain information for a specified timeframe; amending s. 500.172, F.S.; authorizing the department to facilitate the destruction of certain articles that violate specified provisions; prohibiting certain persons from certain actions without permission from, or in accord with a written agreement with, the department; creating s. 500.75, F.S.; providing that it is unlawful to transport or offer to transport, import into this state, sell or offer for sale, furnish, or give away certain spores or mycelium; providing a penalty; creating s. 500.93, F.S.; defining terms; requiring the department to adopt rules to enforce the Food and Drug Administration’s standard of identity for milk, meat, poultry, and poultry products, and eggs and egg products to prohibit the sale of plant-based products mislabeled as milk, meat, poultry, or poultry products, or egg or egg products; providing contingent effective dates; requiring the department to adopt rules; providing construction; repealing s. 501.135, F.S., relating to consumer unit pricing; amending s. 501.912, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “antifreeze”; creating s. 525.19, F.S.; requiring the department to create an annual petroleum registration program for petroleum owners or operators; requiring the department to adopt rules for such registration which include specified information; requiring that the registration program be free for all registrants; authorizing the department to require registrants to provide certain information during a state of emergency; creating s. 526.147, F.S.; creating the Florida Retail Fuel Transfer Switch Modernization Grant Program within the department; requiring the grant program to provide funds up to a certain amount to be used for installation and equipment costs related to installing or modernizing transfer switch infrastructure at retail fuel facilities; requiring the department to award funds based on specified criteria; requiring retail fuel facilities awarded grant funds to comply with specified provisions; requiring such facilities to install a transfer switch with specified capabilities; requiring retail fuel facilities to provide specified documentation before being awarded funding; prohibiting certain facilities from being awarded funding; requiring the department, in consultation with the Division of Emergency Management, to adopt rules; requiring that such rules include specified information; amending s. 531.48, F.S.; requiring that certain packages bear specified information on the outside of the package; amending s. 531.49, F.S.; revising requirements for the advertising of a packaged commodity; amending s. 564.06, F.S.; requiring that a certain percentage of revenues collected from certain excise taxes be deposited into the Florida Wine Trust Fund; amending s. 570.07, F.S.; requiring the department to foster and encourage the employment and retention of qualified veterinary pathologists; providing that the department may reimburse the educational expenses of certain veterinary pathologists who enter into a certain agreement with the department; requiring the department to adopt certain rules; requiring the department to extend certain opportunities to public school students enrolled in agricultural education to support Future Farmers of America programming; requiring the department to use contracts procured by agencies; defining the term “agency”; amending s. 570.544, F.S.; revising which provisions the director of the Division of Consumer Services must enforce; creating s. 570.546, F.S.; authorizing the department to create a process for the bulk renewal of licenses; authorizing the department to create a process that will allow licensees to align the expiration dates of licenses within a specified program; authorizing the department to change the expiration date for current licenses for a certain purpose; requiring the department to prorate the licensing fee for certain licenses; requiring the department to adopt rules; creating s. 570.694, F.S.; creating the Florida Aquaculture Foundation as a direct support organization within the department; providing the purpose of the foundation; providing governance for the foundation; authorizing the department to appoint an advisory committee adjunct to the foundation; amending s. 570.822, F.S.; defining the term “declared emergency,” rather than “declared natural disaster,” and revising the definition of the term “program”; providing that loan funds from the department may be used to restock aquaculture; authorizing the department to renew a loan application under certain circumstances; authorizing the department to defer or waive loan payments under certain circumstances; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 570.823, F.S.; defining terms; establishing the silviculture emergency recovery program within the department to administer a grant program to assist certain timber landowners; requiring that such grants be used for certain purposes; requiring that only timber lands located on agricultural property are eligible for the program; requiring the department to coordinate with state agencies to provide financial assistance to timber landowners after a specified declared emergency; providing construction; authorizing the department to adopt rules to implement this section including emergency rules that may be effective for a specified timeframe; creating s. 570.831, F.S.; requiring, subject to appropriation of funds, the Cattle Enhancement Board, Inc., in coordination with the department, to establish a Florida beef marketing program; providing a purpose for such program; amending s. 581.1843, F.S.; deleting provisions that exclude certain citrus nurseries from certain requirements; deleting provisions relating to regulated areas around the perimeter of commercial citrus nurseries; repealing ss. 593.101, 593.102, 593.103, 593.104, 593.105, 593.106, 593.107, 593.108, 593.109, 593.11, 593.111, 593.112, 593.113, 593.114, 593.1141, 593.1142, 593.115, 593.116, and 593.117, F.S., relating to the Florida Boll Weevil Eradication Law; definitions; powers and duties of Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; the entry of premises to carry out boll weevil eradication activities and inspections; reports by persons growing cotton; quarantine areas and the regulation of articles within a boll weevil eradication zone; the regulation of collection, transportation, distribution, and movement of cotton; cooperative programs for persons engaged in growing, processing, marketing, or handling cotton; the department’s authority to designate eradication zones, prohibit planting of cotton, and require participation in eradication program; regulation of the pasturage of livestock, entry by persons, and location of honeybee colonies in eradication zones and other areas; eligibility for certification of cotton growers’ organization; the certification of cotton growers’ organization; a referendum; an assessment; the department’s authority to enter agreements with the Farm Service Agency; liens; mandamus or injunction; penalty for violation; and the handling of moneys received, respectively; amending s. 595.404, F.S.; revising the department’s powers and duties regarding school nutrition programs; amending s. 599.002, F.S.; renaming the Viticulture Advisory Council as the Florida Wine Advisory Council; revising the membership of the Florida Wine Advisory Council; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 599.003, F.S.; renaming the State Viticulture Plan as the State Wine Plan; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 599.004, F.S.; making technical changes; providing that wineries that fail to recertify annually or pay a specified licensing fee are subject to certain actions and costs; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 599.012, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 616.12, F.S.; deleting provisions requiring a person who operates a minstrel show in connection with any certain public fairs to pay specified license taxes; deleting a provision that exempts such person from paying specified taxes; creating s. 687.16, F.S.; providing a short title; defining terms; prohibiting a financial institution from discriminating in the provision of financial services to an agricultural producer based on an ESG factor; providing an inference with regard to a certain violation; providing that the financial institution may overcome the inference by making certain demonstrations regarding its denial or restriction of financial services to an agricultural producer; authorizing the Attorney General to enforce specified provisions; providing that a violation of specified provisions constitutes an unfair and deceptive trade practice; authorizing the Attorney General to investigate and seek remedies for such unfair trade practices; authorizing an aggrieved party to seek an action for damages; amending s. 741.0305, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 790.06, F.S.; revising the circumstances under which the department may temporarily suspend a person’s license to carry a concealed weapon or concealed firearm or the processing of an application for such license; requiring the department to notify certain licensees or applicants of their right to a hearing; requiring the department to issue an order confirming the end of a suspension within a specified timeframe after an applicant or licensee submits a copy of a specified document to the department; requiring that such document be sent through electronic or certified mail to a specified location; requiring that the suspension remain in effect upon a certain disposition of a criminal case or injunction; providing construction; providing legislative findings; revising the duties of the department after the date of receipt of a completed application for a license to carry a concealed weapon or concealed firearm; requiring that a license issued under this section be temporarily suspended or revoked if the license was issued in error or if the licensee commits certain actions; amending s. 812.0151, F.S.; revising the elements of third degree and second degree felony retail fuel theft; creating s. 812.136, F.S.; defining terms; providing elements for the crime of mail theft; providing elements of theft of or unauthorized reproduction of a mail depository key or lock; providing criminal penalties; amending s. 934.50, F.S.; deleting certain exceptions from the prohibited uses of drones; providing that a drone may be used for certain purposes by a local governmental entity or person under contract with or acting under the direction of such entity; creating s. 1013.373, F.S.; prohibiting a local government from adopting any measure to limit the activities of public educational facilities or auxiliary facilities constructed by certain organizations; requiring that lands used for agricultural education or for the Future Farmers of America or 4-H activities be considered agricultural lands; reenacting s. 295.07(5)(a), F.S., relating to preference in appointment and retention, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 110.205, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 189.062(1)(a), F.S., relating to special procedures for inactive districts and state aid to counties, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 388.271, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting ss. 482.072(3)(b) and 482.163, F.S., relating to pest control customer contact centers and responsibility for pest control activities of employee, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 482.161, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 487.156, F.S., relating to governmental agencies, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 487.044, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting ss. 496.4055(2) and 496.406(2) and (4), F.S., relating to charitable organization or sponsor board duties and exemption from registration, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 496.405, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 500.80(1)(a), F.S., relating to cottage food operations, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 500.12, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 500.121(6), F.S., relating to disciplinary procedures, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 500.172, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 790.061, F.S., relating to judges and justices, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 790.06, F.S., in a reference thereto; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Agriculture, Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government, Fiscal Policy, Keith Truenow (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 49
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Officers and presented to Governor
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CA bill #AB979 • Last Action 05/14/2025
California Cybersecurity Integration Center: artificial intelligence.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the California Cybersecurity Integration Center to develop a California AI Cybersecurity Collaboration Playbook by July 1, 2026, in consultation with the Office of Information Security and Government Operations Agency. The playbook aims to facilitate information sharing across the artificial intelligence (AI) community and strengthen collective cyber defenses against emerging threats. The center will review federal requirements, standards, and industry best practices, including the federal Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative (JCDC) AI Cybersecurity Collaboration Playbook, to inform its own document. The playbook will include mandatory mechanisms for state contractors and vendors to share information about potential AI-related threats and vulnerabilities with specified state entities, and may include voluntary information-sharing mechanisms for other organizations. The bill also provides strong confidentiality protections for shared cybersecurity information, ensuring that such records cannot be disclosed publicly if they are privileged, protected by copyright, or if the public interest in non-disclosure outweighs the interest in disclosure. This legislation builds upon existing federal cybersecurity information sharing frameworks and recognizes the growing importance of protecting critical information technology systems from potential cyber threats, particularly in the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 8586.5 of the Government Code, relating to technology.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jacqui Irwin (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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OR bill #SB813 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to exposure to bodily fluids.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 431A.570 to expand the list of government employees who can petition a circuit court to compel testing of a person's bodily fluids after a significant exposure to potentially infectious materials. Specifically, the bill adds employees of the Oregon Youth Authority and county juvenile departments to the existing list of authorized personnel, which already includes corrections officers, law enforcement, emergency medical services providers, healthcare providers, and firefighters. A "significant exposure" is defined as direct contact with blood, bodily fluids, or other potentially infectious materials that could transmit a communicable disease. To petition the court, the employee must first make a good faith effort to obtain voluntary consent for testing from the source person. The bill maintains existing provisions that require the court to hold a hearing within three judicial days, issue an order within four judicial days if probable cause is found, and ensure the test results remain confidential. The testing costs will be covered by the petitioner's employer, and the test results cannot be used in civil or criminal investigations. The bill aims to provide additional legal mechanisms for certain government employees to protect themselves from potential disease transmission in the course of their official duties.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act adds some government employees to the list of people who can ask a court to make a person get tested for some diseases. (Flesch Readability Score: 66.4). Adds employees of the Oregon Youth Authority or a county juvenile department to the list of people who are authorized to petition the circuit court for an order compelling a third party to complete a test for communicable diseases under certain circumstances.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Work Session held.
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OR bill #SB236 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to controlled substances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates separate statutes specifically for fentanyl-related drug offenses and introduces several key changes to Oregon's controlled substance laws. The bill establishes new criminal penalties for possession, delivery, and manufacturing of fentanyl, with varying degrees of severity based on factors like quantity, location, and circumstances. For example, possessing one gram or more of fentanyl becomes a Class A misdemeanor, while delivery of fentanyl near a school becomes a Class A felony. The bill also expands the definition of "local correctional facility" for the Oregon Jail-Based Medications for Opioid Use Disorder Grant Program, allowing more county facilities to provide opioid use disorder treatment. Additionally, the legislation allows pharmacists to prescribe, dispense, and administer medications for opioid use disorder under certain protocols, modifies prescription drug locker provisions, and updates various related statutes to include fentanyl-specific language. The bill aims to provide more targeted legal approaches to fentanyl-related offenses while also expanding treatment options for individuals struggling with opioid use disorder.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes separate statutes for fentanyl crimes. The Act also changes parts of House Bill 4002 from last session. (Flesch Readability Score: 65.5). Separates the possession, delivery and manufacture of fentanyl from general controlled sub- stance offense statutes into separate statutes. Adds fentanyl to certain statutes creating mandatory sentences for manufacture and delivery crimes. Expands the definition of “local correctional facility” for the Oregon Jail-Based Medications for Opioid Use Disorder Grant Program to allow people at other types of county facilities to receive opioid use disorder treatment and transition planning services. Provides that a pharmacist may prescribe, dispense and administer medications for treatment of opioid use disorder under specified circumstances. Modifies prescription drug locker provisions. Modifies conditional discharge procedural provisions and when a deflection program coordinator provides notice of completion of the program to the court.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Joint Addiction and Community Safety Response Work Session (17:00:00 5/14/2025 HR E)
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MI bill #SB0180 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Appropriations: department of health and human services; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates funds for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for fiscal year 2025-2026. The total gross appropriation is $39,318,554,700, with a state general fund/general purpose allocation of $7,267,705,900. The bill covers a wide range of health and human services programs, including departmental administration, child support enforcement, community services, children's services, public assistance, local office operations, disability determination services, behavioral health programs, state psychiatric hospitals, health policy initiatives, epidemiology services, local health services, family health services, children's special health care services, aging services, and information technology. Key provisions include maintaining current reimbursement rates for various medical services, supporting community health programs, providing funding for mental health and substance use disorder services, supporting foster care and child welfare programs, and allocating funds for specific one-time initiatives such as medical debt relief, water affordability programs, and various pilot projects aimed at addressing specific health and social service needs. The bill includes numerous reporting requirements and specifics on how funds should be allocated across different programs and services, with an emphasis on maintaining existing service levels and supporting vulnerable populations.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of health and human services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Sylvia Santana (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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MN bill #HF2435 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Health and human services finance bill.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: Here is a comprehensive summary of the bill: This bill is a comprehensive health and human services finance legislation that makes numerous changes across multiple areas of Minnesota state government. The bill establishes and modifies programs related to healthcare, child welfare, early learning, emergency medical services, pharmacy benefits, and more. Key provisions include: 1. Health and Medical Services: - Creates a new Dementia Services Program within the Department of Health to coordinate policies and services related to Alzheimer's disease - Establishes guidelines for traditional health care practices in Native American health facilities - Develops a nonopioid directive form allowing patients to decline opioid treatments - Creates a spoken language health care interpreter work group to improve interpreter services 2. Child Welfare and Protection: - Enhances requirements for relative foster care licensing and training - Improves data collection and tracking in child welfare systems - Establishes new provisions for children in foster care, including better tracking of educational and health records - Creates new reporting requirements for children approaching aging out of foster care 3. Early Care and Learning: - Modifies child care assistance program rules - Creates new technology systems for child care provider payments and record-keeping - Establishes video security camera requirements for child care centers 4. Emergency Medical Services: - Creates an ambulance operating deficit grant program - Establishes a rural EMS uncompensated care pool payment program 5. Pharmacy and Healthcare Finance: - Creates a state pharmacy benefit manager system - Modifies rules for medical assistance payments - Establishes new hospital assessment and directed payment programs The bill also includes significant appropriations across various state agencies, with funding for implementing these new programs and continuing existing services. The legislation aims to improve service delivery, increase transparency, and address gaps in healthcare and social service systems.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; modifying provisions relating to health finance and policy, certain health licensing boards, pharmacy benefits, health care finance, the Office of Emergency Medical Services, opioids, mental health warning labels, economic assistance, child protection and welfare, early care and learning, and licensing and certification; establishing licensure for certified midwives; requiring reports; providing for civil and criminal penalties; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 62A.673, subdivision 2; 62J.51, subdivision 19a; 62J.581; 142A.03, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 142A.42; 142B.01, subdivision 15, by adding a subdivision; 142B.05, subdivision 3; 142B.10, subdivisions 14, 16; 142B.16, subdivisions 2, 5; 142B.171, subdivision 2; 142B.18, subdivisions 4, 6; 142B.30, subdivision 1; 142B.41, by adding a subdivision; 142B.47; 142B.51, subdivision 2; 142B.65, subdivisions 8, 9; 142B.66, subdivision 3; 142B.70, subdivisions 7, 8; 142B.77; 142B.80; 142C.06, by adding a subdivision; 142C.11, subdivision 8; 142C.12, subdivisions 1, 6; 142D.21, subdivisions 6, 10, by adding a subdivision; 142D.23, subdivision 3; 142D.31, subdivision 2; 142E.03, subdivision 3; 142E.11, subdivisions 1, 2; 142E.13, subdivision 2; 142E.15, subdivision 1; 142E.16, subdivisions 3, 7; 142E.17, subdivision 9; 142F.14; 144.0758, subdivision 3; 144.1222, subdivision 2d; 144.125, subdivisions 1, 2; 144.50, by adding a subdivision; 144.555, subdivisions 1a, 1b; 144.562, subdivisions 2, 3; 144.563; 144.608, subdivision 2; 144.966, subdivision 2; 144.99, subdivision 1; 145.8811; 145C.01, by adding subdivisions; 145C.17; 147.01, subdivision 7; 147.037, by adding a subdivision; 149A.02, by adding a subdivision; 151.37, subdivision 12; 151.555, subdivisions 6, 10; 174.30, subdivision 3; 245.0962, subdivision 1; 245A.18, subdivision 1; 245C.02, by adding a subdivision; 256.045, subdivision 7; 256.9657, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 256.969, subdivision 2f; 256B.0371, subdivision 3; 256B.04, subdivisions 12, 14; 256B.0625, subdivisions 2, 3b, 13c, 13e, 17, 17a, 30, by adding subdivisions; 256B.064, subdivision 1a; 256B.1973, subdivision 5, by adding a subdivision; 256B.69, subdivisions 3a, 6d; 256R.01, by adding a subdivision; 260.65; 260.66, subdivision 1; 260.691, subdivision 1; 260.692; 260.810, subdivisions 1, 2; 260.821, subdivision 2; 260C.001, subdivision 2; 260C.007, subdivision 19; 260C.141, subdivision 1; 260C.150, subdivision 3; 260C.178, subdivisions 1, 7; 260C.201, subdivisions 1, 2; 260C.202, subdivision 2, by adding subdivisions; 260C.204; 260C.212, subdivisions 1, 1a; 260C.221, subdivision 2; 260C.223, subdivisions 1, 2; 260C.329, subdivisions 3, 8; 260C.451, subdivision 9; 260C.452, subdivision 4; 260E.03, subdivision 15; 260E.09; 260E.14, subdivisions 2, 3; 260E.20, subdivisions 1, 3; 260E.24, subdivisions 1, 2; 325M.34; 518.68, subdivision 2; 518A.34; 518A.46, 1 HF2435 THIRD ENGROSSMENT REVISOR DTT H2435-3 subdivision 7; 518A.75, subdivision 1; Laws 2023, chapter 70, article 20, section 8; Laws 2024, chapter 127, article 67, section 4; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 135A; 142B; 144; 144E; 145C; 256B; 260E; 306; 307; 325M; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 145.361; 256B.0625, subdivisions 18b, 18e, 18h; Laws 2023, chapter 70, article 16, section 22; Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0030, subpart 1, item B.
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• Introduced: 03/17/2025
• Added: 05/08/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert Bierman (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: House conferees Bierman, Kotyza-Witthuhn, Reyer, Backer, West, Nadeau
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VT bill #S0018 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An act relating to licensure of freestanding birth centers
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive licensing framework for freestanding birth centers in Vermont, creating new regulations for their operation, oversight, and integration into the healthcare system. The bill defines a birth center as a facility primarily providing midwifery care and low-risk deliveries for stays generally less than 24 hours, explicitly excluding hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and private residences. The legislation requires all birth centers to obtain a license from the Department of Health, mandates specific operational restrictions (such as prohibiting epidural anesthesia and cesarean deliveries), and establishes detailed requirements for licensing, inspections, record-keeping, and administrative procedures. The bill also amends existing laws to require health insurance plans and Medicaid to cover birth center services, and directs the Agency of Human Services to seek federal approval for Medicaid reimbursement of birth center services. Additionally, the bill specifies that birth centers are exempt from certificate of need review and provides a phased implementation timeline, with most provisions taking effect between 2025 and 2027. The goal is to create a structured, safe environment for low-risk births outside traditional hospital settings while ensuring appropriate medical oversight and patient protections.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to establish a licensing structure for freestanding birth centers. It would also require prenatal, maternity, postpartum, and newborn coverage under health insurance plans and Medicaid to include birth center services and would specify that birth centers are not subject to certificate of need review.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Martine Gulick (D)*, Alison Clarkson (D), Ruth Hardy (D), Wendy Harrison (D), Robert Plunkett (D), Anne Watson (D), Dave Weeks (R), Becca White (D), Terry Williams (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 67
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Senate Message: Signed by Governor May 13, 2025
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ME bill #LD1088 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An Act to Enact the Maine Consumer Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Maine Consumer Data Privacy Act, which establishes comprehensive data privacy protections for Maine residents starting July 1, 2026. The law applies to businesses that process personal data of a significant number of consumers and requires controllers (businesses) to limit data collection, provide clear privacy notices, and obtain consent before processing sensitive information. Consumers gain several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being processed, request corrections or deletions, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain types of profiling. The law provides special protections for children's data, requiring parental consent for processing data of children under 13 and restricting targeted advertising for children between 13 and 16. Businesses must implement reasonable data security practices, conduct data protection assessments for high-risk processing activities, and establish mechanisms for consumers to exercise their rights. The Attorney General has exclusive enforcement authority, with a requirement to provide 30 days' notice before taking action, and any penalties will be deposited into a new Maine Privacy Fund. The bill also repeals existing law governing broadband internet customer privacy and mandates a report to the legislature by January 1, 2028, to evaluate the law's implementation.
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Bill Summary: This bill enacts the Maine Consumer Data Privacy Act, which takes effect July 1, 2026. The Act regulates the collection, use, processing, disclosure, sale and deletion of nonpublicly available personal data that is linked or reasonably linkable to an individual who is a resident of the State, referred to in the Act as a "consumer," by a person that conducts business in this State or that produces products or services targeted to residents of this State, referred to in the Act as a "controller." Under the Act, a controller must limit the collection of personal data to what is adequate, relevant and reasonably necessary in relation to the purposes for which the controller processes that data, as disclosed in a privacy notice specifying the categories of personal data processed by the controller, the purposes for processing the personal data, the categories of personal data transferred to 3rd parties and the categories of 3rd parties to whom personal data is shared. The Act also requires a controller to process the minimum amount of personal data reasonably necessary, adequate or relevant for each disclosed processing purpose. A consumer has the right, under the Act, to confirm whether a controller is processing the consumer's personal data; to require the controller to correct inaccuracies in or delete the consumer's personal data; to obtain a copy of the consumer's personal data; and to opt out of the processing of the consumer's personal data for purposes of targeted advertising, sale or profiling in furtherance of decisions about the consumer's access to financial or lending services, housing, insurance, education, criminal justice, employment opportunities, health care services and essential goods and services. The privacy notice must describe how a consumer may exercise these rights. The controller must obtain the affirmative, informed consent of a consumer before processing the consumer's sensitive data, including data revealing the consumer's race or ethnic origins, religious beliefs, mental or physical health conditions or diagnoses, sexual orientation or citizenship or immigration status; genetic or biometric data; precise geolocation data; complete social security, driver's license or nondriver identification card number; specific financial or account access information; data of a known child who has not attained 13 years of age; or data concerning the consumer's status as the victim of a crime. If the controller knows that the consumer has not attained 13 years of age, the controller may not process the consumer's data for any purpose without parental consent. If the controller knows or willfully disregards that the consumer is at least 13 years of age but has not attained 16 years of age, the controller may not process the consumer's data for targeted advertising and must obtain the consumer's consent before processing the consumer's data for sale. The Act prohibits a controller from processing data in a manner that discriminates against a person in violation of state or federal law. A controller is also prohibited from retaliating against a consumer for exercising the consumer's rights under the Act, except that a controller may offer different prices or selection of goods in connection with a consumer's voluntary participation in a bona fide loyalty or discount program. A controller must establish, implement and maintain reasonable data security practices and a retention schedule that requires the deletion or de-identification of personal data when retention of the data is no longer reasonably necessary and relevant to the purposes for which data is processed or when deletion of the data is required by law. Beginning July 1, 2026, if a controller engages in a data processing activity that presents a heightened risk of harm to a consumer, including processing any data for targeted advertising, sale or profiling or any processing of sensitive data, the controller must conduct and document a data protection assessment to identify and weigh the benefits and potential risks of the processing activity. The controller may be required to disclose the data protection assessment to the Attorney General, who must keep it confidential, when the assessment is relevant to an investigation conducted by the Attorney General. The Act further prohibits any person from establishing a geofence within 1,750 feet of any in-person health care facility in the State, other than the operator of the facility, for the purpose of identifying, tracking, collecting data from or sending a notification regarding consumer health data to consumers who enter that area. The provisions of the Act do not apply to specifically enumerated persons, including the State, political subdivisions of the State and federally recognized Indian tribes in the State; financial institutions or their affiliates subject to the federal Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act that are directly and solely engaged in financial activities; state-licensed and authorized insurers that are in compliance with applicable Maine laws governing insurer data security and data privacy; and persons that both processed the personal data of fewer than 25,000 consumers in the preceding calendar year and derived no more than 25% of gross revenue from the sale of personal data. The Act also does not apply to persons that controlled or processed the personal data for purposes other than completing payment transactions of fewer than 100,000 consumers in the preceding calendar year, except that, beginning January 1, 2028, this exception applies only to persons that controlled or processed the personal data for purposes other than completing payment transactions of fewer than 50,000 consumers in the preceding calendar year. In addition, the provisions of the Act do not apply to specifically enumerated types of data, including: nonpublic personal information regulated under the federal Gramm-Leach- Bliley Act; protected health information under the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996; personal data regulated by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974; data processed and maintained by the controller regarding an applicant for employment or employee to the extent the data is collected and used within the context of that role; and data necessary for the controller to administer benefits. The Maine Consumer Data Privacy Act also does not prohibit controllers from engaging in specifically enumerated activities, including complying with Maine or federal law; complying with investigations or subpoenas from governmental authorities including the Federal Government and the government of the State or a federally recognized Indian tribe in the State; cooperating with federal, Maine or tribal law enforcement agencies; providing a product or service specifically requested by the consumer; protecting life and physical safety of consumers and preventing or responding to security incidents; and conducting internal product research, effectuating a product recall or performing other internal operations aligned with the expectations of a consumer. Violations of the Act may be enforced exclusively by the Attorney General under the Maine Unfair Trade Practices Act. Absent a showing of immediate irreparable harm, the Attorney General is required to provide a potential defendant with at least 30 days' notice prior to initiating an enforcement action, during which time the potential defendant may confer with the Attorney General to avoid the action. Any civil penalties, attorney's fees or costs awarded to the State for a violation of the Act must be deposited in the Maine Privacy Fund, which is established to provide funding for the enforcement staff and activities of the Department of the Attorney General. The Act further requires the Attorney General to submit a report by January 1, 2028 to the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over judiciary matters regarding the operation and implementation of the Act. The committee may report out legislation related to the report to the Second Regular Session of the 133rd Legislature. The bill also repeals the current law governing the privacy of broadband Internet access service customer personal information because broadband Internet access service providers are subject to the provisions of the Act.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Rachel Henderson (R)*, Jennifer Poirier (R), Tiffany Roberts (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 5/14/2025 State House, Room 438)
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OR bill #SB870 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to public records disclosure of OLCC permittee personal information.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 475C.517 to expand public records exemptions for certain Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) permittees by protecting their residential addresses and personal phone numbers from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision that prevents the home addresses and personal phone numbers of individuals holding permits under ORS 475C.273 from being disclosed through public records requests. This change provides additional privacy protection for permittee personal information while maintaining an exception that allows law enforcement agencies to still access such information when needed. The bill continues to maintain existing exemptions for other types of sensitive information related to cannabis business licensing, such as premises addresses, security plans, and proprietary business records, while ensuring transparency for law enforcement purposes.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Makes the home address and phone number of some OLCC permittees exempt from public disclosure. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.8). Exempts from public records disclosure the residential address and personal phone number of an individual who holds a specified permit issued by the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Rules suspended. Carried over to May 15, 2025 Calendar.
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CA bill #AB1363 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Protective orders: Wyland’s Law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as Wyland's Law, establishes new requirements for how superior courts and the Department of Justice handle records related to protective orders. It mandates that superior courts maintain a record proving they have transmitted information about protective orders to the Department of Justice, including details such as the respondent's name and the order's issuance date. Similarly, the Department of Justice must keep a record demonstrating its receipt of this information. Both the courts and the department will be required to make these records available within one business day upon request by the petitioner, respondent, protected person, or their representative. By January 1, 2027, they must also develop an electronic form and email address to facilitate these record requests, which must be prominently displayed on their respective websites. The bill ensures these records are generally open to public inspection, though personal identifying information about the protected person may be redacted. The law applies retroactively to cases pending before January 1, 2026, and aims to improve transparency and accountability in the handling of protective order information. The bill defines key terms like "department" and "personal identifying information" to provide clarity about its implementation.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 6380.5 to the Family Code, relating to protective orders.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Catherine Stefani (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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TX bill #HB4310 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to a special right of access under the public information law for a member of a governing board.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a special right of access to public information for members of governing boards in Texas, creating a new subchapter in the Government Code. Under this legislation, a member of a governing board (which includes individuals appointed or elected to direct governmental bodies or nongovernmental entities) can inspect and duplicate public information while acting in their official capacity. The information must be provided promptly and at no charge, with confidential information being redactable upon request. If confidential information is involved, the governmental body can request the board member sign a confidentiality agreement with specific restrictions on handling the information. The bill also provides a mechanism for board members to seek an attorney general's decision if there are disputes about the confidentiality of information, with the attorney general required to render a decision within 45 business days. Additionally, if a governmental body fails to comply with these requirements, the board member can file a writ of mandamus in court and potentially be awarded attorney's fees and court costs. The bill does not alter existing procedures for obtaining information through other legal means and will take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to a special right of access under the public information law for a member of a governing board.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Cody Vasut (R)*, Katrina Pierson (R), Valoree Swanson (R), Steve Toth (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Received from the House
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CA bill #AB1408 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Electricity: interconnections.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the California Independent System Operator (ISO) to integrate surplus interconnection considerations into its long-term transmission planning and enhance transparency around surplus interconnection opportunities. It mandates that each electrical corporation and local publicly owned electric utility with an annual electrical demand exceeding 700 gigawatt-hours must evaluate and consider surplus interconnection options in their integrated resource plans. The bill specifically requires utilities to use available grid infrastructure through surplus interconnection, such as adding renewable energy resources or battery storage at or near existing fossil fuel plants, to maximize use of available interconnection capacity. Additionally, the bill requires load-serving entities to prioritize available capacity for renewable energy development. The legislation aims to improve grid efficiency, support renewable energy integration, and provide more transparency in the electricity sector's infrastructure planning. The bill also includes provisions that would make violations of the new requirements potentially subject to existing penalties under the Public Utilities Act, and it classifies this as a state-mandated local program. Notably, the bill does not require state reimbursement for the new mandates.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 345.5, 454.52, and 9621 of, and to add Chapter 11 (commencing with Section 8420) to Division 4.1 of, the Public Utilities Code, relating to electricity.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jacqui Irwin (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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ME bill #LD379 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An Act Regarding Confidential Information Gathered for Forest Fire Emergency Response and Planning
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Maine's forest fire control laws to establish new confidentiality provisions for emergency plans of action developed by the Bureau of Forestry. Specifically, the bill creates confidentiality protections for certain types of sensitive information, including personal contact details, access information about gates and roads, proprietary landowner information, and emergency response data collected during forest fire preparedness activities. These confidential documents would be exempt from public records requests under the Freedom of Access Act. The bill also allows the Director of the Bureau of Forestry to share this confidential information with other state agencies when necessary for emergency response and planning purposes. By protecting this sensitive information, the bill aims to safeguard personal and strategic details related to forest fire emergency preparedness while still maintaining the ability to coordinate effectively across state agencies during potential emergency situations.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies the provisions of law governing forest fire control to clarify that certain emergency plans of action formulated by the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Bureau of Forestry are considered confidential and are exempt from public records requests under the Freedom of Access Act if they contain any of the following: personal contact information; information related to gaining access to gates, locks or roads; proprietary information of a landowner; and emergency response information acquired by the Director of the Bureau of Forestry. The director may disclose confidential information to another state agency for the purposes of emergency incident response and planning.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Russell Black (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
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LA bill #SB54 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Provides for a limited fiscal administrator for political subdivisions. (8/1/25) (RE SEE FISC NOTE LF RV See Note)
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides a comprehensive framework for appointing a "limited jurisdiction fiscal administrator" to help political subdivisions address financial emergencies. The bill expands the definition of financial instability to include multiple specific conditions, such as insufficient revenue, material fraud in financial records, failure to make debt payments, recurring reliance on non-recurring revenue sources, and failure to adopt balanced budgets. If any of these conditions exist, the attorney general can file a rule to show cause for appointing a fiscal administrator. The limited jurisdiction fiscal administrator would have broad powers to direct fiscal operations, including amending budgets, approving or disapproving contracts, controlling personnel, reorganizing departments, and making financial decisions necessary to address the emergency. The administrator must file quarterly reports detailing the financial situation and a two-year plan to resolve issues. The bill reduces the audit non-compliance period from three to two consecutive years as a trigger for potential intervention and ensures that the administrator has full access to the political subdivision's records. The goal is to provide a targeted, flexible mechanism for addressing financial challenges in local government entities while maintaining oversight and a path to financial stability.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend and reenact R.S. 39:1351(A)(1)(b), (2)(a) and (c), (3), (B)(1)(a) and (b), 1355, 1356(E) and 1357(A), (C), (D), (H) and (I) and to enact R.S. 39:1358, 1358.1, 1358.2, and 1358.3, relative to fiscal administrators; to provide relative to financial stability; to provide relative to the appointment of a limited jurisdiction fiscal administrator; to provide for the duties of a limited jurisdiction fiscal administrator; to provide relative to budget amendments to address emergencies; to provide for the termination of the appointment of limited jurisdiction fiscal administrator; to provide relative to violations by an officer, official, or employee of a political subdivision; to provide relative to penalties; and to provide for related matters.
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• Introduced: 04/01/2025
• Added: 04/02/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Beth Mizell (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Received in the House from the Senate, read by title, lies over under the rules.
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OR bill #SB973 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to publicly supported housing; and prescribing an effective date.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses requirements for landlords of publicly supported housing units with affordability restrictions. Specifically, before charging a screening fee or entering a rental agreement, landlords must provide prospective tenants with either a standard notice required under existing law or a written notice indicating the earliest possible date when the affordability restriction could end. The bill extends several notice periods from 20 to 30 months, requiring landlords to notify current and prospective tenants about potential property withdrawal from publicly supported housing. Additionally, the bill mandates that notices must now include translations in Oregon's five most commonly spoken languages besides English and be in a form prescribed by the Housing and Community Services Department. The changes aim to provide more transparency and advance warning to tenants in affordable housing units about potential changes to their housing status. The bill will become operative on January 1, 2026, and the Housing and Community Services Department is required to develop the necessary notice forms and website translations by December 1, 2025. The provisions will apply to participating properties with termination dates on or after July 1, 2028.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to publicly supported housing; creating new provisions; amending ORS 456.259 and 456.262 and section 10, chapter 56, Oregon Laws 2021; and prescribing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 12 : Deb Patterson (D)*, Courtney Neron Misslin (D)*, Tom Andersen (D)*, Wlnsvey Campos (D), Kayse Jama (D), Mark Meek (D), Katherine Pham (D), Aaron Woods (D), Mark Gamba (D), David Gomberg (D), Annessa Hartman (D), Zach Hudson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Speaker signed.
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CA bill #AB467 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Open meetings: teleconferences: neighborhood councils.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends an existing authorization for neighborhood councils in Los Angeles to use alternative teleconferencing provisions until January 1, 2030, with specific requirements designed to ensure public access and participation. Under these provisions, an eligible legislative body (in this case, a neighborhood council) can use teleconferencing if the city council adopts a resolution authorizing it and two-thirds of the neighborhood council votes to do so. The bill mandates that teleconferenced meetings must provide clear public access methods, including call-in and internet-based options for attending and commenting in real-time, and prohibits requiring public comments to be submitted in advance. The legislation also requires that at least a quorum of council members participate from within the city's boundaries, with at least one in-person meeting per year at a public location. The bill's rationale stems from the experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, where teleconferencing was found to increase public participation, make government more accessible, and protect public health. By creating these specific provisions for Los Angeles neighborhood councils, the legislature aims to provide flexibility for volunteer, uncompensated council members who have difficulty finding consistent public meeting locations while maintaining transparency and public engagement.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 54953.8 of the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Fong (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on L. GOV. and JUD.
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MI bill #SB0184 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Appropriations: supplemental; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal year 2024-2025; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides supplemental appropriations for multiple state departments and branches for fiscal year 2024-2025. Here is a summary of the key provisions: This bill appropriates a total of $705,727,900 in gross funding across various state departments, with funding sources including federal revenues ($452,382,900), state restricted revenues ($72,017,100), and state general fund dollars ($100,979,800). The appropriations cover a wide range of programs and initiatives, including capital outlay projects, infrastructure improvements, grants, and operational expenses. Some notable highlights include: $41.7 million for Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund projects involving land acquisition and park development in multiple counties; $156.2 million for the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for various environmental and energy programs; $330.8 million for the Department of Health and Human Services covering health services, behavioral health, and COVID-related initiatives; and $130.2 million for the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity supporting workforce development and community enhancement grants. The bill also includes specific grant allocations for targeted projects, such as $13 million for a healthcare system to renovate an emergency department's mental health facilities, and provisions for revenue sharing with local governments. Additionally, the bill contains various administrative provisions regarding fund expenditure, reporting requirements, and work project designations.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for various state departments and agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025; to provide for certain conditions on appropriations; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/15/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Sarah Anthony (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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DE bill #SB107 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Interstate Compact For School Psychologists.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists, a comprehensive agreement designed to facilitate the practice of school psychology across multiple states. The compact aims to address workforce shortages in school-based mental health services by creating a streamlined pathway for licensed school psychologists to obtain equivalent licenses in member states. Key provisions include establishing a Commission to oversee the compact, defining requirements for state and individual participation, and creating a mechanism for information sharing and license portability. School psychologists can obtain an equivalent license in a remote state by maintaining an active home state license, completing any state-specific requirements, undergoing a background check, and meeting continuing education requirements. The compact provides special provisions for active military members and their spouses, allows for disciplinary information sharing between states, and establishes a process for dispute resolution and enforcement. The compact will go into effect once seven states have enacted it, with the goal of increasing access to qualified school psychological services across participating states while maintaining high professional standards and protecting public safety.
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Bill Summary: This Act enacts the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists (Compact), which is designed to facilitate the interstate practice of school psychology in educational settings. School-based mental health services are in high demand in Delaware, but workforce shortages can make it difficult to meet that demand. By creating an additional licensing pathway for school psychologists to obtain equivalent licenses to practice school psychology in any state that is a member of the Compact, the Act aims to increase the availability of school psychological services for students in this State.
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• Introduced: 04/10/2025
• Added: 04/11/2025
• Session: 153rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 16 : Laura Sturgeon (D)*, Kim Williams (D), Eric Buckson (R), Daniel Cruce (D), Stephanie Hansen (D), Kyra Hoffner (D), Russ Huxtable (D), Tizzy Lockman (D), Raymond Seigfried (D), Jack Walsh (D), Frank Burns (D), Sean Lynn (D), Eric Morrison (D), Ed Osienski (D), Cyndie Romer (D), Melanie Ross Levin (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Education Committee in House
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CA bill #AB1016 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Power facility and site certifications: thermal powerplants: geothermal resources.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends California law to create a temporary pathway for certifying geothermal power facilities with a generating capacity between 50 and 150 megawatts. Until January 1, 2030, the bill allows the State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission to exempt certain geothermal power plants from the standard certification process, provided specific conditions are met. These conditions include filing an application with the local governmental agency by June 30, 2029, ensuring the local agency will serve as the lead agency for environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and being located in a county with an approved geothermal element in its general plan. The bill also introduces new requirements for contractors and subcontractors working on these projects, mandating the use of a "skilled and trained workforce" with specific apprenticeship and training standards. Contractors must ensure that at least 60% of skilled journeypersons are graduates of an approved apprenticeship program, and they must provide monthly reports demonstrating compliance. The bill aims to streamline geothermal power plant development while maintaining environmental review standards and promoting workforce development in the construction and energy sectors.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 25519 of, to add Section 25541.3 to, and to add and repeal Section 25541.2 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to energy.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 05/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jeff Gonzalez (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: From committee: Do pass. (Ayes 15. Noes 0.) (May 14).
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VT bill #S0063 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An act relating to modifying the regulatory duties of the Green Mountain Care Board
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the regulatory duties of the Green Mountain Care Board (GMCB) in several key areas. The bill eliminates the Board's responsibility for approving the State's Health Information Technology Plan and reviewing the budget of the Vermont Information Technology Leaders (VITL). It removes the requirement for the Board to conduct Medicaid advisory rate cases and modifies its oversight of accountable care organizations (ACOs). Specifically, the bill narrows the Board's certification and budget review of ACOs to only those that contract with Vermont Medicaid, establishes new fees for ACO certification and budget review, and removes ACOs from the billback formula for allocating Board expenses. The bill also specifies that the Board's review and enforcement of hospital budgets includes the right to appeal processes but does not constitute a contested case under the Administrative Procedures Act. Additionally, the bill makes changes to hospital fiscal years, requiring general hospitals to start their fiscal year on October 1 and psychiatric hospitals on January 1. The new provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025, with some specific sections taking effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to eliminate the Green Mountain Care Board’s responsibility for approving the State’s Health Information Technology Plan, for reviewing the budget of the Vermont Information Technology Leaders, and for conducting Medicaid advisory rate cases. The bill would modify the scope of the Green Mountain Care Board’s certification of accountable care organizations and its review of their budgets and would limit the application of provisions regarding meetings of accountable care organization governing bodies to only the accountable care organizations that contract with Vermont Medicaid. The bill would establish fees for accountable care board certification and budget review and would remove accountable care organizations from the billback formula under which Board expenses are allocated in part to other regulated entities. The bill would also specify that the Board’s review, establishment, and enforcement of hospital budgets includes the right to the Board’s appeals processes and does not constitute a contested case under the Administrative Procedures Act. S.63
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Ginny Lyons (D)*, Ann Cummings (D), Martine Gulick (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 03/26/2025
• Last Action: Read third time and passed in concurrence with proposal of amendment
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CA bill #AB1095 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Data centers: waste heat energy.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing law to expand the Climate Catalyst Revolving Loan Fund Program by adding a new category of climate catalyst projects focused on data centers' waste heat energy capture and conversion. Specifically, the bill authorizes the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank (I-Bank) to provide financial assistance for projects that enable the capture and conversion of data centers' waste heat, with the State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission serving as the consulting agency. If multiple projects seek funding, the consulting agencies will prioritize based on state policy and financial considerations. Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions to the Renewables Portfolio Standard Program that would allow data centers to receive renewable energy credits for waste heat energy conversion under certain conditions. These conditions include demonstrating the capture and conversion of waste heat to electricity, using the generated energy at the same facility where it was produced, and meeting specific reporting and verification requirements. The bill aims to incentivize energy efficiency and renewable energy generation by enabling data centers to benefit from their waste heat through renewable energy credits and potential financial assistance.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 63048.93 of the Government Code, relating to energy, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Diane Papan (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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OK bill #HB1592 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Larceny; providing elements of organized retail crime; codification; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to Oklahoma's laws regarding organized retail crime and larceny. It establishes a new legal definition of organized retail crime that includes specific circumstances like taking property intended for resale, acting with multiple persons, using theft tools, attempting to exit through non-public means, and using getaway vehicles or fraudulent license plates. The bill sets graduated penalties based on the value of stolen goods, with potential imprisonment ranging from one year to eight years and fines up to $1,000, depending on the total value of stolen merchandise. Additionally, the bill extends the Oklahoma Organized Retail Crime Task Force's mandate until June 1, 2026, and empowers the Attorney General's Office to employ specialized task force officers to prevent, investigate, and prosecute organized retail crime. The legislation also modifies existing statutes related to criminal patterns and robbery, lowering the threshold for misdemeanor theft from $1,000 to $500 and expanding the definition of criminal patterns to include offenses across multiple municipalities. The bill aims to provide law enforcement with more robust tools to combat organized retail theft and protect businesses from systematic criminal activities.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to larceny; providing elements of organized retail crime; providing penalties; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 425, which relates to patterns of criminal offenses; expanding scope of offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 792, which relates to robbery; deleting exception; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1731, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 176, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1731), which relates to larceny of merchandise; modifying period of aggregated offenses; amending Section 1, Chapter 333, O.S.L. 2023 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2200), which relates to the Oklahoma Organized Retail Crime Task Force; recreating Task Force; providing for the continuation of appointment selections; authorizing the Office of the Attorney General to staff the task force and employ task force officers; stating duties of officers; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. AUTHOR: Add the following House Coauthors: Cantrell and Wolfley AUTHOR: Add the following Senate Coauthor: Hamilton AMENDMENT NO. 1. , strike the title, enacting clause and entire bill and insert “An Act relating to larceny; providing elements of organized retail crime; providing penalties; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 425, which relates to patterns of criminal offenses; expanding scope of offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 792, which relates to robbery; deleting exception; amending Section 1, Chapter 333, O.S.L. 2023 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2200), which relates to the Oklahoma Organized Retail Crime Task Force; recreating task force; providing for the continuation of appointment selections; authorizing the Office of the Attorney General to staff the task force and employ task force officers; stating duties of officers; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : John George (R)*, Darrell Weaver (R)*, Max Wolfley (R), Josh Cantrell (R), Tim Turner (R), Warren Hamilton (R)
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Referred for enrollment
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PA bill #HB1425 • Last Action 05/14/2025
In tobacco products tax, further providing for definitions, for incidence and rate of tax, for licensing of wholesalers and for licensing of retailers and providing for Nicotine Electronic Cigarette Directory.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive new regulations for electronic cigarettes containing nicotine in Pennsylvania, focusing on creating a state directory and establishing strict compliance requirements for manufacturers, importers, wholesalers, and retailers. The bill mandates that manufacturers must submit annual certifications to the Attorney General, proving their electronic cigarette products have received FDA marketing authorization or have a timely filed premarket tobacco product application. Manufacturers must pay certification fees, provide detailed product information, and post a substantial surety bond of at least $50,000. The Attorney General will maintain a public online directory of approved electronic cigarette products, and any product not listed will be considered contraband after a 120-day transition period. The legislation imposes significant penalties for non-compliance, including civil penalties ranging from $500 to $1,500 per product, potential license suspensions or revocations, and creates a tobacco noncompliance database to track repeated violations. Additionally, the bill requires unannounced compliance checks, mandates that retailers can only purchase electronic cigarettes from licensed wholesalers, and establishes a process for product returns and destruction if a manufacturer is removed from the directory. The primary goals are to prevent the sale of unauthorized nicotine electronic cigarette products and ensure consumer safety through stringent regulatory oversight.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), entitled "An act relating to tax reform and State taxation by codifying and enumerating certain subjects of taxation and imposing taxes thereon; providing procedures for the payment, collection, administration and enforcement thereof; providing for tax credits in certain cases; conferring powers and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue, certain employers, fiduciaries, individuals, persons, corporations and other entities; prescribing crimes, offenses and penalties," in tobacco products tax, further providing for definitions, for incidence and rate of tax, for licensing of wholesalers and for licensing of retailers and providing for Nicotine Electronic Cigarette Directory.
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• Introduced: 05/07/2025
• Added: 05/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 24 : Jeanne McNeill (D)*, Lee James (R), Tim Briggs (D), Melissa Shusterman (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Arvind Venkat (D), José Giral (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Mandy Steele (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), Tarik Khan (D), Bob Freeman (D), Steve Samuelson (D), Jim Haddock (D), Torren Ecker (R), Josh Kail (R), Kate Klunk (R), Chad Reichard (R), Pete Schweyer (D), Kyle Mullins (D), Kristin Marcell (R), Tim Twardzik (R), Jim Rigby (R), Joe Kerwin (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Laid on the table
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CA bill #AB905 • Last Action 05/14/2025
State general obligation bonds: disclosure requirements.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces new transparency requirements for state general obligation bonds approved by voters on or after January 1, 2026. The legislation mandates that public bodies and state agencies must develop and publicly disclose detailed information about bond expenditures within 90 days of voter approval, including specific goals, performance indicators, and data collection requirements. Public bodies must create comprehensive online notifications that provide an overview of authorized programs and projects, explain accountability criteria, and offer detailed information about bond usage. Additionally, these agencies must submit annual written reports to key government entities like the Department of Finance and Legislative Analyst, which will assess whether bond-funded projects have been completed efficiently, achieved their intended purposes, and complied with statutory requirements. The bill aims to increase transparency and public trust by ensuring voters can easily track how bond funds are being used and whether they are meeting established objectives. By requiring clear performance metrics and regular reporting, the legislation seeks to enhance accountability in public infrastructure investments and provide Californians with readily accessible information about how bond proceeds are being spent.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 16724.2 to the Government Code, relating to public finance.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blanca Pacheco (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/28/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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IA bill #HF1044 • Last Action 05/14/2025
A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for state government administration and regulation, including the department of administrative services, auditor of state, ethics and campaign disclosure board, offices of governor and lieutenant governor, department of inspections, appeals, and licensing, department of insurance and financial services, department of management, Iowa public employees' retirement system, public information board, department of revenue, secretary of state, tr
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides appropriations for various state government departments and agencies for the fiscal year 2025-2026, allocating funds for operational expenses, salaries, and specific program initiatives. The bill includes appropriations for multiple state entities such as the Department of Administrative Services, Auditor of State, Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board, Governor and Lieutenant Governor's offices, Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing, Department of Insurance and Financial Services, Department of Management, Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS), Public Information Board, Department of Revenue, Secretary of State, Treasurer of State, and Iowa Utilities Commission. A notable provision requires premium taxes paid by captive insurance companies to be deposited into the captive insurance regulatory and supervision fund. The bill also includes a requirement for state agencies to give preference to Iowa-based products when making purchases, with secondary preference given to U.S. products. Each department's appropriation includes specific allocations for salaries, support, maintenance, and miscellaneous purposes, with detailed breakdowns of full-time equivalent (FTE) positions. Additionally, the bill provides flexibility for some departments to retain unencumbered funds or reallocate appropriations as needed, and sets specific guidelines for fee collection and usage across various state agencies.
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Bill Summary: FY 2025-2026 APPROPRIATIONS. This bill relates to and appropriates moneys to various state departments, agencies, and funds for FY 2025-2026, including the department of administrative services, auditor of state, Iowa ethics and campaign disclosure board, offices of governor and lieutenant governor, department of inspections, appeals, and licensing, department of insurance and financial services, department of management, Iowa public employees’ retirement system, Iowa public information board, department of revenue, secretary of state, treasurer of state, and Iowa utilities commission. The bill limits a standing appropriation for FY 2025-2026 for enforcement of Code chapter 453D relating to tobacco product manufacturers under Code section 453D.8. CAPTIVE INSURANCE REGULATORY AND SUPERVISION FUND —— CAPTIVE COMPANY PREMIUM TAXES. The bill requires premium taxes paid by captive companies under Code section 432.1A to be deposited in the captive insurance regulatory and supervision fund.
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• Introduced: 05/09/2025
• Added: 05/09/2025
• Session: 91st General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/09/2025
• Last Action: Message from Senate. H.J. 1199.
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OR bill #SB907 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Relating to ownership of premises; prescribing an effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new requirements for ownership verification and consent for premises used in psilocybin, marijuana production, and medical marijuana cultivation and processing in Oregon. Specifically, the bill requires applicants for licenses or registrations to submit detailed information about the legal address and ownership of the premises they intend to use. If the applicant is not the property owner, they must obtain a written, notarized consent from the owner specifying the number of years the consent is valid. The Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission are required to independently verify the ownership information with the county and can cancel applications if ownership cannot be verified or if required documentation is not provided. The bill applies to licenses and registrations issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2026, with provisions allowing the relevant authorities to prepare for implementation before that date. The goal appears to be increasing transparency and accountability in the cannabis and psilocybin industries by ensuring clear documentation of property ownership and use consent.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act changes some requirements for a person who wants to be allowed to grow marijuana or psilocybin. The Act states that the person must tell the OHA or the OLCC where the person plans to grow, process or produce the marijuana or psilocybin and who owns the site that the person plans to use. The Act specifies some cases when the OHA or the OLCC cannot give permission to the person. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.2). Requires an applicant for a license to manufacture psilocybin to submit to the Oregon Health Authority information regarding the ownership and location of the premises to be licensed or for which a license will be renewed . Prohibits the authority from issuing or renewing a license in specified circumstances. Requires an applicant for a license to produce or process marijuana to submit to the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission information regarding the ownership and location of the premises to be licensed or for which a license will be renewed . Prohibits the commission from issuing or renewing a license in specified circumstances. Requires an applicant for a medical marijuana grow site or medical marijuana processing site registration to submit to the authority information regarding the ownership and location of the premises to be registered or for which a registration is being renewed . Prohibits the authority from issuing or renewing a registration in specified circumstances. Allows the authority to re- lease certain information about a marijuana grow site to a county for purposes of verifying ownership of a premises for which a marijuana grow site registration may be issued or re- newed. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 5 : Kim Thatcher (R)*, Rick Lewis (R)*, Ed Diehl (R), Kevin Mannix (R), Dwayne Yunker (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Recommendation: Do pass.
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CA bill #AB662 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Postsecondary education: mixed-use intersegmental educational facility in the City of Chula Vista: South County Higher Education Planning Task Force.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the South County Higher Education Planning Task Force to evaluate the feasibility of creating a mixed-use intersegmental educational facility in the City of Chula Vista, addressing barriers to postsecondary education in the southern region of San Diego County. The task force will be composed of representatives from San Diego State University, Southwestern College, University of California San Diego, the City of Chula Vista, Sweetwater Union High School District, and other appointed members, with a requirement that all members be South County residents or have a vested interest in the area. The task force's responsibilities include identifying potential governance structures, analyzing site locations and infrastructure requirements, recommending funding mechanisms, identifying potential statutory barriers, and conducting public engagement activities. The group is required to convene its first meeting by July 1, 2026, and submit a comprehensive report to legislative committees by July 1, 2027. The bill recognizes the unique educational needs of Chula Vista and provides for potential state reimbursement of local costs. These provisions are set to be repealed on January 1, 2031, ensuring the task force's work is time-limited and focused on developing a collaborative solution to expand postsecondary education access in the region.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Section 66014.7 of the Education Code, relating to postsecondary education.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 05/02/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : David Alvarez (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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DE bill #SB109 • Last Action 05/14/2025
An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To A Social Work Licensure Compact.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill enters Delaware into the Social Work Licensure Compact (SWLC), a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate interstate practice for social workers by creating a streamlined licensure process. The Compact allows social workers to obtain a multistate license that enables them to practice in all member states, reducing bureaucratic barriers and addressing workforce shortages. Key provisions include establishing a Compact Commission to oversee implementation, creating a centralized data system for tracking licensure and disciplinary information, and setting clear eligibility requirements for social workers seeking a multistate license. Social workers must meet specific educational, examination, and practice requirements based on their professional category (bachelor's, master's, or clinical), and will be required to comply with the laws and regulations of the state where they are providing services. The bill aims to increase public access to social work services, support military families, promote professional mobility, and enhance states' ability to protect public health and safety. The Compact will become effective once seven states have enacted it, and Delaware will join other states in participating in this interstate licensing agreement, with potential applications for multistate licenses expected to begin in late 2025.
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Bill Summary: This Act enters Delaware into the Social Work Licensure Compact. This will allow social workers to obtain a multistate license among the member states. Delaware will join the Compact Commission that is comprised of membership of all states that have enacted the Compact. Enough states have enacted the Compact that the Commission has been created and the applications for licensure could start in late 2025. Currently, at least 24 states have joined the Compact, while another 18 have pending legislation to enact the Compact, including Maryland and Pennsylvania.
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• Introduced: 04/15/2025
• Added: 04/16/2025
• Session: 153rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 17 : Marie Pinkney (D)*, Nnamdi Chukwuocha (D), Rae Moore (D), Eric Buckson (R), Daniel Cruce (D), Stephanie Hansen (D), Kyra Hoffner (D), Russ Huxtable (D), Tizzy Lockman (D), Nicole Poore (D), Raymond Seigfried (D), Jack Walsh (D), Stephanie Bolden (D), Kendra Johnson (D), Eric Morrison (D), Ed Osienski (D), Rebecca Snyder-Hall (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Health & Human Development Committee in House
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PA bill #HB500 • Last Action 05/14/2025
In Pennsylvania Economic Development for a Growing Economy (PA EDGE) Tax Credits, repealing provisions relating to local resource manufacturing, providing for Reliable Energy Investment Tax Credit, repealing provisions relating to Pennsylvania milk processing and providing for Pennsylvania milk processing; in regional clean hydrogen hubs, further providing for definitions, for eligibility, for application and approval of tax credit, for use of tax credits and for applicability; in semiconductor
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to Pennsylvania's tax credit programs across multiple economic development sectors. The bill repeals and replaces existing subarticles related to local resource manufacturing, milk processing, and regional clean hydrogen hubs while introducing new tax credit provisions for reliable energy, geothermal energy, and sustainable aviation fuel. The key provisions include: For the Reliable Energy Investment Tax Credit, the bill establishes a new program providing tax credits for clean energy projects based on their carbon emissions intensity, with credits ranging from 16 cents to 81 cents per kilogram of hydrogen depending on the project's carbon intensity. Eligible projects must make a capital investment of at least $100,000,000, create at least 200 new jobs, and be located in various regions of Pennsylvania. The program will make up to $49,000,000 in tax credits available annually from 2025 to 2045. For the Milk Processing Tax Credit, the bill updates the program to provide up to $2.30 per hundred weight of milk processed, with an additional $1.15 for organic dairy. Qualified taxpayers must invest at least $50,000,000 or create 100 new jobs, and the program will make up to $15,000,000 in tax credits available annually. The bill also introduces new tax credit programs for geothermal energy projects (providing up to 30% of capital investment, max $5,000,000) and sustainable aviation fuel production (75 cents per gallon), with various eligibility requirements focused on job creation, local investment, and environmental considerations. Additionally, the bill modifies existing tax credit programs for semiconductor manufacturing, lowering investment thresholds and creating special provisions for early-stage semiconductor businesses. The changes aim to attract and support clean energy, manufacturing, and technological innovation in Pennsylvania by providing targeted tax incentives across multiple industries.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), entitled "An act relating to tax reform and State taxation by codifying and enumerating certain subjects of taxation and imposing taxes thereon; providing procedures for the payment, collection, administration and enforcement thereof; providing for tax credits in certain cases; conferring powers and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue, certain employers, fiduciaries, individuals, persons, corporations and other entities; prescribing crimes, offenses and penalties," in Pennsylvania Economic Development for a Growing Economy (PA EDGE) Tax Credits, repealing provisions relating to local resource manufacturing, providing for Reliable Energy Investment Tax Credit, repealing provisions relating to Pennsylvania milk processing and providing for Pennsylvania milk processing; in regional clean hydrogen hubs, further providing for definitions, for eligibility, for application and approval of tax credit, for use of tax credits and for applicability; in semiconductor manufacturing and biomedical manufacturing and research, further providing for definitions and for application and approval of tax credit and providing for geothermal energy and for sustainable aviation fuel; and, in application of Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for definitions.
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• Introduced: 04/23/2025
• Added: 04/24/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 42 : John Inglis (D)*, Rob Matzie (D), Tom Mehaffie (R), Arvind Venkat (D), Kristine Howard (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Maureen Madden (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), José Giral (D), Steve Malagari (D), Ed Neilson (D), Nikki Rivera (D), Jessica Benham (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Jenn O'Mara (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Nathan Davidson (D), Mandy Steele (D), Kyle Donahue (D), Lisa Borowski (D), Jeanne McNeill (D), Tarik Khan (D), Paul Friel (D), James Prokopiak (D), Lindsay Powell (D), Aerion Abney (D), Dan Miller (D), Abigail Salisbury (D), Bob Merski (D), Tarah Probst (D), Pete Schweyer (D), Joe McAndrew (D), Ryan Bizzarro (D), Tina Davis (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Pat Gallagher (D), Jim Haddock (D), Emily Kinkead (D), Joe Webster (D), Keith Harris (D), Dave Madsen (D), Carol Kazeem (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 18 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Third consideration and final passage (108-95)
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MI bill #SB0303 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Health occupations: physicians; interstate medical licensure compact; update.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC), a voluntary agreement among states to create a streamlined process for physicians to obtain medical licenses in multiple states. The compact aims to enhance healthcare access by making it easier for qualified physicians to practice across state lines while maintaining rigorous professional standards. Key provisions include defining eligibility requirements for physicians, which include having graduated from an accredited medical school, passing licensing exams, completing graduate medical education, and holding a full and unrestricted medical license in a principal state. The compact creates an expedited licensure process where physicians can apply through their state of principal license, which will conduct background checks and verify qualifications. The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission will be established to administer the compact, promulgate rules, maintain a coordinated information system, and facilitate joint investigations across member states. Participating states will share disciplinary information and can take coordinated action against physicians who violate medical practice standards. The compact becomes effective once enacted by at least seven states, and member states can withdraw with appropriate notice. Overall, the bill seeks to improve medical professional mobility while preserving patient safety and state regulatory authority.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled"Public health code,"(MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 16189.
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• Introduced: 05/14/2025
• Added: 05/15/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Roger Hauck (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Health Policy
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CA bill #AB563 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Childcare: Early Childhood Policy Council.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill reforms California's Early Childhood Policy Council and strategic planning councils for child care, introducing several key changes. The bill requires the Early Childhood Policy Council to submit an annual report to the Legislature that includes successes, challenges, and gaps in the state's childhood education systems, and develop policy proposals and budget requests related to facility needs, workforce needs, and family access. It renames "local planning councils" to "strategic planning councils" and expands their composition to include representatives from various child care and education sectors, such as resource and referral agencies, alternative payment providers, First 5 county commissions, and education institutions. The bill also mandates that these councils conduct a needs assessment every five years, using a template developed by the state department, and develop a strategic plan every three years that addresses facility needs, workforce development, family access, and transition planning. Additionally, the bill requires strategic planning councils to convene stakeholder forums, work with educational agencies to support children with exceptional needs, and ensure diverse representation. The changes aim to improve coordination, planning, and support for early childhood education and child care services across California, with a focus on equity and meeting local community needs.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 10320 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to childcare.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Corey Jackson (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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CA bill #AB470 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Telephone corporations: carriers of last resort.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for telephone corporations to transition away from traditional carrier of last resort obligations in certain areas of California. The legislation allows telephone corporations to seek relief from carrier of last resort status in two specific scenarios: areas with no population and no basic exchange service customers, and areas considered "well-served" with multiple service providers. Telephone corporations must follow a detailed process that includes filing advice letters with the California Public Utilities Commission, publishing notices to customers, and committing to several obligations such as expanding fiber optic buildout, providing alternative voice services, offering discounted broadband plans for eligible consumers, and supporting community technology initiatives. The bill requires telephone corporations to maintain service for existing customers for at least 12 months, provide migration assistance for small businesses, fund public safety technology upgrades, and conduct informational workshops. The legislation aims to facilitate a responsible transition to modern communication technologies while ensuring that no Californians are left without reliable voice service, with particular attention to protecting vulnerable populations and supporting digital equity. The bill also creates a Public Safety Agency Technology Upgrade Grant Fund and requires the Public Utilities Commission to develop a comprehensive transition plan by January 1, 2027.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 1.5 (commencing with Section 2878) to Chapter 10 of Part 2 of Division 1 of the Public Utilities Code, relating to communications, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tina McKinnor (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Hearing postponed by committee.
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CA bill #AB1514 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Labor contracts.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 2810 of the Labor Code to require that written contracts for labor services with certain types of contractors (such as construction, farm labor, janitorial, and security guard contractors) now include the email addresses of both the person seeking labor services and the contractor, in addition to the previously required contact information. The bill maintains existing provisions that prohibit entering into contracts that do not provide sufficient funds for contractors to comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws. The legislation continues to establish a rebuttable presumption about contract compliance when specific detailed contract provisions are met, including the new email address requirement. The bill preserves existing provisions allowing employees who are harmed by violations to seek damages (up to $250 for an initial violation and $1,000 for subsequent violations) and attorney's fees, and maintains the ability to seek injunctive relief. The purpose appears to be enhancing communication and transparency in labor contracts by mandating an additional method of contact between parties, while preserving protections for workers and contractors.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 2810 of the Labor Code, relating to labor contracts.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on L., P.E. & R.
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CA bill #AB1271 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Communications: broadband internet service providers.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance transparency and consumer protections for broadband internet service providers in California by establishing several key requirements. The legislation would mandate that broadband providers submit annual reports to the Department of Consumer Affairs (or potentially the Department of Broadband and Digital Equity) containing detailed pricing and speed data at the census tract level, including advertised speeds, actual performance, total consumer costs, and plan structures. The department would be required to publish an annual report analyzing this data and make it publicly accessible. The bill also establishes a comprehensive consumer complaint resolution process, requiring providers to create dedicated channels for consumer complaints, respond within seven business days, and resolve issues within 30-60 days. If providers fail to resolve complaints in a timely manner, consumers would be entitled to remedies such as service credits, refunds, or hardware replacements, including a mandatory minimum $50 credit for unresolved complaints beyond 60 days. Providers that fail to comply with these provisions could face administrative penalties of up to $1,000 per violation per day. The legislation is contingent upon sufficient funding being appropriated by the Legislature and is designed to ensure that broadband subscribers receive reliable service, transparent pricing, and effective customer support, with the ultimate goal of promoting digital equity and consumer protection in California.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 8.2 (commencing with Section 21220) to Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to communications.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mia Bonta (D)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #AB734 • Last Action 05/14/2025
Environmental protection: biological resources data: State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission: powerplants: power lines: applications.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to increase transparency and public access to biological resources data by requiring the State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission (Energy Commission) to make such data publicly available when submitted as part of powerplant or power line certification applications. Specifically, the bill defines biological resources data as information about species and habitats, including observations, surveys, scientific studies, and maps. While the bill mandates public disclosure of this data through the Energy Commission's docket, it also provides a protective mechanism through the Department of Fish and Wildlife, which can withhold specific location data if its disclosure would pose a significant risk to species. In such cases, the Department must provide a written determination to the Energy Commission, assessing how much data can be safely released. The bill applies these requirements to both standard certification applications and applications for eligible facilities like solar or wind powerplants with a generating capacity of 50 megawatts or more. Additionally, the bill includes a provision that if the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill imposes state-mandated costs on local agencies, those agencies will be reimbursed according to existing government code procedures.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Sections 25544 and 25545.17 to the Public Resources Code, relating to environmental protection.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Nick Schultz (D)*, Jessica Caloza (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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MD bill #HB517 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Workgroup on the Reorganization of the Maryland Transit Administration
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a Workgroup on the Reorganization of the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) to study potential reorganization strategies for the Maryland Department of Transportation and the MTA. The Workgroup will consist of 9 members, including legislative committee chairs, the Secretary of Transportation, the Maryland Transit Administrator, the Baltimore Region Transit Commission chair, a local metropolitan planning organization representative, and two MTA service users appointed by the Governor. The group will specifically examine options for maintaining local Baltimore City transit services (light rail, subway, and bus), review current contractual obligations, and explore governance changes to ensure appropriate local oversight. The Workgroup is required to analyze alternative reorganization plans, provide cost estimates, and assess potential impacts on federal funding and regulatory compliance. By December 1, 2026, the Workgroup must submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Governor and General Assembly, along with draft legislation to implement its suggestions. The bill emphasizes that any reorganization plan cannot reduce funding for local Baltimore City transit services, and it anticipates allocating $150,000 for consulting services to support the Workgroup's efforts. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and remain in effect for two years before automatically being abrogated.
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Bill Summary: Establishing the Workgroup on the Reorganization of the Maryland Transit Administration to study reorganizing the Maryland Transit Administration; requiring the Workgroup to report its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly on or before December 1, 2025; and requiring the Department of Transportation, in consultation with the Department of Legislative Services, to submit to the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House draft legislation to effectuate the recommendations of the Workgroup.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Marc Korman (D)*, Jared Solomon (D), Ryan Spiegel (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 462
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DE bill #SB139 • Last Action 05/13/2025
An Act To Amend Title 11 And Title 29 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Biological Evidence.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides comprehensive improvements to Delaware's laws concerning biological evidence, particularly for sexual assault cases, by establishing clear protocols and protections for victims. The bill defines key terms like "biological sample," "sexual assault kit" (SAK), and various DNA-related terminology, and establishes specific requirements for law enforcement agencies regarding the collection, testing, and preservation of biological evidence. It mandates that law enforcement submit sexual assault kits to the Division of Forensic Science (DFS) within 30 days, requires DNA analysis to be completed within 90 days, and ensures victims have the right to be informed about the status and results of their evidence testing. The bill also provides victims with additional rights, such as being notified about potential DNA profile matches and having the option to prevent the destruction of their biological evidence. Furthermore, the legislation standardizes procedures for DNA collection from individuals convicted of certain crimes, establishes guidelines for maintaining DNA databases, and ensures that victims can designate an advocate to receive information about their case. The bill aims to improve transparency, efficiency, and victim support in the handling of biological evidence, particularly in sexual assault investigations.
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Bill Summary: This Act provides protections and rights to victims of sexual assault by doing all of the following:
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• Introduced: 05/13/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 153rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Marie Pinkney (D)*, Bryan Townsend (D)*, Cyndie Romer (D), Krista Griffith (D), Eric Morrison (D), DeShanna Neal (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/14/2025
• Last Action: Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate
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TX bill #HB2437 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Relating to the adoption and amendment of an annual budget by certain emergency services districts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new rules for budget adoption and amendment specifically for emergency services districts located entirely within counties with populations over 3 million. The bill requires the district's board to prepare an annual budget through an open meeting with public notice, and mandates that the proposed budget be posted on the district's website at least 72 hours before the meeting. Once the budget is adopted, amendments can only be made through another open meeting with specific public notice requirements, including posting the proposed amendment online and including specific agenda items about public comment and potential amendment adoption. Any budget amendment must be approved by at least three board members after allowing public comments. The new regulations aim to increase transparency in the budget process by ensuring public visibility and opportunity for input. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, giving districts time to prepare for the new procedural requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the adoption and amendment of an annual budget by certain emergency services districts.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jon Rosenthal (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars
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PA bill #SB226 • Last Action 05/13/2025
In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the definition of "State-affiliated entity" in the Right-to-Know Law by updating the list of organizations that are considered state-affiliated. The revised definition continues to include various Commonwealth authorities and entities such as the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, Pennsylvania Game Commission, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, and several other state-related organizations. Specifically, the bill adds new entities to the existing list, which helps clarify which organizations are subject to public information and transparency requirements under the law. The new definition maintains the previous exclusion of State-related institutions from the definition. The bill will take effect 60 days after its enactment, providing a standard transition period for agencies to understand and implement the updated definition. This modification aims to provide greater clarity about which state-related organizations are considered "State-affiliated entities" for the purposes of public information access.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), entitled "An act providing for access to public information, for a designated open-records officer in each Commonwealth agency, local agency, judicial agency and legislative agency, for procedure, for appeal of agency determination, for judicial review and for the Office of Open Records; imposing penalties; providing for reporting by State-related institutions; requiring the posting of certain State contract information on the Internet; and making related repeals," in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Kristin Phillips-Hill (R)*, Wayne Fontana (D), Greg Rothman (R), Jarrett Coleman (R), Judy Ward (R), Cris Dush (R), Doug Mastriano (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Referred to INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS AND OPERATIONS
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MI bill #SB0181 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Appropriations: department of environment, Great Lakes, and energy; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides appropriations for the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with a total gross appropriation of $1,034,667,500. The bill allocates funding across several key divisions including Departmental Administration and Support, Water Resources, Air Quality, Remediation and Redevelopment, Underground Storage Tank Authority, Renewing Michigan's Environment, Information Technology, Drinking Water and Environmental Health, Materials Management, Geologic Resources Management, and Water Infrastructure. Additionally, the bill includes one-time appropriations for electric charging infrastructure, an information management initiative, and other specific projects. The funding comes from various sources including federal revenues, state general funds, and multiple special revenue funds. Notable provisions include requirements for grant administration, reporting obligations, preferences for Michigan businesses, and specific directives for fund usage such as lead service line replacement and water infrastructure emergency assistance. The bill also includes several administrative and procedural requirements for the department, such as reporting on out-of-state travel, protecting marginalized communities' access to resources, and ensuring transparency in grant spending.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of environment, Great Lakes, and energy for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Jeff Irwin (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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MA bill #S24 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Amending the charter of the town of Sandwich
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes multiple amendments to the charter of the town of Sandwich, with the most significant changes focusing on replacing the term "board of selectmen" with "select board" throughout the document. Key provisions include modifying the composition and duties of the select board, updating procedures for town meetings and budget preparation, and revising recall election processes. Specifically, the bill introduces changes such as requiring a short information summary for each warrant article, expanding budget transparency by mandating comparative figures and historical data, and establishing more detailed procedures for recall elections. The bill also adjusts requirements for select board members, including restrictions on holding other town offices, and updates the charter review process to require a review at least every 10 years. Additionally, the bill increases the town manager's spending threshold from $1,000,000 to $1,500,000 and modifies various administrative procedures related to town governance. The changes aim to modernize the town's charter, improve transparency, and clarify governmental roles and processes. The bill will take effect immediately upon its passage.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Sandwich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Dylan Fernandes (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government Hearing (13:00:00 5/13/2025 B-1)
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CT bill #SB01541 • Last Action 05/13/2025
An Act Concerning The Office Of The Correction Ombuds, Disclosure Of Disciplinary Matters Or Alleged Misconduct By A Department Of Correction Employee And Use Of Force And Body Cameras In Correctional Facilities.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill significantly enhances the powers and independence of the Correction Ombuds, an oversight role for Connecticut's correctional facilities. The bill extends the Correction Ombuds' term from two to four years, aligning it with the Governor's term, and provides robust new authorities including the ability to conduct unannounced facility visits, issue subpoenas, hold hearings, and communicate confidentially with incarcerated individuals. The Ombuds can now conduct surveys, publish findings, and make policy recommendations, with protections ensuring they cannot be retaliated against for their work. The bill also mandates new provisions for reporting use of force by correction officers, requiring officers to intervene and report excessive force, and directs the Department of Correction to develop a plan for body-worn cameras by January 2026. Additionally, the legislation ensures that collective bargaining agreements cannot prevent disclosure of disciplinary actions and requires the Ombuds to publish a database of legal cases against the Department of Correction. The overall aim is to increase transparency, accountability, and oversight of correctional facilities and employee conduct, while providing incarcerated individuals with a more robust mechanism for reporting concerns and seeking resolution.
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Bill Summary: To (1) lengthen the term of the Correction Ombuds, (2) modify the duties and powers of the Office of the Correction Ombuds, (3) amend the budget process for the Office of the Correction Ombuds, (4) modify provisions concerning use of force in correctional facilities, (5) require the development of a plan for use of body cameras by correctional officers, and (6) permit claimants to be granted permission to sue the state in the case of certain claims by persons who are incarcerated.
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• Introduced: 03/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Judiciary Committee, Travis Simms (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, Senate
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CA bill #AB769 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Regional park and open-space districts.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several provisions related to regional park and open-space districts, with key changes focusing on board compensation, administrative roles, land conveyance, and operational procedures. Specifically, the bill allows board members to receive up to $1,000 monthly compensation, with an automatic 5% annual increase unless waived by the board, and provides more flexibility in board-appointed officer roles and consolidation. The bill adjusts land conveyance rules by requiring voter consent only for leases exceeding 50 years (increased from 25 years) and allows park districts like the East Bay Regional Park District to exchange up to 80 acres of land annually, with a two-thirds board vote instead of a unanimous vote. Additionally, the bill modifies procurement procedures by requiring bid notices to be published on the district's website instead of in local newspapers and allows general managers in districts with populations over 200,000 to bind the district for equipment and material purchases within specified limits. The legislation also makes several technical changes, such as updating gender-neutral language and repealing certain existing provisions, with a specific focus on providing unique operational flexibility for the East Bay Regional Park District.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 5500, 5538, 5540, 5540.5, 5549, 5563.5, and 5564 of, and to repeal Sections 5545.5, 5558.1, and 5563.7 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to parks.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lori Wilson (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.
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MD bill #HB1064 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Montgomery County Planning Board and Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission - Open Meetings - Live Streaming Requirement MC/PG 101-25
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the live streaming requirements for the Montgomery County Planning Board and the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission, narrowing the circumstances under which they must provide live video or audio streaming of their open meetings. The bill specifies that live streaming is no longer mandatory for all meetings, but only for meetings held at the organization's headquarters or at locations where they have held at least 10 meetings in the previous calendar year. Additionally, the bill clarifies that project site visits or educational field tours where no organizational business is conducted do not count as open meetings requiring live streaming. The organizations are still required to maintain archived recordings of livestreamed meetings on their websites and prepare meeting minutes as soon as practicable. If technical issues prevent live streaming, the bill allows for good-faith efforts to record the meeting, and such technical difficulties will not invalidate actions taken during the meeting, provided the issues are not due to willful misconduct. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing ample time for the affected organizations to adjust their meeting streaming practices.
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Bill Summary: Establishing that certain project site visits and educational field tours do not constitute open meetings subject to the requirement that the Montgomery County Planning Board and the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission, respectively, stream live video or audio of their open meetings.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 591
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TX bill #SB5 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Relating to the creation of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, a new state agency dedicated to advancing research on dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and related disorders. The institute will be governed by a nine-member Oversight Committee appointed equally by the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker of the house, with members required to have expertise in medical research or personal experience with these conditions. The institute's primary purposes are to create and expedite innovative research, attract research capabilities to Texas institutions, and award grants to promote research, prevention strategies, and potential medical breakthroughs. The bill creates a comprehensive framework for the institute's operations, including detailed provisions for grant awards, conflict of interest management, and financial oversight. Key components include establishing peer review and program integration committees, implementing strict ethical guidelines, and requiring annual public reporting of the institute's activities, grant recipients, and financial details. The institute is subject to the Texas Sunset Act and will be eligible for funding through a proposed constitutional amendment that would transfer $3 billion from state general revenue to a dedicated Dementia Prevention and Research Fund. The bill is contingent on voter approval of the related constitutional amendment and is set to take effect on December 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the creation of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.
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OK bill #SB91 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Law enforcement; Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training; qualifications for the Executive Director. Emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the qualifications for the Executive Director of the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) in Oklahoma. Specifically, the bill changes the existing requirements for who can serve as the Executive Director. Under the new provisions, the Executive Director must be a professional law enforcement officer with a minimum of ten years of experience in law enforcement as a supervisor, or five years of supervisory experience in law enforcement and a four-year college degree in law enforcement administration, law, criminology, or a related science. This is a change from the previous requirements, which specified a bachelor's degree in law enforcement or a related field. The bill removes the previous educational degree requirements and focuses more on professional law enforcement experience. The legislation also declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage, which allows for quick implementation of the new qualification standards for the CLEET Executive Director position.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to law enforcement; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3311, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 65, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 3311), which relates to the creation of the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training; modifying qualifications for the position of Executive Director; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jonathan Wingard (R)*, David Hardin (R)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Remove as author Senator Woods; authored by Senator Wingard
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MN bill #HF2432 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Judiciary, public safety, and corrections policy and finance bill.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides comprehensive appropriations and policy changes across multiple state government areas, with a focus on judiciary, public safety, corrections, and government data practices. Here's a summary of key provisions: This bill appropriates funds for various state agencies and branches of government for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, including the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, District Courts, and public safety departments. The bill includes significant appropriations for areas like digital accessibility, cybersecurity, psychological services, and interpreter services. It also establishes the Minnesota Victims of Crime Account, which will receive funding from sources like marriage license fees and corporate and individual offender assessments. The bill transfers financial crimes and fraud investigations from the Department of Commerce to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, creating a new Financial Crimes and Fraud Section. Key policy changes include modifications to judicial branch operations, such as creating an Office of Appellate Counsel and Training, and establishing new reporting requirements for various judicial and public safety entities. The bill makes significant changes to government data practices, particularly concerning the protection of personal information for judicial officials in real property records. In the public safety realm, the bill introduces new provisions related to criminal sentencing, including mandatory assessments for corporate offenders and victim services, and changes to how certain criminal offenses are handled. It also includes provisions for opiate antagonist availability in correctional facilities and modifications to various criminal justice procedures. The bill addresses corrections policy by adjusting community supervision funding formulas, creating provisions for non-participating Tribal Nations, and making changes to probation and supervision services. Additionally, it includes financial reforms such as transferring financial crimes investigations and creating new funding mechanisms for various state programs. Notably, the bill has numerous effective date provisions, with many changes taking effect on different dates in 2025 and 2026, allowing for gradual implementation of the various policy changes.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; providing for judiciary, public safety, corrections, and government data practices policy; establishing Minnesota victims of crime account; modifying certain fees; establishing monetary assessments for certain corporate and individual offender convictions; transferring financial crimes and fraud investigations to the Financial Crimes and Fraud Section in the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension; clarifying Tribal Nation access and use of community services subsidy; amending real property judicial foreclosure law; providing for reports; transferring funds to the Minnesota victims of crime account; reducing certain appropriations; appropriating money for the supreme court, court of appeals, district courts, Board of Civil Legal Aid, State Guardian ad Litem Board, tax court, Uniform Laws Commission, Board on Judicial Standards, Board of Public Defense, Human Rights, Office of Appellate Counsel and Training, Competency Attainment Board, Cannabis Expungement Board, Secretary of State, Sentencing Guidelines Commission, public safety, Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board, Private Detective Board, corrections, ombudsperson for corrections, Clemency Review Commission, children, youth, and families, and the Office of Higher Education; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 13.03, subdivision 3; 13.32, subdivisions 2, 5; 13.43, subdivision 2; 13.82, subdivision 1; 13.991; 43A.17, subdivision 13; 45.0135, subdivisions 2b, 6, 7, 8, 9, by adding a subdivision; 60A.951, subdivision 2; 60A.952, subdivisions 2, 4, 5; 60A.954, subdivision 2; 60A.956; 65B.84; 142A.76, subdivision 8; 144E.123, subdivision 3; 152.137, subdivisions 1, 2; 171.187, subdivisions 1, 3; 244.18, subdivisions 1, 7, 9; 244.19, subdivisions 1c, 1d, 5, 5a; 244.20; 260C.419, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 268.19, subdivision 1; 268B.30; 297I.11, subdivision 2; 299A.01, by adding a subdivision; 299C.40, subdivision 1; 299F.47, subdivision 2; 401.03; 401.10, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 401.11, subdivision 1; 401.14; 401.15, subdivision 2; 480.243, by adding a subdivision; 480.35, by adding a subdivision; 480.40, subdivisions 1, 3; 480.45, subdivision 2; 484.44; 484.51; 517.08, subdivisions 1b, 1c; 518.68, subdivision 1; 518B.01, subdivision 2; 524.5-420; 580.07, subdivisions 1, 2; 581.02; 595.02, by adding a subdivision; 609.2232; 609.322, subdivision 1; 609.531, subdivision 1; 609.78, subdivision 2c; 611.45, subdivision 3; 611.46, subdivision 2; 611.49, subdivisions 2, 3; 611.55, subdivision 3; 611.56, subdivision 1; 611.59, subdivisions 1, 4; 626.05, subdivision 2; 626.84, subdivision 1; 626.8516, subdivisions 4, 5, 6; 628.26; 629.344; Laws 2023, chapter 52, article 2, section 3, subdivision 3; article 11, section 31; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 13; 241; 299A; 299C; 401; 480; 609; repealing Minnesota 1 HF2432 THIRD ENGROSSMENT REVISOR KLL H2432-3 Statutes 2024, sections 45.0135, subdivisions 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 3, 4, 5; 325E.21, subdivision 2b.
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• Introduced: 03/17/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Paul Novotny (R)*, Kelly Moller (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 5/13/2025 )
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MI bill #SB0174 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Appropriations: transportation department; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates funds for the Michigan Department of Transportation for fiscal year 2025-2026, totaling approximately $6.9 billion. The bill covers various transportation-related expenditures, including highway maintenance, road and bridge programs, public transportation services, aeronautics, and several one-time initiatives. Key appropriations include $743.8 million for cities and villages, $1.33 billion for county road commissions, $241.8 million for local bus operating expenses, and $50 million for local infrastructure projects. The bill also includes unique provisions such as a road usage charge study, grants for businesses and municipalities impacted by transportation projects, and funding for wrong-way driver deterrence technology. The funds come from multiple sources, including federal aid, the Michigan transportation fund, state trunkline fund, and other specialized transportation-related funds. The bill includes detailed reporting requirements, guidelines for fund usage, and provisions to protect local infrastructure and support economic development across Michigan's transportation sector.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the state transportation department for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Veronica Klinefelt (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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CA bill #AB1511 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Political Reform Act of 1974: refunding and transferring contributions: voter information guide.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several technical amendments to California's Political Reform Act of 1974, primarily focusing on updates to campaign finance regulations and voter information guide provisions. The bill changes how candidates can handle campaign contributions if they do not appear on the ballot or qualify for write-in votes, specifically allowing them to transfer funds to a committee for the same or a different office without being required to refund contributions. It updates references to federal election laws, replacing outdated code section numbers. The bill also modifies provisions related to the state voter information guide, including specifying its contents, layout, and preparation process. For multipurpose organizations, the bill adjusts reporting requirements for contributions and expenditures, making it easier for such organizations to comply with campaign finance regulations. Additionally, the bill allows the Legislature to amend the voter information guide provisions more flexibly, with the stated intent of making the guide more useful and understandable to voters. The changes are primarily technical in nature and aim to clarify and streamline existing campaign finance and voter information regulations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 81001, 81002, 84101, 84217, 84222, 85318, 85600, 85601, 88000, 88001, 88002, 88002.5, 88003, 88004, 88005, 88006, and 88007 of the Government Code, relating to the Political Reform Act of 1974.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.
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MN bill #HF2551 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Follow-up to 2024 children, youth, and families recodification; technical changes made.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides comprehensive technical changes and follow-up modifications to the 2024 children, youth, and families recodification efforts. It amends numerous Minnesota statutes across multiple chapters to update references, align terminology, and incorporate the new Department of Children, Youth, and Families into existing legal frameworks. The bill systematically updates references to include the new department alongside the Department of Human Services in various contexts, such as data sharing, background studies, licensing procedures, performance management, and administrative processes. The changes appear to be primarily administrative in nature, ensuring smooth integration of the new department into existing legal structures and maintaining continuity of services and regulatory oversight. The bill affects a wide range of areas including social services, child welfare, licensing, data practices, and inter-agency cooperation, with the primary goal of facilitating the transition and operational alignment of the newly created Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to children; follow-up to 2024 children, youth, and families recodification; making technical changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 3.922, subdivision 1; 13.41, subdivision 1; 13.46, subdivisions 3, 4, 9, 10; 13.598, subdivision 10; 14.03, subdivision 3; 116L.881; 125A.15; 125A.744, subdivision 2; 127A.11; 127A.70, subdivision 2; 142A.607, subdivision 14; 142A.609, subdivision 21; 142B.41, subdivision 9; 144.061; 144.225, subdivision 2a; 145.895; 145.901, subdivisions 2, 4; 145.9255, subdivision 1; 145.9265; 174.285, subdivision 4; 214.104; 216C.266, subdivisions 2, 3; 241.021, subdivision 2; 242.09; 242.21; 242.32, subdivision 1; 245.697, subdivisions 1, 2a; 245.814, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 245C.02, subdivisions 7, 12, 13; 245C.031, subdivision 9; 245C.033, subdivision 2; 245C.05, subdivision 7; 245C.07; 256.88; 256.89; 256.90; 256.91; 256.92; 256G.01, subdivisions 1, 3; 256G.03, subdivision 2; 256G.04, subdivision 2; 256G.09, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5; 256G.10; 256G.11; 256G.12, subdivision 1; 260.762, subdivision 2a; 260B.171, subdivision 4; 260E.03, subdivision 6; 260E.11, subdivision 1; 260E.30, subdivision 4; 260E.33, subdivision 6; 261.232; 270B.14, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 299C.76, subdivision 1; 299F.011, subdivision 4a; 402A.10, subdivisions 1a, 2, 4c; 402A.12; 402A.16, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 402A.18, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 402A.35, subdivisions 1, 4, 5; 462A.2095, subdivision 6; 466.131; 518.165, subdivision 5; 524.5-106; 524.5-118, subdivision 2; 595.02, subdivision 2; 626.5533; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 142A.15; 142E.50, subdivisions 2, 12; 245A.02, subdivision 6d; 256G.02, subdivisions 3, 5; 261.003.
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• Introduced: 03/20/2025
• Added: 03/21/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Carlie Kotyza-Witthuhn (D)*, Nolan West (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Presented to Governor
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PA bill #SB604 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Counseling Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes Pennsylvania to join the Counseling Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate professional counselors' ability to practice across state lines more easily. The compact creates a framework for licensed professional counselors to obtain a "Privilege to Practice" in other member states without obtaining multiple individual state licenses. Key provisions include establishing uniform licensure requirements, creating a national data system to track counselors' credentials and disciplinary actions, and setting up a Counseling Compact Commission to oversee implementation. The compact aims to increase public access to counseling services, support military families by allowing easier relocation, enable telehealth practice across state borders, and maintain high professional standards through shared oversight. Counselors must meet specific criteria to practice across state lines, such as holding an unencumbered license in their home state, passing a national exam, completing required education and supervised experience, and adhering to each state's specific practice laws. The compact will take effect once ten states have enacted it, and member states can withdraw with a six-month notice, ensuring flexibility while maintaining a coordinated approach to professional counseling regulation.
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Bill Summary: Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Counseling Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.
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• Introduced: 04/09/2025
• Added: 04/10/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Lisa Boscola (D)*, Judy Schwank (D), Wayne Fontana (D), Carolyn Comitta (D), Rosemary Brown (R), Tracy Pennycuick (R), Greg Rothman (R), Kristin Phillips-Hill (R), Jay Costa (D), Judy Ward (R), Amanda Cappelletti (D), Nickolas Pisciottano (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Consumer Protection And Professional Licensure (s) Hearing (10:45:00 5/13/2025 Hearing Room 1 North Office Bldg. (LIVE STREAMED))
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MN bill #HF3022 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Miscellaneous technical corrections made to laws and statutes; erroneous, obsolete, and omitted text and references corrected; redundant, conflicting, and superseded provisions removed; and style and form changes made.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the bill: This bill makes numerous technical corrections and updates to various Minnesota statutes across multiple government agencies and sections of law. The bill involves minor changes such as correcting cross-references, updating terminology, removing obsolete language, and making technical edits to ensure statutory consistency. Some key areas of technical correction include: 1. Updating references in various sections related to social services, child welfare, and family assistance programs, including changing chapter and section references and modernizing terminology. 2. Making technical corrections to licensing and professional regulations, such as updating references in boards and professional licensing sections. 3. Correcting cross-references in tax, transportation, and local government statutes. 4. Removing obsolete subdivisions and sections from various statutes that are no longer relevant. 5. Adjusting language in sections related to child support, family law, and social services to improve clarity and consistency. 6. Making minor grammatical and stylistic corrections throughout different sections of Minnesota law. The bill also includes some specific changes like adjusting effective dates for certain previous legislation, repealing obsolete subdivisions, and making technical updates to references across different government agencies. The overall purpose appears to be maintaining the accuracy and coherence of Minnesota's legal code by making non-substantive technical corrections. The changes are primarily administrative in nature and do not significantly alter the substantive meaning or intent of the existing laws. The bill aims to improve the technical accuracy and readability of Minnesota statutes.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to legislative enactments; making miscellaneous technical corrections to laws and statutes; correcting erroneous, obsolete, and omitted text and references; removing redundant, conflicting, and superseded provisions; making style and form changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 1.135, subdivision 2; 11A.04; 12B.50; 16C.16, subdivision 10; 17.354; 18F.02, subdivision 2a; 27.01, subdivision 8; 27.069; 27.10; 27.13; 27.19, subdivision 1; 45.0135, subdivision 8; 84.027, subdivisions 16, 19; 84.033, subdivision 1; 84.0835, subdivision 1; 84.0855, subdivision 3; 84.66, subdivision 12; 84.788, subdivision 2; 84.791, subdivision 5; 84.793, subdivision 1; 84.925, subdivision 1; 84A.02; 84A.33, subdivision 2; 84B.03, subdivisions 1, 4; 84D.02, subdivision 3; 85.055, subdivision 1a; 85.22, subdivision 3; 85.41, subdivision 3; 86A.05, subdivision 5; 88.79, subdivision 4; 89.018, subdivision 7; 89.19, subdivision 2; 89.21; 89.22, subdivision 1; 89.53, subdivision 1; 89.551; 90.02; 90.041, subdivision 10; 90.195; 93.47, subdivision 3; 97A.075, subdivisions 1, 7; 97A.101, subdivisions 2, 4; 97A.133, subdivision 3; 97A.445, subdivision 1; 97A.451, subdivision 3b; 97A.465, subdivision 5; 97B.015, subdivisions 4, 7; 97B.715, subdivision 1; 97B.801; 97C.005, subdivision 3; 97C.081, subdivision 10; 97C.205; 97C.342, subdivision 4; 97C.815, subdivision 2; 97C.855; 103A.341; 103B.101, subdivision 2; 103B.215, subdivision 4; 103B.311, subdivision 4; 103B.314, subdivision 4; 103C.201, subdivision 8; 103C.211; 103C.601, subdivision 4; 103C.611, subdivision 3; 103D.271, subdivision 1; 103D.335, subdivisions 19, 21; 103D.405, subdivision 1; 103D.905, subdivision 2; 103E.215, subdivision 3; 103E.291; 103E.325, subdivision 2; 103G.287, subdivision 4; 103G.412; 103H.105; 115.03, subdivision 1; 115A.03, subdivision 37; 115A.64, subdivisions 4, 6; 117.025, subdivision 10; 120B.024, subdivision 2; 120B.23, subdivision 3; 121A.15, subdivision 8; 122A.18, subdivision 1; 122A.26, subdivision 2; 122A.76, subdivision 6; 123A.26, subdivision 1; 123B.09, subdivision 5b; 124D.09, subdivision 19; 124D.42, subdivision 8; 124D.475; 124E.16, subdivision 3; 125A.63, subdivision 5; 126C.13, subdivision 4; 127A.20, subdivision 2; 127A.21, subdivision 5; 127A.41, subdivisions 8, 9; 127A.85; 142A.03, subdivision 1; 142A.609, subdivision 5; 142D.05, subdivision 3; 142D.06, subdivision 1; 142D.11, subdivisions 3, 4, 6; 142D.12, subdivision 1; 142D.25, subdivision 4; 142E.01, subdivision 26; 142G.01, subdivisions 3, 4; 142G.38; 144.291, subdivision 2; 144.966, subdivision 2; 144A.43, subdivision 28; 144E.101, subdivision 14; 144E.28, subdivision 5; 144E.50, subdivision 6; 144G.08, subdivision 64; 147.02, subdivision 6a; 147.09; 147.091, subdivisions 1, 6; 147.111, subdivision 6; 147A.01, subdivision 20; 147A.09, subdivision 3; 147A.13, subdivisions 4, 6, 7; 147A.14, subdivision 6; 1 147A.17, subdivision 1; 147B.02, subdivisions 1, 7, 9; 147B.06, subdivision 4; 147E.10, subdivision 1; 147E.15, subdivision 11; 147E.40, subdivision 1; 147F.05, subdivision 2; 148E.285, subdivision 4; 150A.055, subdivision 1; 150A.06, subdivision 12; 154.19; 161.125, subdivision 3; 161.45, subdivision 4; 161.46, subdivision 1; 162.09, subdivision 4; 163.161; 168.012, subdivision 13; 168.10, subdivision 1c; 168.1291, subdivision 5; 168.187, subdivision 17; 168.27, subdivision 2; 168.327, subdivision 6; 168.345, subdivision 2; 168A.01, subdivisions 18, 19, 20; 168A.14, subdivision 1a; 169.345, subdivisions 3c, 4; 169.58, subdivision 5; 169.781, subdivision 3; 169.81, subdivision 3; 171.017, subdivision 2; 171.06, subdivision 6; 171.0605, subdivision 3; 171.12, subdivision 7; 171.301, subdivision 1; 174.02, subdivision 5; 174.22, subdivision 7; 174.24, subdivision 1a; 174.29, subdivision 1; 174.30, subdivisions 1, 10; 181.953, subdivision 5a; 216B.023, subdivision 3; 216B.1691, subdivision 2h; 216B.241, subdivision 5a; 216C.377, subdivision 1; 216C.379; 216I.07, subdivision 3; 216I.19, subdivisions 2, 4; 218.011, subdivision 8; 219.015, subdivision 1; 219.055, subdivision 2a; 221.031, subdivisions 3b, 10; 221.0314, subdivision 2; 221.81, subdivision 4; 245.4905, subdivision 1; 245.495; 245.735, subdivision 4d; 245A.07, subdivision 3; 245C.02, subdivision 6a; 245D.091, subdivision 2; 245I.23, subdivision 15; 256.01, subdivision 2; 256.0451, subdivisions 3, 11, 19; 256B.0625, subdivision 5m; 256L.02, subdivision 1; 256P.001; 256P.04, subdivision 9; 256P.06, subdivision 3; 256P.10, subdivision 3; 256R.02, subdivision 19; 257.0769, subdivision 1; 260.762, subdivision 2a; 260C.151, subdivision 2a; 260C.178, subdivision 1; 260C.71, subdivision 1; 260E.03, subdivision 23; 260E.14, subdivision 1; 260E.30, subdivision 6; 260E.36, subdivision 5; 270.075, subdivision 1; 270C.63, subdivision 13; 272.02, subdivision 104; 273.42, subdivision 1; 282.38, subdivisions 1, 2; 290.0132, subdivision 26; 290.06, subdivisions 2c, 23a; 297A.75, subdivision 1; 299F.051, subdivision 1a; 299J.05; 299K.08, subdivision 3a; 308C.301, subdivisions 8, 9, 13; 308C.411, subdivision 2; 308C.425, subdivision 3; 308C.545, subdivision 1; 308C.571, subdivision 1; 308C.721, subdivision 2; 308C.801, subdivision 2; 319B.40; 325D.44, subdivision 1a; 336.3-206; 336.9-301; 336.12-107; 352.91, subdivision 3c; 353D.07, subdivision 2; 353G.01, subdivisions 7b, 8b, 10a; 353G.09, subdivision 1a; 354B.31, subdivision 6; 360.013, subdivision 36; 360.031; 360.032, subdivision 1a; 360.62; 360.654; 360.915, subdivision 1; 393.07, subdivision 10; 403.36, subdivision 1; 446A.073, subdivisions 1, 2; 462A.051, subdivision 1; 462A.2096; 469.002, subdivision 25; 469.53; 469.54, subdivision 3; 473.4465, subdivision 3; 473J.23; 477A.0126, subdivision 3a; 477A.013, subdivision 14; 477A.0175, subdivision 1; 477A.24, subdivision 2; 518A.60; 518A.81, subdivision 8; 518A.82, subdivisions 1, 1a, 3, 5; 518B.01, subdivision 4; 576.22; 582.17; 582.18; Laws 2023, chapter 57, article 2, section 66; Laws 2024, chapter 115, article 4, section 3; article 11, section 6; Laws 2024, chapter 120, article 1, section 15; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 645; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 13.465, subdivision 3; 41B.0391, subdivision 6; 115A.1441, subdivision 38; 127A.50, subdivision 3; 148E.130, subdivision 1a; 245.4902; 245C.11, subdivision 4; 275.71, subdivision 5; 469.177, subdivision 1e; 473.4465, subdivision 5; 473J.09, subdivision 14; 473J.14; Laws 2024, chapter 115, article 12, section 5; Laws 2024, chapter 120, article 3, section 3.
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• Introduced: 04/01/2025
• Added: 04/02/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Peggy Scott (R)*, Tina Liebling (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 03/31/2025
• Last Action: Presented to Governor
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PA bill #SB738 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Providing for financial institutions; imposing duties on the Department of Aging and the Department of Banking and Securities; and imposing penalties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Older Adults Protective Services Act to establish new regulations for financial institutions in identifying and preventing financial exploitation of older adults. The bill introduces comprehensive definitions for terms like "financial exploitation," "financial institution," and "transaction," and creates mandatory reporting requirements for financial institution employees who suspect elder financial abuse. Under the new law, if a financial institution employee suspects financial exploitation, they must report it to a designated representative within two business days. The designated representative must then review the report and, if reasonable cause exists, report the suspected exploitation to an area agency on aging or the department. Financial institutions are authorized to temporarily hold or prevent certain transactions if they have reasonable cause to believe financial exploitation may be occurring, with specific guidelines about the duration and conditions of such holds. The bill also provides immunity from civil and criminal liability for financial institutions and their employees who act in good faith when reporting or preventing potential financial exploitation. Additionally, the Department of Aging must develop guidance for reporting, create a model training program for financial institution employees, and submit annual reports detailing the number and types of financial exploitation reports. Penalties for non-compliance include fines up to $2,500 for failing to report and potential criminal charges for intentionally aiding in financial exploitation.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of November 6, 1987 (P.L.381, No.79), entitled "An act relating to the protection of the abused, neglected, exploited or abandoned elderly; establishing a uniform Statewide reporting and investigative system for suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation or abandonment of the elderly; providing protective services; providing for funding; and making repeals," providing for financial institutions; imposing duties on the Department of Aging and the Department of Banking and Securities; and imposing penalties.
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• Introduced: 05/12/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 18 : Chris Gebhard (R)*, Sharif Street (D), Wayne Fontana (D), Rosemary Brown (R), Lisa Boscola (D), Camera Bartolotta (R), Tina Tartaglione (D), Devlin Robinson (R), Lisa Baker (R), Art Haywood (D), Dan Laughlin (R), Pat Stefano (R), Tim Kearney (D), Jay Costa (D), Tracy Pennycuick (R), Elder Vogel (R), Maria Collett (D), Lynda Schlegel-Culver (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Banking And Insurance (s) Hearing (10:00:00 5/13/2025 Room 8E-A East Wing (LIVE STREAMED))
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PA bill #SB583 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Social Work Licensure Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes Pennsylvania to join the Social Work Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to streamline social work licensing across participating states. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services by reducing duplicative licensing requirements, enhancing interstate practice mobility, and supporting workforce flexibility. Key provisions include establishing a national data system to track social worker licenses, creating a multistate license that allows social workers to practice in all compact member states, and setting uniform standards for licensure across different practice levels (bachelor's, master's, and clinical). Social workers can obtain a multistate license by meeting specific education, examination, and practice requirements in their home state, which will then be recognized by other member states. The compact creates a governing commission to manage implementation, oversee rule-making, and handle interstate disputes. It also includes provisions to protect public safety by allowing states to take adverse actions against licenses and maintaining each state's ability to regulate social work practice within its borders. The compact will become operational once seven states have enacted substantially similar legislation, with a goal of facilitating easier professional mobility while maintaining high standards of professional practice and public protection.
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Bill Summary: Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Social Work Licensure Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.
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• Introduced: 04/09/2025
• Added: 04/10/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Tracy Pennycuick (R)*, Wayne Fontana (D), Nikil Saval (D), Dave Argall (R), Elder Vogel (R), Nickolas Pisciottano (D), Jarrett Coleman (R), Patty Kim (D), Greg Rothman (R), Judy Schwank (D), Carolyn Comitta (D), Nick Miller (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Consumer Protection And Professional Licensure (s) Hearing (10:45:00 5/13/2025 Hearing Room 1 North Office Bldg. (LIVE STREAMED))
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AK bill #SB172 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate interstate practice for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants. The compact aims to increase public access to occupational therapy services by allowing licensed professionals to practice in multiple member states without obtaining separate licenses, while maintaining each state's ability to regulate and protect public health. Key provisions include creating a data system to track licensure and disciplinary information, establishing a compact privilege that allows practitioners to work in remote states, and creating an Occupational Therapy Compact Commission to oversee implementation. Practitioners must meet specific requirements to obtain a compact privilege, such as holding an unencumbered license in their home state, completing a criminal background check, and maintaining good standing. The compact also provides special considerations for military personnel and their spouses, allows for joint investigations of practitioners across states, and includes mechanisms for addressing adverse actions or disciplinary issues. The compact will become effective once enacted by ten member states, and participating states can withdraw with a six-month notice, though they must continue to comply with investigative and reporting requirements during that period.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to occupational therapist licensure; relating to occupational therapy assistant licensure; and relating to an occupational therapist licensure compact.
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• Introduced: 04/14/2025
• Added: 04/15/2025
• Session: 34th Legislature
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO FINANCE
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PA bill #SB756 • Last Action 05/13/2025
In fantasy contests, further providing for definitions, for general and specific powers of board and for prohibitions; in general provisions relating to gaming, further providing for legislative intent and for definitions; in Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, further providing for Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board established, for general and specific powers, for license or permit application hearing process and public input hearings, for regulatory authority of board, for number of slot machin
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive regulations for skill gaming terminals in Pennsylvania, creating a new part of the gaming code that establishes a licensing and regulatory framework for these gaming devices. The bill defines skill gaming terminals as devices where the outcome is predominantly determined by player skill, and sets up a detailed system for licensing, operation, and oversight. Key provisions include establishing a Skill Gaming Fund, creating licensing requirements for terminal operators, manufacturers, and establishments, defining strict operational rules, and imposing significant penalties for violations. The bill requires skill gaming terminals to be linked to a central control computer, limits the number of terminals per establishment, mandates responsible gaming practices, and sets a 35% tax on gross terminal revenue. The legislation also includes provisions for preventing conflicts of interest, establishing ethical standards for board members and employees, and creating mechanisms for enforcement and investigation. The bill aims to regulate a new form of gaming while protecting consumers and ensuring the integrity of the gaming operations. The new regulations will take effect on July 1, 2025, with specific provisions to phase in implementation and provide a grace period for existing businesses to comply.
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Bill Summary: Amending Titles 4 (Amusements), 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fantasy contests, further providing for definitions, for general and specific powers of board and for prohibitions; in general provisions relating to gaming, further providing for legislative intent and for definitions; in Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, further providing for Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board established, for general and specific powers, for license or permit application hearing process and public input hearings, for regulatory authority of board, for number of slot machines, for reports of board and for license or permit prohibition; in licensees, further providing for Category 4 slot machine license, for divestiture of disqualifying applicant, for manufacturer licenses, for gaming service provider, for nongaming service provider, for occupation permit application, for slot machine testing and certification standards, for slot machine accounting controls and audits and for renewals; in table games, further providing for regulatory authority and for table game device and associated equipment testing and certification standards; in interactive gaming, further providing for internal, administrative and accounting controls, for interactive games and interactive gaming devices and associated equipment testing and certification standards; in sports wagering, further providing for definitions; in revenues, further providing for slot machine licensee deposits and for transfers from State Gaming Fund; in administration and enforcement, repealing provisions relating to political influence, further providing for investigations and enforcement, for prohibited acts and penalties and for liquor licenses at licensed facilities; in fingerprinting, further providing for submission of fingerprints and photographs; in miscellaneous provisions relating to gaming, providing for live-streaming on casino floor and further providing for severability; in general provisions relating to video gaming, further providing for definitions; in administration, further providing for powers of board; in application and licensure, further providing for key employee licenses, for establishment licenses and for license or permit prohibition; in operation, further providing for video gaming limitations and for compulsive and problem gambling; in enforcement, further providing for prohibited acts and penalties; in revenues, further providing for fees; in ethics, repealing provisions relating to political influence; providing for skill gaming; establishing the Skill Gaming Fund; imposing duties on the Department of Revenue; in riot, disorderly conduct and related offenses, further providing for gambling devices, gambling, etc.; in forfeiture of assets, further providing for asset forfeiture; making appropriations; making repeals; and making editorial changes.
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• Introduced: 05/13/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Chris Gebhard (R)*, Kim Ward (R), Joe Pittman (R), Rosemary Brown (R), Dan Laughlin (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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CA bill #AB409 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Open meetings: teleconferences: community college student body associations and student-run organizations.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends and modifies existing legal provisions regarding teleconference meetings for California community college student body associations and student-run organizations. Specifically, the bill removes the previous sunset date of January 1, 2026, and extends the authorization for these student organizations to use alternative teleconferencing rules until January 1, 2030. The bill recognizes that student leaders often face accessibility challenges due to factors like disabilities, caregiving responsibilities, transportation limitations, and limited resources. Under the new provisions, these organizations can hold teleconference meetings if their community college district's board of trustees adopts a resolution and two-thirds of the eligible legislative body votes to use teleconferencing. The bill requires these organizations to provide clear public access to meetings, including call-in or internet-based options for participation, ensure that at least a quorum of members participate from a public location within the college district, and accommodate various circumstances that might prevent in-person attendance. The legislation aims to increase public participation and make student leadership more accessible by providing flexibility in meeting formats, recognizing the unique challenges faced by community college students who serve in these volunteer leadership roles.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 54953.9 of the Government Code, relating to open meetings.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joaquin Arambula (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.
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RI bill #S0824 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Creates the reproductive freedom and gender affirming care health data privacy act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Reproductive Freedom and Gender-Affirming Care Health Data Privacy Act, which establishes comprehensive protections for sensitive health data in Rhode Island. The bill requires regulated entities and small businesses to obtain explicit consent before collecting, sharing, or selling consumer health data related to reproductive or gender-affirming care. It defines consumer health data broadly, including information about abortions, gender-affirming treatments, and sexual health services. Key provisions include mandating clear privacy policies, giving consumers the right to access, delete, and withdraw consent for their health data, and prohibiting the use of geofencing around healthcare facilities to track or collect patient information. The legislation imposes strict requirements for data collection, including obtaining separate authorizations for selling data, implementing robust data security practices, and limiting data access to only necessary personnel. Consumers can take legal action for violations, and the attorney general can enforce the law. The bill provides exemptions for certain types of medical information and research, and it applies to businesses collecting data from Rhode Island residents or those present in the state. Regulated entities must comply by January 1, 2026, and small businesses by April 1, 2026, with potential penalties including injunctive relief, compensatory and punitive damages, and attorneys' fees.
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Bill Summary: This act would create the reproductive freedom and gender affirming care health data privacy act. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Matt LaMountain (D)*, Val Lawson (D), Melissa Murray (D), Lou DiPalma (D), Victoria Gu (D), Sue Sosnowski (D), Lori Urso (D), Jacob Bissaillon (D), Mark McKenney (D), Lammis Vargas (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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MN bill #SF2669 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Omnibus Health and Human Services policy and appropriations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Establishes a comprehensive set of changes across multiple health care and human services domains, including updates to healthcare facilities, licensing boards, pharmacy benefits, telehealth services, and funding mechanisms. The bill covers a wide range of provisions, such as creating a new Minnesota Health and Education Facilities Authority, modifying telehealth service definitions, establishing a state pharmacy benefit manager, creating a hospital assessment program, and introducing new regulations for healthcare providers like certified midwives and occupational therapists. Key changes include expanding telehealth service definitions, implementing new pharmacy benefit management requirements, establishing hospital assessment fees to support directed payment programs, creating new licensing requirements for healthcare professionals, and modifying reimbursement rates for various healthcare services. The bill also includes numerous technical amendments, fee adjustments, and administrative updates across multiple state agencies and healthcare-related statutes, with many provisions designed to improve healthcare access, transparency, and cost management. Many sections have specific effective dates, often contingent on federal approval, and some provisions are set to take effect in stages between 2025 and 2028.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; establishing budget provisions for the Departments of Human Services, Health, and Children, Youth, and Families; modifying provisions relating to health, health licensing boards, health and education facilities, pharmacy benefits, health care finance, behavioral health, children's mental health terminology, assertive community treatment and intensive residential treatment services, background studies, Department of Human Services program integrity, human services licensing, economic supports, child protection and welfare, early care and learning, and children and families licensing; making conforming changes for the statutory establishment of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families; making forecast adjustments; requiring reports; establishing criminal penalties; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 3.732, subdivision 1; 3.922, subdivision 1; 10A.01, subdivision 35; 13.41, subdivision 1; 13.46, subdivisions 3, 4, 9, 10; 13.598, subdivision 10; 14.03, subdivision 3; 62A.673, subdivision 2; 62D.21; 62D.211; 62E.23, subdivision 1; 62J.461, subdivisions 3, 4, 5; 62J.51, subdivision 19a; 62J.581; 62J.84, subdivisions 2, 3, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15; 62K.10, subdivisions 2, 5, 6; 62M.17, subdivision 2; 62Q.522, subdivision 1; 62Q.527, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 62U.04, by adding a subdivision; 103I.005, subdivision 17b; 103I.101, subdivisions 2, 5, 6, by adding a subdivision; 103I.208, subdivisions 1, 1a, 2; 103I.235, subdivision 1; 103I.525, subdivisions 2, 6, 8; 103I.531, subdivisions 2, 6, 8; 103I.535, subdivisions 2, 6, 8; 103I.541, subdivisions 2b, 2c, 4; 103I.545, subdivisions 1, 2; 103I.601, subdivisions 2, 4; 116L.881; 121A.61, subdivision 3; 125A.15; 125A.744, subdivision 2; 127A.11; 127A.70, subdivision 2; 128C.02, subdivision 5; 136A.25; 136A.26; 136A.27; 136A.28; 136A.29, subdivisions 1, 3, 6, 9, 10, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22, by adding a subdivision; 136A.32, subdivisions 1, 4, by adding a subdivision; 136A.33; 136A.34, subdivisions 3, 4; 136A.36; 136A.38; 136A.41; 136A.42; 136F.67, subdivision 1; 138.912, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 6; 142A.03, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 142A.607, subdivision 14; 142A.609, subdivision 21; 142A.76, subdivisions 2, 3; 142B.01, subdivision 15; 142B.05, subdivision 3; 142B.10, subdivision 14; 142B.16, subdivision 2; 142B.171, subdivision 2; 142B.30, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 142B.41, subdivision 9, by adding a subdivision; 142B.47; 142B.51, subdivision 2; 142B.65, subdivisions 8, 9; 142B.66, subdivision 3; 142B.70, subdivisions 7, 8; 142B.80; 142C.06, by adding a subdivision; 142C.11, subdivision 8; 142C.12, subdivisions 1, 6; 142D.31, subdivision 2; 142E.03, subdivision 3; 142E.11, subdivisions 1, 2; 142E.13, subdivision 2; 142E.15, subdivision 1; 142E.16, subdivisions 3, 7; 142E.51, subdivisions 5, 6; 142G.02, subdivision 56; 142G.27, subdivision 4; 142G.42, 1 SF2669 REVISOR DTT S2669-3 3rd Engrossment subdivision 3; 144.061; 144.0758, subdivision 3; 144.1205, subdivisions 2, 4, 8, 9, 10; 144.121, subdivisions 1a, 2, 5, by adding subdivisions; 144.1215, by adding a subdivision; 144.1222, subdivision 1a; 144.125, subdivisions 1, 2; 144.225, subdivision 2a; 144.3831, subdivision 1; 144.50, by adding a subdivision; 144.55, subdivision 1a; 144.554; 144.555, subdivisions 1a, 1b; 144.562, subdivisions 2, 3; 144.563; 144.608, subdivision 2; 144.651, subdivision 2; 144.966, subdivision 2; 144.99, subdivision 1; 144A.43, subdivision 15; 144E.123, subdivision 3; 144E.35; 144G.08, subdivision 45; 144G.45, subdivision 6; 145.8811; 145.895; 145.901, subdivisions 1, 2, 4; 145.9255, subdivision 1; 145.9265; 145.987, subdivisions 1, 2; 147.01, subdivision 7; 147.037, by adding a subdivision; 147A.02; 147D.03, subdivision 1; 148.108, subdivision 1, by adding subdivisions; 148.191, subdivision 2; 148.241; 148.512, subdivision 17a; 148.5192, subdivision 3; 148.5194, subdivision 3b; 148.56, subdivision 1; 148.6401; 148.6402, subdivisions 1, 7, 8, 13, 14, 16, 16a, 19, 20, 23, 25, by adding subdivisions; 148.6403; 148.6404; 148.6405; 148.6408, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 148.6410, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 148.6412, subdivisions 2, 3; 148.6415; 148.6418; 148.6420, subdivision 1; 148.6423, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 148.6425, subdivision 2, by adding subdivisions; 148.6428; 148.6432, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, by adding a subdivision; 148.6435; 148.6438; 148.6443, subdivisions 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8; 148.6445, by adding subdivisions; 148.6448, subdivisions 1, 2, 4, 6; 148.6449, subdivisions 1, 2, 7; 148B.53, subdivision 3; 148E.180, subdivisions 1, 5, 7, by adding subdivisions; 148F.11, subdivision 1; 149A.02, by adding a subdivision; 150A.105, by adding a subdivision; 151.01, subdivisions 15, 23; 151.065, subdivisions 1, 3, 6; 151.101; 151.555, subdivisions 6, 10; 151.741, subdivision 5; 152.12, subdivision 1; 153B.85, subdivisions 1, 3; 156.015, by adding subdivisions; 157.16, subdivisions 2, 2a, 3, 3a, by adding a subdivision; 174.285, subdivision 4; 214.104; 216C.266, subdivisions 2, 3; 241.021, subdivision 2; 242.09; 242.21; 242.32, subdivision 1; 245.095, subdivision 5, by adding a subdivision; 245.0962, subdivision 1; 245.462, subdivisions 4, 20; 245.4661, subdivisions 2, 6, 7, 9; 245.4662, subdivision 1; 245.467, subdivision 4; 245.4682, subdivision 3; 245.469; 245.4711, subdivisions 1, 4; 245.4712, subdivisions 1, 3; 245.4835, subdivision 2; 245.4863; 245.487, subdivision 2; 245.4871, subdivisions 3, 4, 5, 6, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22, 28, 29, 31, 32, 34, by adding a subdivision; 245.4873, subdivision 2; 245.4874, subdivision 1; 245.4875, subdivision 5; 245.4876, subdivisions 4, 5; 245.4877; 245.488, subdivisions 1, 3; 245.4881, subdivisions 1, 3, 4; 245.4882, subdivisions 1, 5; 245.4884; 245.4885, subdivision 1; 245.4889, subdivision 1; 245.4901, subdivision 3; 245.4905; 245.4906, subdivision 2; 245.4907, subdivisions 2, 3; 245.491, subdivision 2; 245.492, subdivision 3; 245.50, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 245.697, subdivisions 1, 2a; 245.814, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 245.826; 245.91, subdivisions 2, 4; 245.92; 245.94, subdivision 1; 245.975, subdivision 1; 245A.03, subdivision 2; 245A.04, subdivisions 1, 7; 245A.05; 245A.07, subdivision 2; 245A.16, subdivision 1; 245A.18, subdivision 1; 245A.242, subdivision 2; 245A.26, subdivisions 1, 2; 245C.02, subdivisions 7, 12, 13, by adding a subdivision; 245C.031, subdivision 9; 245C.033, subdivision 2; 245C.05, subdivision 7, by adding a subdivision; 245C.07; 245C.08, subdivision 3; 245C.13, subdivision 2; 245C.14, by adding a subdivision; 245C.15, subdivision 4a, by adding a subdivision; 245C.22, subdivision 5; 245D.02, subdivision 4a; 245I.05, subdivisions 3, 5; 245I.06, subdivision 3; 245I.11, subdivision 5; 245I.12, subdivision 5; 245I.23, subdivision 7; 246C.12, subdivision 4; 252.27, subdivision 1; 254B.04, subdivision 1a; 254B.05, subdivision 1a; 254B.06, by adding a subdivision; 256.01, by adding a subdivision; 256.478, subdivision 2; 256.88; 256.89; 256.90; 256.91; 256.92; 256.9657, by adding a subdivision; 256.969, subdivision 2b; 256.98, subdivision 1; 256.983, subdivision 4; 256B.02, subdivision 11; 256B.0371, subdivision 3; 256B.04, subdivision 21; 256B.051, subdivision 3; 256B.055, subdivision 12; 256B.0615, subdivisions 1, 3; 256B.0616, subdivisions 1, 4, 5; 256B.0622, subdivisions 1, 3a, 7a, 8, 11, 12; 256B.0625, subdivisions 2, 3b, 13, 13c, 13d, 13e, 17a, 20, 25c, 30, 54, by adding subdivisions; 256B.064, subdivision 1a; 256B.0659, 2 SF2669 REVISOR DTT S2669-3 3rd Engrossment subdivision 21; 256B.0757, subdivisions 2, 5, by adding a subdivision; 256B.0943, subdivisions 1, 3, 9, 12, 13; 256B.0945, subdivision 1; 256B.0946, subdivision 6; 256B.0947, subdivision 3a; 256B.12; 256B.1973, by adding a subdivision; 256B.69, subdivisions 6d, 23, by adding a subdivision; 256B.692, subdivision 2; 256B.76, subdivisions 1, 6, by adding a subdivision; 256B.761; 256B.766; 256B.77, subdivision 7a; 256B.82; 256B.85, subdivision 12; 256D.44, subdivision 5; 256G.01, subdivisions 1, 3; 256G.03, subdivision 2; 256G.04, subdivision 2; 256G.09, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5; 256G.10; 256G.11; 256G.12, subdivision 1; 256L.03, subdivision 5; 256R.01, by adding a subdivision; 260.65; 260.66, subdivision 1; 260.691, subdivision 1; 260.692; 260.762, subdivision 2a; 260.810, subdivisions 1, 2; 260.821, subdivision 2; 260B.157, subdivision 3; 260B.171, subdivision 4; 260C.001, subdivision 2; 260C.007, subdivisions 16, 19, 26d, 27b; 260C.150, subdivision 3; 260C.157, subdivision 3; 260C.201, subdivisions 1, 2; 260C.202, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 260C.204; 260C.221, subdivision 2; 260C.223, subdivisions 1, 2; 260C.301, subdivision 4; 260C.452, subdivision 4; 260D.01; 260D.02, subdivisions 5, 9; 260D.03, subdivision 1; 260D.04; 260D.06, subdivision 2; 260D.07; 260E.03, subdivisions 6, 15; 260E.09; 260E.11, subdivisions 1, 3; 260E.20, subdivision 1; 260E.24, subdivisions 1, 2; 260E.30, subdivision 4; 260E.33, subdivision 6; 261.232; 270B.14, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 295.50, subdivisions 3, 9b; 295.52, subdivisions 1, 1a, 2, 3, 4; 299C.76, subdivision 1; 299F.011, subdivision 4a; 326.72, subdivision 1; 326.75, subdivisions 3, 3a; 327.15, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, by adding a subdivision; 354B.20, subdivision 7; 402A.10, subdivisions 1a, 2, 4c; 402A.12; 402A.16, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 402A.18, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 402A.35, subdivisions 1, 4, 5; 462A.2095, subdivision 6; 466.131; 518.165, subdivision 5; 524.5-106; 524.5-118, subdivision 2; 595.02, subdivision 2; 626.5533; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 7, article 2, section 81; Laws 2023, chapter 70, article 7, section 34; article 20, section 2, subdivision 30; Laws 2024, chapter 127, article 67, sections 4; 6; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 62J; 62Q; 62V; 142B; 142F; 144; 144E; 145; 148; 153; 245; 256B; 260E; 295; 306; 307; 609; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148G; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 62E.21; 62E.22; 62E.23; 62E.24; 62E.25; 62J.824; 62K.10, subdivision 3; 103I.550; 136A.29, subdivision 4; 138.912, subdivision 7; 142A.15; 142E.50, subdivisions 2, 12; 148.108, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 148.6402, subdivision 22a; 148.6420, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 148.6423, subdivisions 4, 5, 7, 8, 9; 148.6425, subdivision 3; 148.6430; 148.6445, subdivisions 5, 6, 8; 156.015, subdivision 1; 245A.02, subdivision 6d; 245A.11, subdivision 8; 256B.0622, subdivision 4; 256B.0625, subdivision 38; 256G.02, subdivisions 3, 5; 261.003; Minnesota Rules, parts 2500.1150; 2500.2030; 4695.2900; 6800.5100, subpart 5; 6800.5400, subparts 5, 6; 6900.0250, subparts 1, 2; 9100.0400, subparts 1, 3; 9100.0500; 9100.0600.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 03/15/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Melissa Wiklund (D)*, Alice Mann (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders HF2435, SF indefinitely postponed
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TX bill #HB793 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Relating to the confidentiality of certain personal information of an applicant for or a person protected by a protective order.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies existing Texas Family Code provisions to strengthen the confidentiality protections for individuals seeking or protected by protective orders. Specifically, the bill changes language from "may" to "shall" in several sections, making it mandatory for courts to protect personal information such as mailing addresses, counties of residence, telephone numbers, and employment locations when requested by protected individuals. The bill requires courts to proactively inform people at protective order hearings about their right to keep such information confidential and provides a mechanism for designating a third party to receive court notices on behalf of the applicant. If an applicant wants to keep their mailing address confidential, they must disclose it to the court, designate a person to receive notices, and provide that person's mailing address. These changes aim to enhance the safety and privacy of individuals seeking protection through the legal system, particularly in cases involving potential domestic violence or harassment. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will apply to both pending and new protective order applications filed on or after that date.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of certain personal information of an applicant for or a person protected by a protective order.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Senfronia Thompson (D)*, Judith Zaffirini (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Vote taken in committee
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MI bill #SB0179 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Appropriations: department of labor and economic opportunity; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of labor and economic opportunity for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Mary Cavanagh (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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AZ bill #HB2927 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Public meetings; records; requirements; penalties
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Arizona's open meetings and public records laws to improve transparency and accessibility. The bill modifies several key definitions and requirements for public bodies, including expanding the definition of a "meeting" to include electronic communications that propose legal action or involve deliberations among a quorum of members. It requires public bodies to post meeting minutes and recordings online within three working days, make these records available indefinitely, and ensures that cities and towns with over 2,500 people post meeting statements or recordings on their websites within specific timeframes. The bill also adds a new requirement that if a public body holds a meeting exclusively through technological devices, they must provide an option for the public to view the meeting both remotely and at a physical location. Additionally, the bill clarifies the process for public records requests, mandating that records be provided in the least expensive manner possible, preferably electronically, with charges based only on material costs. The legislation also strengthens investigative powers for the attorney general and county attorneys in enforcing open meeting laws, including a requirement to respond to complaints within 120 days and providing more detailed guidelines for investigating potential violations.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 38-431, 38-431.01, 38-431.02, 38-431.06, 39-121.01 and 39-121.02, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to public meetings and records.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 3 : Michael Carbone (R)*, Neal Carter (R), Michael Way (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 12 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Governor Vetoed
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MI bill #SB0177 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Appropriations: department of licensing and regulatory affairs; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill is an appropriations act for the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. It allocates a total of $657,053,200 in gross appropriations, with $307,539,300 coming from the state general fund. The bill breaks down funding across multiple agencies and divisions within LARA, including the Public Service Commission, Liquor Control Commission, Occupational Regulation, Cannabis Regulatory Agency, and various commissions. Key provisions include specific allocations for different departments, full-time equated (FTE) positions, and funding sources such as federal revenues, special revenue funds, and interdepartmental grants. The bill also includes numerous reporting requirements for various agencies, mandating detailed reports on activities, licensing, enforcement, and financial operations. Notable one-time appropriations include $1 million for smoke detectors, $1 million for the Cannabis Regulatory Agency's social equity program, and $1 million for Michigan Saves to provide grants for clean energy improvements and wastewater system repairs. The bill emphasizes transparency, performance tracking, and specific guidelines for fund usage across different regulatory and licensing functions.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of licensing and regulatory affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Mary Cavanagh (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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TX bill #HB4219 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Relating to a governmental body's response to a request for public information.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Texas public information request procedures to enhance government transparency and accountability. It requires governmental bodies to provide a written response within 10 business days if they have no responsive information or are withholding information based on a previous determination, specifically identifying the reason for withholding. The bill introduces a new complaint mechanism where requestors can file a written complaint with the attorney general if a governmental body fails to respond appropriately. If the attorney general finds the governmental body improperly handled the request, consequences include mandatory open records training for the public information officer, a prohibition on charging the requestor for producing information, and a requirement to either quickly request an attorney general decision or release the requested information unless there is a compelling reason to withhold it. The bill amends the Government Code to formalize these new requirements and specifies that these changes will only apply to information requests received on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025. These provisions aim to improve the responsiveness and transparency of governmental bodies when handling public information requests.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to a governmental body's response to a request for public information.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Giovanni Capriglione (R)*, Judith Zaffirini (D)*, Chuy Hinojosa (D), Mayes Middleton (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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MI bill #SB0178 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Appropriations: department of insurance and financial services; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides appropriations for the Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with a total gross appropriation of $78,051,600. The bill allocates funding across several key areas, including departmental administration and support, insurance and financial services regulation, and information technology. The appropriation includes 6 full-time equated unclassified positions and 401 full-time equated classified positions. The funding comes primarily from various special revenue funds, such as bank fees, insurance bureau fund, and credit union fees, with no general fund/general purpose money. The bill includes provisions for reporting requirements, guidelines for grant programs, and specific directives for the department, such as providing customer service outreach, creating a plan for satellite offices, and submitting various reports on insurance rates, consumer assistance, and departmental activities. The bill also emphasizes transparency, requiring electronic reporting, public access to information, and preferences for Michigan businesses and veterans when procuring goods and services.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of insurance and financial services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Mary Cavanagh (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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IL bill #SB1963 • Last Action 05/13/2025
INTERNET GAMING ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for Internet gaming in Illinois, creating a regulated system for online gambling. The legislation authorizes Internet gaming operators to offer online games through licensed platforms, with each Internet gaming licensee permitted to operate up to three individually branded gaming "skins" or platforms. The bill requires robust age and location verification mechanisms to ensure only eligible players (21 and older) physically located in Illinois or approved jurisdictions can participate. Internet gaming platforms must implement strong data security standards, protect user privacy, and offer responsible gaming features like self-exclusion options and betting limits. The bill imposes a 25% privilege tax on adjusted gross gaming revenue, which will be deposited into the State Gaming Fund. Licensees must be existing owners or organization licensees and are required to submit annual reports on diversity in procurement, including goals for working with businesses owned by women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. The Illinois Gaming Board will oversee licensing, regulation, and implementation, with the power to issue various types of licenses including Internet gaming, management service provider, supplier, and occupational licenses. The legislation explicitly prevents local governments from regulating Internet gaming, making it a state-controlled activity, and allows for potential future agreements with other jurisdictions to facilitate multi-state online gaming platforms.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Internet Gaming Act. Authorizes an Internet gaming operator to offer Internet gaming in accordance with the provisions of the Act. Provides that Internet gaming shall only be offered by an Internet gaming license or an Internet management services provider that has contracted with an Internet gaming licensee. Provides that an Internet gaming licensee shall offer no more than 3 individually branded Internet gaming skins. Provides that an Internet management services provider may conduct Internet gaming on its own Internet gaming platform pursuant to the agreement between the provider and an Internet gaming licensee and in accordance with the rules of the Board and the provisions of the Act. Includes provisions for: requirements of an Internet gaming platform; Internet waging accounts; license requirements; age verification, location, and responsible gaming; diversity goals in procurement and spending by Internet gaming licensees; acceptance of out-of-state wagers; and limitations on home rule units. Provides that a 25% privilege tax is imposed on Internet gaming to be deposited into the State Gaming Fund. Authorizes the adoption of emergency rules to implement the Act and makes conforming changes in the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Cristina Castro (D)*, Dave Koehler (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Sponsor Removed Sen. Christopher Belt
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OK bill #SB207 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Public health; establishing the Oklahoma Rare Disease Advisory Council; modifying requirements relating to newborn screening program. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Oklahoma Rare Disease Advisory Council within the State Department of Health to provide guidance and recommendations about rare diseases. The Council will be composed of at least 13 members representing various stakeholders, including patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and industry representatives, appointed by the Council's chair. The Council's primary purpose is to educate the public, Legislature, and state agencies about rare disease needs, conduct public hearings, develop policy recommendations, establish emergency care protocols, and identify research opportunities. Members will serve three-year terms, with the first chair appointed by the Governor by December 1, 2025, and the initial meeting to occur by February 1, 2026. The Council will meet quarterly and submit annual public reports to the Senate President Pro Tempore, House Speaker, and Governor, detailing its activities and recommendations. Additionally, the bill modifies the existing newborn screening program requirements, mandating that the State Department of Health compile and publish an annual report by November 1st each year listing screened disorders and efforts to expand screening, which will be shared with the new Rare Disease Advisory Council. A "rare disease" is defined as a condition affecting fewer than 200,000 people in the United States, and the bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause for immediate implementation.
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Bill Summary: public health - Council - report - educational and newborn screening programs - requirement - report - codification - effective date - emergency ] AUTHORS: Add the following House Coauthors: Hill, McCane, Alonso- Sandoval, and Pittman AMENDMENT NO. 1. , line 11, strike the enacting clause Passed the House of Representatives the 7th day of May, 2025. Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives Passed the Senate the ____ day of __________, 2025. Presiding Officer of the Senate ENGROSSED SENATE BILL NO. 207 By: Woods and Hicks of the Senate and West (Josh) and Waldron of the House [ public health - Council - report - educational and newborn screening programs - requirement - report - codification - effective date - emergency
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• Introduced: 12/30/2024
• Added: 12/31/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Tom Woods (R)*, Josh West (R)*, Brian Hill (R), Ajay Pittman (D), John Waldron (D), Michelle McCane (D), Arturo Alonso-Sandoval (D), Carri Hicks (D)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: SCs named GCCA
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IA bill #SSB1235 • Last Action 05/13/2025
A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for state government administration and regulation, including the department of administrative services, auditor of state, ethics and campaign disclosure board, offices of governor and lieutenant governor, department of inspections, appeals, and licensing, department of insurance and financial services, department of management, Iowa public employees' retirement system, public information board, department of revenue, secretary of state, tr
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: This bill relates to and appropriates moneys to various state departments, agencies, and funds for FY 2025-2026, including the department of administrative services, auditor of state, Iowa ethics and campaign disclosure board, offices of governor and lieutenant governor, department of inspections, appeals, and licensing, department of insurance and financial services, department of management, Iowa public employees’ retirement system, Iowa public information board, department of revenue, secretary of state, treasurer of state, and Iowa utilities commission. The bill limits a standing appropriation for FY 2025-2026 for enforcement of Code chapter 453D relating to tobacco product manufacturers under Code section 453D.8.
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• Introduced: 04/28/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 91st General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SF 658.
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PA bill #HB1460 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Providing for approval from the Department of Health and the Office of Attorney General before certain transactions involving health care entities within this Commonwealth.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Health System Protection Act, establishes a comprehensive review process for significant transactions involving health care entities in Pennsylvania. The legislation requires health care entities to file detailed notifications with the Attorney General and Department of Health before entering into "covered transactions" such as asset sales, changes in control, or capital distributions valued at $5 million or more. These transactions must be evaluated to ensure they are not "against the public interest," which could include reducing competition, increasing healthcare costs, diminishing care quality, or limiting healthcare access in vulnerable communities. The bill mandates a 90-day waiting period during which the Attorney General can review the proposed transaction, request additional information, and potentially conduct public hearings in affected counties. If the Attorney General determines a transaction might harm public interests, they can either seek to block the transaction in court or negotiate a voluntary agreement with conditions to mitigate potential negative impacts. The agreement would be subject to a monitoring period of up to five years, with compliance costs paid by the entities involved. Notably, the bill preserves existing regulatory authorities of various state agencies and does not prevent other agencies from independently reviewing such transactions. The legislation aims to provide increased transparency and protection for healthcare consumers by creating a robust pre-approval process for significant healthcare entity transactions.
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Bill Summary: Providing for approval from the Department of Health and the Office of Attorney General before certain transactions involving health care entities within this Commonwealth.
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• Introduced: 05/13/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 30 : Lisa Borowski (D)*, Paul Takac (D), Tarik Khan (D), Heather Boyd (D), Jenn O'Mara (D), Leanne Krueger (D), Gina Curry (D), Carol Kazeem (D), Dave Delloso (D), Regina Young (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), José Giral (D), Elizabeth Fiedler (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Bob Freeman (D), Tarah Probst (D), Joe Hohenstein (D), Kyle Donahue (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), James Prokopiak (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Ben Waxman (D), Mary Jo Daley (D), Joe Ciresi (D), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), Dan Frankel (D), Roni Green (D), Joe Webster (D), Bridget Kosierowski (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred to HEALTH
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AZ bill #HB2376 • Last Action 05/13/2025
County candidates; clean elections pamphlet
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arizona Clean Elections Act to expand the voter education guide published by the Citizens Clean Elections Commission to include county-level candidates, specifically adding county offices and board of supervisors candidates to the primary and general election voter guides. The bill requires that these guides include a space for each candidate to submit a message, with a note of "no statement submitted" for candidates who do not provide a message. The guide must be clearly labeled as the "Citizens Clean Elections Commission Voter Education Guide" and include the election year and a note that it is paid for by the Citizens Clean Elections Fund. The document must also be distinguishable from the official publicity pamphlet produced by the Secretary of State. Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions related to the Commission's duties, such as sponsoring candidate debates, prescribing reporting forms, producing annual reports, and enforcing clean elections regulations. The changes to the law will only take effect with an affirmative vote of at least three-fourths of the members of each house of the Arizona Legislature.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT AMENDING section 16-956, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to the citizens clean elections act.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 4 : Pamela Carter (R)*, Matt Gress (R), Nickolas Kupper (R), Quang Nguyen (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Governor Signed
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PA bill #HR236 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Directing the Government Oversight Committee to conduct an investigation.
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: A Resolution directing the Government Oversight Committee to conduct an investigation.
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• Introduced: 05/13/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jesse Topper (R)*, Craig Williams (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred to RULES
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IL bill #SB0409 • Last Action 05/13/2025
EDUCATION-TECH
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Children and Family Services Act to modify the Pat McGuire Child Welfare Education Fellowship Pilot Program by changing the employment requirement for university students receiving stipends. Specifically, the bill shifts the required employment from "purchase of service agencies" to "child welfare contributing agencies" that contract with the Department of Children and Family Services. The program provides financial assistance of up to $10,000 per academic year (maximum $20,000 total) to social work students who commit to working in direct service positions after graduation. Students must sign an agreement pledging to search for, apply to, and accept full-time employment in a direct service position at a child welfare contributing agency within 6 months of graduation. If students fail to meet this requirement, they must repay the stipend funds with interest. The program aims to address high employee turnover rates in child welfare agencies by creating a pipeline of trained social work professionals. The bill requires participating universities to track and report on student participation, and mandates that the Department of Children and Family Services provide annual reports to the General Assembly evaluating the program's results. The pilot program is set to run for 6 academic years, beginning with the 2021-2022 academic year.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Children and Family Services Act. In provisions concerning stipends awarded under the Pat McGuire Child Welfare Education Fellowship Pilot Program, conditions a university student's receipt of such a stipend on the student's commitment to seek and maintain full-time employment, upon graduation, in a direct service position at a child welfare contributing agency (rather than at a purchase of service agency) that is contracted with the Department of Children and Family Services.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 05/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Robert Peters (D)*, Aarón Ortíz (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Committee/Final Action Deadline Extended-9(b) May 31, 2025
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NY bill #S07136 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Adopts the psychology interjurisdictional compact to increase public access to psychological services by allowing telepsychological practice and temporary in-person services across state lines.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PsyPact), a comprehensive interstate agreement designed to increase public access to psychological services by allowing telepsychological practice and temporary in-person services across state lines. The compact establishes a framework for psychologists to provide services in multiple states through two primary mechanisms: telepsychology (remote services using telecommunications technologies) and temporary in-person practice for up to 30 days in a calendar year. To participate, psychologists must meet specific requirements, including holding a graduate degree in psychology from an accredited institution, maintaining a full and unrestricted license in their home state, possessing an active E.Passport or Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate, and meeting background check and professional conduct standards. The bill creates a Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission to oversee the implementation, establish rules, handle dispute resolution, and ensure compliance among participating states. The compact aims to enhance public health and safety by facilitating easier access to psychological services, encouraging cooperation between state regulatory authorities, and creating a standardized system for tracking and managing psychologists' professional credentials and disciplinary histories across state boundaries.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the psychology interjurisdictional compact
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• Introduced: 04/01/2025
• Added: 04/02/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : James Skoufis (D)*, Jeremy Cooney (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/01/2025
• Last Action: REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
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IL bill #SB0243 • Last Action 05/13/2025
OMA-SERVICE MEMBER ATTENDANCE
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to allow members of a public body to attend meetings remotely if they are prevented from physically attending due to active military duty as a service member. Specifically, the bill provides that if a quorum of the public body is physically present, a majority of the members can permit a service member to attend the meeting by video or audio conference. The bill defines "active military duty" by referencing the Service Member Employment and Reemployment Rights Act and defines a "service member" as a resident of Illinois who is a member of any component of the U.S. Armed Forces or National Guard. To use this provision, the service member must notify the public body's recording secretary or clerk before the meeting, and the public body must have rules in place governing such remote attendance. This change aims to provide flexibility for public body members who are serving in the military, allowing them to continue participating in meetings even when their military duties prevent them from being physically present.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that, if a quorum of the members of the public body is physically present, a majority of the public body may allow a member of that body to attend the meeting by other means if the member is prevented from physically attending because of performance of active military duty as a service member. Defines "active military duty" and "service member". Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Mike Porfirio (D)*, Stephanie Kifowit (D)*, Li Arellano (R), Kimberly Lightford (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mary Edly-Allen
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NY bill #S03915 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Adopts the psychology interjurisdictional compact (Part A); adopts the recognition of emergency medical services personnel licensure interstate compact (Part B); adopts the interstate counseling compact (Part C).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces three interstate professional licensing compacts: the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (Part A), the Emergency Medical Services Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact (Part B), and the Interstate Counseling Compact (Part C). Each compact aims to facilitate professional practice across state lines while maintaining public safety standards. The Psychology Compact allows licensed psychologists to practice telepsychology and provide temporary in-person services in other compact states, subject to specific qualifications and oversight. The Emergency Medical Services Compact enables licensed emergency medical services personnel to practice across state lines under certain conditions. The Counseling Compact allows licensed professional counselors to practice in other member states through a "privilege to practice" mechanism. Each compact establishes a national commission to oversee implementation, create rules, manage a coordinated data system for tracking licensure and disciplinary actions, and provide mechanisms for dispute resolution and enforcement. The compacts are designed to increase public access to professional services, support military families, enhance interstate cooperation, and maintain rigorous professional standards through mutual recognition of licenses while preserving each state's regulatory authority to protect public health and safety.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the psychology interjurisdictional compact (Part A); to amend the public health law, in relation to adopting the recognition of emergency medical services personnel licensure interstate compact (Part B); and to amend the education law, in relation to adopting the interstate counseling compact (Part C)
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Rob Ortt (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: DEFEATED IN HIGHER EDUCATION
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IL bill #SB0028 • Last Action 05/13/2025
SCH CD-EMPLOYEE EVALUATIONS
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the School Code to modify teacher and principal evaluation processes in Illinois, with key changes taking effect on July 1, 2025. The bill removes previous requirements that student growth data must be a "significant factor" in teacher and principal performance evaluations, changing the mandate from a requirement to an option for school districts. Specifically, starting July 1, 2025, school districts may choose to incorporate student growth data and indicators as a factor in rating teaching performance, but are no longer required to make it a significant component of evaluations. The bill also eliminates references to outdated terms like "Race to the Top Grant" and "School Improvement Grant" and removes provisions related to specific implementation dates for evaluation systems. The evaluation process for teachers and principals will continue to include assessments of professional performance, but with more flexibility for school districts in how they measure and weight different evaluation components. The bill allows for more local discretion in designing evaluation plans while maintaining overall standards for assessing educator performance. These changes aim to provide school districts with greater flexibility in how they conduct teacher and principal evaluations while still maintaining a structured approach to performance assessment.
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Bill Summary: Amends the School Code. In a provision regarding an optional alternative evaluative dismissal process for teacher evaluations, removes the definition of and references to "student growth components". Makes the following changes in the Evaluation of Certified Employees Article: Removes the definitions of and references to "implementation date", "Race to the Top Grant", and "School Improvement Grant". Provides that, beginning July 1, 2025, each school district may incorporate the use of data and indicators on student growth as a factor in rating teaching performance into its evaluation plan for all teachers in contractual continued service and teachers not in contractual continued service (now, a school district is required to incorporate student growth data and indicators as a significant factor). Makes other changes concerning student growth. Changes the components of an evaluation plan for a teacher's performance. Makes changes concerning a principal's or assistant principal's evaluation. With respect to the types of rules the State Board of Education may adopt, removes the inclusion of rules that (i) define the term "significant" factor" for purposes of including consideration of student growth in performance ratings and (ii) establish a model evaluation plan for use by school districts in which student growth shall comprise 50% of the performance rating. Allows a school district (rather than only a school district with 500,000 or more inhabitants) to use an annual State assessment as a measure of student growth for purposes of teacher or principal evaluations. Removes and changes outdated provisions. Makes other and conforming changes. Effective July 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Kimberly Lightford (D)*, Laura Faver Dias (D)*, Lakesia Collins (D), Meg Loughran Cappel (D), Paul Faraci (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 04/03/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading - Short Debate
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PA bill #SB227 • Last Action 05/13/2025
In duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for State convention or association, delegates, expenses and membership.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 516 of the Public School Code of 1949 to clarify the provisions related to school board delegates attending state conventions and associations. The legislation allows school district boards to appoint board members, the non-member secretary, and solicitor as delegates to state conventions held within Pennsylvania. Delegates are entitled to reimbursement for travel-related expenses including transportation, travel insurance, lodging, meals, registration fees, and other incidental costs. The bill also confirms that school districts can use school funds to pay membership dues to the Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) and to cover convention-related expenses. Importantly, the bill adds a provision explicitly classifying the PSBA as a "State-affiliated entity" under the Right-to-Know Law, which likely enhances transparency and public access to the organization's information. The amendments will take effect 60 days after the bill's passage, providing a standard transition period for implementation.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for State convention or association, delegates, expenses and membership.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kristin Phillips-Hill (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Referred to INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS AND OPERATIONS
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AK bill #HB173 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate the interstate practice of occupational therapy by creating a streamlined licensure process. The compact allows occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in multiple member states using a single home state license, while maintaining each state's ability to regulate and protect public health and safety. Key provisions include creating a data system to track licensure and disciplinary information, establishing an interstate commission to oversee the compact, and defining the conditions under which a therapist can obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in a remote state. The compact aims to increase public access to occupational therapy services, support military spouses who frequently relocate, enhance the exchange of professional information between states, and facilitate telehealth practice. Therapists must meet specific requirements to use the compact privilege, such as holding an unencumbered home state license, completing a background check, and complying with each state's specific regulations. The compact will become effective once ten states have enacted it, and member states can withdraw with a six-month notice, though they must continue to comply with investigative and reporting requirements during that period.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to occupational therapist licensure; relating to occupational therapy assistant licensure; and relating to an occupational therapist licensure compact.
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• Introduced: 04/07/2025
• Added: 04/08/2025
• Session: 34th Legislature
• Sponsors: 15 : Nellie Jimmie (D)*, Mike Prax (R), Louise Stutes (R), David Nelson (R), Rebecca Schwanke (R), Jeremy Bynum (R), Rebecca Himschoot (NP), Genevieve Mina (D), Andy Josephson (D), Robyn Burke (D), Andi Story (D), DeLena Johnson (R), Alyse Galvin (NP), Andrew Gray (D), Calvin Schrage (NP)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO FINANCE
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MI bill #SB0175 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Appropriations: department of military and veterans affairs; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates funds for the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with a total gross appropriation of $291,580,100. The bill breaks down funding across several key areas, including military operations, veterans affairs agency administration, and veterans facilities. Notable provisions include maintaining the Michigan Youth ChalleNGe Academy for at-risk youth, providing tuition assistance for National Guard members, supporting veterans service grants, and allocating funds for veterans homes in locations like Chesterfield Township, Grand Rapids, and the Upper Peninsula. The bill also includes one-time appropriations for specific initiatives such as eliminating veteran homelessness, supporting Selfridge Air National Guard Base infrastructure improvements, and mitigating potential job losses due to federal funding reductions. Additionally, the bill requires various reporting requirements from the department, including detailed accounts of program activities, financial status, and efforts to support veterans across multiple domains such as healthcare, housing, education, and employment assistance.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of military and veterans affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Hertel (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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PA bill #SB310 • Last Action 05/13/2025
In high schools, providing for Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires high schools in Pennsylvania to ensure that students file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or submit an opt-out form beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. Under the legislation, students attending public, nonpublic, and private schools must complete the FAFSA, with an option to opt out by submitting a form developed by the Department of Education. The opt-out form must include a statement acknowledging the student's understanding of FAFSA's purpose. Schools must provide the opt-out form to parents and students, and if no form is filed, they may exempt the student after making a reasonable effort to contact the student's parent or guardian. The bill includes privacy protections, explicitly stating that schools cannot require personal financial information and that any inadvertently obtained financial details are not considered public records. The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency will provide schools with information about FAFSA completion, if available. The bill defines key terms such as "agency," "department," "FAFSA," and different types of schools, and will take effect 60 days after passage.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in high schools, providing for Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Scott Martin (R)*, Dave Argall (R), Camera Bartolotta (R), Lisa Boscola (D), Rosemary Brown (R), Wayne Fontana (D), Nick Miller (D), Tracy Pennycuick (R), Steve Santarsiero (D), Lynda Schlegel-Culver (R), Elder Vogel (R), Pat Stefano (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Referred to EDUCATION
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IL bill #HB3144 • Last Action 05/13/2025
JUDICIAL PRIVACY-ADMIN JUDGES
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Judicial Privacy Act by expanding the definition of "judicial officer" to include administrative law judges. Specifically, the bill adds a seventh category to the existing list of judicial officers, which previously included Supreme Court justices, federal and state appellate judges, district and bankruptcy court judges, and circuit court judges. Administrative law judges, as defined in the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act, will now be granted the same privacy protections under the law. These protections prevent the public posting or displaying of personal information such as home addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, social security numbers, and other sensitive personal details. The bill aims to extend the existing privacy safeguards for judicial officers to administrative law judges, recognizing their role in the judicial system and providing them with increased protection from potential privacy breaches or personal information disclosures.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Judicial Privacy Act. Adds administrative law judges to the definition of judicial officer in the Judicial Privacy Act.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Eva-Dina Delgado (D)*, Elgie Sims (D)*, Curtis Tarver (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Michael Crawford (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Dan Ugaste (R), Willie Preston (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Adriane Johnson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 03/19/2025
• Last Action: Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Adriane Johnson
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NY bill #A08314 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Requires the department of health to enter into a contract with an entity experienced in maintaining genealogical research databases for the digitalization and indexing of certain vital records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the New York State Department of Health to enter into a long-term contract with a "qualified entity" (defined as an organization experienced in maintaining genealogical research databases) to create and maintain an online database of vital records. The database would include digital images of birth, marriage, dissolution of marriage, and death certificates, which would become publicly accessible once the records are considered public information (after 75 years for birth records and 50 years for marriage, divorce, and death records). The contract would be structured so that the qualified entity can provide the database to its subscribers at no direct cost to the state. The bill specifies that all social security numbers must be redacted from the digital images, potentially using automated bulk redaction methods. Additionally, the bill clarifies that these vital records indexes will be considered public records subject to freedom of information laws. The bill also updates existing provisions regarding genealogical record searches, including establishing fees for record searches and specifying who can access certain types of records. The act will take effect one year after it becomes law, with preparatory rule-making allowed immediately.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to requiring the department of health to enter into a contract for the digitalization and indexing of certain vital records
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• Introduced: 05/13/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Amy Paulin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: referred to health
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TX bill #SB2566 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Relating to request for public information for legislative purposes; providing an administrative penalty.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies and strengthens the rights of Texas legislators to access public information for legislative purposes by establishing a special right of access to all public information, including confidential or otherwise exempt information. The bill allows individual legislators to request public information from governmental bodies and requires those bodies to treat such requests similarly to public information requests, with some key protections and procedures. Legislators can delegate their access rights to specific legislative staff, and governmental bodies cannot charge for providing copies of requested information. The bill also introduces a new process for handling confidential information, where governmental bodies may require a confidentiality agreement that limits disclosure, labeling, and handling of sensitive information. If a governmental body is found to be violating these access provisions, the Attorney General can investigate complaints, mandate information disclosure, require additional training for public information officers, and impose administrative penalties up to $5,000 per violation per day. The bill aims to ensure transparency and provide clear guidelines for legislative access to public information while protecting the confidentiality of sensitive data. The provisions will take effect on September 1, 2025, and apply only to public information requests received on or after that date.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to request for public information for legislative purposes; providing an administrative penalty.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Royce West (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/09/2025
• Last Action: Placed on intent calendar
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TX bill #SB1841 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information collected by certain local governments and airport governing boards.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two sections of the Texas Transportation Code to expand the types of personal identifying information that are considered confidential and exempt from public disclosure for local governments and joint airport boards. The bill broadens the existing confidentiality protections for information collected related to airport facilities and online payment systems. Specifically, the amendments now include additional personal details such as profile names associated with purchases, travel dates and flight information, purchase dates and amounts, and airport lounge memberships and trusted traveler information. These changes mean that local governments and joint boards with constituent agencies from populous home-rule municipalities can now keep more types of personal information private and protect them from being disclosed under the state's public information laws. The bill will apply to public information requests received on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025, providing clear guidance for governmental bodies about the expanded confidentiality protections.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of certain information collected by certain local governments and airport governing boards.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Nathan Johnson (D)*, Yvonne Davis (D)*, Royce West (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Sent to the Governor
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CA bill #SB748 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Encampment Resolution Funding program: safe parking sites: reporting.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to expand the Encampment Resolution Funding program to provide more comprehensive support for addressing homelessness, particularly for individuals living in recreational vehicles (RVs). The bill highlights the significant homelessness crisis in California, noting that the state has 187,084 homeless individuals, with two-thirds sleeping outside and 25% of the nation's homeless population residing in California. The legislation modifies the existing program to assist local jurisdictions, particularly urban communities, with operating safe parking sites, including acquiring sites, providing services, and extending site hours. It requires the Department of Housing and Community Development to report quarterly, beginning April 1, 2026, to various legislative committees about the funding distributed for program purposes. The bill also emphasizes the importance of data collection, requiring recipients to provide detailed information through the Homeless Management Information System while protecting individual privacy. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that RVs are intended for temporary recreational use, not long-term habitation, and seeks to help transition individuals experiencing homelessness into safe and stable housing through a coordinated, data-informed approach.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 50251 and 50254 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to housing.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Richardson (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
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MI bill #SB0168 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Appropriations: community colleges; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Amends secs. 201 & 206 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1801 & 388.1806).
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates funds for Michigan community colleges for the fiscal year 2025-2026, with several key provisions. It increases the total state appropriation for community colleges from $462,220,800 to $506,504,600, with the majority of funds ($374,543,100) allocated for community college operations. The bill details specific funding amounts for each of Michigan's 28 community colleges, including both base operations funding and performance funding. Each college receives funding based on a complex formula that considers factors like student contact hours, performance improvements, completion rates, and local strategic value. The bill introduces new requirements for community colleges, including mandating collaboration with universities, promoting transfer pathways, and implementing specific best practices related to economic development, educational partnerships, and community services. Colleges must also report on various aspects of their operations, including tuition rates, diversity and inclusion programs, and campus safety. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for infrastructure and technology improvements, with $10,972,500 allocated specifically for these purposes. Colleges must meet certain conditions, such as limiting tuition increases and participating in the Michigan Transfer Network, to receive full funding. The bill represents a comprehensive approach to supporting and regulating Michigan's community college system for the upcoming fiscal year.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled"The state school aid act of 1979,"by amending sections 201, 204, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 210, 210b, 210d, 216e, 217a, 217b, 217c, 222, 229a, and 230 (MCL 388.1801, 388.1804, 388.1806, 388.1807a, 388.1807b, 388.1807c, 388.1810, 388.1810b, 388.1810d, 388.1816e, 388.1817a, 388.1817b, 388.1817c, 388.1822, 388.1829a, and 388.1830), sections 201, 206, 207a, 207b, 207c, 217b, 222, 229a, and 230 as amended and sections 216e and 217c as added by 2024 PA 120, section 204 as amended by 2012 PA 201, section 210 as amended and section 210d as added by 2015 PA 85, section 210b as amended by 2021 PA 86, and section 217a as added by 2023 PA 103, and by adding sections 216c, 217d, 217e, and 217f; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Sean McCann (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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OK bill #SB1027 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Initiative and referendum; establishing requirements for gist of proposition; establishing requirements for collection of signatures; requiring certain disclosures. Emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to Oklahoma's initiative and referendum petition process, focusing on increasing transparency, accountability, and clarity. It requires petition circulators to be registered voters who must disclose if they are being paid and by whom, and prohibits compensation based on the number of signatures collected. The bill mandates that petition gists (summaries) must be written in plain, easily understood language, avoiding technical jargon, euphemisms, or potentially misleading terminology. Key provisions include requiring circulators to display whether they are being paid, establishing new requirements for ballot titles that must clearly explain a measure's effect, and mandating weekly reports on petition circulation expenditures to be published on the Secretary of State's website. The bill also introduces stricter signature gathering rules, such as requiring signers to provide county of residence and making their signature an attestation that they have read or heard the full gist of the proposition. Additionally, the bill provides a mechanism for voters to remove their signatures from petitions and imposes restrictions on signature collection, such as limiting the percentage of signatures that can come from larger and smaller counties. The changes aim to make the initiative and referendum process more transparent, accessible, and resistant to potential manipulation.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to initiative and referendum; amending 34 O.S. 2021, Sections 3, 6, 8, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 364, O.S.L. 2024, and 9 (34 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 8), which relate to signatures for petitions and ballot title; making language gender neutral; establishing requirements for gist of proposition; requiring inclusion of certain statement on petition; requiring Secretary of State to make affirmation about certain language; authorizing certain removal for violation; adding qualification for persons circulating petition for signatures; requiring certain notice; providing that signature serves as certain attestation; requiring Secretary of State to establish procedures for removal of certain signatures; requiring certain disclosures; establishing requirements for certain contributions or compensation; requiring report of certain expenditures; requiring publication of certain reports on Secretary of State website; modifying requirements for certain signatures; updating certain vote requirement; updating statutory reference; adding requirement for ballot title; updating statutory language; specifying applicability of provisions; providing for noncodification; and declaring an emergency. AUTHORS: Add the following House Coauthors: West (Kevin), Adams, Steagall, Moore, Townley, Duel, Turner, Burns, and Maynard AMENDMENT NO. 1. Strike the title, enacting clause, and entire bill and insert: "An Act relating to initiative and referendum; amending 34 O.S. 2021, Sections 3, 6, 8, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 364, O.S.L. 2024, and 9 (34 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 8), which relate to signatures for petitions and ballot title; making language gender neutral; establishing requirements for gist of proposition; requiring inclusion of certain statement on petition; requiring Secretary of State to make affirmation about certain language; authorizing certain removal for violation; adding qualification for persons circulating petition for signatures; requiring certain notice; providing that signature serves as certain attestation; requiring Secretary of State to establish procedures for removal of certain signatures; requiring certain disclosures; establishing requirements for certain contributions or compensation; requiring report of certain expenditures; requiring publication of certain reports on Secretary of State website; modifying requirements for certain signatures; updating certain vote requirement; updating statutory reference; adding requirement for ballot title; updating statutory language; specifying applicability of provisions; providing for severability; providing for noncodification; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 24 : David Bullard (R)*, Kyle Hilbert (R)*, Kevin West (R), Ty Burns (R), Tammy Townley (R), Anthony Moore (R), Jay Steagall (R), Collin Duel (R), Stacy Jo Adams (R), Tim Turner (R), Cody Maynard (R), Micheal Bergstrom (R), Jack Stewart (R), Dusty Deevers (R), Randy Grellner (R), Kelly Hines (R), Julie McIntosh (R), Christi Gillespie (R), Dana Prieto (R), Jerry Alvord (R), Warren Hamilton (R), Shane Jett (R), Lonnie Paxton (R), Roland Pederson (R)
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Coauthored by Senator Bergstrom
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MI bill #SB0171 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Appropriations: department of agriculture and rural development; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates funds for the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with a total gross appropriation of $159,460,600. The bill breaks down funding across several key areas including departmental administration and support, information technology, food safety and animal health, environment and sustainability, MAEAP (Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program) and conservation district support, agriculture development, laboratory and consumer protection, agriculture diagnostics, and fairs and expositions. The appropriation includes funding from various sources, including state general funds ($87,072,000), federal revenues ($20,079,600), and other state restricted revenues ($51,972,400). The bill includes specific provisions for various programs such as soil health and regenerative agriculture, food and agriculture investment, double up food bucks, and equine industry development. Additionally, the bill requires detailed reporting on various program activities, mandates certain administrative practices, and sets guidelines for grant programs, with a focus on supporting Michigan's agricultural sector, promoting food security, and supporting local and regional food systems.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of agriculture and rural development for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : John Cherry (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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VT bill #H0218 • Last Action 05/13/2025
An act relating to fiscal year 2026 appropriations from the Opioid Abatement Special Fund
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes detailed appropriations from the Opioid Abatement Special Fund for fiscal year 2026, allocating approximately $6.8 million across various departments and organizations to address opioid use disorder and related issues. The funding supports a wide range of initiatives, including 26 new outreach and case management staff positions, recovery residences, syringe services, an overdose prevention center in Burlington, contingency management programs, community training on opioid antagonist administration, shelter support services, harm reduction programs, youth intervention services, employment services for individuals with opioid use disorder, peer support specialists, and expanded treatment services in various Vermont counties. The bill also makes technical changes to existing law, replacing the term "medication-assisted treatment" with "medication for opioid use disorder" and modifying provisions related to the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee. Additionally, the bill requires grant recipients to collect and report outcome and measurement data, and emphasizes the importance of reflecting Vermont's diversity in committee membership and prioritizing services that require ongoing funding. The appropriations aim to reduce overdose deaths, increase treatment access, support vulnerable populations, and provide comprehensive services across prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery domains.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to appropriate funds from the Opioid Abatement Special Fund for use in fiscal year 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 04/01/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Theresa Wood (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 61
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor on May 13, 2025
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MI bill #HB4472 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Law enforcement: other; deportation task force; create. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Developing Effective Policies on Orderly Removal and Transportation (DEPORT) task force, which will be a temporary committee focused on developing policies related to immigration enforcement. The task force will consist of 15 members appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, representing diverse roles including state legislators, law enforcement officials, county and city leaders, and experts in drug and human trafficking. The task force's primary responsibilities include making recommendations to the legislature on policies to facilitate the deportation of illegal immigrants, develop training for law enforcement agencies in interacting with illegal immigrants, and encourage cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The task force is required to provide a preliminary report within one month of appointment and a final report within one year, with the option to offer additional recommendations. Members will serve without compensation, and the task force's documents will be exempt from public disclosure under freedom of information laws. The task force will be automatically dissolved one year after its members are appointed, ensuring it remains a focused, time-limited initiative to address immigration enforcement policies at the state level.
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Bill Summary: A bill to create the developing effective policies on orderly removal and transportation task force and to prescribe its powers and duties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities.
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• Introduced: 05/08/2025
• Added: 05/09/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 14 : Josh Schriver (R)*, Joseph Fox (R), Matt Maddock (R), David Martin (R), Tim Kelly (R), Angela Rigas (R), Rachelle Smit (R), Cam Cavitt (R), Jason Woolford (R), Greg Markkanen (R), Luke Meerman (R), Mark Tisdel (R), Steve Carra (R), Will Bruck (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/08/2025
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NE bill #LB69 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Change provisions relating to the Commission on African American Affairs
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several updates to the Commission on African American Affairs in Nebraska, modifying its structure, purpose, and operations. The bill maintains the commission's 14-member composition, all of whom must be of African ancestry and appointed by the Governor, but now requires that one member be an immigrant or new American and another be a young professional between 18 and 25 years old. The commission's purpose remains focused on enhancing the well-being of African Americans and developing proactive solutions. The bill expands the commission's functions to include promoting beneficial legislation, coordinating programs across areas like housing, education, and economic development, and working with state and federal agencies. A significant change is the requirement for a comprehensive annual electronic report to the Governor and Legislature, which must now include detailed information on mission achievements, legislative advocacy, community engagement, economic development, education, health initiatives, criminal justice efforts, housing programs, performance metrics, financial information, community feedback, and future goals. The commission will continue to meet quarterly, with at least one meeting held in the city with the largest African American population, and will maintain an executive board to manage affairs between regular meetings. The bill aims to strengthen the commission's transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in serving the African American community in Nebraska.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to the Commission on African American Affairs; to amend sections 81-2601, 81-2602, 81-2603, 81-2604, 81-2606, and 81-2607, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska; to change provisions relating to membership, purpose, powers, duties, meetings, and reports; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Ashlei Spivey (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Final Reading
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MI bill #SB0167 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Appropriations: higher education; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Amends secs. 236 & 241 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1836 & 388.1841).
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides appropriations for higher education in Michigan for the fiscal year 2025-2026, making several key changes and allocations. The bill amends the State School Aid Act of 1979 and includes provisions for funding public universities, scholarships, and various educational programs. Here's a summary of the key provisions: The bill appropriates approximately $2.41 billion for higher education, with significant changes to funding and program requirements. It increases overall funding for public universities, with each institution receiving a different allocation. For example, Central Michigan University would receive $99,792,300, an increase from the previous year. The bill introduces a new Michigan Student Loan Refinance Program, allocating $15 million for student loan refinancing. It also expands the Michigan Achievement Scholarship program, increasing its funding to $345 million and modifying eligibility criteria. The bill includes several new requirements for universities, such as maintaining transparency websites, implementing transfer pathways, and adopting co-requisite models for developmental education. It restricts scholarship eligibility for students enrolled in theology programs or at institutions without inclusive non-discrimination policies. Universities must also report on any changes to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Additional provisions include funding for various educational initiatives like the Martin Luther King, Jr. - Cesar Chavez - Rosa Parks programs, which support student retention, transfer, and educator development. The bill also continues support for North American Indian tuition waivers and provides funding for specific programs like agricultural research and extension services. The legislation takes effect on October 1, 2025, and repeals several previous sections of the State School Aid Act, signaling a comprehensive update to higher education funding and support in Michigan.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled"The state school aid act of 1979,"by amending sections 236, 236c, 236j, 239, 241, 241a, 241c, 241e, 244, 247, 248, 254, 263, 263b, 264, 268, 269, 270, 270c, 275k, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, 282, 283, 284, 285, 286, and 287 (MCL 388.1836, 388.1836c, 388.1836j, 388.1839, 388.1841, 388.1841a, 388.1841c, 388.1841e, 388.1844, 388.1847, 388.1848, 388.1854, 388.1863, 388.1863b, 388.1864, 388.1868, 388.1869, 388.1870, 388.1870c, 388.1875k, 388.1876, 388.1877, 388.1878, 388.1879, 388.1880, 388.1881, 388.1882, 388.1883, 388.1884, 388.1885, 388.1886, and 388.1887), sections 236, 236c, 236j, 241, 241a, 241c, 244, 248, 254, 263, 263b, 264, 268, 269, 270c, 275k, 276, 277, 278, 279, 280, 281, and 282 as amended and sections 241e, 247, 270, and 287 as added by 2024 PA 120, section 239 as amended by 2012 PA 201, section 283 as amended by 2023 PA 103, section 284 as amended by 2017 PA 108, and sections 285 and 286 as amended by 2021 PA 86, and by adding sections 236m, 236s, 241f, 241g, 275l, 275n, and 275o; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Sean McCann (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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MI bill #SB0164 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Appropriations: department of lifelong education, advancement, and potential; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates funds for the Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with a total gross appropriation of $756,217,000. The budget covers several key areas, including departmental administration, information technology, early childhood education, education partnerships, and higher education. Major provisions include allocating $670,847,300 for the Office of Early Childhood Education, which focuses on child care licensing, development, and assistance programs, with an income eligibility threshold set at 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. The bill also establishes a dual enrollment task force to study and recommend improvements to dual enrollment programs, provides competitive grants for college student success and wraparound services (including $1 million specifically for hunger-free campus grants), and includes one-time appropriations for initiatives like child care provider payment improvements and head start provider expansion. The bill emphasizes transparency, requiring various reports on child care, education programs, and financial expenditures, and includes provisions to prioritize Michigan businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and union-employing facilities when making procurement decisions.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of lifelong education, advancement, and potential for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Rosemary Bayer (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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CO bill #SB126 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Uniform Antitrust Pre-Merger Notification Act
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Uniform Antitrust Pre-Merger Notification Act in Colorado, which requires certain businesses to electronically file a copy of their Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) pre-merger notification form with the state Attorney General when specific conditions are met, such as having a principal place of business in Colorado or conducting significant sales in the state. The bill defines key terms like "electronic" and "pre-merger notification" and mandates that businesses submit both the HSR form and any additional supporting documents. The Attorney General is prohibited from charging filing fees and must keep the submitted documents confidential, with limited exceptions for specific legal proceedings or sharing with other state attorneys general who have similar confidentiality protections. Businesses that fail to comply with the filing requirements can be subject to civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day of non-compliance. The bill also includes a fiscal appropriation of $68,052 for the Department of Law to support implementation, including funding for 0.6 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff. The act will take effect after the standard 90-day legislative period, with a potential referendum option for voters in the November 2026 election.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING THE "UNIFORM ANTITRUST PRE-MERGER NOTIFICATION ACT", AND, IN CONNECTION THEREWITH, MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Marc Snyder (D)*, Cecelia Espenoza (D)*, Lisa Cutter (D), Nick Hinrichsen (D), Iman Jodeh (D), Michael Weissman (D), Monica Duran (D), Javier Mabrey (D), Emily Sirota (D), Yara Zokaie (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Signed by the Speaker of the House
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MI bill #SB0165 • Last Action 05/13/2025
Appropriations: department of education; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates funds for the Michigan Department of Education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, totaling $166,422,700. The appropriation includes funding from various sources: $83,575,100 in federal revenues, $5,884,200 in local revenues, $2,547,500 in private revenues, $2,193,800 in other state restricted revenues, and $72,222,100 from the state general fund. The bill allocates money across multiple departmental areas including the State Board of Education, Departmental Administration and Support, Information Technology, Special Education Services, Michigan Schools for the Deaf and Blind, Educator Excellence, Systems and Evaluation, Strategic Planning, Administrative Law Services, Accountability Services, School Support Services, Educational Supports, Career and Technical Education, and the Library of Michigan. The bill includes specific provisions for various initiatives such as school board member training, media literacy, Indigenous tribal history curriculum, educator recruitment, and library services. It also establishes reporting requirements, guidelines for expenditure of funds, and mandates for supporting various educational programs and services. The bill ensures funds are used efficiently, with preferences for Michigan businesses and specific protections for marginalized communities, and requires transparency through various reporting mechanisms.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make appropriations for the department of education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Rosemary Bayer (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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CA bill #SB495 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Insurance.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several key provisions to improve insurance practices in California, particularly in relation to wildfire risks and emergency situations. First, the bill requires admitted insurers with over $50 million in written premiums to submit annual reports to the Insurance Commissioner about their reinsurance placement data and use of probabilistic catastrophic models, with these reports to be kept confidential but an aggregated version published on the department's website. The bill also modifies insurance requirements for losses related to states of emergency, prohibiting insurers from requiring proof of loss less than 180 days after a loss and requiring them to provide extensions for claim submissions. Additionally, for total losses in emergency situations, insurers must now provide 100% of the policy limit for personal property without requiring an itemized claim, compared to the previous 30% requirement. The bill aims to support California consumers by providing more flexibility in insurance claims, understanding market trends in wildfire-prone areas, and protecting policyholders during challenging times. Insurers who fail to comply with the reporting requirements may face civil penalties up to $10,000 for each 30-day period of non-compliance, with a maximum aggregate penalty of $100,000.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 2051.5 and 10103.7 of, and to add Article 10.85 (commencing with Section 937) to Chapter 1 of Part 2 of Division 1 of, the Insurance Code, relating to insurance.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ben Allen (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/26/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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OK bill #SB491 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; authorizing executive session for discussion of certain sale, lease, or acquisition; limiting parties allowed to participate in executive session for certain purposes. Effective date.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to modify provisions related to executive sessions for public bodies, specifically expanding the circumstances under which a public body can hold a closed-door meeting regarding real property transactions. The bill allows executive sessions for discussing the sale, purchase, lease, or acquisition of real property, and limits participation in such sessions to members of the public body, their attorney, and immediate staff. Importantly, the bill explicitly prohibits individuals who might financially benefit from the proposed transaction (such as real estate brokers, developers, or landowners) from being present during these discussions, with a narrow exception for those already operating under an existing representation agreement with the public body. The bill maintains existing procedural requirements for executive sessions, including noting the session on the agenda, obtaining a majority vote, and ensuring that any final actions are taken in a public meeting with votes publicly recorded. The legislation will become effective on November 1, 2025, and continues to uphold the principles of transparency in government while providing some flexibility for sensitive property-related discussions.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 491 By: Guthrie of the Senate and Hildebrant of the House An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 307, as last amended by Section 3, Chapter 180, O.S.L. 2024 (25 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 307), which relates to executive sessions; authorizing executive session for discussion of certain sale, lease, or acquisition; limiting parties allowed to participate in executive session for certain purposes; updating statutory reference; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Oklahoma Open Meeting Act
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brian Guthrie (R)*, Derrick Hildebrant (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Sent to Governor
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AZ bill #HB2274 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Water improvement district; Willcox basin
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides a mechanism for establishing a domestic water improvement district in the Willcox groundwater basin within Cochise County, Arizona. The bill allows the Cochise County Board of Supervisors to place a ballot measure in the 2026 general election, asking residents within the basin if they want to create a special district to address water needs. If approved by a majority vote, the district would have the power to deliver drinking water through methods like constructing standpipes, water hauling, and building stormwater infrastructure to increase groundwater recharge. The proposed district would be limited to the portion of the Willcox groundwater basin in Cochise County and would operate under existing Arizona law for domestic water improvement districts. The Board of Supervisors would establish the district's boundaries before the election and, if the measure passes, would serve as the district's board of directors. Notably, this bill streamlines the typical process for creating such a district by eliminating the need for additional petitions or procedural steps. The bill also includes a provision for the Board of Supervisors to potentially establish a broader water improvements program, and it is designated as an emergency measure to take effect immediately.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT providing for a special election to form a domestic water improvement district in the willcox groundwater basin.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 04/18/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Gail Griffin (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Governor Vetoed
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CA bill #SB660 • Last Action 05/12/2025
California Health and Human Services Data Exchange Framework.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for health and social services data exchange in California, with several key provisions. The bill requires the Center for Data Insights and Innovation to take over the California Health and Human Services Data Exchange Framework by January 1, 2026, expanding its scope to include social services information. The framework will facilitate real-time information sharing among healthcare entities and government agencies, while maintaining privacy and security standards. The bill creates a new CalHHS Data Exchange Board composed of 14 members (5 voting, 9 non-voting) who will oversee and approve modifications to the data sharing agreement and policies. Healthcare organizations, including hospitals, medical groups, health insurers, and clinical laboratories, will be required to execute a data sharing agreement and exchange information, with some entities granted phased implementation timelines. The stakeholder advisory group will be expanded to include additional representatives, and the center will be responsible for establishing processes for data sharing, technical assistance, and compliance monitoring. The bill also mandates annual reporting to the Legislature and requires the development of strategies for secure digital identities and demographic data collection. Importantly, the bill emphasizes privacy protection, equity considerations, and the goal of improving health outcomes through more comprehensive and coordinated information sharing.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend and renumber Section 130290 of, and to add Section 130213 to, the Health and Safety Code, relating to the California Health and Human Services Data Exchange Framework.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Caroline Menjivar (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #SB679 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Health care facilities: physicians and surgeons: terminations and revocation of staff privileges: data reporting by race and gender.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires health care facilities and peer review bodies to submit an annual report to the Civil Rights Department by March 1st detailing specific data about physicians, surgeons, and medical residents. The report must include the number of medical professionals who were terminated, applied for staff privileges, were granted or had staff privileges revoked or suspended, with additional requirements to break down these numbers by race and gender. The Civil Rights Department must then publish this information on its website by September 1st, ensuring that the data is aggregated, deidentified, and does not reveal the names of specific health care facilities or any personally identifiable information. The bill aims to provide transparency about potential disparities in staff treatment and opportunities while protecting individual privacy. A key change from existing law is the focus on collecting and reporting demographic data alongside professional status changes, which could help identify potential systemic biases in healthcare facility staffing and privilege decisions. The legislature explicitly notes that while this bill limits public access to certain information, it does so to balance public transparency with individual privacy protections.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 805.3 to the Business and Professions Code, relating to healing arts.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Akilah Weber Pierson (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #SB254 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Electricity: wildfire mitigation: rate assistance: Policy-Oriented and Wildfire Electric Reimbursement (POWER) Program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to address several key aspects of California's electricity infrastructure, wildfire mitigation, and rate assistance programs. The bill creates the Policy-Oriented and Wildfire Electric Reimbursement (POWER) Program, which will help reduce ratepayer costs by reimbursing electric utilities for expenditures driven by public policy goals. It establishes a new Clean Energy Infrastructure Authority to lead the state's efforts to build critical clean energy infrastructure, with the ability to finance, plan, develop, and own electrical transmission infrastructure. The bill modifies wildfire mitigation requirements for electrical corporations, including requiring them to submit wildfire mitigation plans every four years instead of annually, and introducing more detailed risk assessment criteria. It also creates new requirements for the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to provide more transparency in rate increases, including requiring formal public findings that explain rate increases and their impact on average customer bills. The bill introduces an inflation-constrained rate case scenario for electrical and gas corporations, where proposed expenditure increases would be limited to the federal social security cost-of-living adjustment. Additionally, the bill enhances the Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA) program by requiring larger credits for low-income customers and mandating more comprehensive reporting and outreach efforts. The legislation aims to improve electricity infrastructure safety, reduce wildfire risks, protect ratepayers, and support California's clean energy transition.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 8557, 15472, 15473, 15475, 15475.1, 15475.2, and 15475.6 of, and to repeal Sections 15475.4 and 15475.5 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 25545, 25545.1, 25545.2, 25545.4, 25545.5, 25545.8, 25545.9, and 25545.10 of, to add Sections 25545.14 and 25545.15 to, to add Article 7 (commencing with Section 21159.30) to Chapter 4.5 of Division 13 of, and to add Chapter 16 (commencing with Section 25993) to Division 15 of, the Public Resources Code, to amend Sections 326.1, 326.2, 451.1, 850, 913.5, 8385, 8386, 8386.1, 8386.2, 8386.3, 8386.4, 8386.5, 8387, 8388.5, and 8389 of, to add Sections 365.4, 739.14, 739.16, and 913.2 to, to add Article 5.2 (commencing with Section 835) to Chapter 4 of Part 1 of Division 1 of, to add Division 1.8 (commencing with Section 3600) to, to add and repeal Section 937.5 of, to repeal Section 326 of, and to repeal and add Section 748.5 of, the Public Utilities Code, and to amend Section 351 of the Water Code, relating to electricity, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/24/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Josh Becker (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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OK bill #HB2163 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Open records; public access counselor; review; subpoena; Attorney General; binding opinion; advisory opinion; emergency.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a Public Access Counselor Unit within the Oklahoma Attorney General's Office to help resolve disputes related to open records requests. The new law allows individuals who have been denied access to public records to file a review request with the Public Access Counselor within 30 calendar days of the denial. The Counselor will review the request and can forward it to the public body, which must respond within seven business days. The Attorney General will then issue an advisement within 60 calendar days, either directing the public body to comply with open records laws or explaining why no further action is required. The bill prohibits commercial purpose requests and allows the Counselor to deny future reviews for multiple frivolous requests. Additionally, the bill modifies the Attorney General's duties to explicitly include investigating and prosecuting civil or criminal actions related to violations of the Oklahoma Open Records Act and Open Meeting Act. The legislation aims to improve transparency and provide a clear process for resolving public records access disputes, with protections for both requesters and public bodies, and grants the Attorney General more specific enforcement powers in open records matters.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to open records; creating the Public Access Counselor within the Office of the Attorney General; allowing certain persons to file review of denial of open records requests with the Public Access Counselor; providing instructions for filing; prohibiting filings made for a commercial purpose; establishing procedures for review of requests; directing Public Access Counselor to notify public body; requiring certain furnishing of records; permitting subpoena by the Attorney General; prohibiting disclosure of certain protected information; allowing public body chance to respond to request; directing binding opinions be made within certain time frame; permitting Attorney General to choose other means for resolving review requests; permitting parties to file in district court; directing for notification of certain proceedings; permitting the Attorney General to issue advisory opinions to public bodies regarding compliance; exempting certain failures to comply made under good faith; 74 O.S. 2021, Section 18b, as last amended by Section 170, Chapter 452, O.S.L. 2024 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 18b), which relates to duties of the Attorney General; modifying duties related to violations of the Oklahoma Open Records Act and the Oklahoma Open Meetings Act; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Open records
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Pfeiffer (R)*, Brent Howard (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Vetoed 05/10/2025
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CA bill #SB339 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Medi-Cal: laboratory rates.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies how Medi-Cal (California's Medicaid program) reimburses providers for clinical laboratory and laboratory services. Currently, reimbursement cannot exceed certain thresholds, but this bill changes the language to require reimbursement to "equal" the lowest of those thresholds, which include the amount billed, the charge to the general public, 100% of the lowest Medicare rate, or an average of the lowest rates from other payers. For sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing services, the bill creates a special provision that will take effect on July 1, 2027, or when funding is appropriated, applying a similar reimbursement approach but excluding the average rate calculation. The bill also requires the California Department of Health Care Services to publicly release a deidentified dataset of laboratory service data from providers who reported more than 10 tests, which must be published alongside updated reimbursement rates. Additionally, the bill eliminates a previously existing 10% payment reduction for laboratory services. These changes aim to make laboratory service reimbursement more transparent and potentially more equitable, while ensuring that the new methodology complies with federal Medicaid requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 14105.22 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to Medi-Cal.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Christopher Cabaldon (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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NJ bill #S4315 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Requires controller or processor to de-identify personal data and prohibits re-identification of de-identified data.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires controllers or processors of personal data to de-identify such data before selling it and prohibits the re-identification of that de-identified data. Specifically, the bill defines "de-identified data" as information that cannot be reasonably linked to an individual, and "re-identification" means attempting to reconnect de-identified data to a specific person. The bill prevents controllers and processors from re-identifying de-identified data themselves, providing third parties with the means to do so, or hiring third parties to re-identify the data. The Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs will establish standards for data de-identification and may create limited exceptions to these rules, but only if the exceptions are expected to benefit the public and are specifically related to medical studies or environmental hazard prevention. Violations of these provisions will be considered unlawful practices, and the Office of the Attorney General will have exclusive enforcement authority. The bill amends existing New Jersey privacy legislation and will take effect 365 days after enactment, giving businesses time to adjust their data handling practices to comply with the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends current law on the sale or processing of personal data to provide that a controller or processor of personal data is required to de-identify personal data before sale. The bill also prohibits a controller or processor from (1) re-identifying de-identified data before or after the sale of personal data that has been previously de-identified; (2) providing a third party the means to re-identify personal data after the sale of de-identified data to the third party; or (3) engaging a third party to re-identify de-identified data before or after the sale of the de-identified data. Pursuant to the bill, "re-identify" means to link de-identified data to an identified or identifiable individual, or a device linked to such an individual. The bill requires the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs (director) in the Department of Law and Public Safety to establish standards for the de-identification of personal data. The bill also permits the director to allow exceptions to the requirements of de-identification or prohibitions on re-identification, provided that: (1) the director expects any exception to benefit the public; and (2) any exception is limited to the purpose of medical studies or the purpose of preventing or alleviating environmental hazards.
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• Introduced: 03/24/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Pennacchio (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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MO bill #HB145 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Modifies provisions of the sunshine law
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Missouri's sunshine law to enhance privacy protections for court-related officers by expanding the definition of who is considered a court-related officer (now including judges, prosecutors, court clerks, and juvenile officers, among others) and establishing new procedures for protecting their personal information. The bill allows court-related officers to submit written requests to government agencies, businesses, and internet platforms to prevent the public posting or displaying of their personal information, such as home addresses, phone numbers, and Social Security numbers. If a government agency or entity fails to comply with such a request, the court-related officer can seek injunctive relief and potentially recover legal costs. The bill also specifically addresses how county recorders of deeds must handle documents containing personal information of court-related officers, requiring them to shield electronic documents and indexes when requested. Additionally, the bill expands exemptions to public records disclosure requirements, adding several new categories of information that can be kept confidential, such as individually identifiable information about minors and the specific locations of endangered species. These changes aim to protect the privacy and safety of court-related officers and their families by limiting the public availability of their personal information.
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions of the sunshine law
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• Introduced: 12/03/2024
• Added: 12/04/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Falkner (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 54
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: House Message (H)
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CA bill #SB331 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Substance abuse.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of California's Welfare and Institutions Code to modify the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Act, which provides a framework for involuntary mental health treatment. Key provisions include expanding the definition of "gravely disabled" to include individuals unable to provide for their basic needs due to chronic alcoholism, clarifying the process for petitioners in CARE Act proceedings, and allowing more flexibility for original petitioners to maintain their role in the process. The bill requires the State Department of Health Care Services to establish training guidelines for counties regarding electronic submission of evaluation orders and provides additional guidance on the CARE process, such as allowing petitioners to request to maintain their role in proceedings if both the respondent and county behavioral health agency consent. The legislation also updates provisions related to clinical evaluations, CARE plan development, and the rights of petitioners and respondents throughout the CARE process. Additionally, the bill mandates training and technical assistance for county behavioral health agencies, judicial officers, and counsel to support the implementation of the CARE Act, with a focus on trauma-informed care, elimination of bias, and supported decision-making.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 5008, 5977, 5977.1, 5977.2, 5977.3, 5977.4, and 5983 of, and to add Section 5009.5 to, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to substance abuse.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Caroline Menjivar (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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MO bill #HB59 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Adds an exemption to the sunshine law for state parks records
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Missouri's sunshine law (a public records transparency law) by adding a new exemption to the types of records that can be kept confidential. Specifically, the bill adds a provision that allows state parks to keep individually identifiable customer information for visitors who make camping, lodging, or shelter reservations at Missouri state parks or state historic sites private, unless the visitor themselves requests the records or authorizes their release. This means that details such as personal contact information, reservation specifics, and other identifying information related to state park visitors would be protected from public disclosure. The exemption is added to an existing list of 26 types of records that public governmental bodies are already authorized to keep confidential, and it represents a targeted privacy protection for individuals making reservations at state parks and historic sites. The bill aims to protect visitors' personal information while maintaining the overall transparency goals of the sunshine law.
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Bill Summary: Adds an exemption to the sunshine law for state parks records
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• Introduced: 12/03/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bruce Sassmann (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 12/02/2024
• Last Action: Fiscal Review Executive Session (14:30:00 5/12/2025 House Hearing Room 4)
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WA bill #HB1418 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Adding two voting members that are transit users to the governing body of public transportation benefit areas.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the composition of public transportation benefit area (PTBA) governing bodies by adding two new voting members who are transit users. Specifically, for single-county PTBAs with over 400,000 residents, the governing body can now include two additional voting members: one who primarily relies on public transportation and another who represents a community-based organization and occasionally uses transit. These transit-using members cannot be employees of the transit agency and must be appointed by the existing elected official voting members. The bill also requires that if these members are appointed, governing body meetings must be held at times and locations accessible by transit, and the new members must receive comprehensive training on open meetings, public records, and municipal ethics. The bill limits the total number of voting members to 11 for single-county areas and 17 for multicounty areas, and provides an effective date of January 1, 2026. The goal appears to be increasing direct transit user representation in the decision-making process of public transportation authorities.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to adding two voting members that are transit 2 users to the governing body of public transportation benefit areas; 3 amending RCW 36.57A.050; and providing an effective date. 4
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Joe Timmons (D)*, Alex Ramel (D), Davina Duerr (D), Tarra Simmons (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Julia Reed (D), Beth Doglio (D), Gerry Pollet (D), Natasha Hill (D), Brandy Donaghy (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 04/20/2025
• Last Action: Effective date 1/1/2026.
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AZ bill #SB1064 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Voting; equipment; internet; custody; violation
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several new security measures for voting equipment and election processes in Arizona. The bill requires the Secretary of State to ensure that voting machines meet specific cybersecurity standards, including configuring operating systems according to Department of Homeland Security best practices, prohibiting internet connectivity or remote access, implementing user tracking with unique credentials, and maintaining logs of ballot image deletions and system events. The bill also mandates strict custody and access controls for voting equipment at polling places, voting centers, and central counting centers. Specifically, any voting equipment with accessible ports must be sealed and logged in a chain of custody document, with detailed tracking of every person who handles the equipment. The bill requires that no voting equipment can have internet access, and only authorized personnel (including political party observers) may be present during vote tabulation. Additionally, for removable data storage devices, two observers from different political parties must be present during handling and transportation. Violations of these provisions would be considered a Class 1 misdemeanor. As an additional transparency measure, the bill requires that all activities at counting centers be continuously video recorded and posted on the county's website.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending section 16-442, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 16, chapter 4, article 9, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 16-567; amending title 16, chapter 4, article 10, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 16-605; relating to the conduct of elections.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 4 : Mark Finchem (R)*, Wendy Rogers (R), John Gillette (R), Teresa Martinez (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Governor Vetoed
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CA bill #SB354 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Insurance Consumer Privacy Protection Act of 2025.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Insurance Consumer Privacy Protection Act of 2025, is designed to establish comprehensive privacy standards for insurance companies and their service providers in California. The bill aims to give consumers more control over their personal information by requiring insurance licensees to provide clear privacy notices, obtain explicit consent before processing or sharing personal data, and allow consumers to access, correct, or delete their personal information. Key provisions include mandating data minimization (collecting only necessary information), implementing strict data retention and destruction policies, requiring consent for processing sensitive personal information, and prohibiting the sale of personal information. The bill also establishes strong consumer rights, such as the right to be informed about adverse underwriting decisions, protection from retaliation for exercising privacy rights, and the ability to opt out of certain data processing activities. Insurance companies and their third-party service providers must provide transparent, easy-to-understand notices about their privacy practices, implement robust data protection measures, and face potential significant financial penalties for non-compliance. The legislation builds upon existing privacy laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act and aims to address the unique data-intensive nature of the insurance industry while protecting consumers' personal information from misuse.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 6.65 (commencing with Section 792) to Chapter 1 of Part 2 of Division 1 of the Insurance Code, relating to insurance.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Monique Limon (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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WI bill #SB71 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Ratification of the Dietitian Licensure Compact. (FE)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which is an interstate agreement designed to facilitate the practice of dietetics across multiple states. The bill creates a framework for dietitians to obtain a "compact privilege" that allows them to practice in other member states without obtaining multiple individual state licenses. Key provisions include establishing a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the compact, creating a coordinated data system to track licensure and disciplinary information, and defining the requirements for dietitians to obtain and maintain a compact privilege. To qualify, dietitians must hold an unencumbered license in their home state, meet specific educational and credentialing requirements, and comply with the laws of the state where they are practicing. The compact aims to increase public access to dietetic services, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance interstate cooperation in regulating professional practice. The compact will become effective once seven states have enacted it, and member states can participate by meeting specific criteria and following the compact's established rules and procedures.
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Bill Summary: This bill ratifies and enters Wisconsin into the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which provides for the ability of a dietitian to become eligible to practice in other compact states. Significant provisions of the compact include the following: LRB-1917/1 MED:cdc 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 71 1. The creation of a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, which includes the primary administrators of the licensure authorities of each member state. The commission has various powers and duties granted in the compact, including establishing bylaws, promulgating rules for the compact, appointing officers and hiring employees, and establishing and electing an executive committee. The commission may levy on and collect an annual assessment from each member state or impose fees on licensees to whom it grants a compact privilege to cover the cost of the operations and activities of the commission and its staff. 2. The ability for a dietitian to obtain a Xcompact privilege,Y which allows a dietitian to practice dietetics in another compact state (remote state) if the dietitian satisfies certain criteria. The compact specifies a number of requirements in order for a dietitian to exercise a compact privilege, including holding an unencumbered dietitian license in a home state and paying any fees and meeting any jurisprudence requirements that may be imposed by a remote state. A dietitian practicing in a remote state under a compact privilege must adhere to the laws and regulations of that state. A remote state may, in accordance with that state[s laws, take adverse action against a licensee[s compact privilege within that state. If a dietitian[s license is encumbered, the dietitian loses the compact privilege in all remote states until certain criteria are satisfied. If a dietitian[s compact privilege in any remote state is removed, the dietitian may lose the compact privilege in all other remote states until certain criteria are satisfied. 3. The ability of member states to issue subpoenas that are enforceable in other states. 4. The creation of a coordinated data system containing licensure and disciplinary action information on dietitians. The compact requires member states to report adverse actions against licensees and to monitor the data system to determine whether adverse actions have been taken against licensees. A member state must submit a uniform data set to the data system on all individuals to whom the compact is applicable as required by the rules of the commission. 5. Provisions regarding resolutions of disputes between member states and between member and nonmember states, including a process for termination of a state[s membership in the compact if the state defaults on its obligations under the compact. The compact becomes effective in this state upon its enactment in seven states. The compact provides that it may be amended upon enactment of an amendment by all member states. A state may withdraw from the compact by repealing the statute authorizing the compact, but the compact provides that a withdrawal does not take effect until 180 days after the effective date of that repeal. For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 25 : Patrick Testin (R)*, Tim Carpenter (D)*, Dan Feyen (R)*, Jodi Habush Sinykin (D)*, Dianne Hesselbein (D)*, Jesse James (R)*, Howard Marklein (R)*, Mark Spreitzer (D)*, Melissa Ratcliff (D)*, Robert Brooks (R), Mike Bare (D), Calvin Callahan (R), Barbara Dittrich (R), Cindi Duchow (R), Rick Gundrum (R), Brent Jacobson (R), Alex Joers (D), Dan Knodl (R), Scott Krug (R), Jerry O'Connor (R), John Spiros (R), Lisa Subeck (D), Paul Tittl (R), Randy Udell (D), Robyn Vining (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Fiscal estimate received
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NY bill #S07672 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Requires all municipal corporations to report cybersecurity incidents and demands of ransom payments to the division of homeland security and emergency services; defines terms; requires cybersecurity incident reviews; requires cybersecurity awareness training, cybersecurity protection and data protection standards for state maintained information systems.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive cybersecurity reporting and protection requirements for municipal corporations, public authorities, and state agencies. It mandates that municipal corporations and public authorities report any cybersecurity incidents and ransom payment demands to the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services within 72 hours of discovering the incident, with detailed reporting requirements including whether they seek technical assistance. The bill defines key terms like "cybersecurity incident," "ransomware attack," and "cyber threat," and provides specific guidelines for reporting such events. It also requires state and local government employees who use technology in their jobs to complete annual cybersecurity awareness training beginning in January 2026, with the training to be conducted during regular working hours and compensated at the employee's standard pay rate. Additionally, the bill requires state agencies to develop robust data protection standards, create inventories of their information systems, and establish incident response plans, with provisions to keep these sensitive documents confidential. The legislation aims to enhance cybersecurity preparedness, response, and protection across New York's government entities, while providing a framework for managing and mitigating potential cyber threats.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the general municipal law and the executive law, in relation to requiring municipal cybersecurity incident reporting and exempting such reports from freedom of information requirements; and to amend the state technology law, in relation to requiring cybersecurity awareness training for government employees, data protection standards, and cybersecurity protection
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• Introduced: 04/28/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Monica Martinez (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: referred to local governments
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NY bill #S06023 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Requires the division for small-business to publish a small business compliance guide and post such guide to the division for small-business's website.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Division for Small-Business (a state economic development agency) to create and publish an annual Small Business Compliance Guide by January 31st each year. The guide must provide small business owners and operators with clear, easy-to-understand information about statutory and regulatory changes that occurred in the previous calendar year. The guide will cover a wide range of topics including permits, licenses, taxes, insurance, workplace safety, workers' compensation, wages, hours, and benefits. The bill mandates that the language be written in plain terms, avoiding technical jargon whenever possible, and include contact information for relevant state agencies. Additionally, the Division for Small-Business must publish the guide on its website and conduct an annual public awareness campaign to promote the guide, using various media channels like social media, radio, and print advertising. The campaign will aim to educate small business owners about the guide and available resources to help them understand and comply with new regulations. By providing this comprehensive and accessible guide, the bill seeks to help small businesses stay informed about legal and regulatory changes that might affect their operations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the state administrative procedure act and the economic development law, in relation to requiring the division for small-business to publish a small business compliance guide
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : April Baskin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: referred to small business
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OK bill #SB300 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Oklahoma Capital Investment Board; dissolving Board upon certain date; transferring certain contracts and management of certain investments to certain board. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill dissolves the Oklahoma Capital Investment Board and transfers its contracts, management of investments, and revolving fund to the Oklahoma Science and Technology Research and Development Board (part of the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology) effective November 1, 2025. The bill amends several sections of Oklahoma law to reflect this transition, updating references from the "Oklahoma Capital Investment Board" to the "Oklahoma Science and Technology Research and Development Board" throughout the existing statutes. The changes include modifying definitions related to the board, ensuring that existing contracts and guarantees remain valid, and transferring any remaining funds to the General Revenue Fund after all obligations are settled. The bill also makes various technical changes such as gender-neutral language and clarifying statutory references. Key provisions include maintaining the enforceability of existing agreements, allowing the new board to administer and operate the programs of the former board, and ensuring that any remaining monies will be paid to the state's General Revenue Fund after all expenses and obligations are met.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 300 By: Kirt of the Senate and Townley of the House An Act relating to the Oklahoma Capital Investment Board; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 5085.5, 5085.6, 5085.8, 5085.10, 5085.11, 5085.12, 5085.14, 5085.15, and 5085.16, which relate to the Oklahoma Capital Formation Act; modifying definition; modifying reference; dissolving Board upon certain date; transferring certain contracts and management of certain investments to the Oklahoma Science and Technology Research and Development Board; transferring certain revolving fund to the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology; making language gender neutral; updating statutory reference; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Board dissolution and transfer of duties
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• Introduced: 12/31/2024
• Added: 12/31/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Julia Kirt (D)*, Tammy Townley (R)*
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/12/2025
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CA bill #SB41 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Pharmacy benefits.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to comprehensively regulate pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in California by introducing new licensing, reporting, and operational requirements. The bill requires PBMs to obtain a license from the Department of Insurance by January 1, 2027, and establishes strict guidelines for their practices, including prohibiting spread pricing (a pricing model where PBMs charge health plans more than they pay pharmacies) and mandating that 100% of prescription drug manufacturer rebates be directed to health plans to offset patient costs. Starting in 2026, the bill prevents health insurance plans from calculating patient cost-sharing at an amount higher than the actual drug price and requires PBMs to reimburse pharmacies at rates no less than the National Average Drug Acquisition Cost. The legislation also imposes significant reporting requirements, compelling PBMs to submit detailed annual reports about drug pricing, rebates, and pharmacy payments, which the Department of Insurance will compile and make publicly available. Violations of these provisions can result in civil penalties of up to $7,500 per violation, and the bill preserves the Attorney General's authority to investigate and prosecute potential market irregularities. By creating new regulatory frameworks and transparency measures, the bill seeks to reduce drug costs and improve the fairness of pharmacy benefit management practices.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1367.243, 1385.005, and 1385.006 of, and to add Sections 1367.2075 and 1367.2431 to, the Health and Safety Code, and to amend Section 10123.205 of, to add Sections 10123.2045 and 10123.2051 to, and to add Division 6 (commencing with Section 17000) to, the Insurance Code, relating to pharmacy benefits.
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• Introduced: 12/03/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Aisha Wahab (D)*, Scott Wiener (D)*, Akilah Weber Pierson (D)*, Heather Hadwick (R), Pilar Schiavo (D), Gail Pellerin (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #SB638 • Last Action 05/12/2025
California Education and Workforce Development Coordinating Entity: Career Technical Education and Career Pathways Grant Program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes two key components to improve career technical education and workforce development in California. First, it creates the Career Technical Education and Career Pathways Grant Program, which will provide direct allocations to local educational agencies (school districts, charter schools, and county offices of education) to support programs in areas like apprenticeships, dual enrollment, work-based learning, and service learning. The grant program will prioritize applications that focus on historically underrepresented communities and those that demonstrate comprehensive approaches to career education. Each grant recipient must partner with a community college district and commit to collecting and reporting data on job placements. Second, the bill establishes the California Education and Workforce Development Coordinating Entity within the Government Operations Agency, composed of representatives from various educational institutions, workforce boards, and student groups. This coordinating entity will have extensive responsibilities, including streamlining workforce program rules, developing a comprehensive state plan for career technical education, evaluating program effectiveness, maintaining a database of career pathway information, and advising the Legislature and Governor on educational and workforce development strategies. The bill is motivated by California's economic challenges, including income inequality and the need to prepare workers for a rapidly changing job market, with a particular focus on creating more accessible career pathways for individuals without college degrees.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 17 (commencing with Section 53080) to Part 28 of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Education Code, and to add Chapter 13 (commencing with Section 11920) to Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, relating to career technical education.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 03/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Padilla (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #SB691 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Body-worn cameras: policies.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires law enforcement agencies to update their body-worn camera policies by July 1, 2026, to address patient privacy during medical and psychological evaluations. Specifically, the bill mandates that agencies provide guidance to officers about when to temporarily limit recording during medical procedures that could cause patient embarrassment, such as when intimate body parts are exposed. The policy must include procedures for emergency medical service personnel to request that officers stop recording or request redaction of recordings involving patient evaluations or treatments. The bill emphasizes protecting patient privacy while maintaining the investigative utility of body-worn camera footage, and it clarifies that these new requirements do not create additional obligations for law enforcement or override existing medical privacy protections like HIPAA. If the Commission on State Mandates determines that implementing these policy updates creates additional costs for local agencies, the state will reimburse those agencies according to existing statutory procedures.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 832.18 of the Penal Code, relating to body-worn cameras.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Aisha Wahab (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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WA bill #SB5691 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Adopting the department of social and health services report recommendations addressing a regulatory oversight plan for continuing care retirement communities.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies regulations for continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), which are residential facilities providing housing and healthcare services for seniors. The bill amends two sections of existing law to clarify how these communities are registered and regulated. Specifically, the bill updates the application requirements for CCRC registration, now mandating that applicants provide a written statement about entrance fees and whether those fees cover future care and services. The bill also strengthens the connection between CCRC practices and consumer protection laws, explicitly stating that violations of CCRC regulations are considered unfair or deceptive practices under the state's consumer protection act. The registration process is further detailed, requiring comprehensive documentation including financial statements, residency agreements, and an attestation of compliance with disclosure requirements. The bill maintains the two-year registration period, continues to prohibit registration transfer, and ensures that submitted materials remain confidential. The changes aim to improve oversight, transparency, and consumer protection in the continuing care retirement community sector by providing clearer guidelines and regulatory mechanisms.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to adopting the department of social and health 2 services report recommendations addressing a regulatory oversight 3 plan for continuing care retirement communities; and amending RCW 4 18.390.080 and 18.390.030. 5
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Annette Cleveland (D)*, T'wina Nobles (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Effective date 7/27/2025.
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WA bill #SB5262 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Correcting obsolete or erroneous references in statutes administered by the insurance commissioner.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various technical corrections and updates to multiple sections of Washington state insurance law. It primarily involves correcting obsolete references, aligning language with current practices, and removing unnecessary reporting requirements. Specifically, the bill amends numerous sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) related to insurance, making changes such as updating terminology (like changing "unrestricted net assets" to "net assets without donor restrictions"), removing outdated reporting mandates, and clarifying language around insurance regulations. The bill also repeals several statutes that are no longer needed, including sections related to health insurance market stability, natural disaster work groups, and fixed payment insurance products. Key modifications include adjusting confidentiality provisions for certain insurance-related data, updating references to ages and numeric values, and streamlining reporting requirements for various insurance-related activities. The bill aims to improve the clarity and efficiency of Washington state's insurance regulatory framework by removing obsolete language and aligning statutes with current practices and interpretations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to correcting obsolete or erroneous references in 2 statutes administered by the insurance commissioner, by repealing 3 defunct statutes and reports, aligning policy with federal law and 4 current interpretations, making timeline adjustments, protecting 5 patient data, and making technical corrections; amending RCW 6 42.56.400, 48.14.070, 48.19.460, 48.19.540, 48.37.050, 48.38.010, 7 48.38.012, 48.43.0128, 48.43.135, 48.43.743, 48.135.030, 48.140.050, 8 48.150.100, and 48.160.020; repealing RCW 48.02.230, 48.02.240, 9 48.43.049, 48.43.650, 48.140.070, and 48.160.005; and providing an 10 effective date. 11
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Claudia Kauffman (D)*, Jeff Wilson (R), T'wina Nobles (D), Sharon Shewmake (D), Yasmin Trudeau (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 56
• Last Amended: 04/19/2025
• Last Action: Effective date 7/27/2025*.
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NJ bill #S4342 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Makes victims of motor vehicle accidents eligible for VCCO compensation under certain circumstances; establishes Traffic Crash Victim's Bill of Rights.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes significant changes to victim compensation and rights for motor vehicle crashes by expanding the eligibility for Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO) compensation and establishing a Traffic Crash Victim's Bill of Rights. Specifically, the bill adds motor vehicle crashes involving a fatality or requiring ambulance transportation to the list of incidents for which victims can receive compensation, which was previously limited to specific criminal offenses. The new Traffic Crash Victim's Bill of Rights provides six key protections: victims can obtain free copies of crash-related documents and reports; be notified of and participate in court proceedings; take reasonable leave from work to attend hearings; be protected from intimidation by the other driver; be eligible for compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act; and receive information about their rights from law enforcement. These provisions aim to provide more comprehensive support and resources for individuals impacted by motor vehicle crashes, recognizing that such incidents can be traumatic and financially burdensome even when they do not result from intentional criminal acts. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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Bill Summary: This bill makes victims of motor vehicle accidents eligible for compensation from the Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO) under certain circumstances and establishes the Traffic Crash Victim's Bill of Rights. Under current law, victims of certain crimes are eligible to receive compensation from the VCCO for certain expenses, including certain medical bills, counseling, loss of earnings, and funeral costs. This bill expands the crimes for which compensation is available to also include a motor vehicle crash involving a fatality or the removal of a victim from the scene of the crash by an ambulance. In addition, this bill establishes the Traffic Crash Victim's Bill of Rights. The bill provides that traffic crash victims are entitled to the following rights: 1) To obtain, upon request, a free, timely copy of the initial police report and, upon completion, any investigation report, evidence, and materials related to the crash, including but not limited to any follow-up report and documents, photographs taken at the scene of the crash or during postmortem examination, audio and video recordings from body worn cameras as defined under current law, audio and video recordings from the motor vehicle, any other audio or video recordings of the crash, and any summonses that were issued. These provisions are not to be construed as limiting or restricting any rights pursuant to the provisions of the open public records act; 2) To be notified of court proceedings and be permitted to give an impact statement in related adjudicatory proceedings, including any hearing regarding the suspension or revocation of the driver's license of the other driver; 3) To have the right to reasonable leave from the person's employer to participate in any hearings conducted by the Motor Vehicle Commission that are related to the motor vehicle crash or exercising any other rights provided by law; 4) To be free from intimidation, threats, or harassment from the other driver; 5) To be eligible to receive compensation and assistance pursuant to the provisions of the "Criminal Injuries Compensation Act of 1971"; and 6) To receive, upon request of information from a law enforcement agency regarding the crash, a copy of the provisions set forth in the bill and information provided by the Victims of Crime Compensation Office regarding the rights set forth in the bill.
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• Introduced: 03/24/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John McKeon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee
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NJ bill #A4877 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Replaces definition of "management committee" with "board of authority commissioners" and makes various changes to existing law concerning administration of regional authority.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing law to establish a regional authority to develop and operate a rehabilitation and reentry center. The key provisions are: 1) It renames the "management committee" as the "board of authority commissioners" and requires two or more counties to enter into an agreement establishing the regional authority. 2) It makes changes to the application process to the Local Finance Board, provisions related to withdrawal from and dissolution of the authority, and financial apportionments for debt service. 3) It allows for a registered municipal accountant to conduct an audit of the authority and specifically references the employment of correctional police officers.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends existing law establishing a regional authority to develop and operate a rehabilitation and reentry center. The bill renames the "management committee" as the "board of authority commissioners" and requires two or more counties to enter into an agreement establishing the regional authority. The bill also makes certain changes to: 1) time considerations concerning applications to the Local Finance Board, 2) provisions related to withdrawal from and dissolution of authorities under the bill, and 3) provide for certain financial apportionments for debt service. The bill further allows for a registered municipal accountant to conduct an audit of the authority and makes specific reference to the employment of correctional police officers.
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• Introduced: 09/23/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lou Greenwald (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 09/27/2024
• Last Action: Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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OK bill #SB553 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Schools; directing revocation of certification and dismissal for failure to report suspected child abuse or neglect. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens child abuse reporting requirements for school employees in Oklahoma by making several key changes. It adds a provision that school employees who knowingly and willfully fail to report suspected child abuse or neglect can have their teaching certification revoked and can be dismissed from their teaching position. The bill requires school employees to annually sign an attestation acknowledging their legal responsibility to report suspected child abuse, and mandates that professional development programs include specific training on child abuse reporting, including the legal requirements and potential penalties for failing to report. Additionally, the bill modifies criminal background check procedures to require letters from previous employers to indicate whether a teacher was the subject of any allegations of inappropriate behavior with a student. The changes aim to enhance child protection by creating stronger accountability for school employees who might fail to report potential child abuse, with clear consequences for non-compliance, and ensuring that educators are consistently trained on their legal obligations to report suspected abuse or neglect.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 553 By: Pugh, Thompson, and Nice of the Senate and Sterling of the House An Act relating to schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-104, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 445, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 3-104), which relates to the powers and duties of the State Board of Education; adding reason for which a certificate cannot be issued or can be revoked; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-104.1, which relates to a prohibition on certification of individuals convicted of certain offenses; adding reason for which a certificate cannot be issued; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-142, which relates to criminal history record checks for school employment; requiring certain letter to include certain information; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 6-101.22, which relates to reasons for dismissal of career teachers; adding reason for dismissal; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 6-194, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 15, O.S.L. 2023 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 6-194), which relates to professional development programs; directing certain program to include information about certain reporting requirements; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 1210.163, as amended by Section 46, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1210.163), which relates to requirements to report suspected abuse or neglect; requiring school employees to annually sign certain attestation; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Schools
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Adam Pugh (R)*, Danny Sterling (R)*, Kristen Thompson (R), Nikki Nice (D)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/08/2025
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OK bill #HB1075 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Teachers; making certain provisions applicable to administrators; requiring certain recommendation to be forwarded to the State Board of Education; providing for expungement; effective date; emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies existing Oklahoma law regarding teacher and administrator dismissal recommendations, expanding the provisions to include administrators alongside teachers and introducing new procedures for reporting and handling such recommendations. The bill requires superintendents to forward dismissal recommendations to the State Board of Education even if the teacher or administrator resigns, particularly when the resignation occurs during an investigation involving potential criminal charges or certificate revocation. The legislation also introduces a new provision for expungement, mandating that if an investigation concludes without findings supporting criminal charges, certificate revocation, or termination, the individual's report shall be removed from State Board of Education records, with written notification sent to all affected parties. Additionally, the bill preserves the right of teachers and administrators to provide supplementary information to accompany any documents requested and limits the State Board of Education's authority to revoke or suspend licenses or certificates, specifying that such actions can only occur for specific reasons like willful law violations, child abuse, moral turpitude, or certain criminal convictions. The bill is part of the "Protect Our Kids Act" and is set to become effective on July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause allowing immediate implementation upon passage.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to teachers; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 6-101.25, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 5, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 6-101.25), which relates to recommendations for dismissal of teachers; making certain provisions applicable to administrators; requiring certain recommendations to be forwarded to the State Board of Education regardless of the timing of certain resignation; requiring certain report to be forwarded to the Board; providing for expungement of certain report under certain circumstances; allowing certain teacher or administrator to retain the right to provide certain supplementary information; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Derrick Hildebrant (R)*, Ally Seifried (R)*, Chad Caldwell (R), Clay Staires (R)
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: SA's received
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MA bill #S2516 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act and the Location Shield Act, creating comprehensive regulations for how businesses collect, process, and use personal and location data. The Massachusetts Data Privacy Act applies to businesses that collect personal data from at least 25,000 consumers or derive revenue from selling personal data, and provides consumers with several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being collected, access their data, correct inaccuracies, delete personal data, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data transfers, and certain types of profiling. The bill requires businesses to obtain explicit consent for collecting sensitive data, implement data security practices, and provide clear privacy notices. It also establishes specific protections for minors, health data, and reproductive health information. The Location Shield Act complements this by creating strict regulations around the collection and use of location information, requiring businesses to obtain consent, limit data collection, and protect individuals' location privacy. The bill allows for enforcement by the Attorney General and provides for potential civil penalties and consumer lawsuits, with damages of at least $15,000 per violation. Businesses will need to implement robust data protection practices, with larger data holders facing more stringent requirements. The act will take effect in stages, with most provisions becoming active one year after enactment.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2516).
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• Introduced: 05/12/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 9 : Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity, Mike Moore (D), Cynthia Creem (D), William Driscoll (D), Jo Comerford (D), Becca Rausch (D), Jamie Eldridge (D), Julian Cyr (D), Brad Jones (R), Pat Jehlen (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
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OK bill #SB522 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Medical marijuana; promulgating certain Advisory Council to establish certain task force; requiring certain final report. Effective date.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the existing law regarding the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Executive Advisory Council by adding a new requirement for the council to establish a task force focused on researching and providing recommendations about purchase and possession limits for licensed medical marijuana patients. The task force will be required to consult with various professionals and stakeholders, including physicians, medical licensing boards, patients, veterans, and medical marijuana business owners. The task force must submit a final report of its findings and recommendations to the Authority by November 1, 2026. The bill maintains the existing structure of the Advisory Council, which consists of six members appointed by the Governor, Speaker of the House, and President Pro Tempore of the Senate, representing different perspectives including medical marijuana patients and business license holders. The council will continue to meet at least four times per year and prepare an annual report to key state officials. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, and ensures that the task force's work will help inform future policy decisions related to medical marijuana in Oklahoma.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 522 By: Coleman of the Senate and Marti of the House An Act relating to medical marijuana; amending Section 1, Chapter 321, O.S.L. 2024 (63 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 427.29), which relates to the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Executive Advisory Council; directing Advisory Council to establish certain task force; requiring certain final report; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Medical marijuana advisory council
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Bill Coleman (R)*, T.J. Marti (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Vetoed 05/09/2025
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NV bill #AB518 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Revises provisions relating to the interstate placement of children. (BDR 11-807)
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children, a legal agreement between states that governs the interstate placement of children in foster care, for adoption, or in juvenile justice institutions. The new version of the Compact aims to provide a more comprehensive and standardized process for child placements across state lines. Key provisions include establishing a new Interstate Commission for the Placement of Children to oversee the Compact, creating more detailed rules for assessing and approving child placements, and clarifying jurisdictional responsibilities between sending and receiving states. The bill requires that before placing a child in another state, the sending state must provide detailed information about the child and obtain approval from the receiving state's public child placing agency. The Compact will become effective once 35 states have ratified it, and it includes provisions for dispute resolution, enforcement, and financial responsibilities. The bill also updates various Nevada statutes to align with the new Compact, replacing references to the old version with the new comprehensive framework. The overall goal is to ensure child placements are safe, suitable, and in the best interests of the children being placed across state lines.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to child welfare; adopting a revised version of the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 03/24/2025
• Added: 03/26/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/26/2025
• Last Action: From committee: Do pass.
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CA bill #SB727 • Last Action 05/12/2025
The Great Redwood Trail Agency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes and expands the powers and operations of the Great Redwood Trail Agency (GRTA), a state subdivision responsible for managing rail lines and developing trails in California's north coast region. The bill clarifies the agency's governance structure by specifying that it is a state subdivision, modifying board composition to include a city representative selected through a board-adopted process, and establishing new administrative requirements such as annual budget adoption, regular financial audits, and adherence to accounting principles. The legislation grants the agency expanded capabilities, including exemption from certain local building and zoning ordinances, authority to contract with law enforcement agencies, and flexibility in managing real property and third-party land use. The bill also authorizes the agency to receive state funding through the State Coastal Conservancy, requires competitive bidding for certain projects over a specified cost threshold, and provides specific provisions for railroad track ownership and environmental considerations. Additionally, the bill designates certain bicycle and pedestrian pathways as part of the "Great Redwood Trail," including a planned pathway from Larkspur to the Golden Gate Bridge, while ensuring that the state is not liable for the agency's financial obligations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 93004, 93011, 93021, 93024, 93025, and 93027 of, and to add Sections 93004.5, 93023, 93024.5, 93028, and 93029 to, the Government Code, and to amend Section 105088 of the Public Utilities Code, relating to transportation.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 03/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike McGuire (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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TX bill #HB5093 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain contact information of a notary public that is maintained by the secretary of state.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Government Code to adjust the disclosure rules for notary public contact information maintained by the secretary of state. Specifically, the bill creates an exception to existing confidentiality provisions that protect personal contact information for license holders. Under current law, home addresses, telephone numbers, and electronic mail addresses are generally kept confidential for individuals with professional licenses. The new legislation allows the secretary of state to disclose home address, home telephone number, and electronic mail address information for notaries public appointed under Chapter 406, Subchapter A, effectively making these specific contact details public. The bill would take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature, or otherwise will become effective on September 1, 2025. This change aims to increase transparency by making certain contact information for notaries public accessible to the public while maintaining privacy protections for other types of license holders.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain contact information of a notary public that is maintained by the secretary of state.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Salman Bhojani (D)*, Joe Moody (D)*, Richard Hayes (R)*, Mike Schofield (R)*, Ann Johnson (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar
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PA bill #SB686 • Last Action 05/12/2025
In falsification and intimidation, further providing for the offense of tampering with public records or information.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law and the state's criminal code to strengthen protections against tampering with public records. Specifically, the bill creates a criminal penalty for intentionally and unlawfully altering, destroying, concealing, removing, or otherwise impairing the availability or authenticity of a record that has been requested under the Right-to-Know Law. While previously tampering with public records was typically considered a misdemeanor, the bill upgrades the offense to a felony of the third degree if the record is the subject of a current information request or appeal, or if the actor's intent is to defraud or injure someone. The new provisions aim to deter individuals from deliberately interfering with public information requests by imposing more serious legal consequences for such actions. The bill will go into effect 60 days after its passage, giving agencies and potential offenders time to understand and adapt to the new legal standards.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), entitled <-- "An act providing for access to public information, for a designated open-records officer in each Commonwealth agency, local agency, judicial agency and legislative agency, for procedure, for appeal of agency determination, for judicial review and for the Office of Open Records; imposing penalties; providing for reporting by State-related institutions; requiring the posting of certain State contract information on the Internet; and making related repeals," in judicial review, providing for criminal penalty. AMENDING TITLE 18 (CRIMES AND OFFENSES) OF THE PENNSYLVANIA <-- CONSOLIDATED STATUTES, IN FALSIFICATION AND INTIMIDATION, FURTHER PROVIDING FOR THE OFFENSE OF TAMPERING WITH PUBLIC RECORDS OR INFORMATION.
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• Introduced: 04/28/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Cris Dush (R)*, Greg Rothman (R), Jarrett Coleman (R), Kristin Phillips-Hill (R), Pat Stefano (R), Judy Ward (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Second consideration
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IL bill #SB1821 • Last Action 05/12/2025
PROP TX-SENIORS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code and the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act to provide enhanced tax benefits for senior citizens. Specifically, for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, the bill increases the maximum income limitation from $65,000 to $75,000 for taxable years 2025 and thereafter. Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision that allows seniors to exclude up to $10,000 per household in required minimum distributions from retirement plans, retirement accounts, or retirement annuities when calculating their income for the exemption. The bill also updates the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act to align with these changes, raising the maximum household income threshold from $65,000 to $75,000 for tax year 2025 and beyond. These modifications aim to provide greater financial relief to senior citizens by expanding their eligibility for property tax exemptions and considering a broader range of income sources when determining qualification. The bill takes effect immediately, potentially offering timely assistance to seniors managing property tax expenses.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption, provides that the applicant's income does not include up to $10,000 per household in required minimum distributions under the Internal Revenue Code from a retirement plan, retirement account, or retirement annuity. Provides that, for taxable year 2025 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation is $75,000 for all qualified property. Amends the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act. Provides that an eligible taxpayer has a household income of not more than $75,000 for tax year 2025 and thereafter (currently, $65,000 for tax years 2022 through 2025 and $55,000 for tax year 2026 and thereafter). Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Laura Murphy (D)*, Rachel Ventura (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura
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MA bill #S45 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, creating comprehensive data privacy protections for residents by introducing two new chapters to the state's General Laws. The first chapter (Chapter 93M) establishes broad data privacy requirements for covered entities, defining key terms and outlining specific obligations for businesses handling personal data. Key provisions include requiring clear consent for data collection, giving individuals rights to access, correct, and delete their personal data, and prohibiting deceptive data practices. The bill defines "covered data" as information that can identify an individual, with special protections for sensitive data like biometric information, location data, and data related to minors. The second chapter (Chapter 93N) focuses specifically on location information, creating strict rules for how businesses can collect, process, and disclose an individual's location data. Businesses must obtain explicit consent before collecting location information, can only use it for specific "permissible purposes," and are prohibited from selling or misusing such data. The bill requires businesses to maintain transparent location privacy policies and gives individuals the right to opt out of location data collection and targeted advertising. The legislation provides robust enforcement mechanisms, including a private right of action for individuals and the ability for the Attorney General to bring civil actions. Violations can result in significant financial penalties, with potential fines up to 4% of a company's annual global revenue or $20 million. The bill will take effect one year after its enactment, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements. Overall, the bill aims to give Massachusetts residents greater control over their personal data and protect their privacy in an increasingly digital world.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 6 : Mike Moore (D)*, Jo Comerford (D), Becca Rausch (D), Jamie Eldridge (D), Julian Cyr (D), Brad Jones (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see S2516
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CA bill #SB830 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation: Inspector General.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the California Penal Code to modify two key provisions: first, it extends the retention period for papers and memoranda used by the Inspector General of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation from three to five years after a report is released, ensuring longer-term documentation of internal reviews. The bill also appears to have originally included a section about picketing near residential dwellings (which has been deleted), suggesting the final version focuses primarily on the Inspector General's record-keeping requirements. The change to the record retention period aims to provide more comprehensive oversight and preserve documentation related to internal affairs investigations and disciplinary processes within the corrections department. By requiring the Inspector General to keep supporting documents for an additional two years, the bill enhances transparency and allows for more extended review and potential re-examination of completed investigations. The bill includes a provision that no reimbursement will be required from the state for implementing these changes, as they are related to creating or changing criminal definitions.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 6126.3 of the Penal Code, relating to corrections.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jesse Arreguin (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 03/24/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on PUB. S.
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MA bill #S33 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Establishing the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act, which creates comprehensive data privacy protections for Massachusetts residents. The bill applies to businesses that process personal data of at least 100,000 consumers or 25,000 consumers while deriving over 25% of their gross revenue from selling personal data. Key provisions include giving consumers the right to confirm what personal data is being processed about them, access that data, correct inaccuracies, delete personal data, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain automated profiling. The bill imposes significant obligations on businesses (called "controllers") to limit data collection, obtain consent for processing sensitive data, protect children's data, and provide clear privacy notices. Controllers must obtain parental consent for processing data of children under 13 and are prohibited from certain practices that could harm minors, such as targeted advertising to children. The bill requires businesses to conduct data protection assessments for high-risk processing activities and implement reasonable data security practices. Enforcement is exclusively through the Massachusetts Attorney General, with a cure period from July 2026 to December 2027 that allows businesses to address violations before facing potential action. The law will take effect on July 1, 2026, and violations are considered unfair trade practices under existing Massachusetts law.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the comprehensive Massachusetts consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : William Driscoll (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see S2516
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CA bill #SB776 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Optometry.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes to the regulation of optometry in California. It extends the operation of the State Board of Optometry until January 1, 2030, and increases the maximum permitted reserve balance for the Optometry Fund from 6 to 24 months of operating expenses. The bill introduces the ability for the board to issue probationary registrations to applicants with specific terms and conditions, such as supervised practice or clinical training. It requires applicants with a valid email address to report it to the board, and establishes that emails sent to this address are presumed to be delivered. The bill modifies regulations for registered spectacle and contact lens dispensers, clarifying their specific roles and responsibilities. For mobile optometric offices, the bill changes reporting requirements from quarterly to annual and removes some reporting details. The bill also simplifies the process for retired optometrists, making it easier to obtain a retired license by only requiring the license to be current, and updates various technical provisions related to optometry licensing and practice. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect the privacy of applicants' email addresses and makes several technical and administrative updates to optometry regulations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 2541.2, 2552, 2553.5, 2558.1, 2559.1, 2560, 2564.5, 2564.6, 2564.71, 3003, 3010.5, 3014.6, 3046, 3046.1, 3057, 3070.2, 3145, and 3151 of, and to add Sections 2555.6, 3004.5, and 3024.5 to, the Business and Professions Code, relating to healing arts.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Angelique Ashby (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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OK bill #SB752 • Last Action 05/12/2025
County purchasing; authorizing county purchasing agents to establish online bidding process with certain vendors. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oklahoma state law to expand the authority of county purchasing agents in managing procurement processes. Specifically, the bill allows county purchasing agents to establish an online bidding process with vendors, removing the previous requirement that these vendors be authorized by the Office of Management and Enterprise Services. The new provisions enable county commissioners to conduct online bidding with additional flexibility, including requiring potential bidders to register before the bid opening, agreeing to specific terms and conditions, and potentially prequalifying bidders. The bill maintains existing requirements for bid notices, such as designating opening and closing dates, and mandates that online bids be opened in an open meeting of county commissioners alongside other sealed bids. The changes aim to modernize county purchasing procedures by embracing electronic commerce and providing more flexible procurement methods. The bill will become effective on July 1, 2025, and contains an emergency clause, which means it can be implemented immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 752 By: Stewart of the Senate and Boles of the House An Act relating to county purchasing; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Section 1500.1, which relates to the authority of county purchasing agents; authorizing county purchasing agents to establish online bidding process with certain vendors; updating statutory language; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: County purchasing
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jack Stewart (R)*, Brad Boles (R)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/12/2025
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MA bill #H4119 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Establishing an emergency medical services licensure compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an interstate compact for emergency medical services (EMS) personnel licensure that aims to facilitate the movement of EMS professionals across state boundaries while maintaining public safety. The compact allows EMS personnel (including Emergency Medical Technicians, Advanced EMTs, and Paramedics) licensed in one member state to practice in other member states under a "privilege to practice" system. Key provisions include creating an Interstate Commission for EMS Personnel Practice to oversee the compact, establishing a coordinated database for tracking licensure and adverse actions, and providing expedited licensing for military service members and veterans. The compact requires home states to maintain primary responsibility for licensing and disciplinary actions, while allowing remote states to restrict an individual's practice if necessary to protect public health and safety. The bill creates a mechanism for member states to share investigative information, investigate complaints across state lines, and maintain consistent standards for EMS personnel licensing. It also includes provisions for resolving disputes between states, establishing rules for practice, and ensuring that EMS professionals meet minimum qualifications and maintain professional standards across participating states.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish an emergency medical services licensure compact. Public Health.
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• Introduced: 05/12/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Leigh Davis (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Referred to the Joint Committee on Public Health
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SC bill #H3431 • Last Action 05/12/2025
South Carolina Social Media Regulation Act
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the South Carolina Social Media Regulation Act, which establishes comprehensive rules for social media companies' interactions with minors. The legislation defines a "covered online service" as digital platforms meeting specific revenue, data processing, or audience criteria, and sets strict guidelines for how these services can operate with users under 18. Key provisions include requiring social media companies to exercise reasonable care to prevent potential harms to minors such as compulsive usage, psychological distress, and identity theft; providing easily accessible tools for users to control their privacy and interaction settings; and limiting data collection and targeted advertising for minors. The bill mandates that social media platforms implement robust parental controls, including the ability to manage account settings, restrict purchases, and monitor time spent on the platform. Companies must also provide clear information about their safety measures and submit annual reports to the Attorney General detailing their practices regarding minor users. Violations can result in significant financial penalties, including treble damages, and potentially personal liability for company officers. The law aims to protect minors from potential online risks while giving parents more control over their children's digital experiences, with enforcement handled by the Attorney General's office and provisions taking effect 90 days after gubernatorial approval.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Article 9 To Chapter 5, Title 39 So As To Provide Definitions; To Provide That A Social Media Company May Not Permit Certain Minors To Be Account Holders; To Provide Requirements For Social Media Companies; To Provide That A Social Media Company Shall Provide Certain Parents Or Guardians With Certain Information; To Provide That A Social Media Company Shall Restrict Social Media Access To Minors During Certain Hours; To Provide For Consumer Complaints; To Provide That The Consumer Services Division Has Authority To Administer And Enforce Certain Requirements; To Provide For An Annual Report; To Provide For A Cause Of Action; And To Provide That Certain Waivers And Limitations Are Void.
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• Introduced: 12/09/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 16 : Weston Newton (R)*, Chris Wooten (R), Tommy Pope (R), David Martin (R), Fawn Pedalino (R), John McCravy (R), Beth Bernstein (D), Brandon Guffey (R), Jerry Govan (D), Travis Moore (R), Shannon Erickson (R), Jeff Bradley (R), Robby Robbins (R), Paula Calhoon (R), Mark Smith (R), Heather Crawford (R)
• Versions: 10 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Scrivener's error corrected
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GA bill #HB288 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Appeal and error; declaratory judgments in instances involving accusations made by a prosecuting attorney regarding credibility of a peace officer; provide
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to Georgia law regarding peace officers, particularly focusing on sheriff qualifications, Giglio lists, and related procedural requirements. A Giglio list is a record maintained by prosecutors of officers whose credibility may be questioned, named after a legal precedent requiring disclosure of information that could impeach a witness's credibility. The bill requires candidates for sheriff to be certified peace officers not under revocation, with provisions allowing first responders, military veterans, and former law enforcement officers to obtain certification within six months of taking office. It establishes a detailed process for prosecuting attorneys to place an officer on a Giglio list, including mandatory written notice to the officer's employer and the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council, and provides a 30-day window for the officer to request reconsideration. The legislation also prohibits law enforcement agencies from taking adverse employment actions solely based on Giglio list placement and exempts Giglio list records from public disclosure. Additionally, the bill requires the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council to review the factual basis for an officer's inclusion on a Giglio list and mandates that prosecuting attorneys develop specific policies for list management. These provisions aim to create a transparent and fair process for addressing potential credibility issues among peace officers while protecting their professional rights.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Title 15 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to courts, so as to require a person qualifying as a candidate for sheriff be a peace officer not under revocation by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council; to provide for penalties; to provide for submission of a form completed by the executive director of such council; to provide for an exception; to provide for attestation that any person qualifying for the office of sheriff who is not a certified peace officer but holds or has held certain other positions is capable of and will obtain such certification after obtaining such office; to require notice by prosecuting attorneys that intend to question the credibility of a peace officer and place the name of such officer on a Giglio list; to authorize requests for reconsideration of such action; to provide for the development of policies and procedures by the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia; to provide for immunity; to provide for definitions; to amend Chapter 8 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to employment and training of peace officers, so as to provide for review by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council of placement of the name of a peace officer on a Giglio list; to provide for notice; to provide standards for determination of credibility of such placement; to restrict the use of information relating to a Giglio list for employment purposes in certain instances; to provide for definitions; to amend Code Section 50-18-72 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to when public disclosure not required, so as to exempt records relative to Giglio lists from public disclosure; to provide for conforming HB 288/AP changes; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Houston Gaines (R)*, Matt Reeves (R)*, Clint Crowe (R)*, Eddie Lumsden (R)*, Rob Clifton (R)*, Stan Gunter (R)*, Brian Strickland (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 04/01/2025
• Last Action: Act 115
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PA bill #HB1062 • Last Action 05/12/2025
In neighborhood blight reclamation and revitalization, providing for State blight data collection system; and establishing the Property Maintenance Code Serious Violations Registry and the Property Maintenance Code Serious Violations Registry Account.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a State Blight Data Collection System in Pennsylvania, creating a Property Maintenance Code Serious Violations Registry to track and manage properties with persistent code violations. The registry will allow municipalities to file reports on properties with serious, unresolved maintenance code violations that have remained unaddressed for at least one year. The registry will be electronically accessible to the public and municipalities, searchable by property owner or address, and will include details such as the owner's name, citation copies, property address, and number of municipal claims. Municipalities, Commonwealth agencies, and the Attorney General can request information from the registry for permit, licensing, or certification decisions. Property owners can request a hearing to challenge their listing and can have their property's status changed to "cured" by obtaining a compliance certificate. The bill imposes a $1,000 penalty for each serious violation lasting over a year, which will be collected by municipalities and deposited into a dedicated State Treasury account. The Department of Community and Economic Development will manage the registry, and the Auditor General will conduct periodic audits. Additionally, the Attorney General can assist municipalities in pursuing compliance for out-of-state property owners with serious code violations. The bill will take effect 120 days after enactment.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in neighborhood blight reclamation and revitalization, providing for State blight data collection system; and establishing the Property Maintenance Code Serious Violations Registry and the Property Maintenance Code Serious Violations Registry Account.
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• Introduced: 03/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 24 : Brandon Markosek (D)*, Carol Hill-Evans (D), Ben Waxman (D), José Giral (D), Andrew Kuzma (R), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Danilo Burgos (D), Carol Kazeem (D), Maureen Madden (D), Steve Malagari (D), Kyle Donahue (D), Emily Kinkead (D), Joe Ciresi (D), Dan Deasy (D), Sean Dougherty (D), Mandy Steele (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), John Inglis (D), Joe Webster (D), Keith Harris (D), Tina Davis (D), Tarik Khan (D), Jacklyn Rusnock (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Third consideration and final passage (125-78)
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PA bill #SB40 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Providing for individuals to voluntarily register for the Pennsylvania Do-Not-Sell List maintained by the Pennsylvania State Police, for firearms not to be in the possession of a registrant and for advertising by the Department of Health; and imposing penalties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Pennsylvania Do-Not-Sell Firearm Registry, a voluntary program that allows individuals to register themselves to prevent firearm sales to themselves. The Pennsylvania State Police will create a secure online and paper-based registry where individuals can submit personal information (name, date of birth, address, and phone number) and be added to a list that prohibits licensed firearm dealers from selling firearms to registered individuals. Registrants can be added through various methods, including online submission, in-person registration, mail, or text message, and must provide a government-issued photo ID. The registry will include email notification options and will record registrant information in state and federal databases. Hospitals, suicide hotlines, driver's license centers, and state medical boards will be encouraged to inform people about the registry. The Department of Health will develop a public awareness campaign about the list. Firearm dealers who sell to a registered individual can face fines up to $10,000 and potential imprisonment. The registry includes strong confidentiality protections, making the list inadmissible in legal proceedings and not subject to public disclosure. Registrants can request removal from the list, which will be processed within 21 days, and can also seek immediate removal through Commonwealth Court by proving they do not pose a risk to themselves or others. The bill also includes penalties for unauthorized inquiries about registry status, discrimination against registrants, unauthorized disclosure of personal information, and providing false registration information.
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Bill Summary: Providing for individuals to voluntarily register for the Pennsylvania Do-Not-Sell List maintained by the Pennsylvania State Police, for firearms not to be in the possession of a registrant and for advertising by the Department of Health; and imposing penalties.
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• Introduced: 05/12/2025
• Added: 05/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : John Kane (D)*, Steve Santarsiero (D), Tim Kearney (D), Art Haywood (D), Carolyn Comitta (D), Tina Tartaglione (D), Jay Costa (D), Lindsey Williams (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred to JUDICIARY
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PA bill #HB41 • Last Action 05/12/2025
In interscholastic athletics accountability, providing for playoffs and championships.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public School Code to establish a detailed process for the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) to potentially create separate playoffs and championships for boundary schools (traditional public schools) and nonboundary schools (charter, parochial, and private schools). The bill requires the PIAA's Executive Board and the Pennsylvania Athletic Oversight Committee to conduct public meetings in each district to gather testimony and comments about potentially separating athletic playoffs and championships. After these meetings, the board must hold an open public meeting to deliberate and decide whether to implement separate playoffs for all sports, certain sports, or maintain the current system. The board must discuss the potential fiscal impacts, consider public testimony, allow for public comments, and then deliberate in executive session before making a final decision. Within five days of the decision, the PIAA must provide a written explanation to the oversight committee. The bill defines key terms like "boundary school," "nonboundary school," and establishes specific procedural requirements for transparency, including compliance with open meetings laws. The legislation will take effect 30 days after passage, providing a structured approach to potentially addressing competitive disparities between different types of schools in interscholastic athletics.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in interscholastic athletics accountability, providing for playoffs and championships.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Scott Conklin (D)*, Ben Sanchez (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Ryan Warner (R), Pat Harkins (D), Roni Green (D), Kyle Mullins (D), Dane Watro (R), Brad Roae (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/10/2025
• Last Action: Laid on the table
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OK bill #SB875 • Last Action 05/12/2025
State Medicaid program; making contracted entities ineligible for capitated contracts for failure to meet certain minimum expense requirement. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oklahoma's Medicaid program by establishing new requirements and penalties for contracted healthcare entities, specifically focusing on primary care service spending. Under the new provisions, Medicaid contracted entities will be required to spend at least 11% of their total healthcare expenses on primary care services by the end of the fourth year of their initial contracting period. If a contracted entity fails to meet this requirement, they will face consequences such as paying liquidated damages to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, with those proceeds specifically earmarked for primary care services. Furthermore, if an entity fails to allocate at least 8% of healthcare expenses to primary care, they will be ineligible for a capitated contract in the subsequent procurement cycle. The bill also expands the duties of the Medicaid Delivery System Quality Advisory Committee to include developing recommendations for how liquidated damages should be used. The changes aim to incentivize and ensure meaningful investment in primary care services within Oklahoma's Medicaid program, with the new requirements set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 875 By: Rosino of the Senate and Stinson, Deck, and Menz of the House An Act relating to the state Medicaid program; amending Section 4, Chapter 395, O.S.L. 2022, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 448, O.S.L. 2024 (56 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 4002.3b), which relates to capitated contracts; establishing certain penalties; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Section 4002.12, as last amended by Section 7, Chapter 448, O.S.L. 2024 (56 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 4002.12), which relates to minimum rates of reimbursement; defining terms; establishing certain penalties; specifying allowed use of certain proceeds; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Section 4002.13, as amended by Section 18, Chapter 395, O.S.L. 2022 (56 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 4002.13), which relates to the Medicaid Delivery System Quality Advisory Committee; modifying powers and duties of the Committee; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Medicaid
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 03/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Paul Rosino (R)*, Preston Stinson (R)*, Jared Deck (D), Annie Menz (D)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Vetoed 05/09/2025
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RI bill #S1037 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Amends the Identity Theft Protection Act by eliminating current definitions and establishing new definitions. This act also raises the penalty provisions for violations.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Identity Theft Protection Act of 2015 by making several significant changes to how personally identifiable information is managed and protected. The bill eliminates existing definitions for "classified data" and "personal information" and introduces a new, broader definition of "personally identifiable information" that encompasses direct and indirect identifiers, biometric data, and internet data. It requires municipal and state agencies, as well as other entities, to implement and maintain a risk-based information security program that meets current industry-recognized cybersecurity best practices, with specific emphasis on controlling data access, implementing secure data destruction methods, and establishing reasonable security procedures. The bill significantly increases penalties for violations, raising fines from $100 to $1,000 for reckless violations and from $200 to $2,000 for knowing and willful violations. Additionally, it introduces new notification requirements, including mandating that municipal and state agencies provide an annual update to the general assembly and the division of enterprise technology strategy and services (ETSS) about their information security practices, and requiring agencies to notify state police within 24 hours of detecting a cybersecurity incident. The bill aims to strengthen data protection, improve transparency, and create more robust mechanisms for responding to potential security breaches.
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Bill Summary: This act would amend the Identity Theft Protection Act of 2015. The act would eliminate the definitions for "classified data" and "personal information" and establish a definition for "personally identifiable information". This act would also add division of enterprise technology strategy and services (ETSS) or successor state agency, or successor to the chief digital officer to notification requirement provisions of the chapter. This act would raise the penalty provisions for violations. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 05/09/2025
• Added: 05/09/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Victoria Gu (D)*, Sam Zurier (D), John Burke (D), Frank Ciccone (D), Lori Urso (D), Lou DiPalma (D), Lammis Vargas (D), Thomas Paolino (R), David Tikoian (D), Val Lawson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/09/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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IL bill #SB0120 • Last Action 05/12/2025
AGING-CCP-DIRECT SRVCE WORKER
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Act on the Aging to improve compensation and working conditions for direct service workers in the Community Care Program. Specifically, the bill mandates a phased increase in the minimum wage for direct service workers, reaching $20 per hour by January 1, 2026. To receive the higher reimbursement rate of $32.75, in-home service providers must certify compliance with the wage increase and submit detailed cost reports. Starting January 1, 2028, providers will be required to spend at least 80% of their total payments for homecare aide services on direct service worker compensation, which includes wages, benefits, and payroll taxes. The bill defines compensation broadly and provides exceptions for certain costs like training and protective equipment. The Department of Aging is authorized to sanction providers who fail to meet these requirements, potentially by closing intake or terminating contracts. This legislation aims to sustain and improve the quality of home care services for seniors by ensuring fair compensation and financial transparency for direct service workers, ultimately supporting the Community Care Program's goal of preventing unnecessary institutionalization and helping older adults remain in their homes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Act on the Aging. In provisions concerning the Community Care Program, provides that, subject to federal approval, on and after January 1, 2026, rates for in-home services shall be increased to $32.75 to sustain a minimum wage of $20 per hour for direct service workers. As a condition of their eligibility for the $32.75 in-home services rate, requires in-home services providers to (i) certify to the Department on Aging that they remain in compliance with the mandated wage increase for direct service workers and (ii) submit cost reports. Provides that fringe benefits shall not be reduced in relation to the rate increases. Provides that beginning January 1, 2028, the Department shall ensure that each in-home service provider spends a minimum of 80% of total payments the provider receives for homecare aide services it furnishes under the Community Care Program on total compensation for direct service workers who furnish those services. Requires the Department to adopt rules on financial reporting and minimum direct service worker costs. Authorizes the Department to sanction a provider that fails to meet the requirements of the amendatory Act. Defines terms.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 24 : Celina Villanueva (D)*, Ram Villivalam (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Willie Preston (D), Julie Morrison (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Dave Koehler (D), Robert Peters (D), Rob Martwick (D), Karina Villa (D), Christopher Belt (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Mike Halpin (D), Laura Murphy (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Chris Balkema (R), Lakesia Collins (D), Kimberly Lightford (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Cristina Castro (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Paul Faraci (D), Steve Stadelman (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Sara Feigenholtz
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CO bill #HB1333 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Legislative Human Resources Division
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill renames the "Office of Legislative Workplace Relations" to the "Legislative Human Resources Division" within the Office of Legislative Legal Services, expanding its scope to provide comprehensive human resource services to the General Assembly, its members, employees, legislative staff agencies, and potentially third parties. The division will continue to handle critical functions like investigating workplace harassment and discrimination complaints, maintaining confidential records of such investigations, and publishing annual statistical reports that protect individual identities. The bill introduces more transparency by mandating that executive summaries of workplace harassment investigations involving General Assembly members can be made public under certain conditions, particularly if the investigation finds a member culpable of sexual harassment. The division will be provided confidential office space to ensure convenient and private access for individuals seeking human resource services. Additionally, the bill updates related sections of Colorado's Open Records Act to reflect the new division's name and maintain appropriate privacy protections for sensitive workplace-related documents. The legislation will take effect after the standard 90-day period following the General Assembly's final adjournment, with a potential referendum process allowing voters to approve the act in November 2026 if challenged.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING THE CREATION OF THE LEGISLATIVE HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION TO PROVIDE HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES TO THE LEGISLATIVE BRANCH.
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• Introduced: 04/21/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 33 : Monica Duran (D)*, Julie McCluskie (D)*, James Coleman (D)*, Robert Rodriguez (D)*, Jennifer Bacon (D), Shannon Bird (D), Andrew Boesenecker (D), Kyle Brown (D), Chad Clifford (D), Meg Froelich (D), Jamie Jackson (D), Junie Joseph (D), Mandy Lindsay (D), William Lindstedt (D), Karen McCormick (D), Amy Paschal (D), Naquetta Ricks (D), Manny Rutinel (D), Emily Sirota (D), Katie Stewart (D), Brianna Titone (D), Jenny Willford (D), Lisa Cutter (D), Jessie Danielson (D), Tony Exum (D), Iman Jodeh (D), Cathy Kipp (D), Janice Marchman (D), Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D), Dylan Roberts (D), Tom Sullivan (D), Katie Wallace (D), Faith Winter (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Sent to the Governor
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PA bill #SB503 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Establishing the Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Program; imposing powers and duties on the Environmental Quality Board, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and the Department of Environmental Protection; and establishing the Consumer Protection Account, the Pennsylvania Energy Transformation Account, the Workforce Enhancement Fund, the Workforce Enhancement Fund Board and the Low-income Support Account.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Program (PACER), a cap-and-invest carbon regulation specifically targeting the power sector's greenhouse gas emissions. The program will conduct Pennsylvania-run CO2 allowance auctions with strict participation rules, limiting involvement to electricity generators, brokers, financial institutions, and specific market participants. The auction proceeds will be strategically distributed across four key accounts: 70% to the Consumer Protection Account (providing electric bill credits), 10% to the Pennsylvania Energy Transformation Account (funding pollution reduction and clean energy projects), 10% to the Workforce Enhancement Fund (supporting energy-related job and infrastructure initiatives), and the remaining percentage to the Low-Income Support Account (supplementing energy assistance grants). The bill emphasizes environmental justice by requiring at least 40% of transformation and workforce funds be allocated to projects in disadvantaged areas. A newly created Workforce Enhancement Fund Board, comprising government officials and appointees, will oversee grant distributions and develop strategic plans. Critically, the legislation prohibits Pennsylvania from participating in other carbon auctions after establishing PACER, ensuring a state-specific approach to emissions reduction. The bill's purpose is to position Pennsylvania as an energy leader while protecting jobs, addressing climate change, and ensuring affordable, reliable power for consumers.
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Bill Summary: Establishing the Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Program; imposing powers and duties on the Environmental Quality Board, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and the Department of Environmental Protection; and establishing the Consumer Protection Account, the Pennsylvania Energy Transformation Account, the Workforce Enhancement Fund, the Workforce Enhancement Fund Board and the Low-income Support Account.
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• Introduced: 05/12/2025
• Added: 05/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Carolyn Comitta (D)*, Steve Santarsiero (D), Sharif Street (D), Maria Collett (D), Wayne Fontana (D), Jay Costa (D), Judy Schwank (D), Nikil Saval (D), Amanda Cappelletti (D), Vincent Hughes (D), Art Haywood (D), Patty Kim (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY
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MA bill #S29 • Last Action 05/12/2025
To establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, creating comprehensive privacy protections for Massachusetts residents' personal data. The legislation introduces two new chapters to the General Laws: Chapter 93M (Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act) and Chapter 93N (Privacy Protections for Location Information Derived from Electronic Devices). The bill defines key terms like "covered data" and "sensitive covered data" and establishes robust rights for individuals, including the ability to access, correct, delete, and export their personal information. Covered entities (businesses collecting data) must obtain clear consent before collecting or processing data, provide transparent privacy policies, and are prohibited from using deceptive practices or "dark patterns" to manipulate user choices. The bill restricts the collection and transfer of sensitive data, bans targeted advertising to minors, and requires data brokers to register with the state. Enforcement mechanisms include both private right of action and potential action by the Attorney General, with potential penalties of up to 4% of a company's annual global revenue or $20 million per action. The legislation aims to give individuals more control over their personal information, protect their privacy, and hold companies accountable for responsible data handling practices. The bill will take effect one year after its enactment, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 6 : Cynthia Creem (D)*, Becca Rausch (D), Jo Comerford (D), Jamie Eldridge (D), Julian Cyr (D), Pat Jehlen (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Accompanied a new draft, see S2516
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OK bill #SB987 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Oklahoma Department of Commerce; creating the Oklahoma Department of Commerce Board; providing for qualifications for Board members. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Department of Commerce Board, a nine-member advisory oversight board that will fundamentally change how the Oklahoma Department of Commerce is managed. The board will consist of members appointed by the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Governor, with the Secretary of Commerce serving as chair. Board members must have at least five years of private sector experience and expertise in areas like economic development, finance, technology, or specific industries. Members will serve staggered three-year terms, with the initial appointments having shorter terms. The board will have significant responsibilities, including approving the department's strategic plan and budget, advising on the appointment of the Chief Executive Officer, and reviewing economic projects. The bill shifts the appointment of the Chief Executive Officer from the Governor to this new board and requires the board to follow open meeting and records laws. Board members will not receive a salary but can receive travel reimbursements and are allowed to serve on other state boards. The board can also create working groups, solicit funds from various sources, and must provide an annual report to the Governor and Legislature. The changes will take effect on January 1, 2026, marking a significant restructuring of Oklahoma's economic development governance.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 987 By: Thompson of the Senate and Osburn and Blancett of the House An Act relating to the Oklahoma Department of Commerce; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 5003.4, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 377, O.S.L. 2024 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 5003.4), which relates to definitions; defining terms; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 5003.5, as last amended by Section 4, Chapter 377, O.S.L. 2024 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 5003.5), which relates to the Chief Executive Officer of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce; modifying appointment procedures; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 5003.7, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 377, O.S.L. 2024 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 5003.7), which relates to the five-year economic development plan; designating who approves strategic plan; updating statutory reference; creating the Oklahoma Department of Commerce Board; providing for membership; stating quorum; providing for qualifications for Board members; stating appointment terms; establishing Board procedures for election of chair and vice chair and presiding of meetings; allowing for certain reimbursement; permitting members to serve on other boards and commissions; subjecting Board to the provisions of the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and Oklahoma Open Records Act; providing for use of executive sessions by Board; stating other duties of the Board; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Oklahoma Department of Commerce
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Kristen Thompson (R)*, Mike Osburn (R)*, Meloyde Blancett (D)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/09/2025
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OK bill #SB929 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Practice of osteopathic medicine; amending various provisions of the Oklahoma Osteopathic Medicine Act. Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Osteopathic Medicine Act to update various provisions related to the practice of osteopathic medicine, licensing, and regulation. Key changes include expanding and clarifying definitions of osteopathic medicine and osteopathic physicians, modifying the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners' composition and mission, and establishing new reporting requirements and disciplinary procedures. The bill creates new license types such as an osteopathic faculty license, adds more detailed requirements for license renewal, and mandates professional malpractice liability insurance for most practicing osteopathic physicians. The bill also broadens the Board's powers to investigate and take disciplinary action against physicians, including new grounds for potential license suspension or revocation, such as breaching the American Osteopathic Association Code of Ethics. Additionally, the legislation requires physicians to report various professional actions and investigations, creates a system for license reinstatement after disciplinary action, and grants the Board quasi-judicial powers to enforce disciplinary actions. The bill aims to enhance public safety, maintain professional standards, and provide more comprehensive oversight of osteopathic medical practice in Oklahoma.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 929 By: Haste of the Senate and Newton of the House An Act relating to the practice of osteopathic medicine; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 621, which relates to definitions; adding and modifying definitions; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 622, which relates to osteopathic physician license; modifying certain license requirements and procedures; prohibiting certain representation as board-certified specialist; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 624, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 190, O.S.L. 2024 (59 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 624), which relates to the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners; modifying membership of the Board; specifying mission of the Board; deleting certain Board requirement; providing for quorum; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 625, which relates to oath of members; removing certain oath and membership requirements; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 626, which relates to organization of the Board; modifying title and duties of certain position; modifying provisions relating to hiring and compensation; providing for Board subpoena; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 627, which relates to record of proceedings; modifying and removing requirements related to publicly available records; requiring certain notice by physician; establishing powers and duties of the Board; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 632, which relates to examination; modifying and removing certain examination requirements; authorizing criminal history record checks for certain purpose; providing record check procedures; limiting applicability of certain provisions and disclosure of certain information; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 633, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 262, O.S.L. 2022 (59 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 633), which relates to licensure; modifying, adding, and removing special license types; providing for certain restrictions; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 634, which relates to reciprocal license; removing certain exception; making language gender neutral; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 635.1, which relates to special volunteer medical license; removing certain exception; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 635.3, which relates to resident training license; expanding term of license; creating osteopathic faculty license; stating minimum requirements; limiting effect and term of license; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 637, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 150, O.S.L. 2023 (59 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 637), which relates to disciplinary action; broadening certain powers of the Board; adding grounds for disciplinary action; stipulating certain requirements and procedures for assessment of penalties; specifying certain burdens of proof; limiting availability of license reinstatement; modifying certain rulemaking authority; providing for reconsideration of certain orders; authorizing certain appeals; granting quasi- judicial powers to the Board; authorizing certain penalties; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 641, which relates to license renewal; conforming language; authorizing certain rules; providing for late renewal; requiring certain attestation; providing for establishment of certain system and investigations; requiring certain malpractice liability insurance; providing exceptions; authorizing promulgation of certain rules; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 642, which relates to penalties; modifying conditions for license reinstatement; providing for certain appeals; imposing certain reporting duties on licensees and the Board; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 643, which relates to use of funds; broadening allowed uses; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 644, which relates to the State Board of Osteopathic Examiner’s Revolving Fund; conforming language; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 645, which relates to rules; authorizing and requiring promulgation of certain rules; updating ENR. S. B. NO. 929 statutory language and references; repealing 59 O.S. 2021, Section 631, which relates to definition; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: Osteopathic medicine
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Haste (R)*, Carl Newton (R)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/12/2025
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MA bill #S49 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Relative to cybersecurity and artificial intelligence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) regulations for Massachusetts, focusing on several key areas. It creates a Cybersecurity Control Board to develop and enforce statewide cybersecurity standards for government and private entities, requiring annual cybersecurity training for all public employees within 30 days of hiring. The bill defines key terms like "cybersecurity incident" and "critical infrastructure" and establishes a Massachusetts Cyber Incident Response Team to manage and respond to cybersecurity threats. Additionally, the legislation creates a Massachusetts Innovation Fund to help state agencies modernize their information technology systems and introduces an Automated Decision Making Control Board to study and regulate the use of AI systems, with a focus on preventing bias and protecting individual rights. The bill also includes provisions on data protection, such as expanding the definition of personal information and requiring notification procedures for security breaches. Other notable elements include prohibiting weaponized robotic devices and establishing a Cybersecurity Regional Alliances and Multistakeholder Partnerships Pilot Program to address cybersecurity workforce gaps. The bill is designed to be an emergency measure to improve the state's cybersecurity preparedness and protect critical infrastructure and personal data.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to implement annual statewide public employee cybersecurity training. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Moore (D)*, Jamie Eldridge (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
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ME bill #LD1824 • Last Action 05/12/2025
An Act to Prohibit the Public Release of Information Regarding a Railroad Fatality
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Maine's public records law to prohibit the public release of certain law enforcement reports and communications related to fatal railroad accidents during the course of an investigation. Specifically, the bill creates a new confidentiality provision that prevents the disclosure of law enforcement reports about a railroad fatality and any communications between law enforcement and railroad company employees involved in the accident. However, the bill does provide limited exceptions to this confidentiality rule, allowing access to these reports and records by: (1) the railroad company responsible for the accident, (2) a railroad company whose employee is mentioned in the documents, and (3) individuals authorized by a judicial order who need the information to perform their duties. The bill also defines key terms such as "railroad," "railroad company," and "railroad line" by referencing existing state law definitions. This legislation aims to protect the sensitivity of ongoing investigations into fatal railroad accidents while still allowing necessary access to relevant parties.
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Bill Summary: This bill excludes from the definition of "public record" reports of a law enforcement agency regarding an accident resulting in a fatality involving a railroad or railroad line and all records of communication between the law enforcement agency and a railroad company employee involved in that accident. The exclusion applies only during the course of an investigation of such an accident. The bill provides certain exceptions to the confidentiality of the reports and records.
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• Introduced: 04/28/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 4 : Joe Rafferty (D)*, Joe Baldacci (D), Sheila Lyman (R), Jeff Timberlake (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 5/12/2025 State House, Room 438)
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RI bill #S0373 • Last Action 05/12/2025
JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING A SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY BLOCKCHAIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCY (Creates a 5 member commission to recommend legislative proposals for blockchain and cryptocurrency, and submit an interim progress report by January 5, 2026, and a final report by January 5, 2027, and would expire on February 5, 2027.)
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: Joint Resolution Creating A Special Legislative Commission To Study Blockchain And Cryptocurrency (creates A 5 Member Commission To Recommend Legislative Proposals For Blockchain And Cryptocurrency, And Submit An Interim Progress Report By January 5, 2026, And A Final Report By January 5, 2027, And Would Expire On February 5, 2027.)
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Lou DiPalma (D)*, Sam Bell (D), John Burke (D), Victoria Gu (D), Melissa Murray (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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TX bill #HB1347 • Last Action 05/12/2025
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of exploitation of a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Penal Code's definition and prosecution of exploitation of children, elderly individuals, or disabled individuals by expanding the legal understanding of key terms. The bill adds detailed definitions for "coercion," which now includes actions like destroying personal documents, providing controlled substances to impair judgment, physically restraining someone, threatening exposure of criminal or immigration information, and using financial control; "deception," which encompasses creating false impressions or making promises without intent to perform; and "isolation," which means preventing contact with friends, family, or support agencies. The bill also broadens the definition of "exploitation" to include methods like undue influence, harassment, duress, and false representation, removing the previous language that limited exploitation to actions for monetary or personal gain. Furthermore, the amended law now specifies that an offense occurs when someone knowingly appropriates resources through exploitation, deception, coercion, or isolation for personal or monetary benefit. The changes will apply only to offenses committed on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, with previous offenses still governed by the law in effect at the time of the offense.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the prosecution of the offense of exploitation of a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual.
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• Introduced: 11/15/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Turner (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/09/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar
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TX bill #SB986 • Last Action 05/10/2025
Relating to procedures under the public information law, including expedited responses and charges for bad faith requests.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies procedures under the Texas Public Information Law (also known as the Open Records Act) by introducing a new Subchapter K that establishes an expedited response procedure for public information requests. The bill creates a voluntary program where governmental bodies can respond to information requests more quickly and with less bureaucratic overhead, provided their public information officers complete specialized training. Key provisions include allowing governmental bodies to withhold information they determine in good faith is exempt from disclosure without first seeking an attorney general's decision, requiring detailed response mechanisms that explain any withheld information, and establishing a 30-day appeal process for requestors. The bill also introduces penalties for "bad faith" requests, such as a $1,000 charge for governmental bodies making unnecessary attorney general decisions and potential disqualification of public information officers who repeatedly abuse the process. Additionally, the bill adds protections for governmental bodies and officers who release information in good faith, and requires the attorney general to track and report on the implementation of these new procedures. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will only apply to information requests received on or after that date.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to procedures under the public information law, including expedited responses and charges for bad faith requests.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Paul Bettencourt (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Delivery of Government Efficiency
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IL bill #SB2173 • Last Action 05/09/2025
FOIA-EMPLOYEE LIABILITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to expand liability protection for public bodies and their employees when disclosing records. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 9.5 of the existing law to clarify that not only public bodies, but also individual officers and employees of public bodies, will be immune from legal liabilities when they disclose records in accordance with an opinion issued by the Attorney General. This means that if a public body or its employees release documents based on guidance from the Attorney General through the Public Access Counselor's review process, they cannot be sued or penalized for that disclosure. The bill provides additional legal protection for government officials who are working to comply with transparency requirements, ensuring they can fulfill FOIA requests without fear of personal or institutional legal consequences when they follow official guidance. The change aims to encourage more open and confident handling of public records requests by removing potential personal liability for government workers.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that a public body and any officer or employee of a public body (rather than only a public body) that discloses records in accordance with an opinion of the Attorney General is immune from all liabilities by reason thereof and shall not be liable for penalties under the Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2319 • Last Action 05/09/2025
VIRTUAL CURRENCY CONSUM PROT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Virtual Currency Kiosk Consumer Protection Act, which aims to regulate virtual currency kiosks in the state by implementing comprehensive consumer protection measures. The legislation requires virtual currency kiosk operators to obtain a money transmitter license and mandates several key protections, including providing clear disclosures about the risks of virtual currency (such as price volatility, lack of government backing, and potential for fraud), displaying warning notices to customers before transactions, and issuing detailed receipts after each transaction. Operators must also implement robust anti-fraud and compliance policies, designate full-time compliance and consumer protection officers, and use blockchain analytics software to prevent transactions to known fraudulent digital wallets. The bill requires operators to provide live customer service during specified hours, report kiosk locations to the state within 45 days of each calendar quarter, and maintain written policies for enhanced due diligence that identify individuals at risk of fraud. The legislation emphasizes consumer protection while supporting innovative financial technologies, and ensures that if any provisions conflict with federal laws like the Bank Secrecy Act or PATRIOT Act, the federal regulations will take precedence.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Virtual Currency Kiosk Consumer Protection Act. Provides that specified information reported to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation by virtual currency kiosk shall be confidential, except as otherwise provided in the Act. Establishes warning and general terms and conditions disclosure requirements for a virtual currency kiosk operator opening an account for a new customer and prior to entering into an initial transaction for, on behalf of, or with the customer. Requires a receipt to be provided to each customer following a transaction. Requires all virtual currency kiosk operators to have live customer service, as specified; create anti-fraud, enhanced due diligence, and federal and State law compliance policies; designate a compliance officer and a consumer protection officer; and use blockchain analytics software to assist in the prevention of sending purchased virtual currency from a virtual currency kiosk operator to a digital wallet known to be affiliated with fraudulent activity at the time of a transaction; and report the location of each virtual currency kiosk located within this State within 45 days after the end of the calendar quarter. Requires a virtual currency kiosk operator to receive a money transmitter license. Sets forth supervision duties for the Department and the Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Laura Ellman (D)*, Mark Walker (D), Karina Villa (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Third Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2172 • Last Action 05/09/2025
FOIA-PUBLIC INFORMATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), a law that ensures public access to government information, by changing how public bodies share information about themselves. Specifically, the bill requires each public body to post a brief description of its organization on its website, instead of displaying this information at its administrative or regional offices. The description must include details such as the body's purpose, organizational structure, total operating budget, number and location of offices, employee count, and information about any advisory boards or committees that influence its operations. If a public body does not have a website, it must still display this information at its administrative or regional offices. This change aims to make government information more accessible to the public by leveraging online platforms, which can reach a broader audience more quickly and efficiently than traditional physical postings.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides the each public body shall post a brief description of itself and other specified information on its website (rather than at each of its administrative or regional offices). Provides that, if a public body does not maintain a website, it shall also post that information at each of its administrative or regional offices.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*, Seth Lewis (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #HB2963 • Last Action 05/09/2025
METRO & REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Illinois Road Usage Charge Act, which creates a pilot program to explore alternative funding methods for transportation infrastructure. The program will assess a user fee on vehicle owners based on miles traveled on public roadways, with the goal of potentially replacing the current motor fuel tax system. The Road Usage Charge Advisory Committee will guide the development of the pilot program, which must include at least 1,000 motor vehicles and analyze various data collection methods, privacy protections, and technological approaches. The bill also makes significant changes to the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act, including modifications to the governance structures of the Chicago Transit Board, Suburban Bus Board, and Commuter Rail Board. Key changes include: 1. Expanding the Chicago Transit Board from 7 to 8 members beginning February 1, 2026 2. Adjusting board membership to include representatives of organized labor, senior advocacy, and disability rights 3. Modifying voting requirements for various board actions 4. Establishing new requirements for fare collection systems, including creating a universal fare instrument 5. Implementing an income-based reduced fare program and fare-capping 6. Creating a Transit Ambassador Program to provide rider assistance and improve transit experience 7. Establishing new reporting and accountability measures for the Authority and Service Boards The bill requires the development of a comprehensive metropolitan region transit plan by July 1, 2027, which will evaluate existing governance, funding, and coordination processes. The changes are designed to improve public transportation services, increase transparency, and enhance rider experience across the metropolitan region. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Road Usage Charge Act. Establishes the Road Usage Charge Advisory Committee to guide the development and evaluation of the road usage charge pilot program and to assess the potential for mileage-based revenue as an alternative to the current system of taxing highway use through motor fuel taxes. Sets forth the membership and duties of the committee. Requires the Department of Transportation, in consultation with the Secretary of State and based on the recommendations of the Committee, to implement a statewide pilot program by January 1, 2026 to assess a user fee on owners of motor vehicles that is based on the number of miles traveled on public roadways in this State by those vehicles. Amends the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act. Provides that, on and after February 1, 2026, the Chicago Transit Board shall have 8 members (currently 7 members). Makes changes to the number of affirmative votes by Directors required to issue bonds. Amends the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Provides that the Annual Budget and 2-Year Financial Plan must show that the aggregate of all projected fare revenues from fares and charges for mass transportation provided by, or under grant or purchase of service contracts of, the Service Boards received in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 shall equal at least 25%, and in fiscal years 2028 and 2029 and every year thereafter at least 15%, of the aggregate cost of providing such public transportation in those fiscal years. Provides that, beginning July 1, 2026, the Regional Transportation Authority shall be the sole agency responsible for the management and oversight of the fare collection systems used on all public transportation provided by the Service Boards. Makes changes to the membership of the Suburban Bus Board and the Commuter Rail Board. Makes changes to the number of affirmative votes required by the Directors of the Authority to approve decisions regarding the strategic plan, coordination of fares and service, appointment of officers and employees, paratransit services, powers of the Commuter Rail Board, labor, budget, taxes, distribution of revenues, issuing and pledging bonds and notes, budget review powers, the annual capital improvement plan, and rate protection contracts. Makes other changes. Effective January 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Marcus Evans (D)*, Marty Moylan (D), Hoan Huynh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Hoan Huynh
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NY bill #A03009 • Last Action 05/09/2025
Enacts into law major components of legislation which are necessary to implement the state fiscal plan for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year; relates to establishing an inflation refund credit (Part A); provides for a middle-class tax cut; extends the temporary personal income tax high income surcharge (Part B); enhances the empire state child credit for three years (Part C); relates to the eligibility for the New York state low income housing tax credit program; increases the aggregate amount of
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: implements major components of New York's state fiscal plan for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, covering a wide range of tax, economic development, and administrative provisions. The bill includes several key provisions, such as creating an inflation reduction credit for taxpayers with lower and middle incomes, which provides credits ranging from $150 to $400 depending on filing status and income level. It extends and modifies the temporary personal income tax high-income surcharge and enhances the Empire State Child Credit, offering more substantial tax credits for families with children under certain age groups. The bill also makes changes to various tax credits and programs, including modifications to the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program, extensions of film production and digital gaming media production credits, and creating new programs like a Semiconductor Research and Development Project Program. Additionally, the bill includes provisions related to real property purchases, restricting certain institutional investors from buying single-family and two-family residential properties, and implementing new reporting requirements for federal partnership audit adjustments. The legislation touches on numerous areas of taxation, economic development, and state fiscal policy, with many provisions designed to provide targeted tax relief and support various industries and workforce development initiatives.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the tax law, in relation to the inflation refund credit (Part A); to amend the tax law, in relation to providing for a middle-class tax cut and extending the temporary personal income tax high income surcharge (Part B); to amend the tax law, in relation to enhancing the empire state child credit for three years (Part C); to amend the public housing law, in relation to certain eligibility for the New York state low income housing tax credit program and increases to the aggregate amount of the allocable tax credit (Part D); to amend the tax law, in relation to credits for the rehabilitation of historic properties (Part E); to amend the real property law, in relation to the purchase of residential real property by certain purchasers (Subpart A); to amend the tax law, in relation to depreciation and interest deduction adjustments for properties owned by institutional investors in residential properties (Subpart B); and to amend the real property law, in relation to public notice of real property solicitation cease and desist zones (Subpart C) (Part F); intentionally omitted (Part G); to amend the economic development law and the tax law, in relation to the excelsior jobs program; and to repeal article 22 of the economic development law relating to the employee training incentive program (Subpart A); and to amend the economic development law, in relation to the empire state jobs retention program (Subpart B) (Part H); to amend the tax law, in relation to film production and post-production credits (Part I); to amend the economic development law and the tax law, in relation to the newspaper and broadcast media jobs program (Part J); to amend the tax law, in relation to the empire state digital gaming media production credit (Part K); to amend subpart B of part PP of chapter 59 of the laws of 2021 amending the tax law and the state finance law relating to establishing the New York city musical and theatrical production tax credit and establishing the New York state council on the arts cultural program fund, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and to amend the tax law, in relation to the New York city musical and theatrical production tax credit (Part L); to amend the tax law, in relation to clarifying the notices afforded protest rights (Part M); to amend the tax law, in relation to the filing of tax warrants and warrant-related records (Part N); to amend the real property tax law and the tax law, in relation to simplifying STAR income determinations; and to repeal certain provisions of such laws relating thereto (Part O); intentionally omitted (Part P); intentionally omitted (Part Q); to amend the tax law, in relation to increasing the estimated tax threshold under article nine-A of the tax law (Part R); to amend the tax law, in relation to establishing a tax credit for organ donation (Part S); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the estate tax three-year gift addback rule (Part T); amend the tax law, in relation to expanding the credit for employment of persons with disabilities (Part U); to amend the tax law, in relation to reporting of federal partnership adjustments (Subpart A); and to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to reporting of federal partnership adjustments (Subpart B) (Part V); to amend the tax law and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to establishing a credit against the tax on personal income of certain residents of a city having a population of one million or more inhabitants (Part W); intentionally omitted (Part X); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the clean heating fuel credit for three years (Part Y); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the alternative fuels and electric vehicle recharging property credit for three years (Part Z); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the sales tax exemption for certain sales made through vending machines (Part AA); to amend the labor law, in relation to extending the workers with disabilities tax credit (Part BB); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the hire a vet credit (Part CC); to amend part HH of chapter 59 of the laws of 2014, amending the tax law relating to a musical and theatrical production credit, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part DD); to amend part U of chapter 59 of the laws of 2017, amending the tax law, relating to the financial institution data match system for state tax collection purposes, in relation to extending the effectiveness thereof (Part EE); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to simplifying the pari-mutuel tax rate system; and to repeal section 908 of the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law relating thereto (Subpart A); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to licenses for simulcast facilities, sums relating to track simulcast, simulcast of out-of-state thoroughbred races, simulcasting of races run by out-ofstate harness tracks and distributions of wagers; to amend chapter 281 of the laws of 1994 amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law and other laws relating to simulcasting, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and to amend chapter 346 of the laws of amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law and other laws relating to simulcasting and the imposition of certain taxes, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Subpart B); and to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law and the state finance law, in relation to market origin credits and fees (Subpart C)(Part FF); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to the tax on gaming revenues in certain regions; to amend part OOO of chapter 59 of the laws of 2021 amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law relating to the tax on gaming revenues, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof (Part GG); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to the utilization of funds in the Capital off-track betting corporations' capital acquisition funds (Part HH); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to enhancing the health and safety of thoroughbred horses; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part II); to amend the tax law and chapter 60 of the laws of 2016 amending the tax law relating to creating a farm workforce retention credit, in relation to extending the provisions thereof (Part JJ); to amend the agriculture and markets law and the tax law, in relation to the farm employer overtime credit (Part KK); to amend part H of chapter 59 of the laws of 2024 amending the tax law relating to the filing of amended returns under article 28 thereof, in relation to making technical corrections thereto (Part LL); to amend the tax law, in relation to vendor fees paid to certain vendor tracks; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part MM); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to members of the franchised corporation appointed by the New York racing association (Part NN); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to mobile sports tax revenue be used for problem gambling (Part OO); to extend the duration of certain brownfield redevelopment and remediation tax credits for certain sites (Part PP); to amend the tax law, in relation to the relief from sales tax liability provided to certain limited partners and members of limited liability companies (Part QQ); to amend the tax law, in relation to simplifying the property tax credit; and to repeal certain provisions of such law relating thereto (Part RR); to amend the tax law, in relation to authorizing an occupancy tax in the city of Auburn; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part SS); to amend the tax law, in relation to authorizing the city of Buffalo to impose a hotel and motel tax; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof (Part TT); to amend the tax law, in relation to geothermal energy systems tax credits (Part UU); to amend the tax law, in relation to the metropolitan commuter transportation mobility tax; and to amend the public authorities law, in relation to amending the rates of tax and the distribution of revenue therefrom (Part VV); to amend the tax law, in relation to sales and compensating use taxes for the metropolitan commuter transportation district; to amend the state finance law, in relation to the mass transportation operating assistance fund and the dedicated mass transportation trust fund; and to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the metropolitan transportation authority dedicated tax fund (Part WW); and to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the aggregate principal amount of bonds, notes or other obligations issued by the metropolitan transit authority, the triborough bridge and tunnel authority and the New York city transit authority (Part XX)
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: signed chap.59
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IL bill #HB2857 • Last Action 05/09/2025
HIGHWAY WORK ZONE SAFETY ACT
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Highway Work Zone Safety Act, which creates a comprehensive program for enforcing speed limits in highway construction and maintenance zones using automated camera systems. The bill requires the Department of Transportation and Illinois State Police to collaborate in setting up work zone speed safety camera systems that can detect and record vehicles exceeding posted speed limits. Under the program, vehicle owners will be subject to civil law violations with fines ranging from $100 to $200 for speeding in these zones, with specific provisions for distributing fine proceeds to various state funds. The bill includes strict guidelines for handling and protecting the photographic and recorded images collected by these systems, including a requirement to destroy them within two years and restrictions on their use. For rental vehicles, the rental company can avoid liability by providing the renter's information. The legislation also amends the Freedom of Information Act and Illinois Vehicle Code to support the new program, and it repeals the previous law governing automated traffic control systems in highway construction zones. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, with some provisions becoming effective immediately, and aims to improve safety in highway work zones by deterring speeding through automated enforcement.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Highway Work Zone Safety Act. Requires the Department of Transportation, in coordination with the Illinois State Police, to establish the Highway Work Zone Speed Control Program for the purposes of enforcing the speed limits established for construction or maintenance speed zones. Requires the Illinois State Police, in conjunction with the Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority, to set up and operate automated traffic control systems in highway construction and maintenance speed zones to detect violations of posted work zone speed limits. Allows the Department of Transportation or the Illinois State Police to employ automated traffic control system operators to operate automated traffic control systems in construction or maintenance speed zones. Provides, with exceptions, that information and photographs or recorded images collected under the Program are not discoverable by court order as evidence in a proceeding. Requires information and photographs or recorded images collected under the Program to be destroyed not later than 2 years after the date the information and photographs or recorded images are collected. Provides that information and photographs or recorded images collected under the Program are the exclusive property of the State and not the property of the manufacturer or vendor of the automated traffic control system. Prohibits the use of a photograph or recorded image obtained through the use of an automated traffic control system for the purpose of enforcing a traffic offense. Provides that a person who owns a motor vehicle that is identified by an automated traffic control system as operating in a construction or maintenance speed zone at a speed in excess of the posted speed limit commits a civil law violation that is punishable by a minimum fine of $100 and a maximum fine of $200. Grants rulemaking authority to the Department of Transportation to implement and administer the Act. Makes other changes. Makes corresponding changes in the Freedom of Information Act and the Illinois Vehicle Code. Repeals the Automated Traffic Control Systems in Highway Construction or Maintenance Zones Act. Effective January 1, 2027, except provisions regarding procurement and rulemaking are effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Jaime Andrade (D)*, Laura Murphy (D)*, Wayne Rosenthal (R), Harry Benton (D), Anthony DeLuca (D), Sharon Chung (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 03/19/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #HB1352 • Last Action 05/09/2025
MULTI-COUNTY VET ASSISTANCE
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Military Veterans Assistance Act to create a new option for multi-county Veterans Assistance Commissions in judicial circuits with multiple counties that do not currently have a Veterans Assistance Commission. Specifically, in counties without an existing Veterans Assistance Commission prior to January 1, 2026, veteran service organizations within a judicial circuit's boundaries may establish a Jurisdictional Veterans Assistance Commission to serve veterans and their families across participating counties. Each participating county will be required to levy a minimum 0.02% tax, which will be deposited in the county treasury and used to employ Commission staff and provide financial assistance to veterans. The new Commission will have similar organizational structures to existing county-level commissions, including processes for selecting delegates, alternates, and a superintendent, who must be an honorably discharged veteran from the participating counties. The bill also allows existing Veterans Assistance Commissions within multi-county judicial circuits to merge or remain independent as of January 1, 2025. The goal is to expand veteran services in areas that currently lack dedicated Veterans Assistance Commissions by enabling regional cooperation and resource sharing.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Military Veterans Assistance Act. Provides that in counties that do not have a Veterans Assistance Commission prior to January 1, 2026, and in which there exists a judicial circuit whose jurisdictional boundaries include multiple counties, veteran service organizations located within any of those counties that are within the judicial circuit's jurisdictional boundaries may come together and create a Jurisdictional Veterans Assistance Commission that shall provide services to veterans and their families who reside in those participating counties. Contains provisions concerning the use of tax proceeds to hire Commission staff; the selection process for Commission superintendents, delegates, and alternates; mergers between existing county Veterans Assistance Commissions and jurisdictional Veterans Assistance Commissions; and other matters.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 30 : Kyle Moore (R)*, Jil Tracy (R)*, Brad Halbrook (R), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Tony McCombie (R), Suzanne Ness (D), Martha Deuter (D), Mary Gill (D), Paul Jacobs (R), Brandun Schweizer (R), Gregg Johnson (D), Dan Swanson (R), Amy Grant (R), Matt Hanson (D), Sharon Chung (D), Wayne Rosenthal (R), Nicolle Grasse (D), Omar Williams (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D), Bob Morgan (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Bob Rita (D), Jason Bunting (R), Rick Ryan (D), Kevin Schmidt (R), Charlie Meier (R), Amy Briel (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Terri Bryant (R), John Curran (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 60
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. John F. Curran
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IL bill #HB1432 • Last Action 05/09/2025
ABLE ACCOUNT CONTRIBUTIONS
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new state-funded matching contribution program for ABLE accounts, which are special savings accounts for individuals with disabilities. Specifically, the State Treasurer may provide a $50 matching contribution for ABLE accounts opened on or after January 1, 2026, by Illinois residents. The matching contribution is limited to one contribution per beneficiary and will become the property of the account beneficiary. If sufficient funds are not available, the State Treasurer has the discretion to reduce or eliminate the matching contribution. The bill creates a new special fund called the Illinois ABLE Matching Contribution Fund, which will serve as the repository for all contributions, appropriated funds, interest, and other financial assets related to these matching contributions. The fund is designed to be used exclusively for matching contributions and cannot be used for other purposes or interfund borrowing. The overall goal of this legislation is to encourage and support savings for individuals with disabilities by providing a small financial incentive for opening an ABLE account, which helps people with disabilities save money without jeopardizing their eligibility for certain public benefits.
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Bill Summary: Amends the State Treasurer Act. Provides that, subject to appropriation, the State Treasurer may make a matching contribution of $50 to an ABLE account opened on or after January 1, 2026 for a beneficiary who is a resident of Illinois. Provides that the matching contribution shall be limited to one contribution per beneficiary and shall not be treated differently from any other contributions to the account. Provides that if there are insufficient funds available, the State Treasurer may reduce the matching contribution amount or forgo contributions. Provides that the Illinois ABLE Matching Contribution Fund shall be the official repository of all contributions, appropriated funds, interest, and dividend payments, gifts, or other financial assets received by the State Treasurer in connection with matching contributions to ABLE accounts. Amends the State Finance Act. Creates the Illinois ABLE Matching Contribution Fund.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 21 : Suzanne Ness (D)*, Laura Fine (D)*, Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Michael Crawford (D), Wayne Rosenthal (R), Laura Faver Dias (D), Lisa Davis (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Rick Ryan (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Chris Welch (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Maurice West (D), Amy Briel (D), Matt Hanson (D), Omar Williams (D), Kimberly du Buclet (D), Marcus Evans (D), Jehan Gordon-Booth (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D), Javier Cervantes (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 03/18/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2413 • Last Action 05/09/2025
FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE PROGRAM
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Act to establish a comprehensive paid leave system for workers in Illinois. The program will provide eligible employees with up to 18 weeks of paid leave (with an additional 9 weeks possible for pregnancy-related conditions), funded through a payroll premium contribution split between employers and employees (starting at 1.12% of wages, with employees paying 40% and employers paying 60%). Beginning January 1, 2028, employees can take paid leave for various reasons, including caring for a family member with a serious health condition, bonding with a new child, addressing their own serious health condition, reproductive health care, dealing with domestic or sexual violence, and certain military-related exigencies. To be eligible, workers must have earned at least $1,600 during their base period, with benefits calculated at 90% of their average weekly wage, up to a maximum of $1,200 per week. The bill establishes a Division of Paid Family and Medical Leave within the Department of Labor to administer the program, creates a Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Fund, and provides job protection and other safeguards for workers taking leave. Self-employed individuals may also elect to be covered, and the program includes provisions for employer equivalent plans, penalties for violations, and annual reporting requirements.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Act. Creates the Division of Paid Family and Medical Leave within the Department of Labor. Requires the Division to establish and administer a paid family and medical leave insurance program that provides benefits to employees. Provides that the program shall be administered by the Deputy Director of the Division. Sets forth eligibility requirements for benefits under the Act. Provides that a self-employed individual may elect to be covered under the Act. Contains provisions concerning disqualification from benefits; compensation for leave; the amount and duration of benefits; payments for benefits under the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Fund; employer equivalent plans; annual reports by the Department; hearings; penalties; notice; the coordination of leave provided under the Act with leave allowed under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, a collective bargaining agreement, or any local county or municipal ordinance; rulemaking; and other matters. Amends the State Finance Act. Creates the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Fund. Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Exempts certain documents collected by the Division of Paid Family and Medical Leave from the Act's disclosure requirements. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Ram Villivalam (D)*, Cristina Castro (D), Omar Aquino (D), Rob Martwick (D), Mike Simmons (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Laura Fine (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Karina Villa (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Mike Porfirio (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1706 • Last Action 05/09/2025
OMA-POLICE OFFICERS PENSION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to specifically exempt committees of the Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund from the requirement that a quorum (the minimum number of members needed to conduct official business) must be physically present at a meeting location. Currently, the law generally requires public bodies to have members physically present at meetings, with some exceptions for certain types of government entities with large jurisdictional areas. By adding language about the Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund committees, the bill allows these specific committees to hold meetings where members can participate remotely without needing to be physically in the same location, as long as they provide appropriate public notice and access. This change provides more flexibility for these pension-related committees to conduct their business, potentially making scheduling and participation easier for committee members.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that the requirement that a quorum be physically present at the location of an open meeting does not apply to committees of the Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Cunningham (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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TX bill #HB2921 • Last Action 05/09/2025
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information collected by certain local governments and airport governing boards.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Transportation Code to expand the types of personal identifying information that local governments and joint boards can keep confidential when collected in relation to airport facilities and online payment systems. The bill broadens the existing confidentiality protections to include additional personal details such as profile names associated with purchases, travel dates and flight information, purchase dates and amounts, and airport lounge memberships and trusted traveler information. Under the existing law, only certain basic identifying information like name, address, and payment card numbers were protected, but this bill significantly increases the scope of confidential information. The changes will apply to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, meaning that local governments and airport governing boards will have expanded ability to protect more personal data related to airport and payment system interactions from public disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552 of the Government Code).
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of certain information collected by certain local governments and airport governing boards.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Yvonne Davis (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Laid on the table subject to call
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IL bill #SB2327 • Last Action 05/09/2025
DCFS-CULTURAL OMBUDSMAN
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Office of Independent Cultural Ombudsman within the Department of Children and Family Services to secure the rights of youth and families involved with the department. The Ombudsman will be appointed by the Governor with Senate approval for a 4-year term, with the first term expiring February 1, 2028. The Ombudsman must be over 21, have a bachelor's or advanced degree, and possess expertise in the department's operations, investigations, civil rights advocacy, and cultural awareness. The office will have broad powers to review department operations, investigate complaints, advocate for youth, inspect facilities, and provide confidential assistance to youth and families. The Ombudsman will be required to submit an annual report to the General Assembly and Governor detailing the office's activities, including aggregated data about investigations and systemic recommendations. The bill establishes strict conflict of interest rules for the Ombudsman and deputies, prohibits retaliation against those who file complaints, and mandates that the department provide full access and cooperation to the Ombudsman. Importantly, the Ombudsman cannot investigate criminal behavior but must refer such cases to appropriate authorities. The office will maintain confidentiality of complaints and complainants, with records protected from public disclosure except by court order.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Children and Family Services Act. Provides that the purpose of the amendatory Act is to create within the Department of Children and Family Services the Office of Independent Cultural Ombudsman for the purpose of securing the rights of youth and families that are subject to investigation, collaboration, or other correspondence with the Department of Children and Family Services. Provides that the Governor shall appoint the Independent Cultural Ombudsman with the advice and consent of the Senate for a term of 4 years, with the first term expiring February 1, 2028. Permits the Ombudsman to employ deputies and other support staff as deemed necessary. Sets forth the academic and age requirements for the Ombudsman and deputies. Contains provisions concerning conflicts of interest; Ombudsman duties and powers; Department duties; Ombudsman reporting requirements; complaints made to the Ombudsman by or on behalf of youth and families that concern Department operations or staff; the confidentiality of records; and Ombudsman promotion efforts aimed at raising awareness of the Office of Independent Cultural Ombudsman. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ram Villivalam (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2171 • Last Action 05/09/2025
FOIA-COMMERCIAL PURPOSES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to expand the definition of "commercial purpose" in the context of public record requests. Specifically, it clarifies that a commercial purpose includes not only selling or reselling public records, but also any use that advances the commercial, trade, or profit interests of the requester or the person on whose behalf the request is made. The bill maintains an important exception for news media, non-profit, scientific, and academic organizations, which will not have their requests considered commercial if the principal purpose is to disseminate news, create opinion pieces, or conduct research and education. This modification aims to provide more precise guidance on what constitutes a commercial purpose when requesting public records, potentially helping public bodies better understand and respond to information requests while protecting the interests of organizations seeking information for public benefit.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, as used in the Act, the term "commercial purpose" means, among other things, the use of any part of a public record or records, or information derived from public records, in any form for any use or purpose that furthers the commercial, trade, or profit interests of the requester or the person on whose behalf the request is made.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*, Seth Lewis (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2436 • Last Action 05/09/2025
FOIA-NUCLEAR SECURITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to add a new exemption for certain nuclear security-related documents. Specifically, the bill creates an exemption for documents that have been determined to be security sensitive under a 1987 agreement between the State of Illinois and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and in accordance with the National Materials Program. These documents include information classified as safeguards, safeguards-modified, and sensitive unclassified nonsafeguards information, as identified in NRC regulatory information summaries, security advisories, and other communications or regulations related to the control and distribution of security-sensitive information. This means that such documents would be exempt from public inspection and copying under the Freedom of Information Act, protecting potentially sensitive nuclear-related information from public disclosure. The exemption is designed to maintain security standards and protect critical nuclear-related documentation from potential misuse or unauthorized access.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that documents that have been determined to be security sensitive under certain requirements related to the U.S. Nuclear Regulation Commission and National Materials Program are exempt from inspection and copying under the Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Karina Villa (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2167 • Last Action 05/09/2025
FOIA-FEES AND COSTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) by modifying the provisions related to fees for requesting public records. Specifically, the bill removes the requirement for public bodies to provide an accounting of personnel hours when charging fees for voluminous electronic record requests. Under the current law, when a public body imposes fees for voluminous electronic records (such as PDF or non-PDF files), they must provide a detailed breakdown of fees, costs, and personnel hours. The new bill eliminates the requirement to report personnel hours, while still maintaining the requirement to account for fees and costs. The bill preserves existing provisions that allow public bodies to charge for actual costs of reproducing records, with some exceptions such as waiving fees for requests in the public interest or providing the first 50 pages of black and white copies free of charge. For commercial requests, the bill maintains the ability to charge up to $10 per hour for searching and retrieving records after the first 8 hours. These changes aim to streamline the fee reporting process for public bodies when responding to public records requests.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. In provisions regarding the authority to charge fees and the imposition of a fee for a voluminous request, removes requirements for an accounting of all personnel hours in connection with the request for public records.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2169 • Last Action 05/09/2025
FOIA-CLOSED MTG MINUTES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify the process for filing lawsuits when a public body denies access to certain meeting records. Specifically, the bill introduces a new requirement that if a requester wants to sue for access to minutes or a verbatim record of a closed meeting that have not been previously available for public inspection, they must wait 60 days after either (1) the public body receives the request or (2) the Public Access Counselor issues a binding or non-binding opinion, whichever occurs later. This waiting period is intended to allow time for review of the requested records under the Open Meetings Act. The change aims to provide public bodies with an opportunity to review and potentially release requested documents before litigation begins, potentially reducing unnecessary legal proceedings and giving agencies a chance to resolve access disputes internally. The bill preserves the existing framework of FOIA that allows individuals to challenge denials of public records, but adds this procedural step specifically for meeting minutes from closed sessions.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, if the denial of a request includes a request for minutes or a verbatim record of a meeting of the public body closed to the public as provided in the Open Meetings Act that have not been previously made available for public inspection, suit may be filed under a specified provision only after a 60-day period following (i) the receipt of the request by the public body or (ii) the issuance of a binding or non-binding opinion from the Public Access Counselor, whichever is later, to allow for review of the requested records as provided under the Open Meetings Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1797 • Last Action 05/09/2025
DIGITAL ASSETS & CONS PROT ACT
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Digital Assets and Consumer Protection Act in Illinois, creating a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital asset businesses operating in the state. The bill defines key terms like "digital asset," "digital asset business activity," and "non-fungible token," and requires businesses engaged in digital asset activities to register with the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. The legislation aims to protect consumers by mandating detailed customer disclosures, requiring businesses to maintain robust cybersecurity and compliance programs, and establishing rules for custody and protection of customer assets. Notably, the bill excludes certain activities from regulation, such as peer-to-peer exchanges, decentralized exchanges, and software development. Businesses will need to obtain a registration, maintain specific financial safeguards, and comply with various operational requirements, including anti-fraud and anti-money laundering programs. The Act provides the Department with extensive investigative and enforcement powers, including the ability to issue fines, conduct examinations, and take actions against non-compliant businesses. The bill includes a transition period, with full implementation expected by January 1, 2027, allowing businesses time to adapt to the new regulatory landscape.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the bill, as amended by Senate Amendment No. 1, with changes that include the following. Provides that "digital asset business activity" does not include (1) peer-to-peer exchanges or transfers of digital assets, (2) decentralized exchanges facilitating peer-to-peer exchanges or transfers solely through use of a computer program or a transaction protocol that is intended to automatically execute, control, or document events and actions, and (3) the development and dissemination of software in and of itself. Provides that "digital asset administration" does not include the issuance of a non-fungible token in and of itself. Defines "non-fungible token". Makes changes in provisions concerning rebuttable presumptions of control and the application of the Act. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 16 : Mark Walker (D)*, Edgar González (D)*, Laura Ellman (D), Cristina Castro (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Karina Villa (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Paul Faraci (D), Christopher Belt (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Mike Hastings (D), Robert Peters (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Mike Simmons (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 49
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #SB1807 • Last Action 05/09/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase the maximum income limitation for the Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption from $65,000 to $85,000, effective for taxable years 2026 and thereafter. The exemption is designed to help low-income seniors aged 65 or older by freezing the assessed value of their primary residence for property tax purposes. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 15-172 of the Property Tax Code to raise the income threshold, which means more senior homeowners will be eligible for this tax relief. The exemption allows qualifying seniors to have their property's assessed value remain at the base year level, even if property values in the area increase, thus helping to protect seniors on fixed incomes from rising property tax burdens. The change aims to provide additional financial support to senior homeowners by expanding the income eligibility for this assessment freeze, making it easier for more seniors to benefit from this property tax exemption.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning the Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation is $85,000 (currently, $65,000). Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Willie Preston (D)*, Javier Cervantes (D), Karina Villa (D), Napoleon Harris (D), Bill Cunningham (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1643 • Last Action 05/09/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption by introducing an automatic annual adjustment to the maximum income limitation starting in taxable year 2025. Specifically, the bill establishes that the maximum income limitation for each subsequent year will be calculated by multiplying the previous year's limit by the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index-U (CPI-U), which is a federal measure of average price changes for goods and services purchased by urban consumers. This means that the income threshold for senior citizens to qualify for the property tax exemption will now be automatically indexed to inflation, helping to ensure that the benefit keeps pace with rising living costs. The CPI-U is calculated by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and measures price changes across various consumer goods and services, with a base reference period of 1982-84. By implementing this automatic annual adjustment, the bill aims to provide more consistent and predictable financial relief for low-income senior homeowners, protecting them from being priced out of the exemption due to inflation.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, beginning in taxable year 2025, the maximum income limitation for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption shall be increased each year by the percentage increase, if any, in the Consumer Price Index. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Sue Rezin (R)*, Chris Balkema (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2170 • Last Action 05/09/2025
FOIA-RECURRENT REQUESTERS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify the definition and treatment of "recurrent requesters" by reducing the number of record requests that qualify a person as a recurrent requester. Specifically, the bill lowers the thresholds from 50 to 40 total requests in 12 months, from 15 to 10 requests within a 30-day period, and from 7 to 5 requests within a 7-day period. The bill also extends the response time for public bodies from 21 to 30 business days when handling requests from recurrent requesters. Additionally, the bill specifies that notice of recurrent requester status must be provided only once every 30 days, and it introduces a new provision making it a violation of the Act for designated recurrent requesters to knowingly obtain public records without disclosing their status. The changes aim to balance the public's right to access information with the administrative burden on public bodies, while maintaining exceptions for news media, non-profit, scientific, and academic organizations whose requests are made for informational, educational, or research purposes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Reduces the number of record requests that must be made for a person to be considered a recurrent requester under the Act. Provides that public bodies must respond to requests from recurrent requesters with 30 (rather than 21) days after receipt of a request. Specifies that notice that requests are being treated as recurrent requests must be provided only once every 30 days. Provides that it is a violation of the Act for persons designated as recurrent requesters to knowingly obtain a public record without disclosing their status as recurrent requesters.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1665 • Last Action 05/09/2025
FOIA-PRELIMINARY DRAFT-STUDY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify exemptions related to draft documents and studies. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision that allows for the exemption of studies, drafts, notes, recommendations, memoranda, and other records containing opinions or policy formulations. However, this exemption is not absolute: if a draft record has remained in draft form for more than 12 months and was funded by public dollars from a local government unit, it can no longer be kept confidential. This change aims to increase transparency by preventing government entities from indefinitely keeping draft documents secret, while still protecting preliminary work products during the active development stage. The modification is part of Illinois' ongoing efforts to balance government transparency with the need for agencies to develop and refine policy recommendations without premature public scrutiny.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Exempts from disclosure any studies, drafts, notes, recommendations, memoranda, and other records in which opinions are expressed, or policies or actions are formulated, except that a specific record or relevant portion of a record is not exempt if the record has remained in draft form for more than a 12-month period and public dollars were spent by a unit of local government to conduct such a study.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Rob Martwick (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2166 • Last Action 05/09/2025
OPEN MTGS-ATTENDANCE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to expand the circumstances under which members of a public body can attend meetings remotely. Currently, members can attend meetings by video or audio conference if they are unable to be physically present due to personal illness, disability, employment purposes, business of the public body, family emergencies, or unexpected childcare obligations. The bill adds a new provision allowing attendance by other means for "any other reason" as designated in rules adopted by the public body. The bill requires that a quorum of members must still be physically present, and the member seeking to attend remotely must notify the recording secretary or clerk before the meeting unless advance notice is impractical. The public body must adopt rules that specify the conditions and extent of remote attendance, which may include additional notice requirements or ways to facilitate public access. The bill maintains existing provisions for extraordinary circumstances, such as during a declared public health disaster, where meetings can be conducted entirely remotely under specific conditions like ensuring public access to discussions and conducting roll call votes. This change provides public bodies with more flexibility in managing meeting attendance while maintaining transparency and public participation.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Allows attendance by a means other than physical presence under certain circumstances if a member of a public body is prevented from physically attending because of any reason designated in rules adopted by the public body in accordance with certain provisions in the Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1632 • Last Action 05/09/2025
OPEN MTGS-LICENSING BOARDS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to expand the circumstances under which licensing boards authorized by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (DFPR) can hold meetings with members participating through interactive video conference. Specifically, the bill allows these licensing boards to hold open meetings simultaneously at multiple locations within public buildings, with members at each location counting towards the meeting's quorum. The bill requires that public notice and access be provided for all meeting locations. Previously, most public bodies were required to have a quorum physically present at the meeting location, with only a few specific types of organizations (such as statewide bodies or those covering large geographic areas) exempt from this requirement. By adding licensing boards to this list, the bill provides more flexibility for these professional regulatory boards to conduct meetings, potentially making it easier for board members to participate remotely while still maintaining transparency through public notice and access requirements. The term "public building" is defined in the bill as any building or portion of a building owned or leased by a public body.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that if an open meeting of a public body that is a licensing board authorized by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation is held simultaneously at one of its offices and one or more other locations in a public building, which may include other of its offices, through an interactive video conference and the public body provides public notice and public access as required under the Act for all locations, then members physically present in those locations all count towards determining a quorum.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dave Koehler (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1576 • Last Action 05/09/2025
I VOTED STICKER CONTEST
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "I Voted" Sticker Commission to develop and manage a statewide contest for creating new voting stickers to be used in the 2026 General Election. The Commission will consist of 22 members, including representatives from various state government offices and leadership positions, who will serve without compensation. The Commission's key responsibilities include creating guidelines for the sticker design contest, establishing a public website for submissions and voting, engaging in a public awareness campaign, and selecting up to 50 initial submissions that engage voters. By July 1, 2026, the Commission will conduct a public survey to choose 10 final sticker designs that will be used by election authorities across Illinois. The process will involve creating an online platform where residents can submit and vote on designs, with a particular emphasis on incorporating input from children and young people. The Commission is required to submit a detailed report to the General Assembly by February 2, 2026, describing the submissions and selection process. The entire initiative is set to be repealed on January 1, 2027, and the State Board of Elections will provide administrative support throughout the contest.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Election Code. Creates the "I Voted" Sticker Commission. Provides that the purposes of the Commission are to develop guidelines for the "I Voted" Sticker Contest and to select sticker designs to be used by election authorities in the State for the 2026 General Election. Provides that the Commission shall establish a process for the submission of proposed designs for the "I Voted" Sticker Contest and guidelines for the assessment of those proposed designs. Provides that, on or before July 1, 2026, the Commission shall conduct a public survey to select the 10 designs that will be used by election authorities in the State for the 2026 General Election. Sets forth provisions concerning membership; terms; compensation; and administrative support. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Doris Turner (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2344 • Last Action 05/09/2025
STATEWIDE INNOVATION DEVELOP
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Statewide Innovation Development and Economy Act (STAR Bond Act), which establishes a mechanism for municipalities and counties to create special economic development districts called STAR bond districts. The bill allows these districts to issue sales tax and revenue (STAR) bonds to finance large-scale tourism, entertainment, retail, and related development projects. Key provisions include limiting the program to one project per Economic Development Region, capping state sales tax increment at $75 million per region, and requiring projects to meet specific economic development criteria such as creating at least 300 new jobs and making a minimum $30 million capital investment. The Office of the Governor, in consultation with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, will have final approval of STAR bond districts, and projects cannot be located in municipalities with populations over 2 million. The bill includes detailed requirements for establishing districts, approving projects, issuing bonds, and monitoring economic impacts, with a specific focus on creating new job opportunities, stimulating capital investment, and promoting economic development in Illinois. Additionally, the bill mandates a seven-year review of the program by a special committee to assess its economic benefits and potential continuation.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Statewide Innovation Development and Economy Act. Provides that the purpose of the Act is to promote, stimulate, and develop the general and economic welfare of the State of Illinois and its communities and to assist in the development and redevelopment of major tourism, entertainment, retail, and related projects within eligible areas of the State, thereby creating new jobs, stimulating significant capital investment, and promoting the general welfare of the citizens of this State, by authorizing municipalities and counties to issue sales tax and revenue (STAR) bonds for the financing of STAR bond projects and to otherwise exercise the powers and authorities granted to municipalities to provide incentives to create new job opportunities and to promote major tourism, entertainment, retail, and related projects within the State. Provides that the Office of the Governor, in consultation with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, shall have final approval of all STAR bond districts and STAR bond projects established under this Act, which may be established throughout the 10 Economic Development Regions in the State as established by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Provides that regardless of the number of STAR bond districts established within any Economic Development Region, only one STAR bond project may be approved in each of the 10 Regions, excluding projects located in STAR bond districts established under the Innovation Development and Economy Act. Provides that each STAR bond district in which a STAR bonds project has been approved may only receive 50% of the total development costs up to $75,000,000 in State sales tax increment. Provides that a STAR bond district under the Act may not be located either entirely or partially inside of a municipality with a population in excess of 2,000,000. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Stadelman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1845 • Last Action 05/09/2025
AGING-ADULT DAY SERVICES RATES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Act on the Aging to increase rates for adult day services and transportation services within the Community Care Program. Specifically, subject to federal approval, the bill provides for rate increases within 30 days of the bill's effective date: adult day service rates will increase to $17.84 per hour, and transportation services for adult day services will increase to $13.44 per unit transportation. The Community Care Program is a state initiative designed to help seniors aged 60 and older remain in their homes or alternative living arrangements by providing various support services, thereby preventing unnecessary institutionalization. The rate increases are intended to help sustain and improve service quality by potentially making these services more financially viable for providers. The bill requires that providers certify compliance with these new rates and ensures that fringe benefits for direct service workers are not reduced in relation to these rate increases.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Medical Assistance Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. In provisions concerning the Community Care Program, provides that subject to federal approval, within 30 days after the effective date of this amendatory Act, rates for adult day services shall be increased to $17.84 per hour and rates for each way transportation services for adult day services shall be increased to $13.44 per unit transportation.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Sara Feigenholtz (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1520 • Last Action 05/09/2025
CANNABIS SOCIAL EQUITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes to cannabis regulation in Illinois, focusing on expanding support for social equity in the cannabis industry. The bill modifies existing laws to allow the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and the Department of Agriculture to share licensee information with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to support social equity programming. It adds a new definition for "Social Equity Lottery Licensee" and expands the Cannabis Business Development Fund's purpose to include providing financial assistance and support for Qualified Social Equity Applicants and Social Equity Lottery Licensees. The bill enables the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to enter into financial intermediary agreements to facilitate lending and investment in these applicants, with provisions for loan distribution by lottery if funding is insufficient. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to make grant applications more accessible, such as exempting applicants from certain federal registration requirements while federal law prohibits cannabis cultivation and sale. The overall goal is to provide more comprehensive support for individuals and businesses from communities disproportionately impacted by previous cannabis-related policies, helping them enter and succeed in the legal cannabis market.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act. Provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and the Department of Agriculture may share with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity any licensee information necessary to support the administration of social equity programming. Amends the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. Adds a definition. In various provisions, adds Social Equity Lottery Licensees to provisions that include Social Equity Applicants. Provides that the Cannabis Business Development Fund shall be exclusively used for certain purposes, to include providing financial assistance to support lending to, or private investment in, Qualified Social Equity Applicants and Social Equity Lottery Licensees, or to facilitate access to the facilities needed to commence operations as a cannabis business establishment. In provisions regarding loans and grants to Social Equity Applicants, adds financial assistance to provisions that include loans and grants. Provides that the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity has the power to enter into financial intermediary agreements to facilitate lending to or investment in Qualified Social Equity Applicants, Social Equity Lottery Licensees, or their subsidiaries or affiliates, to ensure the availability of facilities necessary to operate a cannabis business establishment. Provides that certain loans made shall contain terms and provisions with respect to forgiveness. Provides that those loans also may be distributed by lot if the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity determines that the amount of funding available is insufficient. Provides that, to the extent registration with the federal System for Award Management requires a grant applicant to certify compliance with all federal laws, the grant applicants shall not be required to register for a unique entity identifier through the federal System for Award Management. Makes other and conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Kimberly Lightford (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1489 • Last Action 05/09/2025
FOIA-CRIM JUSTICE AGENCY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to expand an existing exemption for law enforcement records in shared electronic record management systems. Specifically, the bill modifies the exemption to allow a criminal justice agency, in addition to a law enforcement agency, to withhold a record from disclosure if three conditions are met: (1) the agency receiving the request did not create the original record, (2) the agency did not participate in or have a role in the events described in the record, and (3) the agency only has access to the record through a shared electronic record management system. This change broadens the types of agencies that can claim this exemption, potentially making it easier for criminal justice agencies to protect certain sensitive law enforcement records from public disclosure. The amendment aims to provide additional privacy protections for records that an agency has minimal involvement with and has accessed only through a shared electronic system.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Exempts from inspection and copying a law enforcement record created for law enforcement purposes and contained in a shared electronic record management system if the law enforcement agency or criminal justice agency (rather than only the law enforcement agency) that is the recipient of the request did not create the record, did not participate in or have a role in any of the events which are the subject of the record, and only has access to the record through the shared electronic record management system.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Mary Edly-Allen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2142 • Last Action 05/09/2025
FOIA-RESPONSE PERIODS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify response time frames for public records requests. Specifically, the bill extends the standard response period for public bodies from 5 to 15 business days, meaning government agencies now have 15 business days to either comply with or deny a public records request after receiving it. The bill also increases the potential extension period from 5 to 10 business days, allowing agencies more time to gather, review, and process complex requests. Reasons for extending the response time include storing records in multiple locations, requiring collection of a substantial number of records, needing extensive search efforts, consulting with other agencies, or requiring personnel to evaluate record exemptions. Additionally, the bill changes the response time for commercial requests from 21 to 30 business days. These changes aim to provide public bodies with more flexibility in handling public records requests while maintaining the fundamental transparency goals of FOIA. The modifications recognize that some records requests can be complex and may require more time to process thoroughly and appropriately.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that each public body shall, promptly, either comply with or deny a request for public records within 15 business days (rather than 5 business days) after its receipt of the request, unless extended for an additional 10 business days (rather than 5 business days) for specified reasons. Provides that commercial requests must be responded to within 30 business days (rather than 21 working days).
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*, Seth Lewis (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1551 • Last Action 05/09/2025
AGING-FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Adult Protective Services Act to expand protections against financial exploitation of eligible adults, specifically focusing on the role of broker-dealers, investment advisors, and qualified individuals in preventing and reporting financial abuse. The bill broadens the definition of "financial exploitation" to include wrongful taking of an eligible adult's assets, obtaining control through deception or undue influence, and converting an adult's property to deprive them of ownership or benefits. It adds broker-dealers, investment advisors, and qualified individuals to the list of mandated reporters who must notify the Department on Aging and the Illinois Securities Department if they suspect financial exploitation. The bill also introduces a new provision allowing these financial professionals to temporarily delay disbursements or transactions from an eligible adult's account if they reasonably believe financial exploitation may occur. When doing so, they must provide written notification, conduct an internal review, and report their findings within specific timeframes. Professionals who make such reports or delays in good faith are granted immunity from civil, criminal, or administrative liability. The legislation aims to provide an additional layer of protection for vulnerable adults by empowering financial professionals to intervene when they suspect financial abuse is taking place.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Adult Protective Services Act. Expands the list of mandated reporters under the Act to include a broker-dealer and any qualified individual who serves in a supervisory, compliance, or legal capacity for a broker-dealer or investment advisor. Permits a broker-dealer or investment advisor to delay a disbursement or transaction from an account of an eligible adult or an account on which an eligible adult is a beneficiary in cases of suspected financial exploitation. Sets forth certain actions a broker-dealer or investment advisor must take, including notifying the Department on Aging and the Illinois Securities Department within the Office of the Secretary of State, of the requested disbursement or transaction. Contains provisions setting forth conditions upon which a delay of a disbursement or transaction shall expire; immunity for delaying disbursements or transactions; and financial records access. Makes conforming changes throughout the Act. Expands the definition of "financial exploitation" to include (1) the wrongful or unauthorized taking, withholding, appropriation, or use of money, assets, or property of an eligible adult; or (2) any act or omission taken by a person, including through the use of a power of attorney, guardianship, or conservatorship of an eligible adult, to: (A) obtain control over the eligible adult's money, assets, or property; or (B) convert money, assets, or property of the eligible adult through deception, intimidation, or undue influence in order to deprive such eligible adult of the ownership, use, benefit, or possession of his or her money, assets, or property.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Steve Stadelman (D)*, Dave Vella (D)*, Mike Simmons (D), Lakesia Collins (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #SB1375 • Last Action 05/09/2025
EDUC-GROW ILLINOIS GRANT PRGM
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Growing Regional Opportunities for Work (GROW) Illinois Grant Pilot Program, which will provide financial assistance to students enrolled in or planning to enroll in certificate, license, or degree programs at participating public community colleges in high-demand industries. Starting in the 2026-2027 academic year, the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will award grants to eligible applicants who are state residents, U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens, not incarcerated, not in student loan default, and enrolled in a program targeting a high-demand industry as identified by local community colleges and employers. Grant recipients will be selected based on various criteria set by participating colleges, with each college required to match the state funds received and post detailed eligibility information online. The grants aim to support students in workforce development, with each participating college determining award amounts and renewal criteria. Colleges must submit annual reports detailing program impact, funds received and matched, student demographics, and grant details. The Commission will compile these reports and submit an annual summary to state legislative leaders, with strict confidentiality protections for student data. The pilot program is set to run until October 1, 2031, providing a time-limited opportunity to support students in preparing for in-demand careers.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Higher Education Student Assistance Act. Beginning with the 2026-2027 academic year and subject to appropriation, provides that the Illinois Student Assistance Commission shall, each year, receive and consider applications for grant assistance under a pilot program to be known as the Growing Regional Opportunities for Work (GROW) Illinois Grant Pilot Program. Provides that the Commission may award grants under the program to applicants who are enrolled or plan to enroll at a public community college participating in the program in a certificate, license, or degree program to work in a high-demand industry, among other qualifications. Sets forth provisions concerning grant renewal, posting requirements, the allocation of funding, the application process, matching and unclaimed funds, the grant amount, reporting requirements, and rulemaking. Repeals the provisions on October 1, 2031. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Chapin Rose (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2086 • Last Action 05/09/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to adjust the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption. Specifically, for the taxable year 2025, the maximum income limitation is set at $75,000 for all qualified properties. For taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation will be automatically adjusted annually based on the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index-U (CPI-U), which is a measure of the average change in prices of goods and services purchased by urban consumers, published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means that the income threshold for senior citizens to qualify for this property tax exemption will increase with inflation, helping to ensure that more seniors can continue to benefit from the exemption as living costs rise. The bill aims to provide continued financial relief for low-income senior homeowners by allowing them to freeze their property's assessed value and potentially reduce their property tax burden.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable year 2025, the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption is $75,000. Provides that, for taxable year 2026 and subsequent taxable years, the maximum income limitation shall be adjusted by the percentage increase, if any, in the Consumer Price Index. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Erica Harriss (R)*, Andrew Chesney (R), Dale Fowler (R), Craig Wilcox (R), Li Arellano (R), Chris Balkema (R), Dave Syverson (R), Darby Hills (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2475 • Last Action 05/09/2025
DHS-HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes across multiple areas of Illinois state law, primarily focusing on human services, healthcare, and disability services. The bill creates a new Illinois Center for Rehabilitation and Education-Wood for individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind seeking competitive integrated employment. It expands the definition of "qualified examiner" in mental health law to include physician assistants and adds advanced practice psychiatric nurses to various mental health-related provisions. The bill modifies reporting requirements for death reports investigated by the Department of Human Services' Office of Inspector General, allowing such reports with no allegation of abuse or neglect to be released only to the Secretary and facility directors when a recommendation is made. Additionally, the bill removes references to mental health services from the Community-Integrated Living Arrangements Licensure and Certification Act, effectively narrowing its focus to developmental disabilities services. The bill also extends early intervention services to children who have been found eligible for early childhood special education services and have an individualized education program. Lastly, it repeals provisions related to the Autism Research Checkoff Fund. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes: Further amends the Department of Human Services Act. Provides that unredacted investigative reports, as well as raw data, may be shared with the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, upon written request, when there is a substantiated finding against a person licensed by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation who is within the Office of the Inspector General's jurisdiction. Provides that if, during its investigation, the Office of the Inspector General found credible evidence of neglect by a person licensed by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation who is not within the Office's jurisdiction, the Office may provide an unfounded or unsubstantiated investigative report or death report, as well as raw data, with the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, upon written request. Removes a repealer provision concerning the creation of the Autism Research Checkoff Fund. Instead provides that, on July 1, 2025, or as soon thereafter as practical, the State Comptroller shall direct and the State Treasurer shall transfer the remaining balance from the Autism Research Checkoff Fund into the Autism Awareness Fund. Provides that upon completion of the transfers, the Autism Research Checkoff Fund is dissolved, and any future deposits due to that Fund and any outstanding obligations or liabilities of that Fund shall pass to the Autism Awareness Fund. Provides that the provision creating the Autism Research Checkoff Fund is repealed on January 1, 2026. Amends the Department of Early Childhood Act. Extends early intervention services to children who have been found eligible for early childhood special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and have an individualized education program. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Mattie Hunter (D)*, Karina Villa (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB0105 • Last Action 05/09/2025
OPEN MEETINGS ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to make several key changes regarding public meetings, with a particular focus on Police District Councils in Chicago. For 3-member public bodies, the bill now defines a quorum as 2 members, and allows decisions to be made with the affirmative vote of those 2 members. The bill adds a new provision that allows Police District Councils to hold closed meetings related to public safety concerns, specifically when discussing ongoing law enforcement investigations, misconduct allegations, or topics that could compromise an investigation or individuals' safety. The legislation also updates notice requirements, stipulating that meeting agendas must be posted at a public body's principal office if one exists, and clarifies that for public bodies with websites maintained by full-time staff but without a central office, posting the agenda online satisfies the notice requirement. Additionally, the bill modifies rules for Police District Councils, excluding gatherings of 2 members from the definition of a "meeting" in most circumstances and allowing these councils to conduct meetings via audio or video conference, with some exceptions for regularly scheduled meetings. These changes aim to provide more flexibility for public bodies while maintaining transparency in government operations.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that for a 3-member body, 2 members of the body constitute a quorum, and the affirmative vote of 2 members is necessary to adopt any motion, resolution, or ordinance unless a greater number is otherwise provided. Provides that a Chicago Police District Council may hold a closed meeting involving public safety concerns to discuss (i) an ongoing, prior, or future law enforcement or official misconduct investigation or allegation thereof involving specific individuals or (ii) other topics that if discussed in an open meeting would pose an unreasonable risk to an ongoing criminal investigation or an unreasonable risk to the safety of specific individuals. Provides that an agenda for each regular meeting of a public body must be posted the principal office of the public body if such an office exists. Provides that if a public body has a website that is maintained by its full-time staff but does not have a principal office or single building where meetings are regularly held, that body is deemed to have complied with the requirement to post physical notice at the office or building of the meeting if the notice is timely posted on the public body's website. Excludes from the definition of "meeting" for a Chicago Police District Council a gathering of 2 members, except if gathered for a regularly scheduled meeting or otherwise gathered to adopt any motion, resolution, or ordinance. Provides a Chicago Police District Council may hold meetings by audio or video conference without the physical presence of the members under certain conditions except for required regularly scheduled meetings.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Sara Feigenholtz (D)*, Robert Peters (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1997 • Last Action 05/09/2025
DHS-AGING-HOMEMAKER WAGES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend two Illinois state laws to increase the hourly wages for direct service workers, including personal assistants and home health workers, who provide services to seniors and people with disabilities through the Community Care Program and Home Services Program. Specifically, the bill mandates that, subject to federal approval, starting January 1, 2026, these workers will receive an hourly wage sufficient to sustain a minimum of $30 per hour. The bill requires service providers to certify compliance with this wage increase and stipulates that fringe benefits like paid time off, training, health insurance, and transportation cannot be reduced in relation to these rate increases. The wage increases are designed to help prevent unnecessary institutionalization by ensuring competitive wages for home care workers, thereby helping seniors and people with disabilities remain in their homes and receive necessary care. These changes are part of a broader effort to support home and community-based services, making them more attractive to workers and more sustainable for service providers.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Act on the Aging and the Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities Act. Provides that, subject to and upon federal approval if required, on and after January 1, 2026, the hourly wage paid to direct service workers, including, but not limited to personal assistants and individual maintenance home health workers, who provide services under the Community Care Program and the Home Services Program shall be increased to a sufficient amount to sustain a minimum wage of $30 per hour.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Graciela Guzmán (D)*, Rachel Ventura (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1750 • Last Action 05/09/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption in counties with 3,000,000 or more inhabitants. The bill allows the Chief County Assessment Officer to request full social security numbers or individual taxpayer identification numbers for all household members applying for the exemption. It also provides a streamlined renewal process where the Assessment Officer can renew the exemption without a new application if they can confirm that the applicant still owns and resides in the property and continues to meet the household income requirements. When renewing the exemption without an application, the Assessment Officer must notify the applicant of the renewal and remind them of their ongoing obligation to report any changes that might affect their eligibility for the exemption. If the Assessment Officer cannot confirm all elements of the exemption, they must notify the homeowner and provide an opportunity to address any deficiencies. This change aims to simplify the exemption process for senior citizens while maintaining verification procedures to ensure only eligible homeowners receive the tax benefit.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption, provides that the Chief County Assessment Officer in a county with 3,000,000 or more inhabitants may request full social security numbers or individual taxpayer identification numbers for all members of the applicant's household. Provides that the Chief County Assessment Officer may renew the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption without a new application if the Chief County Assessment Officer is able to confirm both that the applicant still owns and resides in the property and that applicant's household income qualifies for the exemption. Provides that a Chief County Assessment Officer who renews a low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption without an annual application shall notify the applicant of both the decision to renew the exemption and the applicant's ongoing duty to report changes in the eligibility of the property to receive the exemption.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 13 : Javier Cervantes (D)*, Graciela Guzmán (D), Mike Simmons (D), Robert Peters (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Celina Villanueva (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Lakesia Collins (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Karina Villa (D), Ram Villivalam (D), Napoleon Harris (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB0005 • Last Action 05/09/2025
METROPOLITAN MOBILITY AUTH ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act, which consolidates and reorganizes public transportation services in the Chicago metropolitan region. Here is a summary of the key provisions: This bill establishes the Metropolitan Mobility Authority (MMA) by consolidating the Chicago Transit Authority, the Commuter Rail Division, the Suburban Bus Division, and the Regional Transportation Authority into a single regional transit agency. The new authority will be governed by a board of directors appointed by the Governor, Mayor of Chicago, Cook County Board President, and county board chairs of DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties. The board will include both voting and non-voting members, with requirements for diverse expertise and geographic representation. The MMA will have broad powers to provide, coordinate, and improve public transportation services in the metropolitan region, including: - Developing and implementing transit service standards - Purchasing transportation services from various providers - Setting fares and transit policies - Implementing fare capping and income-based reduced fare programs - Acquiring and managing transportation facilities and equipment - Providing paratransit services - Promoting transit-oriented development - Establishing safety and security programs - Conducting research and development of transportation technologies The bill creates several new funds and programs, including: - A City-Suburban Mobility Innovations Program to support local mobility services - A Transit-Supportive Development Incentive Program to encourage transit-friendly development - An Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development to support affordable housing near transit The legislation also establishes robust accountability measures, including: - Regular performance audits - Transparency requirements - A citizen advisory board - Performance-based compensation for executives - Detailed reporting on transit services and finances The bill aims to improve the efficiency, equity, and financial sustainability of public transportation in the Chicago metropolitan region by creating a more integrated and responsive transit authority.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act. Establishes the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Provides that the Chicago Transit Authority, the Commuter Rail Division and the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority, and the Regional Transportation Authority are consolidated into the Metropolitan Mobility Authority and the Service Boards are abolished. Creates the Suburban Bus Operating Division, Commuter Rail Operating Division, and the Chicago Transit Operating Division. Reinserts, reorganizes, and changes some provisions from the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act into the new Act. Includes provisions concerning the operation of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Repeals the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Amends various Acts, Laws, and Codes to make conforming changes. Creates the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act. Establishes the Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development and the Transit-Supportive Development Fund. Provides that the Office and the Fund are to aid transit-supportive development near high-quality transit by providing specified funding to municipalities that have adopted the standards in the transit support overlay district for that area or that have adopted zoning and other changes that the Office determines have benefits greater than or equal to such a District, including transit support overlay districts. Includes provisions relating to Office standards, procedures, and reports. Amends the State Finance Act to make a conforming change. Amends the Department of Transportation Law of the Civil Administrative Code. Requires the Department to establish, staff, and support an Office of Public Transportation Support for the purpose of optimizing the operation of public transportation vehicles and the delivery of public transportation services on highways under the Department's jurisdiction in the Metropolitan Mobility Authority's metropolitan region. Describes the duties and operations of the Office. Amends the Toll Highway Act. Provides that the Chair of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority is a nonvoting member of the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Ram Villivalam (D)*, Omar Aquino (D), Mike Simmons (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Robert Peters (D), Laura Fine (D), Rob Martwick (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Kimberly Lightford (D), Willie Preston (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1977 • Last Action 05/09/2025
PROP TX-HOMESTEAD
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to property tax regulations in Illinois, focusing on homestead exemptions and tax deferrals for senior citizens. Specifically, the bill introduces a new requirement that any proposed bill to create or amend a homestead exemption must include an impact statement detailing the policy purpose, potential effects on taxing districts, and optional funding sources. The bill increases the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption to $85,000 for the 2025 tax year and establishes a mechanism for adjusting this limit annually based on the Consumer Price Index. Additionally, the bill allows county clerks to create and administer payment plans for tax certificates during the redemption period, potentially waiving interest penalties. For the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Program, the bill raises the maximum household income to $95,000 for the 2025 tax year and introduces a similar annual adjustment mechanism. These changes aim to provide more flexible and potentially more accessible property tax relief for senior citizens while ensuring transparency in the creation of homestead exemptions.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, on and after July 1, 2026, any bill to amend an existing homestead exemption or to create a new homestead exemption shall include the submission of an impact statement prepared by the sponsor of the bill. Provides that the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption shall be $85,000 for taxable year 2025 and shall be subject to a cost-of-living adjustment in subsequent years. Provides that, for any tax certificates held by a county, the county clerk may create and administer a payment plan during the redemption period. Amends the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act. Makes changes concerning the maximum household income. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Robert Peters (D)*, Graciela Guzmán (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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MN bill #SF2077 • Last Action 05/09/2025
Omnibus Environment and Natural Resources appropriations
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill: establishes comprehensive appropriations and policy provisions for environment and natural resources in Minnesota for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, allocating approximately $396.6 million to the Department of Natural Resources and $157.6 million to the Pollution Control Agency. The bill includes funding for a wide range of programs and initiatives, such as invasive species management, wildlife conservation, park and trail maintenance, water quality protection, environmental education, and climate resilience efforts. Key provisions include increased watercraft surcharges, new regulations for abandoned watercraft, expanded outreach to diverse communities, support for foraging research through a new task force, and modifications to various environmental and natural resources permit and licensing processes. The bill also provides significant funding from the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund for specific research projects, conservation efforts, and environmental education programs, with a strong emphasis on scientific research, ecosystem preservation, and engaging underserved communities in environmental stewardship.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; appropriating money for environment and natural resources; appropriating money from environment and natural resources trust fund; modifying prior appropriations; modifying fees and surcharges; modifying disposition of certain funds; modifying and establishing duties, authorities, and prohibitions regarding environment and natural resources; modifying and creating environment and natural resources programs; modifying and creating grant programs; providing civil and criminal penalties; authorizing rulemaking; modifying state trail, state forest, and state park provisions; authorizing sales, conveyances, and leases of certain state lands; modifying forestry provisions; modifying game and fish provisions; making technical changes; requiring reports; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 84.027, by adding a subdivision; 86B.415, subdivision 7; 97A.223, subdivision 1; 97A.421, by adding a subdivision; 97A.465, by adding a subdivision; 97A.475, subdivisions 2, 6; 103G.271, subdivision 6; 103G.301, subdivision 2; 115B.421; 116.07, by adding a subdivision; 116.073, subdivisions 1, 2; Laws 2023, chapter 60, article 1, sections 2, subdivisions 2, 7, 10; 3, subdivision 6; Laws 2024, chapter 83, section 2, subdivisions 3, 8; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 84; 86B; 325F.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Foung Hawj (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (13:30:00 5/9/2025 )
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IL bill #SB1390 • Last Action 05/09/2025
DHFS-MCO-PBM-CONTRACTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Public Aid Code to establish new requirements for managed care organizations (MCOs) and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in the state's Medicaid program. The bill mandates that the Department of Healthcare and Family Services cannot contract with an MCO that uses a PBM failing to meet specific criteria: First, the PBM must use a pharmacy reimbursement methodology that calculates payment as the lowest of three methods involving drug acquisition costs and professional dispensing fees. Second, the PBM must reimburse pharmacy claims at rates no lower than the original point-of-sale rate. Third, the PBM must adopt a transparent pricing model that discloses administrative fees to the department. Fourth, the PBM cannot create new pharmacy administration fees or increase existing fees beyond the inflation rate. Fifth, the PBM cannot terminate a pharmacy's contract solely because of the additional professional dispensing fee. Additionally, the bill requires PBMs to submit detailed annual reports to the department by January 15, 2027, including prescription volumes, drug costs, rebates, administrative fees, and other financial information. The department must then forward this information to the General Assembly and the Governor's Office of Management and Budget, with the data designated as confidential and exempt from public disclosure. The goal of these provisions is to increase transparency and potentially reduce costs in the Medicaid pharmacy services system.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Medical Assistance Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. Provides that the Department of Healthcare and Family Services shall not enter into a contract with a managed care organization that relies on a pharmacy benefit manager that does not do the following: (i) utilize a pharmacy reimbursement methodology of the lesser of national average drug acquisition cost plus a professional dispensing fee as determined by the Department, the wholesale acquisition cost plus a professional dispensing fee as determined by the Department, or the usual and customary charge by the pharmacy; (ii) reimburse for a legally valid claim at a rate not less than the rate in effect at the time the original claim adjudication was submitted at the point of sale; (iii) agree to move to a transparent pass-through pricing model, in which the pharmacy benefit manager discloses the administrative fee as a percentage of the professional dispensing costs to the Department; (iv) agree to not create new pharmacy administration fees and to not increase current fees more than the rate of inflation; and (v) agree to not terminate an existing contract with a pharmacy licensed under the Pharmacy Practice Act for the sole reason of the additional professional dispensing fee authorized under item (i). Requires each pharmacy benefit manager that receives reimbursement for medical services, either directly or through a Medicaid managed care health plan, to submit by January 15, 2027, and each January 15 thereafter, certain data and information to the Department for the previous fiscal year, including: (1) the total number of prescriptions that were dispensed; (2) the aggregate wholesale acquisition cost for each drug on its formulary; (3) the aggregate amount of rebates, discounts, and price concessions that the pharmacy benefit manager received for each drug on its formulary; (4) the aggregate amount of administrative fees that the pharmacy benefit manager received from all pharmaceutical manufacturers; and (5) any other information considered necessary by the Department. Requires the Department to submit such data and information to the General Assembly and to the Governor's Office of Management and Budget. Provides that such information is confidential and not subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Dave Koehler (D)*, Dale Fowler (R), Steve McClure (R), Meg Loughran Cappel (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2473 • Last Action 05/09/2025
UTIL-TIME-OF-USE PRICING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill creates the Municipal and Cooperative Electric Utility Planning and Transparency Act, which requires electric cooperatives, municipal power agencies, and municipalities to file integrated resource plans with the Illinois Power Agency. The plans must comprehensively describe the utility's current energy portfolio, forecast future load changes, and outline steps to reduce customer costs and environmental impacts. Key requirements include: 1. Utilities must submit integrated resource plans every three years, starting November 1, 2025, detailing their electricity generation facilities, power purchase agreements, demand-side programs, and transmission resources. 2. Plans must cover a 20-year planning period and include detailed information about existing generation facilities, including location, fuel type, capacity, and expected retirement dates. 3. Utilities must develop a 5-year action plan for meeting forecasted load while minimizing customer costs and environmental impacts. 4. The plans must include a least-cost strategy for constructing or procuring renewable energy resources, with targets of 25% renewable energy by 2026, increasing to 40% by 2030, and 100% renewable energy by 2045. 5. Utilities must hold at least two public stakeholder meetings before submitting their plans, allowing for community input and transparency. 6. The Illinois Power Agency will review the plans, facilitate public comment, and work with utilities to refine their strategies. The bill also includes provisions for cost-of-service studies, independent expert assistance, and enhanced governance and accountability measures for electric cooperatives, including more transparent board elections and financial reporting.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Municipal and Cooperative Electric Utility Planning and Transparency Act. Provides that, by November 1, 2025, and by November 1 every 3 years thereafter, all electric cooperatives with members in the State, municipal power agencies, and municipalities shall file with the Illinois Power Agency an integrated resource plan. Sets forth provisions concerning the plan. Amends the Illinois Power Agency Act. Authorizes the Illinois Power Agency to develop capacity procurement plans and conduct competitive procurement processes for the procurement of capacity needed to ensure environmentally sustainable long-term resource adequacy across the State at the lowest cost over time. Amends the Public Utilities Act. Changes the cumulative persisting annual savings goals for electric utilities that serve less than 3,000,000 retail customers but more than 500,000 retail customers for the years of 2025 through 2030. Provides that the cumulative persisting annual savings goals beyond the year 2030 shall increase by 0.9 (rather than 0.6) percentage points per year. Changes the requirements for submitting proposed plans and funding levels to meet savings goals for an electric utility serving more than 500,000 retail customers (rather than serving less than 3,000,000 retail customers but more than 500,000 retail customers). Provides that an electric utility that has a tariff approved within one year of the amendatory Act shall also offer at least one market-based, time-of-use rate for eligible retail customers that choose to take power and energy supply service from the utility. Sets forth provisions regarding the Illinois Commerce Commission's powers and duties related to residential time-of-use pricing. Provides that each capacity procurement event may include the procurement of capacity through a mix of contracts with different terms and different initial delivery dates. Sets forth the requirements of prepared capacity procurement plans. Requires each alternative electric supplier to make payment to an applicable electric utility for capacity, receive transfers of capacity credits, report capacity credits procured on its behalf to the applicable regional transmission organization, and submit the capacity credits to the applicable regional transmission organization under that regional transmission organization's rules and procedures. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Bill Cunningham (D)*, Laura Fine (D), Mike Simmons (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Kimberly Lightford (D), Lakesia Collins (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB2483 • Last Action 05/09/2025
AFN COMMITTEE TELECONFERENCE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Emergency Management Agency Act to modify the meeting procedures for the Access and Functional Needs (AFN) Advisory Committee. Specifically, the bill allows committee members to attend meetings remotely via video or audio conference, with all remotely attending members counting toward the meeting's quorum, while still requiring at least one member to be physically present at the publicly posted meeting location. The bill maintains the committee's existing responsibilities, which include coordinating meetings at least three times per year, researching and recommending strategies for supporting people with disabilities during emergencies, and providing annual reports to the General Assembly, Governor's Office, and Illinois Emergency Management Agency. The Advisory Committee is composed of representatives from various state agencies and appointed members from the disability community, first responders, and local emergency management agencies. By exempting the committee from the traditional Open Meetings Act requirement of physical quorum presence, the bill provides more flexibility for committee members to participate in meetings, potentially improving accessibility and participation for members who may have mobility challenges or geographic constraints.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Emergency Management Agency Act. In provisions regarding the Access and Functional Needs Advisory Committee, provides that the Advisory Committee shall comply with all provisions of the Open Meetings Act except that the Advisory Committee is exempt from the provisions that specifically require a quorum of members of a public body to be physically present at the location of an open meeting. Allows Advisory Committee members to attend meetings of the Access and Functional Needs Advisory Committee remotely by video or audio conference with all attending members counting toward a quorum, provided there is at least one member in physical attendance at the publicly posted physical location of the meeting.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Fine (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1940 • Last Action 05/09/2025
MOBILE HOME PARK-OMBUD
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Mobile and Manufactured Home Ombudsperson Act, establishing an Office of Mobile and Manufactured Home Ombudsperson within the Illinois Department of Public Health. The bill defines key terms like "manufactured home" and "mobile home park" and outlines the Ombudsperson's responsibilities, which include providing training and educational materials to residents, park owners, and managers about mobile home park operations and relevant laws. The Ombudsperson will maintain a website with informational resources, offer a toll-free number, and help resolve disputes between park owners and residents through a structured process. Mobile home parks will be required to develop written complaint resolution policies, and residents must follow specific steps before seeking the Ombudsperson's assistance, such as first submitting a complaint to the park's managing agent and waiting a specified timeframe. The bill emphasizes confidentiality of information collected during dispute resolution and mandates annual reporting to the General Assembly about the Office's activities, including workload data and analysis of common issues in mobile home parks. The Office will begin operations by July 1, 2026, and will have the authority to adopt rules for administering the Act.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Mobile and Manufactured Home Ombudsperson Act. Creates the Office of Mobile and Manufactured Home Ombudsperson within the Department of Public Health. Provides that the Ombudsperson shall offer training, educational materials and course offerings for residents, owners, and other interested persons or groups on the operation and management of mobile and manufactured home parks and the relevant laws that are applicable. Requires the Ombudsperson to establish a written policy for resolving complaints made by residents and a dispute resolution process to assist resolving disputes between owners of mobile home parks and residents.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Murphy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IL bill #SB1938 • Last Action 05/09/2025
METRO & REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Illinois Road Usage Charge Act and makes several significant changes to metropolitan transit authority governance and operations. The bill establishes a Road Usage Charge Advisory Committee to develop and evaluate a statewide pilot program that would assess a user fee on motor vehicle owners based on miles traveled on public roadways. The pilot program, to be implemented by January 1, 2026, will test various technologies for collecting mileage data, ensuring privacy, and evaluating the feasibility of a mileage-based revenue system as an alternative to traditional motor fuel taxes. The program will involve at least 1,000 motor vehicles, analyze different data collection methods, and ensure participant compensation. The Department of Transportation must submit a comprehensive report to the General Assembly within 18 months of the pilot program's implementation. The bill also makes substantial changes to the governance and operations of the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), and its Service Boards. Key modifications include expanding the Chicago Transit Board from 7 to 8 members beginning February 1, 2026, with specific requirements for board composition, including representation from organized labor, senior advocacy, and disability rights communities. The bill introduces new requirements for fare collection, establishing the RTA as the sole agency responsible for fare collection systems by July 1, 2026, and mandating the development of a universal fare instrument. Additional provisions include creating a Transit Ambassador Program to improve rider experience and safety, establishing an RTA police force, and requiring the RTA to conduct a comprehensive metropolitan region transit plan evaluation by July 1, 2027. The bill also modifies board voting requirements, budgetary processes, and introduces new accountability measures for the RTA and its Service Boards, including regular reporting to the Governor and General Assembly and potential funding reductions for non-compliance. The bill's provisions are complex and wide-ranging, touching on governance, funding, technology, and service delivery for public transportation in the Chicago metropolitan region, with most changes taking effect on February 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Road Usage Charge Act. Establishes the Road Usage Charge Advisory Committee to guide the development and evaluation of the road usage charge pilot program and to assess the potential for mileage-based revenue as an alternative to the current system of taxing highway use through motor fuel taxes. Sets forth the membership and duties of the committee. Requires the Department of Transportation, in consultation with the Secretary of State and based on the recommendations of the Committee, to implement a statewide pilot program by January 1, 2026 to assess a user fee on owners of motor vehicles that is based on the number of miles traveled on public roadways in this State by those vehicles. Amends the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act. Provides that, on and after February 1, 2026, the Chicago Transit Board shall have 8 members (currently 7 members). Makes changes to the number of affirmative votes by Directors required to issue bonds. Amends the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Provides that the Annual Budget and 2-Year Financial Plan must show that the aggregate of all projected fare revenues from fares and charges for mass transportation provided by, or under grant or purchase of service contracts of, the Service Boards received in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 shall equal at least 25%, and in fiscal years 2028 and 2029 and every year thereafter at least 15%, of the aggregate cost of providing such public transportation in those fiscal years. Provides that, beginning July 1, 2026, the Regional Transportation Authority shall be the sole agency responsible for the management and oversight of the fare collection systems used on all public transportation provided by the Service Boards. Makes changes to the membership of the Suburban Bus Board and the Commuter Rail Board. Makes changes to the number of affirmative votes required by the Directors of the Authority to approve decisions regarding the strategic plan, coordination of fares and service, appointment of officers and employees, paratransit services, powers of the Commuter Rail Board, labor, budget, taxes, distribution of revenues, issuing and pledging bonds and notes, budget review powers, the annual capital improvement plan, and rate protection contracts. Makes other changes. Effective January 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ram Villivalam (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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TX bill #HB7 • Last Action 05/09/2025
Relating to parental rights in public education, to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency, and to the reporting of certain misconduct and child abuse and neglect; creating a criminal offense.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates comprehensive changes to reporting misconduct and protecting students in Texas educational settings. The bill establishes an Office of Inspector General at the Texas Education Agency with broad investigative powers, creates new requirements for reporting educator misconduct, and strengthens parental rights in public education. Key provisions include requiring school districts to: report educator misconduct more quickly, provide parents with detailed information about their rights, obtain written consent for psychological tests or recordings of students, post instructional materials online, and notify parents about teacher certification status. The bill also mandates law enforcement agencies notify schools about investigations involving employees and creates a registry of individuals not eligible to work in educational settings. Educators or service providers who engage in certain types of misconduct, such as inappropriate relationships with students, can be temporarily or permanently barred from working in schools. The legislation aims to enhance student safety by creating more transparent and rigorous reporting mechanisms for potential misconduct, while also providing parents with greater access to information about their children's educational environment. The bill will generally take effect for the 2025-2026 school year, with some provisions becoming active immediately if passed by a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to parental rights in public education, to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency, and to the reporting of certain misconduct and child abuse and neglect; creating a criminal offense.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 05/09/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jeff Leach (R)*, John Lujan (R), Will Metcalf (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars
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NY bill #S03006 • Last Action 05/09/2025
Enacts into law major components of legislation necessary to implement the state education, labor, housing and family assistance budget for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year; relates to contracts for excellence; relates to calculation of state aid to school districts; relates to a statewide dual enrollment policy; extends workforce education; relates to maximum class sizes for special education; extends chapter 82 of the laws of 1995; relates to foundation aid; provides for special apportionment f
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill enacts major components of legislation related to the state's 2025-2026 budget, covering areas such as education, labor, housing, and family assistance. The bill contains numerous provisions, but some key highlights include: 1. Education Provisions: - Establishes a statewide dual enrollment program policy for high school students to earn college credits - Adjusts foundation aid calculations for school districts - Creates guidelines for universal free school meals in schools - Modifies provisions related to zero-emissions school buses and transportation 2. Housing and Affordability: - Creates a housing access voucher pilot program to provide rental assistance to homeless or at-risk individuals - Establishes new provisions for converting residential rental properties to condominiums while preserving affordable housing units - Provides various housing-related financial transfers and allocations 3. Labor and Workforce: - Increases maximum benefit rates for unemployment insurance - Modifies child labor regulations and creates a database for minor employment - Updates provisions related to airport worker wages and benefits 4. Miscellaneous: - Extends various existing programs and provisions - Makes technical adjustments to state finance and funding mechanisms - Provides special apportionments for salary expenses and public pension accruals The bill is comprehensive and affects multiple state agencies and programs, with most provisions taking effect on or after April 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to contracts for excellence; to amend the education law, in relation to foundation aid; to amend the education law, in relation to the establishment of a statewide dual enrollment program policy; to amend the education law, in relation to allowable transportation expenses; to amend the education law, in relation to universal pre-kindergarten and the Statewide universal full-day pre-kindergarten program; to amend the education law, in relation to state aid adjustments; to amend the education law, in relation to the apportionment of moneys for school aid; to amend chapter 378 of the laws of 2010 amending the education law relating to paperwork reduction, in relation to extending the provisions thereof; to amend the education law and the general business law, in relation to requirements for zero-emissions school buses; to amend chapter 756 of the laws of 1992 relating to funding a program for work force education conducted by the consortium for worker education in New York city, in relation to reimbursement for the 2025-2026 school year withholding a portion of employment preparation education aid and in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend the education law, in relation to maximum class sizes for special classes for certain students with disabilities; to amend chapter 82 of the laws of 1995 amending the education law and other laws relating to state aid to school districts and the appropriation of funds for the support of government, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend part C of chapter 56 of the laws of 2020 directing the commissioner of education to appoint a monitor for the Rochester city school district, establishing the powers and duties of such monitor and certain other officers and relating to the apportionment of aid to such school district, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter of the laws of 2020 authorizing the commissioner of education to appoint a monitor to oversee the Hempstead union free school district and establishing the powers and duties of such monitor, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 18 of the laws of 2020 authorizing the commissioner of education to appoint a monitor to oversee the Wyandanch union free school district and establishing the powers and duties of the monitor, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 89 of the laws of 2016 relating to supplementary funding for dedicated programs for public school students in the East Ramapo central school district, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend the education law, in relation to creating safe harbors and a phase-in period for compliance with certain sections of such law relating to instruction at nonpublic schools; providing for special apportionment for salary expenses; providing for special apportionment for public pension accruals; to amend chapter of the laws of 1996 authorizing the Roosevelt union free school district to finance deficits by the issuance of serial bonds, in relation to an apportionment for salary expenses; providing for set-asides from the state funds which certain districts are receiving from the total foundation aid; providing for support of public libraries; and to repeal certain provisions of the education law relating to calculation of school aid (Part A); to amend the education law, in relation to establishing a universal free school meals program; and to repeal section 925 of the education law relating to the community eligibility provision state subsidy (Part B); to amend the education law, in relation to student use of internet-enabled devices during the school day (Part C); to amend the education law in relation to scholarships awarded to part-time students by the New York state higher education services corporation; to amend the education law, in relation to making conforming changes; to repeal section 666 of the education law, relating to tuition awards for part-time undergraduate students; and to repeal section 667-c-1 of the education law relating to the New York state part-time scholarship award program (Part D); to amend the education law, in relation to excelsior scholarship awarded to students by the New York state higher education services corporation (Part E); to amend the education law, in relation to creating a New York opportunity promise scholarship (Part F); intentionally omitted (Part G); intentionally omitted (Part H); intentionally omitted (Part I); intentionally omitted (Part J); intentionally omitted (Part K); to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to reduction of taxes pursuant to shelter rent (Part L); intentionally omitted (Part M); to utilize reserves in the mortgage insurance fund for various housing purposes (Part N); to amend part N of chapter 56 of the laws of 2020, amending the social services law relating to restructuring financing for residential school placements, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part O); to amend the social services law, in relation to certification of child care support centers to place substitute caregivers in licensed and registered child care programs (Part P); to amend the social services law, in relation to improving infancy health by increasing public assistance allowances to certain persons (Part Q); to amend the social services law, in relation to increasing the standards of monthly need for aged, blind and disabled persons living in the community (Part R); to amend part W of chapter of the laws of 2016 amending the social services law relating to the powers and duties of the commissioner of social services relating to the appointment of a temporary operator, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part S); to amend the labor law, in relation to revising the healthy terminals act (Part T); to amend the labor law, in relation to limiting liquidated damages in certain frequency of pay violations (Part U); to amend the labor law, in relation to civil penalties for violations of certain provisions for the payment of wages (Part V); to amend the labor law, in relation to the civil penalties for violations of child labor laws (Part W); to amend the labor law and the education law, in relation to digitizing the process by which minors apply for employment certificates or working papers; and to repeal certain provisions of the labor law and the education law relating thereto (Part X); to amend the veterans' services law, in relation to annuity to be paid to parents, spouses, and minor children of service members who died while on active duty; and to authorize the commissioner of veterans' services to conduct an outreach program for the purpose of informing the public and persons who may be eligible to receive an annuity (Part Y); intentionally omitted (Part Z); in relation to requiring the submission of an annual report on the New York state museum (Part AA); to amend the labor law, in relation to decreasing the length of the suspension period applicable to certain striking workers who seek to obtain unemployment insurance benefits (Part BB); to amend the social services law, in relation to the maintenance of effort requirements of social services districts in providing child care assistance under the child care block grant (Part CC); to amend the penal law, in relation to evading arrest by concealment of identity (Part DD); to amend the correction law, in relation to merit time allowance and limited credit time allowance (Part EE); in relation to authorizing the commissioner of education to appoint a monitor to oversee the Mount Vernon city school district and establishing the powers and duties of such monitor; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part FF); to amend the general business law, the real property law and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to providing expanded homeownership opportunities from the conversion of certain residential rental buildings to condominium status by property owners that commit to the stewardship of permanently affordable units and the preservation of expiring affordable housing inventory in the city of New York; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof (Part GG); to amend the public housing law, in relation to establishing the housing access voucher pilot program (Part HH); to amend section 2 of chapter 868 of the laws of 1975 constituting the New York state financial emergency act for the city of New York, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part II); to amend the public authorities law, in relation to establishing the city of Buffalo parking authority (Part JJ); to amend the labor law, in relation to increasing the maximum benefit rate for unemployment insurance (Part KK); to amend the criminal procedure law, in relation to discovery reform (Part LL); and in relation to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2025-2026 budget, authorizing certain payments and transfers; to amend the state finance law, in relation to the administration of certain funds and accounts, in relation to the effectiveness thereof, and in relation to interest owed on outstanding balances of debt; to amend part XX of chapter 56 of the laws of 2024, amending the state finance law and other laws relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2023-2024 budget, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend the state finance law, in relation to the school tax relief fund; to amend the state finance law, in relation to the dedicated infrastructure investment fund; authorizing the comptroller to transfer up to $25,000,000 from various state bond funds to the general debt service fund for the purposes of redeeming or defeasing outstanding state bonds; to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to housing program bonds and notes; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes by the dedicated highway and bridge trust fund; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for city university facilities; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for library construction projects; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for state university educational facilities; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for locally sponsored community colleges; to amend the New York state medical care facilities finance agency act, in relation to the issuance of mental health services facilities improvement bonds and notes; to amend part K of chapter 81 of the laws of 2002, relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2002-2003 budget, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes to finance capital costs related to homeland security; to amend the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for purposes of funding office of information technology services project costs; to amend chapter 329 of the laws of 1991, amending the state finance law and other laws relating to the establishment of the dedicated highway and bridge trust fund, in relation to the issuance of funds to the thruway authority; to amend the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes to fund costs for statewide equipment; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for purposes of financing environmental infrastructure projects; to amend part D of chapter 389 of the laws of 1997, relating to the financing of the correctional facilities improvement fund and the youth facility improvement fund, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the youth facilities improvement fund; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing peace bridge projects and capital costs of state and local highways; to amend the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds for economic development initiatives; to amend part Y of chapter 61 of the laws of 2005, relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2005-2006 budget, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing capital projects for the division of military and naval affairs and initiative of the state police; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing the construction of the New York state agriculture and markets food laboratory; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to authorization for the issuance of bonds for the capital restructuring financing program, the health care facility transformation programs, and the essential health care provider program; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds or notes for the purpose of assisting the metropolitan transportation authority in the financing of transportation facilities; to amend part D of chapter 389 of the laws of 1997, relating to the financing of the correctional facilities improvement fund and the youth facility improvement fund, in relation to the issuance of certain bonds and notes; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to funds for the department of health and financing through the dormitory authority; to amend the public health law, in relation to the department of health income fund; to amend chapter 174 of the laws of 1968 constituting the urban development corporation act, in relation to personal income tax revenue anticipation notes; to amend the state finance law, in relation to certain revenue bonds; to repeal certain provisions of the state finance law relating to the accident prevention course internet, and other technology pilot program fund, relating to the required contents of the budget, relating to the deposit of receipts derived from certain indirect cost assessments and relating to the New York state storm recovery capital fund; to repeal certain provisions of the urban development corporation act relating to funding project costs for restoring state properties damaged as a result of Storm Sandy; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof (Part MM)
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: SIGNED CHAP.56
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IL bill #SB1965 • Last Action 05/09/2025
OMA-ACCESSIBILITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to enhance accessibility for electronic training programs. Specifically, it requires the Public Access Counselor to conduct a comprehensive accessibility review of the electronic training curriculum within 30 days of the bill's effective date, ensuring compliance with the Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act. If any part of the training, including the registration page, is found to be inaccessible, the Public Access Counselor must take steps to bring it into compliance within 30 days, which may include contracting with third-party vendors. Additionally, the bill mandates the establishment of an accessibility helpline within 180 days, which must be available either through live calls 24/7 or with a guaranteed response within 3 calendar days. The helpline's purpose is to assist individuals with disabilities or those who have difficulty independently registering for and completing the electronic training. Helpline operators are required to provide assistance, including remote desktop access with the individual's permission, to ensure that all public body members can successfully complete the required Open Meetings Act training.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. In provisions regarding training, requires the Public Access Counselor to complete an accessibility review for electronic training under the Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act and rules adopted under that Act. Provides for procedures to bring the training into compliance with the Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act. Requires the establishment of an accessibility helpline, with certain requirements.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Cristina Castro (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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IA bill #HSB343 • Last Action 05/09/2025
A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for state government administration and regulation, including the department of administrative services, auditor of state, ethics and campaign disclosure board, offices of governor and lieutenant governor, department of inspections, appeals, and licensing, department of insurance and financial services, department of management, Iowa public employees' retirement system, public information board, department of revenue, secretary of state, tr
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: FY 2025-2026 APPROPRIATIONS. This bill relates to and appropriates moneys to various state departments, agencies, and funds for FY 2025-2026, including the department of administrative services, auditor of state, Iowa ethics and campaign disclosure board, offices of governor and lieutenant governor, department of inspections, appeals, and licensing, department of insurance and financial services, department of management, Iowa public employees’ retirement system, Iowa public information board, department of revenue, secretary of state, treasurer of state, and Iowa utilities commission. The bill limits a standing appropriation for FY 2025-2026 for enforcement of Code chapter 453D relating to tobacco product manufacturers under Code section 453D.8. CAPTIVE INSURANCE REGULATORY AND SUPERVISION FUND —— CAPTIVE COMPANY PREMIUM TAXES. The bill requires premium taxes paid by captive companies under Code section 432.1A to be deposited in the captive insurance regulatory and supervision fund.
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• Introduced: 05/08/2025
• Added: 05/08/2025
• Session: 91st General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 1044.
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CA bill #AB754 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Water quality: pollution prevention plans.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several technical and terminological amendments to California's existing pharmaceutical and sharps waste producer responsibility program. Specifically, the bill replaces terms like "stewardship organization" with "producer responsibility organization" and renames the Pharmaceutical and Sharps Stewardship Fund to the Pharmaceutical and Sharps Producer Responsibility Fund. The bill repeals certain inoperative provisions of an existing law related to pollution prevention plans and makes conforming changes to clarify terminology and administrative processes. While mostly technical in nature, the amendments aim to update and streamline the existing regulatory framework for managing pharmaceutical and sharps waste disposal programs, ensuring consistency in language and providing clearer guidelines for covered entities, producers, and collection sites. The bill maintains the core objectives of the existing law, which include establishing safe and accessible collection methods for pharmaceutical drugs and home-generated sharps waste, with an emphasis on environmental stewardship and proper disposal.
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Bill Summary: An act to repeal and amend Section 13263.3 of the Water Code, relating to water quality.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Damon Connolly (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.
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CA bill #AB808 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Campaign statements and other reports: submission by facsimile.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several provisions of California's Political Reform Act of 1974 related to campaign reporting and filing requirements. Primarily, the bill eliminates the option to file various campaign statements and reports by facsimile (fax) transmission and instead authorizes certain reports to be filed by email or online transmission. The bill updates the definition of a "campaign statement" to remove references to specific forms and instead focuses on reports prepared according to the Fair Political Practices Commission's guidelines. It clarifies reporting requirements for independent expenditure committees, requiring them to file statements within 24 hours of qualifying and making expenditures. The bill also modifies provisions around late contributions and independent expenditures, specifying that such reports must be filed electronically or by email, guaranteed overnight delivery, or personal delivery within 24 hours. Additionally, the bill requires committees to file amendments to their statements of organization more quickly, particularly in the days leading up to an election, and provides more detailed requirements about the information that must be included in these filings. Importantly, the bill maintains the core purpose of the Political Reform Act, which is to ensure transparency and timely disclosure of campaign financial information, by updating filing methods to reflect current technological capabilities while preserving the substantive reporting requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 81007.5, 82006, 84101, 84103, 84108, 84203, 84204, and 84213 of the Government Code, relating to the Political Reform Act of 1974.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dawn Addis (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.
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ME bill #LD102 • Last Action 05/08/2025
An Act to Notify the Public of Juveniles Who Are Wanted Persons
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Maine law to allow criminal justice agencies to publicly disclose specific information about juvenile wanted persons under certain circumstances. The bill permits the release of limited personal details - including name, date of birth, physical description, photograph, location of alleged escape, and details about potential criminal charges - when a juvenile is believed to have escaped custody or has an outstanding arrest warrant for serious crimes. The disclosure is allowed in three specific scenarios: when a juvenile is believed to have escaped from official custody, escaped from arrest or during transport, or when a warrant exists for a serious crime that would be considered murder or a Class A, B, C, or D crime if committed by an adult. Importantly, the bill restricts the shared information to only these specific details and prohibits disclosure of broader juvenile history record information. The public release of information is also permitted if the juvenile has already reached 18 years of age at the time of the alleged escape. The goal of these provisions is to assist in apprehending potentially dangerous juvenile offenders while still maintaining some protections for juvenile records.
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Bill Summary: This bill allows criminal justice agencies to provide to the public certain juvenile history record information for the purpose of apprehending juveniles when either the juvenile has escaped from custody as defined by the Maine Criminal Code or a warrant of arrest has been issued alleging the juvenile has committed a juvenile crime that would constitute murder or a Class A, B, C or D crime if the juvenile were an adult. The bill also allows the juvenile history record information to be shared if the juvenile had attained 18 years of age at the time of the alleged escape.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Lajoie (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/07/2025
• Last Action: Work Session Held: TABLED
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OK bill #HB1738 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Public health and safety; Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; Oklahoma Open Records Act; public trust hospitals; exemptions; effective date.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new law that provides exemptions for public trust hospitals from the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and Oklahoma Open Records Act under specific circumstances. Specifically, when a public trust hospital enters into a joint venture with or acquires an interest in a not-for-profit entity to support its mission, that entity will be exempt from these open meeting and records transparency requirements. The bill protects certain confidential information submitted to or compiled by the public trust, including marketing plans, financial statements, trade secrets, research concepts, and other proprietary information. The trust can hold executive sessions to discuss these materials if necessary. However, the bill explicitly does not exempt budgetary information related to appropriations or the appropriations process. The legislation defines a "public trust hospital" as any hospital created under specific sections of Oklahoma statutes related to hospital creation. The bill is set to become effective on November 1, 2025, and aims to provide more flexibility and privacy for public trust hospitals in certain business and strategic planning activities.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public health and safety; exempting public trust hospitals from the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and Oklahoma Open Records Act under certain circumstances; authorizing executive sessions; providing exception related to budget information; defining term; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Public health and safety
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Stacy Jo Adams (R)*, Avery Frix (R)*, Anthony Moore (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Sent to Governor
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WI bill #AB172 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Consumer data protection and providing a penalty. (FE)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive consumer data protection regulations for businesses in Wisconsin that process personal data of at least 100,000 consumers or 25,000 consumers with over 50% of their revenue from selling personal data. The bill provides consumers with several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being processed, access and correct their data, request deletion of their data, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain types of data processing. Controllers (businesses that determine the purpose of data processing) must provide clear privacy notices, establish secure methods for consumers to submit requests, and respond to consumer requests within 45 days. The bill requires controllers to limit data collection to what is necessary, implement data security practices, and obtain consent before processing sensitive data. Processors (entities processing data on behalf of controllers) must adhere to specific contractual requirements and assist controllers in meeting their obligations. The bill mandates regular data protection assessments for certain processing activities and provides exemptions for specific types of data and processing purposes. Enforcement is exclusively handled by the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection and the Department of Justice, with potential civil forfeitures of up to $10,000 per violation. Importantly, the bill preempts local ordinances from regulating data collection, processing, or sales, and does not create a private right of action for consumers. The regulations will take effect on July 1, 2027, with some provisions becoming effective on July 1, 2031.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes requirements for controllers and processors of the personal data of consumers. The bill defines a XcontrollerY as a person that, alone or jointly with others, determines the purpose and means of processing personal data, and the bill applies to controllers that control or process the personal data of at least 100,000 consumers or that control or process the personal data of at least 25,000 consumers and derive over 50 percent of their gross revenue from the sale of personal data. Under the bill, Xpersonal dataY means any information that is linked or reasonably linkable to an individual except for publicly available information. The bill provides consumers with the following rights regarding their personal data: 1) to confirm whether a controller is processing the consumer[s personal data and to access the personal data; 2) to correct inaccuracies in the consumer[s personal data; 3) to require a controller to delete personal data provided by or about the consumer; 4) to obtain a copy of the personal data that the consumer previously provided to the controller; and 5) to opt out of the processing of the consumer[s personal data for targeted advertising; the sale of the consumer[s personal data; and certain forms of automated processing of the consumer[s personal data. These rights are subject to certain exceptions specified in the bill. Controllers may not discriminate against a consumer for exercising rights under the bill, including by charging different prices for goods or providing a different level of quality of goods or services. A controller must establish one or more secure and reliable means for consumers to submit a request to exercise their consumer rights under the bill. Such means must include a clear and conspicuous link on the controller[s website to a webpage that enables a consumer or an agent of a consumer to opt out of the targeted advertising or sale of the consumer[s personal data and, on or after July 1, 2028, an opt-out preference signal sent, with a consumer[s intent, by a platform, technology, or mechanism to the controller indicating the consumer[s intent to opt out of any processing of the consumer[s personal data for the purpose of targeted advertising or sale of the consumer[s personal data. The bill requires controllers to respond to consumers[ requests to invoke rights under the bill without undue delay. If a controller declines to take action regarding a consumer[s request, the controller must inform the consumer of its justification without undue delay. The bill also requires that information provided in response to a consumer[s request be provided free of charge once annually per consumer. Controllers must also establish processes for consumers to appeal a refusal to take action on a consumer[s request. Within 60 days of receiving an appeal, a controller must inform the consumer in writing of any action taken or not taken in response to the appeal, including a written explanation of the reasons for its decisions. If the appeal is denied, the controller must provide the consumer with a method through which the consumer can contact the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection to submit a complaint. Under the bill, a controller must provide consumers with a privacy notice that discloses the categories of personal data processed by the controller; the purpose of processing the personal data; the categories of third parties, if any, with whom the controller shares personal data; the categories of personal data that the controller shares with third parties; and information about how consumers may exercise their rights under the bill. Controllers may not collect or process personal data for purposes that are not relevant to or reasonably necessary for the purposes disclosed in the privacy notice. The bill[s requirements do not restrict a controller[s ability to collect, use, or retain data for conducting internal research, effectuating a product recall, identifying and repairing technical errors, or performing internal operations that are reasonably aligned with consumer expectations or reasonably anticipated on the basis of a consumer[s relationship with the controller. Persons that process personal data on behalf of a controller must adhere to a contract between the controller and the processor, and such contracts must satisfy certain requirements specified in the bill. The bill also requires controllers to conduct data protection assessments related to certain activities, including processing personal data for targeted advertising, selling personal data, processing personal data for profiling purposes, and processing sensitive data, as defined in the bill. DATCP may request that a controller disclose a data protection assessment that is relevant to an investigation being conducted by DATCP. DATCP and the Department of Justice have exclusive authority to enforce violations of the bill[s requirements. A controller or processor that violates the bill[s requirements is subject to a forfeiture of up to $10,000 per violation, and DATCP or DOJ may recover reasonable investigation and litigation expenses incurred. During the time between the bill[s effective date and July 1, 2031, before bringing an action to enforce the bill[s requirements, DATCP or DOJ must first provide a controller or processor with a written notice identifying the violations. If within 30 days of receiving the notice the controller or processor cures the violation and provides DATCP or DOJ with an express written statement that the violation is cured and that no such further violations will occur, then DATCP or DOJ may not bring an action against the controller or processor. The bill also prohibits cities, villages, towns, and counties from enacting or enforcing ordinances that regulate the collection, processing, or sale of personal data. For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 04/09/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 32 : Shannon Zimmerman (R)*, Shae Sortwell (R)*, Scott Allen (R)*, David Armstrong (R)*, Elijah Behnke (R)*, Barbara Dittrich (R)*, Cindi Duchow (R)*, Joy Goeben (R)*, Nate Gustafson (R)*, Dan Knodl (R)*, Rob Kreibich (R)*, Scott Krug (R)*, Anthony Kurtz (R)*, Dave Maxey (R)*, Paul Melotik (R)*, Dave Murphy (R)*, Jeff Mursau (R)*, Amanda Nedweski (R)*, Jerry O'Connor (R)*, William Penterman (R)*, Jim Piwowarczyk (R)*, Treig Pronschinske (R)*, Pat Snyder (R)*, David Steffen (R)*, Paul Tittl (R)*, Ron Tusler (R)*, Robert Wittke (R)*, Clint Moses (R)*, Romaine Quinn (R), Steve Nass (R), Kelda Roys (D), Howard Marklein (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: CANCELLED Assembly Consumer Protection Public Hearing (11:00:00 5/8/2025 400 Northeast)
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MN bill #HF1925 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Nurse Licensure Compact created, and money appropriated.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes Minnesota's participation in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), a multi-state agreement that allows nurses to practice across participating states with a single multistate license. The bill comprehensively defines the compact's provisions, including detailed requirements for obtaining and maintaining a multistate nursing license, such as graduating from an approved nursing program, passing the NCLEX exam, having an unencumbered license, passing a criminal background check, and maintaining a valid Social Security number. The compact creates an Interstate Commission of Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators to oversee implementation, with powers to establish rules, collect information, resolve disputes, and take enforcement actions. Nurses will be able to practice in any participating state under their home state's license, but must comply with the practice laws of the state where they are providing care. The bill also establishes a coordinated licensure information system to track nurse licensing and disciplinary actions across states, ensuring public safety and facilitating easier professional mobility for nurses. The compact will become effective on July 1, 2025, and requires at least 26 states to enact the legislation before it becomes binding. An appropriation is included to support the Board of Nursing's implementation of the compact.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health occupations; creating a Nurse Licensure Compact; appropriating money; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 148.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 3 : Joe Schomacker (R)*, Bobbie Harder (R), James Gordon (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Author added Gordon
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MT bill #SB297 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Generally revise privacy laws
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates Montana's privacy laws, focusing on protecting consumer and minor data privacy rights. The legislation expands definitions related to personal data processing, reduces the threshold for businesses to be covered (from 50,000 to 25,000 consumers), and introduces significant new protections for minors. Specifically, controllers (businesses collecting data) must now provide clear privacy notices, offer consumers the ability to opt-out of data sales and targeted advertising, and obtain consent before processing certain types of personal data for minors. For online services targeting minors, controllers must use reasonable care to avoid harm, cannot use design features that excessively engage minors, and are prohibited from certain data processing activities without explicit consent. The bill requires data protection assessments for services with heightened risk to minors and empowers the Attorney General to enforce these provisions, with potential civil penalties of up to $7,500 per violation. The law applies to businesses that either process data from a significant number of consumers or derive substantial revenue from data sales, with exemptions for certain types of organizations like financial institutions and healthcare providers. Notably, the bill does not create a private right of action, meaning only the Attorney General can bring enforcement actions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING PRIVACY LAWS; PROVIDING DEFINITIONS; REQUIRING NOTIFICATION TO CONSUMERS THAT CERTAIN INFORMATION HAS BEEN COLLECTED; REQUIRING AN OPT-OUT OPTION FOR CONSUMERS; REQUIRING A PRIVACY NOTICE FROM CONTROLLERS; REQUIRING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO POST RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES INFORMATION ONLINE; SPECIFYING CONTROLLER DUTIES; SPECIFYING RESPONSIBILITIES BY ROLE; AMING SECTIONS 20-7-1324, 30-14-2802, 30-14-2803, 30-14-2804, 30-14-2808, 30-14-2812, 30-14-2816, AND 30-14-2817, MCA; AND REPEALING SECTION 15, CHAPTER 681, LAWS OF 2023.”
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Daniel Zolnikov (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: (S) Signed by Governor
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IL bill #HB2690 • Last Action 05/08/2025
CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE MATERIAL
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill would make several significant changes to Illinois laws related to sexual offenses and child protection. Here's a comprehensive summary: This bill changes terminology from "child pornography" to "child sexual abuse material" across multiple statutes, emphasizing that these materials represent actual sexual abuse of children, not consensual content. The bill modifies several key legal provisions, including: 1. Statute of Limitations: For grooming offenses involving victims under 17, the prosecution period is extended to 10 years after the victim turns 17. 2. Grooming Offenses: A person can now be charged with grooming if they are 5 or more years older than the child or hold a position of trust, authority, or supervision in relation to the child. 3. Sexual Exploitation of a Child: The definition is expanded to include scenarios where a person knowingly entices a child to participate in recording or memorializing sexual acts involving adults. This offense is classified as a Class 4 felony. 4. Definition Changes: The bill updates definitions related to sexual offenses, including expanding the definition of "family member" to include siblings and reducing the residency requirement for an accused living in a household from 6 to 3 months. 5. Court Procedures: The bill provides courts more flexibility in taking testimony from victims or witnesses under 18 or with intellectual disabilities, including potential use of facility dogs. 6. Evidence and Registration: The bill makes various technical changes to how sexual offenses are processed, registered, and prosecuted, including modifications to sex offender registration requirements and how evidence is handled in such cases. The comprehensive nature of the bill reflects a broader effort to strengthen protections for children, improve legal terminology, and provide more robust legal frameworks for addressing sexual offenses involving minors.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Changes the statute of limitations for grooming to provide that when the victim is under 17 years of age at the time of the offense, a prosecution for grooming may be commenced within 10 years after the victim or the person with a disability attains 17 years of age. Changes the name of the offense of child pornography to child sexual abuse material. Deletes references to criminal transmission of HIV in various statutes. In the Sex Offenses Article of the Criminal Code of 2012, provides a definition for "unable to give knowing consent" and changes the definition of "family member" to include a sibling and an accused who has resided in the household for at least 3 (rather than 6) months. Provides that a person commits sexual exploitation of a child if in the presence or virtual presence, or both, of a child and with knowledge that a child or one whom he or she believes to be a child would view his or her acts, that person knowingly entices, coerces, or persuades a child to participate in the production of the recording or memorializing a sexual act of persons ages 18 or older. Provides that a violation of this provision of sexual exploitation of a child is a Class 4 felony. Provides that a defendant, in order to commit grooming, must be 5 years or more older than the groomed child, or hold a position of trust, authority, or supervision in relation to the child at the time of the offense. Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963. Provides that the court may set any conditions it finds just and appropriate on the taking of testimony of a victim or witness who is under 18 years of age or an intellectually disabled person or a person affected by a developmental disability (rather than a victim who is a child under the age of 18 years or a moderately, severely, or profoundly intellectually disabled person or a person affected by a developmental disability) involving the use of a facility dog in any criminal proceeding. Makes other changes concerning the admissibility of evidence in cases involving involuntary servitude, involuntary sexual servitude of a minor, and trafficking in persons. Amends various Acts to change references from "child pornography" to "child sexual abuse material".
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Mary Beth Canty (D)*, Cristina Castro (D)*, Justin Slaughter (D), Amy Elik (R), Edgar González (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Michael Crawford (D), Amy Briel (D), Camille Lilly (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Terri Bryant (R), Dale Fowler (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 50
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading May 13, 2025
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NY bill #A03003 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Makes appropriations for the support of government - Aid to Localities Budget.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the bill: This bill makes appropriations for the support of government, specifically for the Office for the Aging's Aid to Localities Budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026. The bill provides funding totaling $417,304,100 across multiple funding sources, including $244,080,100 from the General Fund, $172,244,000 from Special Revenue Funds - Federal, and $980,000 from Special Revenue Funds - Other. The funding will support various community services programs for seniors, including community services for the elderly, expanded in-home services, caregiver resource centers, nutrition programs, and other senior-focused initiatives. Key provisions include allowing up to $3,500,000 to reimburse counties for elderly program expenditures, permitting funds to be used flexibly for unmet elderly needs, and establishing guidelines for fund allocation. The bill also includes provisions for potential budget adjustments, such as allowing the director of the budget to transfer funds between different appropriations and to withhold funds if a general fund imbalance is projected. Additionally, the bill requires an annual report on program implementation and participant outcomes, and includes specific allocations for various senior service providers and programs across New York State.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT making appropriations for the support of government AID TO LOCALITIES BUDGET
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: substituted by s3003d
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CA bill #AB1178 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Peace officers: confidentiality of records.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law regarding the confidentiality of peace officers' personnel records by modifying how and when certain records can be disclosed. Specifically, the bill requires law enforcement agencies to redact records to remove the rank, name, photo, or likeness of specific groups of officers, including those currently or recently working undercover assignments, those attached to task forces, and those who have received verified death threats within the past ten years. The bill also instructs courts to consider whether a peace officer is currently operating undercover and requires anonymity when determining whether to redact a record for safety reasons. Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions that allow public disclosure of records related to serious incidents like officer-involved shootings, use of force resulting in great bodily injury or death, sustained findings of excessive force, sexual assault, dishonesty, discrimination, or unlawful arrests. The legislation aims to protect law enforcement officers by limiting access to certain personal information while still maintaining transparency about misconduct and critical incidents, and it includes a provision for state reimbursement to local agencies if the bill imposes additional mandated costs.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 832.7 of the Penal Code, relating to peace officers.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Blanca Pacheco (D)*, Juan Alanis (R), Blanca Rubio (D), Michelle Rodriguez (D), Stephanie Nguyen (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.
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MI bill #SB0214 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Economic development: other; strategic advisory board; create, and provide for the development of strategic plans. Amends 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2001 - 125.2094) by adding secs. 9a & 9b. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0213'25
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive Strategic Advisory Board within the Michigan Strategic Fund to develop a strategic plan for the state's economic development. The board will consist of 32 voting members (4 from each of 8 different expertise areas) and numerous nonvoting members representing a wide range of organizations and sectors, including jobs and talent acquisition, transit, economic development, housing, utilities, education, rural development, innovation and technology, manufacturing, and environmental matters. The voting members will be elected by the nonvoting members from their respective groups. Board members will serve one-year terms, with the governor appointing initial members within 90 days of the bill's enactment. The board is required to meet at least quarterly, conduct business transparently, and comply with open meetings and freedom of information guidelines. Members will not receive compensation but can be reimbursed for expenses. Once the strategic plan is developed, the board will be dissolved. The bill is contingent on the passage of a companion Senate bill, and it amends the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to create this new advisory structure aimed at collaborative strategic planning for the state's economic future.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled"Michigan strategic fund act,"(MCL 125.2001 to 125.2094) by adding sections 9a and 9b.
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• Introduced: 04/17/2025
• Added: 04/17/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 11 : John Damoose (R)*, Mallory McMorrow (D), Stephanie Chang (D), Paul Wojno (D), Sue Shink (D), Sylvia Santana (D), Sam Singh (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Jeremy Moss (D), Veronica Klinefelt (D), Erika Geiss (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee Of The Whole With Substitute (s-3)
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NY bill #S03009 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Enacts into law major components of legislation which are necessary to implement the state fiscal plan for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year; relates to establishing an inflation refund credit (Part A); provides for a middle-class tax cut; extends the temporary personal income tax high income surcharge (Part B); enhances the empire state child credit for three years (Part C); relates to the eligibility for the New York state low income housing tax credit program; increases the aggregate amount of
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enact major components of the state's fiscal plan for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, with numerous provisions affecting taxation, economic development, and various state programs. Here's a summary: This bill includes a wide-ranging set of tax and fiscal provisions. For individual taxpayers, it introduces a new senior inflation reduction credit for tax years 2025-2027, with credit amounts varying based on income and filing status. The bill provides a middle-class tax cut and extends the temporary personal income tax high-income surcharge. It enhances the Empire State Child Credit, offering increased credits for families with children aged three and under, and those with children aged four to sixteen, with credit amounts phased out for higher-income households. The bill also introduces a working families tax credit and allows for quarterly prepayment of this credit. The legislation includes several economic development measures, such as expanding the Excelsior Jobs Program to include semiconductor supply chain projects, creating a new Semiconductor Research and Development Project Program, and establishing a Semiconductor Manufacturing Workforce Training Incentive Program. It extends various existing tax credits, including those for film production, historic property rehabilitation, and alternative fuels. The bill makes changes to real property taxation, including modifications to the STAR (School Tax Relief) program and adjustments to property tax credits. It also introduces new local taxation options for cities like Auburn and Buffalo, allowing them to impose hotel and motel taxes under specific conditions. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for farm-related tax credits, such as an expanded Farm Employer Overtime Credit and extensions to existing agricultural tax incentives. It also makes technical amendments to various tax laws, including changes to partnership tax reporting and adjustments to sales and use tax collection. The bill covers numerous other areas, including modifications to racing and pari-mutuel wagering regulations, extensions of various tax credits, and technical corrections to existing tax laws.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the tax law, in relation to the inflation refund credit (Part A); to amend the tax law, in relation to providing for a middle-class tax cut and extending the temporary personal income tax high income surcharge (Part B); to amend the tax law, in relation to enhancing the empire state child credit for three years (Part C); to amend the public housing law, in relation to certain eligibility for the New York state low income housing tax credit program and increases to the aggregate amount of the allocable tax credit (Part D); to amend the tax law, in relation to credits for the rehabilitation of historic properties (Part E); to amend the real property law, in relation to the purchase of residential real property by certain purchasers (Subpart A); to amend the tax law, in relation to depreciation and interest deduction adjustments for properties owned by institutional investors in residential properties (Subpart B); and to amend the real property law, in relation to public notice of real property solicitation cease and desist zones (Subpart C) (Part F); intentionally omitted (Part G); to amend the economic development law and the tax law, in relation to the excelsior jobs program; and to repeal article 22 of the economic development law relating to the employee training incentive program (Subpart A); and to amend the economic development law, in relation to the empire state jobs retention program (Subpart B) (Part H); to amend the tax law, in relation to film production and post-production credits (Part I); to amend the economic development law and the tax law, in relation to the newspaper and broadcast media jobs program (Part J); to amend the tax law, in relation to the empire state digital gaming media production credit (Part K); to amend subpart B of part PP of chapter 59 of the laws of 2021 amending the tax law and the state finance law relating to establishing the New York city musical and theatrical production tax credit and establishing the New York state council on the arts cultural program fund, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and to amend the tax law, in relation to the New York city musical and theatrical production tax credit (Part L); to amend the tax law, in relation to clarifying the notices afforded protest rights (Part M); to amend the tax law, in relation to the filing of tax warrants and warrant-related records (Part N); to amend the real property tax law and the tax law, in relation to simplifying STAR income determinations; and to repeal certain provisions of such laws relating thereto (Part O); intentionally omitted (Part P); intentionally omitted (Part Q); to amend the tax law, in relation to increasing the estimated tax threshold under article nine-A of the tax law (Part R); to amend the tax law, in relation to establishing a tax credit for organ donation (Part S); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the estate tax three-year gift addback rule (Part T); amend the tax law, in relation to expanding the credit for employment of persons with disabilities (Part U); to amend the tax law, in relation to reporting of federal partnership adjustments (Subpart A); and to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to reporting of federal partnership adjustments (Subpart B) (Part V); to amend the tax law and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to establishing a credit against the tax on personal income of certain residents of a city having a population of one million or more inhabitants (Part W); intentionally omitted (Part X); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the clean heating fuel credit for three years (Part Y); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the alternative fuels and electric vehicle recharging property credit for three years (Part Z); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the sales tax exemption for certain sales made through vending machines (Part AA); to amend the labor law, in relation to extending the workers with disabilities tax credit (Part BB); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the hire a vet credit (Part CC); to amend part HH of chapter 59 of the laws of 2014, amending the tax law relating to a musical and theatrical production credit, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part DD); to amend part U of chapter 59 of the laws of 2017, amending the tax law, relating to the financial institution data match system for state tax collection purposes, in relation to extending the effectiveness thereof (Part EE); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to simplifying the pari-mutuel tax rate system; and to repeal section 908 of the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law relating thereto (Subpart A); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to licenses for simulcast facilities, sums relating to track simulcast, simulcast of out-of-state thoroughbred races, simulcasting of races run by out-ofstate harness tracks and distributions of wagers; to amend chapter 281 of the laws of 1994 amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law and other laws relating to simulcasting, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and to amend chapter 346 of the laws of amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law and other laws relating to simulcasting and the imposition of certain taxes, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Subpart B); and to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law and the state finance law, in relation to market origin credits and fees (Subpart C)(Part FF); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to the tax on gaming revenues in certain regions; to amend part OOO of chapter 59 of the laws of 2021 amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law relating to the tax on gaming revenues, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof (Part GG); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to the utilization of funds in the Capital off-track betting corporations' capital acquisition funds (Part HH); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to enhancing the health and safety of thoroughbred horses; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part II); to amend the tax law and chapter 60 of the laws of 2016 amending the tax law relating to creating a farm workforce retention credit, in relation to extending the provisions thereof (Part JJ); to amend the agriculture and markets law and the tax law, in relation to the farm employer overtime credit (Part KK); to amend part H of chapter 59 of the laws of 2024 amending the tax law relating to the filing of amended returns under article 28 thereof, in relation to making technical corrections thereto (Part LL); to amend the tax law, in relation to vendor fees paid to certain vendor tracks; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part MM); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to members of the franchised corporation appointed by the New York racing association (Part NN); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to mobile sports tax revenue be used for problem gambling (Part OO); to extend the duration of certain brownfield redevelopment and remediation tax credits for certain sites (Part PP); to amend the tax law, in relation to the relief from sales tax liability provided to certain limited partners and members of limited liability companies (Part QQ); to amend the tax law, in relation to simplifying the property tax credit; and to repeal certain provisions of such law relating thereto (Part RR); to amend the tax law, in relation to authorizing an occupancy tax in the city of Auburn; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part SS); to amend the tax law, in relation to authorizing the city of Buffalo to impose a hotel and motel tax; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof (Part TT); to amend the tax law, in relation to geothermal energy systems tax credits (Part UU); to amend the tax law, in relation to the metropolitan commuter transportation mobility tax; and to amend the public authorities law, in relation to amending the rates of tax and the distribution of revenue therefrom (Part VV); to amend the tax law, in relation to sales and compensating use taxes for the metropolitan commuter transportation district; to amend the state finance law, in relation to the mass transportation operating assistance fund and the dedicated mass transportation trust fund; and to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the metropolitan transportation authority dedicated tax fund (Part WW); and to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the aggregate principal amount of bonds, notes or other obligations issued by the metropolitan transit authority, the triborough bridge and tunnel authority and the New York city transit authority (Part XX)
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: SUBSTITUTED BY A3009C
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OK bill #HB2117 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Civil procedure; enacting the Uniform Collaborative Law Act; effective date.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Uniform Collaborative Law Act, which establishes a structured alternative dispute resolution process where parties and their lawyers commit to resolving conflicts outside of court through a collaborative approach. The act defines a collaborative law process as a voluntary procedure where parties sign an agreement to work together to resolve a dispute, with each party represented by a specially designated collaborative lawyer. Key provisions include requirements for collaborative law participation agreements, which must be in writing and signed by all parties, outlining the nature and scope of the matter and identifying each party's collaborative lawyer. The bill provides detailed guidelines for beginning, conducting, and concluding a collaborative law process, including provisions for terminating the process, disqualifying lawyers from subsequent litigation, and maintaining confidentiality of communications during the process. The act includes safeguards for parties in potentially coercive or violent relationships and establishes privileged communication rules to protect the candor and openness of collaborative negotiations. Lawyers are required to assess the appropriateness of the collaborative approach for each case and inform parties about the process's voluntary nature and potential limitations. The bill aims to provide a structured, consensual method of dispute resolution that encourages cooperation, transparency, and mutually agreeable solutions while preserving the option to pursue traditional legal proceedings if collaboration fails.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to civil procedure; enacting the Uniform Collaborative Law Act; defining terms; providing for applicability of act; specifying requirements of collaborative law participation agreements; providing for beginning and ending of collaborative law process; requiring notice; providing for termination with or without cause; providing for continuation of collaborative law process under certain conditions; providing for procedures before certain tribunals; prescribing procedures; providing for status report; providing for issuance of emergency orders; authorizing approval of certain agreements; providing procedures related to disqualification of attorneys; providing for representation without fees; providing standard for income qualifications; providing for disqualification of attorneys representing governmental entities; providing for disclosure of information related to collaborative matters; providing for inapplicability of act to certain professional standards; imposing duties on attorney with respect to collaborative law participation agreements; requiring certain inquiry related to coercive or violent relationships; prescribing procedures; providing for confidentiality; providing for privilege with respect to collaborative law communications; providing for waiver of privilege; limiting scope of privilege; providing for authority of tribunal in case of noncompliance; providing for uniform application; providing for effect of act with respect to other laws; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Civil procedure
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Kannady (R)*, Brent Howard (R)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Sent to Governor
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CA bill #AB1301 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Electricity: Power Exchange.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill abolishes the Power Exchange, a nonprofit public benefit corporation previously established to facilitate an efficient, competitive electricity auction, and makes various conforming changes to California's electricity regulations. The bill removes all references to the Power Exchange from existing law, focusing instead on the Independent System Operator, which will continue to manage electricity transmission. Key modifications include eliminating provisions related to the Power Exchange's governance, removing sections detailing its composition and functions, and updating various sections of the Public Utilities Code to reflect its elimination. The bill maintains the Electricity Oversight Board's role in overseeing the Independent System Operator, but removes its previous responsibilities regarding the Power Exchange, such as approving board members or determining board composition. The legislation appears part of a broader effort to streamline California's electricity market structure by removing an intermediary institution and simplifying regulatory oversight. Technical changes throughout the bill replace references to the Power Exchange with references solely to the Independent System Operator, reflecting a more focused approach to electricity market management.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 330, 331, 335, 339, 340, 341.2, 341.5, 361, 365, 367, 373, 376, and 390 of, to repeal Sections 338 and 367.7 of, and to repeal Article 4 (commencing with Section 355) of Chapter 2.3 of Part 1 of Division 1 of, the Public Utilities Code, relating to electricity.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cottie Petrie-Norris (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Read second time. Ordered to Consent Calendar.
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NY bill #S06990 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Requires each agency to conduct exit surveys for employees resigning from state civil service; directs the state civil service commission to create an annual report on such surveys; exempts individual responses to exit surveys from the freedom of information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires state agencies to conduct and offer exit surveys and interviews for employees who are resigning from state civil service, with the goal of understanding why workers are leaving their jobs. By January 2027, each agency must provide the department with their existing exit survey policies, and the department will then create a comprehensive exit survey and interview protocol that includes questions about the employee's work experience and reasons for leaving. Agencies must offer electronic exit surveys to all resigning employees on a voluntary basis and make best efforts to conduct exit interviews with at least 30% of departing employees. These surveys and interviews should be offered as early as possible after an employee gives notice and completed before their last day of work. By March 30th each year, starting in 2028, the department will submit a report to state leadership that includes detailed statistical information about the number of employees surveyed and interviewed, as well as a summary analysis of the reasons employees are leaving, which may cover topics like career changes, work policies, compensation, workplace conflicts, and working conditions. Importantly, the bill also ensures that individual responses to these exit surveys will be kept confidential and exempt from the Freedom of Information Law, which should encourage more honest and candid feedback from departing employees.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the civil service law, in relation to requiring exit surveys for resigning employees
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• Introduced: 03/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert Jackson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/27/2025
• Last Action: ADVANCED TO THIRD READING
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SC bill #S0220 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Insurance Holding Company Regulatory Act
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates South Carolina's Insurance Holding Company Regulatory Act with several key provisions that enhance oversight and reporting requirements for insurance companies. The bill adds new definitions, including terms related to "group capital calculation" and "liquidity stress test" from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), and expands the Director of Insurance's authority to review and regulate insurance holding company systems. It requires insurers to file an annual enterprise risk report and group capital calculation, with specific exemptions for certain types of insurance holding company systems. The bill also mandates that insurers meeting certain criteria submit liquidity stress test results, introduces new confidentiality provisions for sensitive financial information, and allows the insurance director to share confidential information with other regulatory agencies under specific conditions. Additionally, the bill increases the investment limit from three to five percent for insurers investing in a single person or business entity, and establishes more detailed standards for transactions within insurance holding company systems, including requirements for fairness, cost-sharing, and maintaining adequate financial reserves. The changes aim to improve regulatory transparency, risk management, and financial oversight in the insurance industry.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 38-21-10, Relating To Definitions, So As To Define Terms; By Amending Section 38-21-30, Relating To The Authority Of Insurers To Invest In Securities Of Subsidiaries, So As To Include Health Maintenance Organizations; By Amending Section 38-21-70, Relating To Contents Of Statements, So As To Further Explain The Requirements Of Reporting The Description Of Transactions; By Amending Section 38-21-90, Relating To Approval By Commissioners Of Acquisition Of Control, So As To Require The Person Acquiring Control Of A Domestic Insurer To Maintain Or Restore Capital; By Amending Section 38-21-160, Relating To Information Which Need Not Be Disclosed In Registration Statements, So As To Designate That The Definition Does Not Apply For Other Purposes; By Amending Section 38-21-225, Relating To The Annual Enterprise Risk Report, So As To Identify Exemptions For Filing The Group Capital Calculation And To Require Filing Results Of The Liquidity Stress Test For Some Insurers; By Amending Section 38-21-250, Relating To Standards For Transactions Within Insurance Systems, So As To Outline Responsibilities Of The Director, Among Other Things; By Amending Section 38-21-290, Relating To Confidential Information, So As To Require The Director To Keep Group Capital Calculations, Group Capital Ratio And Liquidity Stress Test Results, And Supporting Disclosures Confidential, And To Add References To Third-party Consultants; By Amending Section 38-12-30, Relating To Definitions, So As To Add Affiliates And Subsidiaries To The Definition Of "person"; To Amend Section 38-12-220, Relating To Restrictions On Investments, So As To Include Affiliates And Subsidiaries; And By Amending Section 38-12-430, Relating To Asset Limitations For Insurer Holdings, So As To Include Affiliates And Subsidiaries. - Ratified Title
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ronnie Cromer (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Signed By Governor
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CA bill #AB1445 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Downtown revitalization and economic recovery financing districts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the ability to establish downtown revitalization and economic recovery financing districts beyond San Francisco to other cities and counties in California, with specific requirements for commercial-to-residential conversion projects. The bill allows local governments to create districts that can use incremental property tax revenues to finance projects that convert commercial buildings to residential use, with several key conditions: the project must be located in an area with at least 75% urban development, be in an area with over 20% commercial office building vacancy, and be within a transit priority area. Projects must dedicate at least 60% of square footage to residential use, with provisions for affordable housing requirements, such as setting aside a percentage of units for lower or very low-income households. The districts must establish a board, prepare an annual report, and hold public hearings, and can collect and redistribute tax revenues generated by the conversion projects for up to 30 years or until the district ceases to exist. The bill also mandates that these projects pay prevailing wages and comply with local labor standards, and requires local governments to submit annual reports to the Legislature about the projects financed by these districts. The goal is to encourage downtown revitalization, increase housing availability, and support economic recovery by incentivizing the conversion of underutilized commercial spaces into residential units.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 62450, 62451, 62452, 62453, 62455, 62456, 62457, 62458, 62459, 62460, 62461, and 62462 of, and to add Section 62451.5 to, the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Matt Haney (D)*, Ash Kalra (D), Alex Lee (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
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OK bill #SB535 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Oklahoma Open Records Act; modifying requirements for public body to complete certain records requests. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Oklahoma Open Records Act by introducing several key changes to how public bodies handle records requests. The bill expands the definition of a law enforcement agency to include state and local fire marshals when investigating potential criminal law violations, and updates various statutory references. It authorizes public bodies to require advance payment for records requests that are estimated to cost over $75 or when a requestor has outstanding fees from previous requests, with any overpayment to be returned to the requestor. The bill also allows public bodies to require requestors to complete a standardized request form and provides more specific guidelines for what constitutes a properly formulated records request. Specifically, a request must now specify a time frame for the records, seek identifiable records rather than general information, and include sufficiently specific search terms to help the public body locate the requested documents. If a public body has attempted to help clarify the request and the requestor still cannot provide a reasonably specific description, the public body may deny the request. Additionally, the bill adds a new exemption for records sought in pending civil litigation or criminal prosecution. The changes aim to provide public bodies with more structured processes for handling records requests while maintaining the principle of public access to government information.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Records Act; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Sections 24A.3, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 358, O.S.L. 2024, and 24A.5, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 116, O.S.L. 2024 (51 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 24A.3 and 24A.5), which relate to definitions and inspection and copying of records; modifying definition; authorizing public body to require advance payment for certain records requests; requiring return of portion of advance payment under certain circumstances; authorizing use of form for records requests; authorizing public body to request clarification for certain records requests; establishing requirements for specificity of records requests; allowing denial of records requests under certain circumstances; updating statutory references; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date. AMENDMENT NO. 1. Strike the title, enacting clause, and entire bill and insert: "An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Records Act; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Sections 24A.3, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 358, O.S.L. 2024, and 24A.5, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 116, O.S.L. 2024 (51 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 24A.3 and 24A.5), which relate to definitions and inspection and copying of records; modifying definition; authorizing public body to require advance payment for certain records requests; requiring return of portion of advance payment under certain circumstances; authorizing use of form for records requests; authorizing public body to request clarification for certain records requests; establishing requirements for specificity of records requests; allowing denial of records requests under certain circumstances; updating statutory references; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Julie Daniels (R)*, Daniel Pae (R)*
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: HAs read
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NY bill #A03000 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Makes appropriations for the support of government - State Operations Budget.
Status: Passed
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Bill Summary: AN ACT making appropriations for the support of government STATE OPERATIONS BUDGET
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: delivered to governor
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NJ bill #A5612 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Concerns parking violations that obstruct NJT bus operations and bicycle lanes in certain circumstances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive system for New Jersey Transit (NJT) to issue citations for vehicles obstructing bus lanes, bus stops, and bicycle lanes using bus obstruction monitoring systems (camera enforcement systems). The bill defines "covered violations" as stopping, standing, or parking in dedicated bus lanes, bus stop zones, or bicycle lanes without authorization, and outlines detailed procedures for implementing these monitoring systems. Under the bill, NJT will install cameras on buses to capture images of violations, with a designated employee reviewing the recorded images to determine if a violation occurred. The system includes strict privacy protections, such as not using facial recognition technology and limiting image retention to six months or 60 days after citation resolution. Vehicle owners will receive citations by mail, with a $45 fine for the first offense and increasing fines up to $135 for subsequent violations within 12 months. Before full enforcement, NJT will issue a 60-day warning period and provide public information about the program. The bill requires NJT to submit an annual report to the Governor and Legislature detailing citation numbers, revenue generated, and the program's impact on bus service efficiency. The primary goal is to improve transit reliability, reduce delays, and enhance safety for bus passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and other street users by keeping bus and bicycle lanes clear of obstructing vehicles.
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Bill Summary: This bill requires the New Jersey Transit Corporation (corporation) to issue citations for covered violations as evidenced by recorded images captured by bus obstruction monitoring systems. The bill requires a designated employee of the corporation or a contracted law enforcement agency to review recorded images for covered violations. The corporation is required to install and operate bus obstruction monitoring systems on buses owned and operated by the corporation, or operated under contract with the corporation, to capture recorded images of motor vehicles during the commission of a covered violation and to issue citations for covered violations. The number of buses to be equipped with bus obstruction monitoring systems is to be determined by the corporation. Under the bill, a bus obstruction monitoring system may only be used if it is operated by a bus obstruction monitoring system operator and a sign is affixed to the bus alerting drivers that the bus is equipped with a bus obstruction monitoring system. Under the bill, a bus obstruction monitoring system is to only retain recorded images of motor vehicles that contain evidence of a covered violation. Recorded images from a bus obstruction monitoring system may be retained for up to six months or 60 days after final disposition of the citation, whichever is later, if the record images contain evidence of a covered violation. If the recorded images do not contain evidence of a covered violation, the covered images are required to be destroyed within 15 days after the recorded images were first captured. Recorded images are to be stored on secured servers or encrypted digital storage systems that meet or exceed State information security standards established by the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness. Recorded images are not deemed a government record and are not to be discoverable as a government record by any person, entity, or governmental agency, except upon a subpoena issued by a grand jury or a court order in a criminal matter. Additionally, recorded images are not permitted to be offered as evidence in any civil or administrative proceeding not directly related to a covered violation. A bus obstruction monitoring system may not use biometric identification techniques, including facial recognition technology. A bus obstruction monitoring system operator is required to complete training by the manufacturer of the bus obstruction monitoring system in the procedures for setting up, testing, and operating the bus obstruction monitoring system. Upon completion of the training, the manufacturer is required to issue a signed certificate to the bus obstruction monitoring system operator, which certificate is to be admissible as evidence in any administrative or judicial proceeding for a covered violation. In addition, a bus obstruction monitoring system operator is required to perform manufacturer-specified functionality tests of each bus obstruction monitoring system prior to the start of daily service and at regular intervals throughout the day, as required by the manufacturer. Each test is to confirm proper operation of the camera, time and date stamp, location tracking, and image capture functions. A bus obstruction monitoring system operator is also required to complete and sign a test verification log for each bus obstruction monitoring system, which log is to meet certain requirements under the bill. Under the bill, no motor vehicle is permitted to stop, stand, or park in a dedicated bus lane, bus stop zone, or designated bicycle lane. Citations issued by a bus obstruction monitoring system for a covered violation may be contested on certain grounds as provided in the bill. An owner or operator of a motor vehicle who received a citation for a covered violation has 30 days from the date on which the citation was mailed to contest the alleged covered violation. If an owner or operator of a motor vehicle violates the bill's provisions, as captured by a bus obstruction monitoring system, the owner or operator of the motor vehicle is subject to a fine of $45 for the first offense. Subsequent offenses within that 12-month period are to increase by $45, with a maximum fine of $135 per offense. The corporation is permitted to retain any fines collected pursuant to the bill for the purposes of covering administrative costs of administering the bus obstruction monitoring system program. Any excess revenue from fines collected pursuant to the program is to be used to fund Access Link services. Additionally, the corporation is prohibited from entering into any agreement for bus obstruction monitoring systems or bus obstruction monitoring system operator services that bases contractor compensation on the amount of revenue generated in monetary fines collected. Prior to issuing any citations or fines for covered violations, the corporation is required to issue warning notices for 60 days following the date that active enforcement is implemented. The corporation is required to issue a public announcement regarding the corporation's implementation of the bus obstruction monitoring system and to provide the public with information about the bus obstruction monitoring system on the corporation's Internet website contemporaneous with the warning notice period. The bill requires the corporation to submit an annual report to the Governor and to the Legislature regarding the bus obstruction monitoring system, which report is to include certain information. With this bill, the sponsor intends to enhance safety for passengers boarding and alighting from buses particularly at designated bus stops, as well as for pedestrians, cyclists, and micro mobility users who often share curbside and lane space. By keeping bus stops, bus lanes, and adjacent bike lanes clear of obstructing motor vehicles, the bill aims to improve transit reliability, reduce delays, and promote safer and more accessible streets for all users.
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• Introduced: 04/10/2025
• Added: 05/06/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Clinton Calabrese (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Reported and Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee
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MT bill #SB74 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Generally revise marijuana laws
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill generally revises Montana's marijuana laws across several key areas. It updates definitions related to cannabis businesses, including clarifying terms like "controlling beneficial owner", "employee", and "financial interest" to provide more precise legal language about who can own or work in marijuana businesses. The bill modifies licensing requirements, removing probationary licensing options for testing laboratories and adjusting manufacturer licensing fees based on monthly concentrate production. It also changes reporting requirements for the marijuana hotline, making complaints confidential and giving the department more discretion in handling them. The bill revises property owner permission rules for licensing, allows more flexibility in measuring THC content for different marijuana product types (like allowing a 10% variance in THC concentration for capsules, tinctures, and other products), and provides clearer guidelines for third-party contracts in marijuana businesses. Additionally, the bill updates regulations around dispensaries, including allowing more nuanced arrangements between adult-use and medical marijuana dispensaries. Most provisions of the bill will become effective on October 1, 2025, with some sections taking effect immediately upon passage. The changes aim to refine and streamline Montana's marijuana regulatory framework, providing more clarity and flexibility for businesses operating in the state's cannabis industry.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING MARIJUANA LAWS; REVISING THE DEFINITION OF THE RETAIL PRICE OF MARIJUANA FOR TAX PURPOSES; REVISING THE DEFINITIONS OF "CONTROLLING BENEFICIAL OWNER","EMPLOYEE", AND "FINANCIAL INTEREST"; REVISING LAWS RELATED TO A THIRD-PARTY CONTRACT; REMOVING PROBATIONARY LICENSING OPTIONS FOR MARIJUANA TESTING LABORATORIES; REVISING MARIJUANA HOTLINE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS; REVISING PROVISIONS FOR PROPERTY OWNER PERMISSIONS ON LICENSE RENEWALS; REVISING MARIJUANA MANUFACTURER LICENSING FEES; ALLOWING FOR A VARIANCE IN THE MEASUREMENT OF A MARIJUANA PRODUCT SOLD AS A CAPSULE, TINCTURE, TOPICAL PRODUCT, SUPPOSITORY, TRANSDERMAL PATCH, AND OTHER MARIJUANA PRODUCTS; AMING SECTIONS 15-64-101, 16-12- 102, 16-12-104, 16-12-125, 16-12-203, 16-12-221, AND 16-12-224, MCA; AND PROVIDING EFFECTIVE DATES AND AN APPLICABILITY DATE.”
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joshua Kassmier (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 55
• Last Amended: 04/18/2025
• Last Action: (S) Signed by Governor
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CA bill #SB239 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Open meetings: teleconferencing: subsidiary body.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides new guidelines for "subsidiary bodies" (advisory groups that cannot take final actions) to conduct teleconference meetings with more flexible rules. Under the proposed law, these subsidiary bodies can use teleconferencing if they meet several requirements: all members must participate through audio and visual technology, provide at least one public access method for remote observation and participation (like a two-way audiovisual platform), designate physical meeting locations within their jurisdiction, ensure staff are present at those locations, post agendas at physical locations, and allow real-time public comments. Members must visibly appear on camera during open meetings, publicly disclose other individuals present in their remote location, and be listed in meeting minutes. The legislative body that creates the subsidiary body must approve teleconferencing by majority vote every 12 months, finding that such meetings would enhance public access and promote member diversity. The subsidiary body itself must approve teleconferencing by a two-thirds vote. The bill does not apply to bodies overseeing police, elections, or budgets, and any elected officials must follow existing teleconferencing rules. These provisions will remain in effect until January 1, 2030, and are designed to balance public access to meetings with protecting the privacy and personal information of public officials.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Section 54953.05 of the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jesse Arreguin (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
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MI bill #HB4465 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Criminal procedure: arrests; required removal of religious head coverings for police photographs; prohibit. Amends 1927 PA 175 (MCL 760.1 - 777.69) by adding sec. 25c to ch. IV.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Michigan's criminal procedure code to establish detailed protocols for handling arrests involving individuals wearing religious head coverings or garments. The legislation requires law enforcement to respect religious accommodations during booking photographs and arrests by ensuring that: (1) when an individual wearing religious garb is arrested, they can request a same-sex officer to be present during any garment removal, (2) booking photographs must be taken sensitively, with minimal exposure required, and with specific guidelines depending on the type of religious covering, and (3) these photographs are generally confidential and exempt from public disclosure. The bill allows limited exceptions to photo confidentiality, such as for investigative purposes, witness identification, or locating suspects in violent crimes. If a same-sex officer is unavailable or a safety risk exists, the same-sex requirement can be waived. Additionally, the bill mandates that if an arrested individual is not immediately released, they must be provided replacement religious garb that complies with facility rules. Importantly, any booking photographs taken in violation of these provisions must be destroyed and retaken in compliance with the new regulations, ensuring both religious respect and law enforcement needs are balanced.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled"The code of criminal procedure,"(MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 25c to chapter IV.
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• Introduced: 05/07/2025
• Added: 05/08/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 14 : Alabas Farhat (D)*, Erin Byrnes (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Mike McFall (D), Natalie Price (D), Jason Morgan (D), Morgan Foreman (D), Tonya Myers Phillips (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Peter Herzberg (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Tullio Liberati (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/07/2025
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CT bill #SB01283 • Last Action 05/08/2025
An Act Concerning The Adoption Of The Connecticut Uniform Collaborative Law Act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Connecticut Uniform Collaborative Law Act, which establishes a structured legal process for resolving family and domestic relations disputes outside of traditional court proceedings. The act defines a collaborative law process as a voluntary dispute resolution method where parties and their specially trained lawyers (collaborative lawyers) sign an agreement to work together to resolve issues such as divorce, child custody, support, adoption, and property distribution without court intervention. Key provisions include requirements for collaborative law participation agreements, confidentiality protections for communications during the process, and ethical guidelines for lawyers. The process can be terminated by any party at any time, and collaborative lawyers are generally disqualified from representing parties in subsequent court proceedings related to the matter. The bill includes important safeguards, such as requiring lawyers to assess potential power imbalances or history of violence before initiating the process and protecting the safety of participants. Collaborative lawyers must provide parties with comprehensive information about the process, its benefits, and risks before signing an agreement. The act will take effect on October 1, 2025, and aims to provide a more cooperative and less adversarial approach to resolving sensitive legal disputes, particularly in family law matters.
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Bill Summary: To adopt the Connecticut Uniform Collaborative Law Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: House Calendar Number 562
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NJ bill #A5638 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Establishes "Disability Mortality and Abuse Prevention Advisory Committee" in DHS; makes appropriation.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a temporary "Disability Mortality and Abuse Prevention Advisory Committee" within the New Jersey Department of Human Services to address issues affecting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The 13-member committee will be responsible for critically reviewing select cases of abuse, neglect, or exploitation, and deaths of individuals with disabilities, evaluating government systems' responses, and identifying areas for improvement in preventing and addressing such incidents. The committee will include representatives from various state agencies, healthcare professionals, disability rights advocates, and individuals with personal experience with developmental disabilities. Over a two-year period, the committee will conduct in-depth case reviews, analyze data, assess the effectiveness of current government systems, and develop recommendations to enhance the protection and support of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The committee's work will be strictly confidential, with members protected from legal questioning about their findings. At the end of the process, the Commissioner of Human Services will prepare a comprehensive report for the Governor and Legislature summarizing the committee's findings, highlighting the strengths of current service procedures, and comparing New Jersey's approach to other states. The bill includes an appropriation for necessary expenses and will automatically expire after the report's submission.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes a temporary "Disability Mortality and Abuse Prevention Advisory Committee" (advisory committee) in the Division of Developmental Disabilities in the Department of Human Services (DHS). The purpose of the advisory committee will be to: (1) critically review select cases of adults over the age of 18 with intellectual and developmental disabilities, who were survivors of abuse, neglect, or exploitation, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who have passed away; (2) evaluate government systems' responses to cases of abuse, neglect, or exploitation involving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who resided in a variety of settings including private homes, congregate settings, and State-funded placement; (3) identify areas for improvement in preventing abuse, neglect, and exploitation against adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities; explore methods to enhance accountability concerning cases of abuse, neglect, or exploitation among State-funded disability services providers; and (4) suggest measures to fortify the reporting and investigatory process concerning cases of abuse, neglect, or exploitation involving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and to improve the investigatory experience for disability services clients and their families. The advisory committee will be composed of 13 members to be appointed by the Commissioner of Human Services, as follows: a licensed physician with experience providing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; a representative from the Bureau of Guardianship Services; a representative from Adult Protective Services; an individual with an intellectual or developmental disability; two family members of an individual with an intellectual or developmental disability; a representative from the Division of Developmental Disabilities; a representative from the Department of Children and Families; a professional with experience in child abuse investigations in New Jersey; a representative from the Office of Program Integrity and Accountability; a representative from a Department of Children and Families-contracted or funded residential provider agency serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who 18 years of age or older; a representative from a Division of Developmental Disabilities-licensed residential provider agency serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are 21 years of age or older; and a representative from Disability Rights New Jersey. The advisory committee will have the duty and responsibility to: (1) develop and implement protocols and procedures that allow the advisory committee to operate in accordance with applicable State and federal laws; (2) identify, and conduct a thorough review of, select cases of deceased adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are survivors of abuse, neglect, or exploitation; (3) collect, analyze, and interpret data and information obtained from the selected cases reviewed under the bill; (4) assess the effectiveness of government systems in responding to, and identifying, instances of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities while receiving services from State-funded or State-licensed agencies, and identify practices that help maintain the health and safety of individuals with disabilities; (5) assess the effectiveness of government systems in responding to and assessing instances of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities; and (6) submit the advisory committee's findings and recommendations to the Departments of Human Services and Children and Families. The Department of Human Services may contract with a consultant to support the committee with project management, research, and technical expertise to assist the advisory committee in fulfilling its duties and responsibilities under the bill. The bill authorizes the DHS and the Department of Children and Families to provide confidential client information and records to the advisory committee. The bill establishes certain recordkeeping and confidentiality requirements and protections for the advisory committee, its members, and its activities. No later than 27 months after the effective date of this bill, the Commissioner of Human Services will review the advisory committee's findings and recommendations and prepare and submit a report to the Governor and the Legislature. This report is required to: summarize the advisory committee's findings and recommendations; detail the strengths of current procedures concerning the provision of services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the State; and compare the State's current process for providing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with other states in the country. The bill appropriates from the General Fund to the Department of Human Services such sums as are necessary to implement the provisions of the bill. The provisions of the bill will take effect 90 days after the date of enactment, except that the Commissioners of Human Services and Children and Families may take any necessary anticipatory administrative action in advance. This provisions of the bill will expire upon submission of the report required under the bill.
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• Introduced: 05/05/2025
• Added: 05/10/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shanique Speight (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/09/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee
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NJ bill #A5629 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Makes victims of motor vehicle accidents eligible for VCCO compensation under certain circumstances; establishes Traffic Crash Victim's Bill of Rights.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the eligibility for victims of crime compensation through the Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO) to include motor vehicle crashes involving a fatality or requiring ambulance transport. The bill establishes a comprehensive Traffic Crash Victim's Bill of Rights that provides several key protections and entitlements for crash victims. These rights include: the ability to obtain free copies of police and investigation reports, photographs, audio and video recordings related to the crash; the right to be notified of and participate in court proceedings, including providing impact statements; the right to take reasonable leave from work to attend Motor Vehicle Commission hearings or exercise legal rights; protection from intimidation or harassment by the other driver involved in the crash; eligibility for compensation and assistance under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act; and the right to receive information about their legal rights from law enforcement agencies. The bill effectively broadens support and legal protections for individuals who have been involved in motor vehicle crashes, recognizing them as potential victims who may require assistance and support similar to victims of other types of crimes.
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Bill Summary: This bill makes victims of motor vehicle accidents eligible for compensation from the Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO) under certain circumstances and establishes the Traffic Crash Victim's Bill of Rights. Under current law, victims of certain crimes are eligible to receive compensation from the VCCO for certain expenses, including certain medical bills, counseling, loss of earnings, and funeral costs. This bill expands the crimes for which compensation is available to also include a motor vehicle crash involving a fatality or the removal of a victim from the scene of the crash by an ambulance. In addition, this bill establishes the Traffic Crash Victim's Bill of Rights. The bill provides that traffic crash victims are entitled to the following rights: 1) To obtain, upon request, a free, timely copy of the initial police report and, upon completion, any investigation report, evidence, and materials related to the crash, including but not limited to any follow-up report and documents, photographs taken at the scene of the crash or during postmortem examination, audio and video recordings from body worn cameras as defined under current law, audio and video recordings from the motor vehicle, any other audio or video recordings of the crash, and any summonses that were issued. These provisions are not to be construed as limiting or restricting any rights pursuant to the provisions of the open public records act; 2) To be notified of court proceedings and be permitted to give an impact statement in related adjudicatory proceedings, including any hearing regarding the suspension or revocation of the driver's license of the other driver; 3) To have the right to reasonable leave from the person's employer to participate in any hearings conducted by the Motor Vehicle Commission that are related to the motor vehicle crash or exercising any other rights provided by law; 4) To be free from intimidation, threats, or harassment from the other driver; 5) To be eligible to receive compensation and assistance pursuant to the provisions of the "Criminal Injuries Compensation Act of 1971"; and 6) To receive, upon request of information from a law enforcement agency regarding the crash, a copy of the provisions set forth in the bill and information provided by the Victims of Crime Compensation Office regarding the rights set forth in the bill.
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• Introduced: 05/05/2025
• Added: 05/09/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Rosaura Bagolie (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/09/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee
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IL bill #HB2547 • Last Action 05/08/2025
VETERANS AFFAIRS
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Replaces multiple references to "Department of Veterans' Affairs" with "Department of Veterans Affairs" across numerous Illinois state laws and statutes. This is essentially a technical correction to update the official name of the department throughout state code. The bill affects a wide range of laws touching on various areas such as state employee benefits, identification cards, veterans' services, healthcare, education, licensing, and more. The change is purely nominal and does not substantively alter the department's powers, duties, or functions. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law, and the updates are applied consistently across different sections of Illinois state law to ensure uniform terminology. The primary purpose appears to be standardizing the department's official name and ensuring linguistic consistency in state legal documents.
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Bill Summary: Amends various Acts by replacing all references to the "Department of Veterans' Affairs" with "Department of Veterans Affairs". Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Dan Swanson (R)*, Li Arellano (R)*, Stephanie Kifowit (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading May 13, 2025
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NJ bill #A2813 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Enters NJ in Social Work Licensure Compact.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enters New Jersey into the Social Work Licensure Compact, a comprehensive interstate agreement designed to facilitate the practice of social work across multiple states. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce licensing bureaucracy, and support professional mobility by creating a multistate licensure system. Key provisions include establishing a comprehensive data system to track social worker licenses, creating a commission to oversee the compact's implementation, and defining clear requirements for social workers to obtain a multistate license. Social workers seeking a multistate license must meet specific educational, examination, and practice requirements depending on their licensure category (clinical, master's, or bachelor's level), pass background checks, and maintain an unencumbered license in their home state. The compact allows social workers to practice in any member state under a single multistate license, while ensuring that each state retains the ability to regulate practice and take disciplinary action to protect public health and safety. The bill establishes a robust governance structure, including a commission with rulemaking authority, and provides detailed mechanisms for interstate cooperation, license recognition, and professional accountability.
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Bill Summary: Enters NJ in Social Work Licensure Compact.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 20 : Lou Greenwald (D)*, Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D)*, Shanique Speight (D)*, Angela Mcknight (D)*, Vin Gopal (D)*, Anthony Verrelli (D), Reginald Atkins (D), Bill Moen (D), Carmen Morales (D), William Sampson (D), Robert Karabinchak (D), Michele Matsikoudis (R), Garnet Hall (D), Tennille McCoy (D), Linda Carter (D), Paul Moriarty (D), Gordon Johnson (D), Benjie Wimberly (D), Declan O'Scanlon (R), Shirley Turner (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: Approved P.L.2025, c.51.
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NY bill #A03006 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Enacts into law major components of legislation necessary to implement the state education, labor, housing and family assistance budget for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year; relates to contracts for excellence; relates to calculation of state aid to school districts; relates to a statewide dual enrollment policy; extends workforce education; relates to maximum class sizes for special education; extends chapter 82 of the laws of 1995; relates to foundation aid; provides for special apportionment f
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Enacts a comprehensive budget implementation act for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year that makes numerous modifications to state education, labor, housing, and family assistance programs. The bill includes significant changes to school funding, such as adjusting foundation aid calculations, modifying contracts for excellence requirements, and establishing a statewide dual enrollment program policy. It introduces new provisions for school districts, including requirements for zero-emissions school buses, changes to transportation aid, and modifications to special education class size limitations. The bill also creates a new Housing Access Voucher Pilot Program to provide rental assistance for homeless or housing-insecure individuals, updates unemployment insurance benefits, and makes various technical amendments to state education, labor, and finance laws. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for creating a City of Buffalo Parking Authority, adjusting various state fund transfers, and making changes to discovery procedures in criminal cases. The legislation covers a wide range of policy areas, from education and housing to labor and criminal justice, with the overarching goal of implementing the state's fiscal and policy priorities for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to contracts for excellence; to amend the education law, in relation to foundation aid; to amend the education law, in relation to the establishment of a statewide dual enrollment program policy; to amend the education law, in relation to allowable transportation expenses; to amend the education law, in relation to universal pre-kindergarten and the Statewide universal full-day pre-kindergarten program; to amend the education law, in relation to state aid adjustments; to amend the education law, in relation to the apportionment of moneys for school aid; to amend chapter 378 of the laws of 2010 amending the education law relating to paperwork reduction, in relation to extending the provisions thereof; to amend the education law and the general business law, in relation to requirements for zero-emissions school buses; to amend chapter 756 of the laws of 1992 relating to funding a program for work force education conducted by the consortium for worker education in New York city, in relation to reimbursement for the 2025-2026 school year withholding a portion of employment preparation education aid and in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend the education law, in relation to maximum class sizes for special classes for certain students with disabilities; to amend chapter 82 of the laws of 1995 amending the education law and other laws relating to state aid to school districts and the appropriation of funds for the support of government, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend part C of chapter 56 of the laws of 2020 directing the commissioner of education to appoint a monitor for the Rochester city school district, establishing the powers and duties of such monitor and certain other officers and relating to the apportionment of aid to such school district, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter of the laws of 2020 authorizing the commissioner of education to appoint a monitor to oversee the Hempstead union free school district and establishing the powers and duties of such monitor, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 18 of the laws of 2020 authorizing the commissioner of education to appoint a monitor to oversee the Wyandanch union free school district and establishing the powers and duties of the monitor, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 89 of the laws of 2016 relating to supplementary funding for dedicated programs for public school students in the East Ramapo central school district, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend the education law, in relation to creating safe harbors and a phase-in period for compliance with certain sections of such law relating to instruction at nonpublic schools; providing for special apportionment for salary expenses; providing for special apportionment for public pension accruals; to amend chapter of the laws of 1996 authorizing the Roosevelt union free school district to finance deficits by the issuance of serial bonds, in relation to an apportionment for salary expenses; providing for set-asides from the state funds which certain districts are receiving from the total foundation aid; providing for support of public libraries; and to repeal certain provisions of the education law relating to calculation of school aid (Part A); to amend the education law, in relation to establishing a universal free school meals program; and to repeal section 925 of the education law relating to the community eligibility provision state subsidy (Part B); to amend the education law, in relation to student use of internet-enabled devices during the school day (Part C); to amend the education law in relation to scholarships awarded to part-time students by the New York state higher education services corporation; to amend the education law, in relation to making conforming changes; to repeal section 666 of the education law, relating to tuition awards for part-time undergraduate students; and to repeal section 667-c-1 of the education law relating to the New York state part-time scholarship award program (Part D); to amend the education law, in relation to excelsior scholarship awarded to students by the New York state higher education services corporation (Part E); to amend the education law, in relation to creating a New York opportunity promise scholarship (Part F); intentionally omitted (Part G); intentionally omitted (Part H); intentionally omitted (Part I); intentionally omitted (Part J); intentionally omitted (Part K); to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to reduction of taxes pursuant to shelter rent (Part L); intentionally omitted (Part M); to utilize reserves in the mortgage insurance fund for various housing purposes (Part N); to amend part N of chapter 56 of the laws of 2020, amending the social services law relating to restructuring financing for residential school placements, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part O); to amend the social services law, in relation to certification of child care support centers to place substitute caregivers in licensed and registered child care programs (Part P); to amend the social services law, in relation to improving infancy health by increasing public assistance allowances to certain persons (Part Q); to amend the social services law, in relation to increasing the standards of monthly need for aged, blind and disabled persons living in the community (Part R); to amend part W of chapter of the laws of 2016 amending the social services law relating to the powers and duties of the commissioner of social services relating to the appointment of a temporary operator, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part S); to amend the labor law, in relation to revising the healthy terminals act (Part T); to amend the labor law, in relation to limiting liquidated damages in certain frequency of pay violations (Part U); to amend the labor law, in relation to civil penalties for violations of certain provisions for the payment of wages (Part V); to amend the labor law, in relation to the civil penalties for violations of child labor laws (Part W); to amend the labor law and the education law, in relation to digitizing the process by which minors apply for employment certificates or working papers; and to repeal certain provisions of the labor law and the education law relating thereto (Part X); to amend the veterans' services law, in relation to annuity to be paid to parents, spouses, and minor children of service members who died while on active duty; and to authorize the commissioner of veterans' services to conduct an outreach program for the purpose of informing the public and persons who may be eligible to receive an annuity (Part Y); intentionally omitted (Part Z); in relation to requiring the submission of an annual report on the New York state museum (Part AA); to amend the labor law, in relation to decreasing the length of the suspension period applicable to certain striking workers who seek to obtain unemployment insurance benefits (Part BB); to amend the social services law, in relation to the maintenance of effort requirements of social services districts in providing child care assistance under the child care block grant (Part CC); to amend the penal law, in relation to evading arrest by concealment of identity (Part DD); to amend the correction law, in relation to merit time allowance and limited credit time allowance (Part EE); in relation to authorizing the commissioner of education to appoint a monitor to oversee the Mount Vernon city school district and establishing the powers and duties of such monitor; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part FF); to amend the general business law, the real property law and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to providing expanded homeownership opportunities from the conversion of certain residential rental buildings to condominium status by property owners that commit to the stewardship of permanently affordable units and the preservation of expiring affordable housing inventory in the city of New York; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof (Part GG); to amend the public housing law, in relation to establishing the housing access voucher pilot program (Part HH); to amend section 2 of chapter 868 of the laws of 1975 constituting the New York state financial emergency act for the city of New York, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part II); to amend the public authorities law, in relation to establishing the city of Buffalo parking authority (Part JJ); to amend the labor law, in relation to increasing the maximum benefit rate for unemployment insurance (Part KK); to amend the criminal procedure law, in relation to discovery reform (Part LL); and in relation to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2025-2026 budget, authorizing certain payments and transfers; to amend the state finance law, in relation to the administration of certain funds and accounts, in relation to the effectiveness thereof, and in relation to interest owed on outstanding balances of debt; to amend part XX of chapter 56 of the laws of 2024, amending the state finance law and other laws relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2023-2024 budget, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend the state finance law, in relation to the school tax relief fund; to amend the state finance law, in relation to the dedicated infrastructure investment fund; authorizing the comptroller to transfer up to $25,000,000 from various state bond funds to the general debt service fund for the purposes of redeeming or defeasing outstanding state bonds; to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to housing program bonds and notes; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes by the dedicated highway and bridge trust fund; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for city university facilities; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for library construction projects; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for state university educational facilities; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for locally sponsored community colleges; to amend the New York state medical care facilities finance agency act, in relation to the issuance of mental health services facilities improvement bonds and notes; to amend part K of chapter 81 of the laws of 2002, relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2002-2003 budget, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes to finance capital costs related to homeland security; to amend the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for purposes of funding office of information technology services project costs; to amend chapter 329 of the laws of 1991, amending the state finance law and other laws relating to the establishment of the dedicated highway and bridge trust fund, in relation to the issuance of funds to the thruway authority; to amend the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes to fund costs for statewide equipment; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for purposes of financing environmental infrastructure projects; to amend part D of chapter 389 of the laws of 1997, relating to the financing of the correctional facilities improvement fund and the youth facility improvement fund, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the youth facilities improvement fund; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing peace bridge projects and capital costs of state and local highways; to amend the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds for economic development initiatives; to amend part Y of chapter 61 of the laws of 2005, relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2005-2006 budget, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing capital projects for the division of military and naval affairs and initiative of the state police; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing the construction of the New York state agriculture and markets food laboratory; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to authorization for the issuance of bonds for the capital restructuring financing program, the health care facility transformation programs, and the essential health care provider program; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds or notes for the purpose of assisting the metropolitan transportation authority in the financing of transportation facilities; to amend part D of chapter 389 of the laws of 1997, relating to the financing of the correctional facilities improvement fund and the youth facility improvement fund, in relation to the issuance of certain bonds and notes; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to funds for the department of health and financing through the dormitory authority; to amend the public health law, in relation to the department of health income fund; to amend chapter 174 of the laws of 1968 constituting the urban development corporation act, in relation to personal income tax revenue anticipation notes; to amend the state finance law, in relation to certain revenue bonds; to repeal certain provisions of the state finance law relating to the accident prevention course internet, and other technology pilot program fund, relating to the required contents of the budget, relating to the deposit of receipts derived from certain indirect cost assessments and relating to the New York state storm recovery capital fund; to repeal certain provisions of the urban development corporation act relating to funding project costs for restoring state properties damaged as a result of Storm Sandy; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof (Part MM)
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 05/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: substituted by s3006c
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ME bill #LD1747 • Last Action 05/08/2025
An Act to Repeal and Replace the Charter of the Yarmouth Water District
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals and replaces the existing Charter of the Yarmouth Water District, establishing a comprehensive framework for a water utility serving the towns of Yarmouth and North Yarmouth in Cumberland County, Maine. The bill defines the district's territorial limits, purposes, and governance structure, with the primary goal of supplying potable water for various community needs. Key provisions include granting the district broad powers to acquire water sources, construct infrastructure, and exercise eminent domain, while establishing a five-member board of trustees elected from both towns. The bill outlines detailed provisions for trustee elections, terms, and responsibilities, including restrictions on trustee eligibility and compensation. It also provides the district with financial authorities, such as the ability to borrow money, issue bonds, and set water rates to cover operational expenses and debt service. The proposed charter includes mechanisms for managing water resources, crossing public utility properties, and assuming existing water-related contracts. Importantly, the bill is subject to voter approval through a referendum in the Towns of Yarmouth and North Yarmouth, where residents will vote on whether to adopt the new charter within two years of the act's effective date.
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Bill Summary: This bill repeals and replaces the Charter of the Yarmouth Water District, subject to voter approval.
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• Introduced: 04/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 2 : Art Bell (D)*, Annie Graham (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 04/18/2025
• Last Action: Voted: OTP-AM
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OK bill #SB626 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Security Breach Notification Act; requiring notice of security breach of certain information; modifying provisions. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Oklahoma's Security Breach Notification Act with several key provisions aimed at enhancing data protection and breach reporting requirements. The bill expands the definition of personal information to include additional identifiers like biometric data and unique electronic identifiers, and clarifies what constitutes a security breach. It requires entities that experience a data breach to provide notice to affected residents and, in most cases, to the Attorney General within 60 days, with specific details about the breach including its date, nature, type of information exposed, and number of residents affected. The bill introduces the concept of "reasonable safeguards" and provides a tiered approach to civil penalties, with entities using reasonable safeguards and providing timely notice potentially avoiding significant financial penalties. Entities are now required to notify the Attorney General about breaches affecting 500 or more state residents, with some exemptions for financial institutions and credit bureaus. The bill also updates compliance standards for different types of organizations, such as financial institutions and healthcare entities, and sets an effective date of January 1, 2026, giving organizations time to adjust to the new requirements. The maximum civil penalty for a breach remains $150,000, but the bill introduces more nuanced penalty calculations based on the breach's magnitude and the entity's actions.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Security Breach Notification Act; amending 24 O.S. 2021, Sections 162, 163, 164, 165, and 166, which relate to definitions, duty to disclose breach, notice, enforcement, and application; modifying definitions; requiring notice of security breach of certain information; requiring notice to Attorney General under certain circumstances; specifying contents of required notice; providing exemptions from certain notice requirements; requiring confidentiality of certain information submitted to Attorney General; authorizing Attorney General to promulgate rules; clarifying compliance with certain notice requirements; modifying authorized civil penalties for certain violations; providing exemptions from certain liability; limiting liability for violations under certain circumstances; modifying applicability of act; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date. AMENDMENT NO. 1. , line 14, delete after the word "subsection" the words "A, B, or C" and insert the words "A or B" AMENDMENT NO. 2. , lines 12 and 13, delete the inserted subsection G in its entirety AMENDMENT NO. 3. , line 21, delete after the word "subsection" the words "A, B, or C" and insert the words "A or B" AMENDMENT NO. 4. , line 2, delete after the word "subsection" the words "A, B, or C" and insert the words "A or B" and amend title to conform Passed the House of Representatives the 7th day of May, 2025. Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives Passed the Senate the ____ day of __________, 2025. Presiding Officer of the Senate ENGROSSED SENATE BILL NO. 626 By: Howard of the Senate and Pfeiffer of the House An Act relating to the Security Breach Notification Act; amending 24 O.S. 2021, Sections 162, 163, 164, 165, and 166, which relate to definitions, duty to disclose breach, notice, enforcement, and application; modifying definitions; requiring notice of security breach of certain information; requiring notice to Attorney General under certain circumstances; specifying contents of required notice; providing exemptions from certain notice requirements; requiring confidentiality of certain information submitted to Attorney General; authorizing Attorney General to promulgate rules; clarifying compliance with certain notice requirements; modifying authorized civil penalties for certain violations; providing exemptions from certain liability; limiting liability for violations under certain circumstances; modifying applicability of act; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brent Howard (R)*, John Pfeiffer (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: HAs read
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SC bill #H3752 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Social Work Interstate Compact Act
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Social Work Interstate Compact Act, which creates a framework for social workers to practice across multiple states more easily. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services by allowing licensed social workers to obtain a multistate authorization to practice, which enables them to provide services in any member state without obtaining additional licenses. Key provisions include establishing eligibility criteria for social workers to participate in the compact, creating a coordinated database for tracking licensure and adverse actions, and forming a Social Work Compact Commission to oversee the implementation and administration of the compact. The bill requires social workers to maintain an active, unencumbered license in their home state, pass a national qualifying exam, and adhere to the laws and scope of practice in the state where they are providing services. Additionally, the bill mandates that initial license applicants undergo both state and federal criminal background checks, with the results to be kept confidential. The compact seeks to support military families, address workforce shortages, facilitate telehealth services, and enhance interstate cooperation in regulating social work practice while maintaining each state's ability to protect public health and safety.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Enacting The "social Work Interstate Compact Act" By Adding Article 3 To Chapter 63, Title 40 So As To Provide The Purpose, Functions, Operations, And Definitions Concerning The Compact; By Adding Section 40-63-32 So As To Provide Applicants For Initial Licensure As A Social Worker Shall Undergo Certain Criminal Records Checks, And To Provide For The Confidentiality And Permitted Uses Of The Results Of These Criminal Records Checks; And To Designate The Existing Provisions Of Chapter 63, Title 40 As Article 1, Entitled "general Provisions."
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Doug Gilliam (R)*, Brian Lawson (R), Tommy Pope (R), Cody Mitchell (R), Brandon Guffey (R), Melissa Oremus (R), Gary Brewer (R), Don Chapman (R), Mark Smith (R), Brandon Cox (R), Weston Newton (R), Rosalyn Henderson-Myers (D)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Roll call Yeas-98 Nays-11
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IL bill #HB3500 • Last Action 05/08/2025
ABLE ACCOUNT PROGRAM INFO
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates references and requirements related to the Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program across multiple state laws. It changes references from the "Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program" to the "Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program" in various statutes. Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, the bill requires school districts to provide informational materials about the Illinois ABLE account program to parents or guardians of students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 Plans. Additionally, for families receiving early intervention services, the bill mandates that regional intake offices provide informational materials about the ABLE account program during the initial development and review of Individual Family Service Plans. These materials must include an overview of the program, eligibility criteria, and enrollment information. The Office of the State Treasurer is responsible for preparing and delivering these informational materials to the appropriate agencies, who will then distribute them to families. The goal is to help families of individuals with disabilities understand this financial tool that can assist with long-term disability-related expenses and potentially improve economic independence.
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Bill Summary: Amends the School Code. Provides that beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, a school district shall provide informational materials about the Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program (rather than the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program) annually to the parent or guardian of a student who has a section 504 Plan under the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, using the same distribution methods employed for other communications related to the student's section 504 Plan. Removes language providing that a school may transmit the informational material to a parent or guardian in the same manner as other documents and information related to an Individualized Education Program meeting are provided to the parent or guardian. Amends the Department of Early Childhood Act and the Early Intervention Services System Act. In provisions requiring individualized family service plans for children receiving early intervention services, provides that during the initial development of an individual family service plan and at each review meeting of the service plan, the regional intake offices shall provide the parent or guardian with informational materials about the Illinois (ABLE) account program. Requires the informational materials to include an overview of the Illinois ABLE account program, eligibility criteria, and other necessary enrollment information. Requires the Office of the State Treasurer to prepare and deliver the informational materials about the Illinois ABLE account for distribution to regional intake offices which shall subsequently disseminate the informational materials to parents and guardians in the same manner as they transmit other documents to families. Makes technical changes to the State Treasurer Act to change the name of the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program to the Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Suzanne Ness (D)*, Paul Faraci (D)*, Sue Scherer (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Mike Porfirio (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading May 13, 2025
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NY bill #S03000 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Makes appropriations for the support of government - State Operations Budget.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes appropriations for the support of New York State government's state operations for the fiscal year 2025-26. Key provisions include: This bill authorizes state government agencies to spend specific amounts of money for their operational expenses, with several important provisions governing how those funds can be used. The bill allows for transfers and interchanges between appropriations with budget director approval, permits funds to be used for expenses already incurred, and includes specific guidelines for handling potential budget imbalances. For example, if a general fund imbalance of $2 billion or more is projected, the budget director can withhold appropriated funds, with certain exemptions like public assistance payments and debt service. The bill also defines terms like "estimated general fund receipts" and "estimated general fund disbursements" and establishes a process for the legislature to potentially develop an alternative fund withholding plan. Additionally, the bill provides detailed appropriations for various state agencies like the Adirondack Park Agency, Office for the Aging, Department of Agriculture and Markets, and many others, specifying exact amounts for different operational categories like personal services, supplies, travel, and contractual services.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT making appropriations for the support of government STATE OPERATIONS BUDGET
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: SUBSTITUTED BY A3000D
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NY bill #S03003 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Makes appropriations for the support of government - Aid to Localities Budget.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: Based on the provided bill text, here is a summary: This bill makes appropriations for various aid to localities programs across different state agencies for the fiscal year 2025-2026. The bill covers multiple areas including economic development, agriculture, arts, and criminal justice. Key provisions include: For economic development, the bill provides funding for centers of excellence in various technological and scientific domains, such as bioinformatics, environmental systems, nanoelectronics, and agricultural innovation. It allocates funds for technology development organizations, industrial technology extension services, and high technology matching grant programs. The bill authorizes spending for local tourism promotion, research development, and training and business assistance programs. Notably, it includes provisions for matching federal grants and support for innovation hot spots and business incubators. The funding is subject to several conditions, including that no funds shall be expended until the director of the budget has approved a specific spending plan. The bill allows for funds to be transferred or suballocated between different departments and agencies as needed. The appropriations are made from various fund sources, including the General Fund, Federal Miscellaneous Operating Grants Fund, and Special Revenue Funds. The total appropriations across all funds amount to $72,822,000 for the fiscal year 2025-2026. The bill also includes standard budget language allowing for flexibility in fund usage, such as the ability to cover prior year liabilities and make interfund transfers with budget director approval.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT making appropriations for the support of government AID TO LOCALITIES BUDGET
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: DELIVERED TO GOVERNOR
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MT bill #SB380 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Generally revise laws related to motor vehicle laws
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous comprehensive revisions to Montana's motor vehicle laws, addressing a wide range of areas including licensing, registration, vehicle titles, and administrative procedures. Here is a summary of the key provisions: This bill updates various motor vehicle-related statutes to modernize and streamline vehicle and driver licensing processes. It lowers the minimum age for obtaining a driver's license from 16 to 15 years old, extends the expiration period for commercial driver's licenses from 4 to 8 years, and includes the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in the list of U.S. territories that can issue driver's licenses. The bill facilitates more electronic transactions by allowing electronic title processing and expanding digital credential options. It revises disability parking permit requirements, dealer licensing rules, and vehicle registration procedures. The legislation also makes technical changes to license plate regulations, including provisions for collector vehicle plates and changes to plate numbering systems. Additionally, the bill updates definitions across various motor vehicle-related statutes, modernizes administrative processes for the Department of Justice, and repeals several outdated sections of existing law. The changes aim to improve efficiency, clarify existing regulations, and adapt motor vehicle laws to current technological and administrative practices.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING LAWS RELATED TO MOTOR VEHICLES; INCLUDING THE COMMONWEALTH OF THE NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS IN A LIST OF UNITED STATES TERRITORIES ISSUING DRIVER'S LICENSES AND OTHER IDENTIFICATIONS; REVISING DISABILITY PARKING PERMIT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS; REVISING DEFINITIONS; REVISING VEHICLE TITLE LAWS; REVISING VEHICLE REGISTRATION LAWS; ALLOWING THE DEPARTMENT AND CERTAIN APPLICANTS TO CONDUCT MORE BUSINESS ELECTRONICALLY; REORGANIZING DEFINITIONS IN TITLE 61, CHAPTER 3, PART 4, MCA; REVISING LICENSE PLATE LAWS; REVISING THE MINIMUM AGE FOR A DRIVER'S LICENSE; REVISING CERTAIN EXPIRATIONS FOR COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSES; REVISING STATUTES FOR THE CANCELLATION OF LICENSES; PROVIDING DEFINITIONS; AMING SECTIONS 2-6-1501, 49-4-303, 61-1-101, 61-3-109, 61-3-201, 61-3-202, 61-3-204, 61-3-210, 61- 3-217, 61-3-220, 61-3-224, 61-3-303, 61-3-321, 61-3-401, 61-3-405, 61-3-412, 61-3-413, 61-4-101, 61-4-125, 61-4-128, 61-4-129, 61-4-225, 61-4-301, 61-5-105, 61-5-111, 61-5-119, 61-5-201, 61-8-1016, 61-8-1017, 61-8- 1032, AND 61-12-501, MCA; AND REPEALING SECTIONS 61-3-413, 61-3-426, 61-3-473, AND 61-5-209, MCA.”
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shelley Vance (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 49
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Chapter Number Assigned
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NH bill #HB66 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Relative to material subject to disclosure under the right to know law.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands New Hampshire's Right to Know law by making several key changes to public records access. It replaces references to "citizens" with "any person," which means that anyone, not just New Hampshire residents, can request governmental records. The bill now requires public bodies to disclose preliminary drafts of documents that have been distributed to a quorum or majority of the public body, broadening the scope of available records. The legislation also introduces more flexible methods for requesting documents, allowing people to request records electronically or by mail without physically appearing at government offices. Public bodies must provide electronic records in their existing format, though they are not required to convert records to new formats or provide electronic access if doing so would be technologically challenging or compromise their record-keeping system. Additionally, the bill modifies the appeals process for Right to Know ombudsman decisions, ensuring that the ombudsman's ruling is attached to and considered in any superior court appeal, and eliminating filing fees for such appeals. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage and is expected to potentially increase administrative workload for government agencies, though the fiscal impact is considered indeterminable.
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Bill Summary: This bill allows any person to invoke the right to know law, includes preliminary drafts of documents that are distributed to a quorum of a body among the materials that must be disclosed, allows persons to request documents in either paper or electronic form, and modifies the manner in which the right to know ombudsman's ruling may be appealed to superior court.
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• Introduced: 12/23/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Bob Lynn (R)*, Jess Edwards (R), Katelyn Kuttab (R), Marjorie Smith (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 01/04/2025
• Last Action: Inexpedient to Legislate, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote === BILL KILLED ===; 05/08/2025; Senate Journal 12
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MT bill #HB100 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Generally revise public record laws
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill generally revises public record laws, establishing comprehensive requirements and standards for public information requests across state agencies. The legislation aims to create more consistent and predictable processes for accessing public information by setting clear timelines, response protocols, and fee structures for public agencies that are not local governments. Key provisions include requiring agencies to acknowledge public information requests within 5 business days, establishing response deadlines of 90 days (or up to 6 months with written justification), and creating a structured fee system that limits hourly charges to $25 and provides the first hour of service for free. The bill introduces a $5 filing fee for more complex information requests and mandates that agencies publish their request processes, including request statistics and responses, on a state website for a two-year period. Additionally, the legislation allows individuals to file a civil action in district court if a public agency fails to meet response deadlines, and potentially recover costs and attorney fees if they prevail. The bill is designed to enhance transparency, reduce uncertainty, and ensure more equitable access to public information by standardizing request procedures across different state agencies. The law will be effective from October 1, 2025, with some sections becoming operative on July 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING PUBLIC RECORD LAWS; ESTABLISHING REQUIREMENTS AND DEADLINES FOR PUBLIC AGENCIES THAT ARE NOT LOCAL GOVERNMENTS; GENERALLY REVISING FEES FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUESTS; ESTABLISHING A 2-YEAR RETENTION PERIOD OF INFORMATION REQUESTS AND RESPONSES FOR PUBLIC AGENCIES THAT ARE NOT LOCAL GOVERNMENTS; ESTABLISHING THE FEES THAT A PUBLIC AGENCY MAY CHARGE WHEN RESPONDING TO PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUESTS; PROVIDING THAT THE FIRST HOUR OF SERVICE NOT BE CHARGED; ESTABLISHING AN HOURLY FEE LIMIT; ALLOWING A PERSON TO FILE AN ACTION IN DISTRICT COURT IF A PUBLIC AGENCY THAT IS NOT A LOCAL GOVERNMENT FAILS TO MEET THE RESPONSE DEADLINE; AMING SECTIONS 2-6-1006 AND 2-6-1009, MCA; AND PROVIDING EFFECTIVE DATES AND A TERMINATION DATE.”
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Mercer (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 53
• Last Amended: 04/18/2025
• Last Action: (H) Signed by Governor
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WI bill #SB45 • Last Action 05/08/2025
State finances and appropriations, constituting the executive budget act of the 2025 legislature. (FE)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the key provisions of the bill: This bill is a comprehensive budget bill for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium that covers a wide range of state government operations, programs, and policies. The bill includes significant changes and funding allocations across multiple areas, including: Agriculture: The bill provides various grants for agricultural programs, including support for biodigesters, dairy resilience, farmland preservation, and agricultural innovation. It increases funding for agricultural conservation easements and establishes new programs to support farmers and agricultural practices. Economic Development: The bill increases funding for economic development programs, including grants for main street revitalization, workforce housing, business development, and support for small businesses. It also creates new programs to support emerging industries and workforce training. Education: The bill includes increased funding for K-12 and higher education, with changes to school funding formulas, per-pupil aid, and various categorical aid programs. It also introduces new grants for computer science education, financial literacy, and teacher support. Healthcare: The bill expands Medicaid coverage, creates a prescription drug affordability review board, and introduces new programs for mental health services, doula care, and other healthcare initiatives. Elections: The bill makes several changes to election procedures, including reducing the residency requirement for voting, allowing early canvassing of absentee ballots, and creating an Office of Election Transparency and Compliance. Marijuana Legalization: The bill legalizes marijuana for adults 21 and older, establishes a regulatory framework for its sale and production, and creates provisions for medical marijuana. Workforce and Employment: The bill introduces new protections for workers, including expanded family and medical leave, changes to minimum wage and employment discrimination laws, and new workforce development programs. The bill also includes numerous other provisions affecting state agencies, taxation, transportation, and various other areas of state government. It represents a comprehensive approach to state budgeting and policy-making for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium.
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Bill Summary: INTRODUCTION This bill is the executive budget bill under section 16.47 (1) of the statutes. It contains the governor[s recommendations for appropriations for the 2025]27 fiscal biennium. The bill sets the appropriation levels in chapter 20 of the statutes for the 2025]27 fiscal biennium. The descriptions that follow in this analysis relate to the most significant changes in the law that are proposed in the bill. For additional information concerning the bill, see the Department of Administration[s publication Budget in Brief and the executive budget books, the Legislative Fiscal Bureau[s summary document, and the Legislative Reference Bureau[s drafting files, which contain separate drafts on each policy item. __________________________________________________________________ GUIDE TO THE BILL The budget bill is organized like other bills. First, treatments of statutes appear in ascending numerical order of the statute affected. Next, any treatments of prior session laws appear ordered by the year of original enactment and then by act number (for instance, a treatment of 2021 Wisconsin Act 15 would precede a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 treatment of 2023 Wisconsin Act 6). Next, any treatments of the Administrative Rules appear. The remaining sections of the budget bill are organized by type of provision and, within each type, alphabetically by state agency. The first two digits of the four-digit section number indicate the type of provision: 91XX Nonstatutory provisions. 92XX Fiscal changes. 93XX Initial applicability. 94XX Effective dates. The remaining two digits indicate the state agency or subject area to which the provision relates: XX01 Administration. XX02 Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. XX03 Arts Board. XX04 Building Commission. XX05 Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board. XX06 Children and Families. XX07 Circuit Courts. XX08 Corrections. XX09 Court of Appeals. XX10 District Attorneys. XX11 Educational Communications Board. XX12 Elections Commission. XX13 Employee Trust Funds. XX14 Employment Relations Commission. XX15 Ethics Commission. XX16 Financial Institutions. XX17 Governor. XX18 Health and Educational Facilities Authority. XX19 Health Services. XX20 Higher Educational Aids Board. XX21 Historical Society. XX22 Housing and Economic Development Authority. XX23 Insurance. XX24 Investment Board. XX25 Joint Committee on Finance. XX26 Judicial Commission. XX27 Justice. XX28 Legislature. XX29 Lieutenant Governor. XX30 Local Government. XX31 Military Affairs. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 XX32 Natural Resources. XX33 Public Defender Board. XX34 Public Instruction. XX35 Public Lands, Board of Commissioners of. XX36 Public Service Commission. XX37 Revenue. XX38 Safety and Professional Services. XX39 Secretary of State. XX40 State Fair Park Board. XX41 Supreme Court. XX42 Technical College System. XX43 Tourism. XX44 Transportation. XX45 Treasurer. XX46 University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority; Medical College of Wisconsin. XX47 University of Wisconsin System. XX48 Veterans Affairs. XX49 Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation. XX50 Workforce Development. XX51 Other. For example, for general nonstatutory provisions relating to the State Historical Society, see SECTION 9121. For any agency not assigned a two-digit identification number or any provision that does not relate to the functions of a particular agency, see number 51 (Other) within each type of provision. Separate section numbers and headings appear for each type of provision and for each state agency, even if there are no provisions included in that section number and heading. Following is a list of the most commonly used abbreviations appearing in the analysis: BCPL Board of Commissioners of Public Lands DATCP Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection DCF Department of Children and Families DFI Department of Financial Institutions DHS Department of Health Services DMA Department of Military Affairs DNR Department of Natural Resources DOA Department of Administration DOC Department of Corrections DOJ Department of Justice DOR Department of Revenue DOT Department of Transportation DPI Department of Public Instruction LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 DSPS Department of Safety and Professional Services DVA Department of Veterans Affairs DWD Department of Workforce Development ETF Department of Employee Trust Funds GPR General purpose revenue HEAB Higher Educational Aids Board JCF Joint Committee on Finance OCI Office of the Commissioner of Insurance PSC Public Service Commission SPD State Public Defender SHS State Historical Society TCS Technical College System UW University of Wisconsin WEDC Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation WHEDA Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority WHEFA Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authority __________________________________________________________________ AGRICULTURE Grants for biodigester operator certification and regional planning This bill requires DATCP to provide grants to individuals seeking biodigester operator certification. Biodigesters are used to break down organic material into gas, liquids, and solids. The bill also requires DATCP to provide planning grants for establishing regional biodigesters in the state. Dairy agriculture resilience investment now grant pilot program The bill requires DATCP to create a dairy agriculture resilience investment now grant pilot program, under which DATCP must provide grants to dairy producers with fewer than 1,000 head of milking cows to undertake projects designed to improve the dairy producers[ operational efficiency and resilience. Transition to grass pilot program The bill creates a transition to grass pilot program in DATCP to provide support and grants to farmers who are implementing livestock grass-based managed grazing systems and farmers and agribusinesses in the grass-fed livestock business. Under the bill, DATCP may award up to $40,000 to each grantee and must disperse 75 percent of the award in the first year following DATCP[s decision to grant the award and 12.5 percent of the award in each of the second and third years following DATCP[s decision to grant the award. Farmland preservation implementation grants The bill authorizes DATCP to award grants to counties to implement a certified county farmland preservation plan. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Sandhill crane damage reimbursement program The bill requires DATCP to administer a program to provide reimbursements to eligible applicant farmers for the purchase of seed treatment that is registered for use on corn seed to discourage sandhill cranes from consuming the seed. Under the program, applicants may be reimbursed for up to 50 percent of the actual cost of the purchase of seed treatment, not to exceed $6,250 per farm, per year. Value-added agricultural practices The bill allows DATCP to provide education and technical assistance related to producing value-added agricultural products. Under the bill, DATCP may provide education and assistance related to organic farming practices; collaborate with organic producers, industry participants, and local organizations that coordinate organic farming; and stimulate interest and investment in organic production. The bill also allows DATCP to provide grants to organic producers, industry participants, and local organizations, which may be used to provide education and technical assistance related to organic farming, to help create organic farming plans, and to assist farmers in transitioning to organic farming. The bill also authorizes DATCP to provide grants to entities to provide education and training to farmers about best practices related to grazing. DATCP is also authorized under the bill to help farmers market value-added agricultural products. Meat processing tuition and curriculum development grants The bill requires DATCP to provide grants to universities, colleges, and technical colleges to reimburse tuition costs of students enrolled in a meat processing program and for curriculum development of those meat processing programs. Each tuition reimbursement covers up to 80 percent of the tuition cost for enrolling in a meat processing program, limited to a maximum reimbursement of $7,500. Food security and Wisconsin products grant program The bill allows DATCP to provide grants to food banks, food pantries, and other nonprofit organizations to purchase Wisconsin food products. Grants for food waste reduction pilot projects The bill requires DATCP to provide grants for food waste reduction pilot projects that have an objective of preventing food waste, redirecting surplus food to hunger relief organizations, and composting food waste. Under the bill, DATCP must give preference to grant proposals that serve census tracts for which the median household income is below the statewide median household income and in which no grocery store is located. Farm to fork grant program The bill creates a farm to fork program, similar to the existing farm to school program, to connect entities, other than school districts, that have cafeterias to nearby farms to provide locally produced foods in meals and snacks, to help the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 public develop healthy eating habits, to provide nutritional and agricultural education, and to improve farmers[ incomes and direct access to markets. Under the bill, DATCP may provide grants to entities for these purposes. Spending cap for the Wisconsin agricultural exports program Under current law, the Center for International Agribusiness Marketing, operated by DATCP, promotes the export of Wisconsin agricultural and agribusiness products in foreign markets. Current law provides that the center may not expend more than $1,000,000 in any fiscal year. The bill eliminates the $1,000,000-per-year spending cap for the center. Changes to the agricultural conservation easement purchase program In the 2009-11 biennial budget act, the agricultural conservation easement purchase program was created for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements, from willing landowners, by DATCP in conjunction with political subdivisions and nonprofit conservation organizations. An agricultural conservation easement (easement) is an interest in land that preserves the land for agricultural use while the ownership of the land itself remains with the landowner. Under the program as it was created in the act, DATCP was required to solicit applications to the program at least once annually and was provided $12,000,000 in general fund supported borrowing for the purchase of the easements. Since the program was first created, the requirement that DATCP solicit applications to the program at least once annually was repealed, DATCP[s authority for $12,000,000 in general fund supported borrowing for the purchase of the easements was repealed, and a new provision required DNR to provide to DATCP funds from the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson stewardship program for the purchase of the easements. The bill undoes those changes, reinstating DATCP[s requirement to solicit applications to the program at least once annually, providing DATCP authority for $15,000,000 in general fund supported borrowing for the purchase of easements, and removing the requirement that DNR provide DATCP funds from the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson stewardship program for the purchase of the easements. Commercial nitrogen optimization program Under current law, DATCP must award grants under a commercial nitrogen optimization pilot program to agricultural producers and to UW System institutions that implement a project that optimizes the application of commercial nitrogen for at least two growing seasons. DATCP must award the grants from an annual segregated appropriation account that is funded by the environmental fund. A grant to a farmer and the eligible UW System institution collaborating with the farmer may not exceed, in total, $50,000. DATCP must attempt to provide grants under the program to farmers in different parts of the state and for projects in areas that have different soil types or geologic characteristics. The bill removes the word XpilotY from the statutory language describing the program and funds the program from a new biennial segregated appropriation account that is funded by the environmental fund. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Truth-in-labeling requirements for milk, dairy, and wild rice Under the bill, no person may label a food product as, or sell or offer for sale a food product that is labeled as, any type of milk unless the food product is cow[s milk, hooved or camelid mammals[ milk, or a type of dairy milk that meets certain specifications under federal law. In addition, no person may label a food product as, or sell or offer for sale a food product that is labeled as, a type of dairy product or a dairy ingredient unless the food product is a dairy product or dairy ingredient that is or is derived from cow[s milk, hooved or camelid mammal[s milk, or a dairy product that meets certain specifications under federal law. Finally, the bill prohibits any person from labeling wild rice as Xtraditionally harvestedY unless the wild rice is harvested using traditional wild rice harvesting methods of American Indian tribes or bands. The bill requires DATCP to promulgate a rule defining traditional wild rice harvesting methods of American Indian tribes or bands. Under the bill, DATCP must obtain the advice and recommendations of the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, Inc., before promulgating a rule defining a traditional method of wild rice harvesting. Appropriation limit for the producer-led watershed protection grant program DATCP administers the producer-led watershed protection grant program, which provides grants to groups of farmers in the same watershed to implement nonpoint source pollution abatement activities. Under current law, DATCP may not allocate more than $1,000,000 per fiscal year for this program. The bill increases that maximum amount to $1,250,000. Agricultural enterprise area maximum acreage Under current law, DATCP may designate agricultural enterprise areas, with a combined area of not more than 2,000,000 acres, targeted for agricultural preservation and development. The bill increases the maximum acreage for designated agricultural enterprise areas to 3,000,000. Veterinary examining board appropriation uses Current law provides an appropriation to DATCP, from all moneys received by the veterinary examining board when issuing or renewing credentials, for the purpose of supporting the activities of the board. The bill changes this appropriation so that it may also be used to provide dog license tags and forms; perform other activities related to the regulation of dogs; administer the rabies control program its media campaign; and carry out activities relating to humane officers. Humane officers are trained and certified officers appointed by political subdivisions to enforce certain regulations relating to animals. Bonding for soil and water resource management The bill increases the general obligation bonding authority for the Soil and Water Resource Management Program by $10,000,000. The program, which is LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 administered by DATCP, awards grants to counties to help fund their land and water conservation activities. COMMERCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS Catastrophe savings accounts Under the bill, a person may establish an account at a financial institution and designate the account as a catastrophe savings account. The account may be used to hold savings for expenses related to a catastrophic event, which is defined as a tornado, hurricane, or severe storm resulting in flooding, damaging hail, extreme wind, or extremely cold temperatures. If the account owner maintains a property insurance policy covering catastrophic events, deposits in the account are limited, based on the amount of the policy deductible, to either $2,000 or the lesser of $15,000 or twice the amount of the policy deductible. Deposits in a catastrophe savings account may be withdrawn only to pay the following relating to property damage caused by a catastrophic event: 1) repair costs or other losses to the extent the costs or losses are not covered by a property insurance policy or are self-insured losses, and 2) any portion of a policy[s deductible. A person may not be an account owner of more than one catastrophe savings account. For state income tax purposes, the owner may subtract from taxable income the amount of the deposits made to and any increase in the value of a catastrophe savings account. DFI information on worker misclassification The bill requires DFI to provide informational materials and resources on worker misclassification to each person who files with DFI documents forming a business corporation, nonstock corporation, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, or limited partnership. See Employment. COMMERCE Prohibiting discrimination in broadband The bill prohibits a broadband service provider from denying a group of potential residential customers access to its broadband service because of the group[s race or income. Under the bill, DATCP has authority to enforce the prohibition and to promulgate related rules. The bill also authorizes any person affected by a broadband service provider who violates the prohibition to bring a private action. Broadband subscriber rights The bill establishes various requirements for broadband service providers, including the following: 1) broadband service providers must provide service satisfying minimum standards established by PSC, and subscribers may terminate contracts if the broadband service provider fails to satisfy those standards; 2) broadband service providers must disclose the factors that may cause the actual broadband speed experience of a subscriber to vary, and provide service as described in advertisements or representations made to subscribers; 3) broadband LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 service providers must repair broadband service within 72 hours after a subscriber reports a broadband service interruption that is not the result of a major system- wide or large area emergency; 4) broadband service providers must give subscribers credit for interruptions of broadband service that last more than four hours in a day; and 5) broadband service providers must give subscribers at least 30 days[ advance written notice before instituting a rate increase, at least seven days[ advance written notice of any scheduled routine maintenance that causes a service slowdown, interruption, or outage, at least 10 days[ advance written notice of a change in a factor that may cause the originally disclosed broadband speed experience to vary, and at least 10 days[ advance written notice of disconnecting service, unless the disconnection is requested by the subscriber. Internet service provider registration The bill requires each Internet service provider in this state to register with PSC. Severe thunderstorm price gouging Under current law, no manufacturer, producer, supplier, wholesaler, distributor, or retailer may sell or offer to sell consumer goods or services at unreasonably excessive prices if the governor by executive order has certified that the state or a part of the state is in a period of abnormal economic disruption due to an emergency. An XemergencyY in this context includes a destructive act of nature, a hostile action, terrorism, or a disruption of energy supplies that poses a risk to the public[s economic well-being, public health, or welfare. A Xconsumer good or serviceY under the law means those goods or services that are used primarily for personal, family, or household purposes. The bill prohibits residential building contractors, tree trimmers, and restoration and mitigation services providers that are operating within a geographic region impacted by, and repairing damage caused by, a severe thunderstorm from doing either of the following: excessive price for labor in comparison to the market price charged for comparable services in the geographic region impacted by the weather event and 2) charging an insurance company a rate for a consumer good or service that exceeds what the residential building contractor, tree trimmer, or restoration and mitigation services provider would otherwise charge a member of the general public for the consumer good or service. XSevere thunderstormY is defined in the bill to mean a weather event in which any of the following occurs: diameter, 2) wind gusts in excess of 50 knots, or 3) a tornado. The bill requires DATCP to promulgate rules to establish formulas or other standards to be used in determining whether a price for labor is unreasonably excessive. Under the bill, DATCP or, after consulting with DATCP, DOJ may commence an action against a person that has violated the prohibition in the bill to recover a civil forfeiture of not more than $1,000 per violation, to temporarily or permanently restrain or enjoin the person from violating the prohibition in the bill, or both. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 1) charging an unreasonably 1) hail that is one inch or greater in 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Sales by a municipality or county of wine in a public park The bill allows a municipality or county to sell wine in its public parks without an alcohol beverage license. Under current law, with limited exceptions, no person may sell alcohol beverages to a consumer unless the seller possesses a license or permit authorizing the sale. Under one exception, no license or permit is required for the sale, by officers or employees of a county or municipality, of fermented malt beverages (beer) in a public park operated by the county or municipality. The bill applies this exception to wine along with beer. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Changes to the state main street program Under current law, WEDC is required to establish and administer a state main street program to coordinate state and local participation in programs offered by the national main street center to assist municipalities in planning, managing, and implementing programs for revitalization of commercial areas having historic significance. Under current law, a recipient of assistance under the state main street program must be a city, village, or town. Under the bill, eligible recipients include tribal governments, chambers of commerce, and nonprofit organizations. The bill eliminates the requirements that WEDC contract with the national main street center for services related to revitalizing commercial areas having historic significance and develop a plan describing the objectives of the state main street program and the methods by which WEDC will carry out certain responsibilities specified by law. The bill also eliminates the requirements that, in developing criteria for use in selecting participants in the state main street program, WEDC include the following: 1. Local organizational and financial commitment to employ a program manager for not less than five years. 2. Local assistance in paying for the services of a design consultant. 3. Local commitment to assist in training persons to direct activities related to business areas in municipalities that do not participate in the state main street program. Under the bill, in selecting participants in the state main street program, WEDC must evaluate and consider the potential in the business area selected by the applicant to retain small businesses, attract new businesses, generate new economic activity and grow the local tax base, and create new employment opportunities. The bill also retains the current law requirement that WEDC consider private and public sector interest in and commitment to revitalization of the business area selected by the applicant and potential private sector investment in the business area selected by the applicant. Finally, the bill changes the definition of Xbusiness areaY for the purposes of the state main street program from Xa commercial area existing at the time services LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 under the state main street program are requested and having historic significanceY to Xa downtown area or historic commercial district.Y Workforce housing modifications to the business development tax credit The bill makes adjustments to the workforce housing investments award under the business development tax credit. Under current law, a person may claim tax benefits of an amount equal to up to 15 percent of the person[s investment, comprised only of capital expenditures, in workforce housing for employees. Under the bill, the investment in workforce housing for which a person may receive tax benefits may include contributions made to a third party for the building or rehabilitating of workforce housing, including contributions made to a local revolving loan fund program. The bill also removes the requirement that the workforce housing for which a person may receive tax benefits for investing in be for employees. Wage thresholds for business development and enterprise zone tax credits The bill raises the minimum wage thresholds for the business development and enterprise zone tax credits for businesses that enter into contracts with WEDC after December 31, 2025. Under current law, WEDC may certify businesses that engage in qualifying activities, including full-time job creation and retention, to claim the credits. One requirement for claiming either credit is that the business enter into a contract with WEDC. In its contracts, WEDC uses a definition of Xfull- time employeeY that means an individual who, among other things, is paid at least 150 percent of the federal minimum wage. The bill changes this minimum wage threshold to $34,220 for the business development tax credit and to $34,220 in a tier I county or municipality and $45,390 in a tier II county or municipality for the enterprise zone tax credit, with all these amounts adjusted annually for inflation. Additionally, under current law, the enterprise zone tax credit is partially based on the wages paid to zone employees that are at least 150 percent of the federal minimum wage in a tier I county or municipality or $30,000 in a tier II county or municipality. The bill changes these thresholds to respectively, with both amounts adjusted annually for inflation. The bill also modifies the maximum wage earnings limit for businesses that enter into contracts with WEDC after December 31, 2025. Under current law, the maximum wage earnings that may be considered per employee for the enterprise zone tax credit is $100,000. The bill increases this amount to $151,300, which is adjusted annually for inflation, and establishes the same dollar amount limit for the business development tax credit. The bill also adjusts the definition of Xfull-time jobY for the purposes of the business development and enterprise zone jobs tax credits by removing the current requirement that a worker work at least 2,080 hours per year, including paid leave and holidays, in order to be considered Xfull-time.Y Enterprise zone designations Under current law, WEDC may designate any number of enterprise zones for purposes of certifying taxpayers to claim tax credits for certain activities carried LRB-2186/1 ALL:all $45,390, $34,220 and 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 out within an enterprise zone. However, current law subjects WEDC[s designation of a new enterprise zone to the approval of JCF under passive review. The bill provides that WEDC may designate no more than 30 enterprise zones and eliminates the requirement that WEDC seek approval for a new enterprise zone from JCF under passive review. Adjustment to WEDC appropriation The bill adjusts the calculation used to determine the amount of WEDC[s GPR appropriation. The bill does not raise the expenditure cap on that appropriation, which is $16,512,500 per fiscal year. WEDC[s unassigned fund balance Current law requires that WEDC establish policies and procedures concerning its unassigned fund balance, which is defined as all moneys held by WEDC that WEDC is not obligated by law or by contract to expend for a particular purpose or that WEDC has not otherwise assigned to be expended for a particular purpose. Under current law, those policies and procedures must include as a target that WEDC[s unassigned fund balance on June 30 of each fiscal year be an amount equal to or less than one-sixth of WEDC[s total administrative expenditures for that fiscal year. The bill eliminates the requirement that WEDC[s policies and procedures include that target for WEDC[s unassigned fund balance. Main street bounceback grants The bill increases by $50,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025-26 for the purpose of awarding grants of $10,000 each to small businesses and nonprofit organizations that open a new location or expand operations in a vacant commercial space. A recipient of a grant under the bill may use grant moneys for commercial lease and mortgage payments, business operating expenses, and commercial building repair and tenant improvements. Advanced manufacturing grants The bill increases by $5,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025-26 for the purpose of establishing a program to award matching grants to small and midsized manufacturing companies located in this state to invest in advanced manufacturing technologies. No one company may receive more than $200,000 in grants under the bill, and no one grant under the bill may be for more than one-third of the amount invested in advanced manufacturing technologies by the company. To receive a grant under the bill, a company must commit to not reduce its employment below the level when the grant is awarded. If a company that receives a grant under the bill fails to meet this commitment within 10 years after receiving the grant, the company must repay the grant amount to WEDC. WEDC may provide an exemption to the repayment requirement if it finds that the company has undergone a unique hardship. Funding for the green innovation fund The bill increases by $50,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025-26 for the purpose of supporting the green innovation fund. Funding for the Forward Agriculture program The bill increases by $15,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025-26 for the purpose of providing state matching funds related to federal funding in conjunction with WiSys[s Forward Agriculture program to promote sustainable agriculture. Accelerate Wisconsin The bill increases by $10,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025-26 for the purpose of supporting a business accelerator program to be administered in cooperation with the UW System and aimed at developing research, including research from the UW System, into new startup businesses. As part of the program, WEDC may award grants directly to businesses to assist in their growth and development and may award grants to or in support of business incubators. Tribal enterprise accelerator program The bill increases by $5,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025]26 for the purpose of creating a tribal enterprise accelerator program to offer statewide technical assistance and grants for community development investment and capacity building to American Indian tribes or bands in this state to diversify their revenue strategies in industries other than the gaming and entertainment industries. Thrive Rural Wisconsin funding accessibility The bill increases by $5,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025]26 for the purpose of supporting WEDC[s Thrive Rural Wisconsin program. Under the bill, WEDC must provide funding to its established regional and tribal partners to develop and fund projects in nonmetropolitan municipalities with populations of less than 10,000 to provide for increased availability and accessibility of local project capital. Financing projects for qualifying tax-exempt organizations Under current law, WHEFA may issue bonds to finance certain projects of health, educational, research, and other nonprofit institutions. The bill requires that those health, educational, research, and other nonprofit institutions be located in this state, headquartered in this state, or serving a population in this state. Financing working capital costs of certain nonprofit institutions Under current law, WHEFA may issue bonds to finance certain projects of health, educational, research, and other nonprofit institutions. The bill authorizes WHEFA to issue bonds for the purpose of financing such institutions[ working capital costs. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 LANDLORD-TENANT Notification of building code violations Under current law, before entering into a lease with or accepting any earnest money or a security deposit from a prospective tenant, a landlord must disclose to the prospective tenant any building code or housing code violations of which the landlord has actual knowledge if the violation presents a significant threat to the prospective tenant[s health or safety. The bill eliminates the condition that the landlord have actual knowledge of such a violation and that the threat to the prospective tenant[s health or safety be XsignificantY; under the bill, the landlord must disclose to a prospective tenant a building code or housing code violation, regardless of whether the landlord has actual knowledge of the violation, if the violation presents a threat to the prospective tenant[s health or safety. Local landlord-tenant ordinances, moratoria on evictions, and rental property inspection requirements The bill also makes changes to local landlord-tenant ordinances, local moratoria on evictions, and local rental property inspection requirements. See Local Government. TOURISM Tourism marketing funding from Indian gaming receipts Current law requires DOA to transfer portions of Indian gaming receipts to the Department of Tourism for certain tourism marketing expenses. The bill eliminates that requirement. The bill leaves in place an appropriation funding the same purposes from GPR and from the transportation fund. American Indian tourism marketing The bill requires DOA to award an annual grant to the Great Lakes Inter- Tribal Council to provide funding for a program to promote tourism featuring American Indian heritage and culture. As a condition of receiving the grant, the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council must include information on the tourism promotion program in its annual report to DOA. The bill also transfers from the Department of Tourism to DOA a contract between the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council and the Department of Tourism that relates to the promotion of tourism featuring American Indian heritage and culture. CORRECTIONAL SYSTEM ADULT CORRECTIONAL SYSTEM Earned compliance credit The bill creates an earned compliance credit for time spent on extended supervision or parole. Under current law, a person[s extended supervision or parole may be revoked if he or she violates a condition or rule of the extended supervision or parole. If extended supervision or parole is revoked, the person is returned to prison for an amount of time up to the length of the original sentence, less any time LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 actually served in confinement and less any credit for good behavior. Under current law, when extended supervision or parole is revoked, the time spent on extended supervision or parole is not credited as time served under the sentence. Under the bill, an eligible inmate receives an earned compliance credit for time served on extended supervision or parole. The earned compliance credit equals the amount of time served on extended supervision or parole without violating any condition or rule of extended supervision or parole. Under the bill, a person is eligible to receive the earned compliance credit only if the person is not required to register as a sex offender and is serving a sentence for a crime that is not a specified violent crime or a specified crime against a child. Under the bill, if a person[s extended supervision or parole is revoked, he or she may be incarcerated for up to the length of the original sentence, less any credit for time served in confinement, any credit for good behavior, and any earned compliance credit. Earned release Under current law, an eligible inmate may earn early release to parole or extended supervision by successfully completing a substance abuse program. An inmate is eligible for earned release only if the inmate is serving time for a crime that is not a violent crime and, for an inmate who is serving a bifurcated sentence, the sentencing court determines that the inmate is eligible. Under current law, DOC operates a mother-young child care program in which females in DOC custody who are pregnant or have a child that is less than one year old may be placed in less restrictive custodial placements and participate in services aimed at creating a stable relationship between the mother and her child and preparing the mother to be able to live in a safe, lawful, and stable manner in the community. The bill expands the earned release program to include two new options: 1) successful completion of the mother-young child care program, or 2) successful completion of a vocational readiness program, which includes educational, vocational, treatment, or other qualifying evidence-based training programs to reduce recidivism. The bill also provides that DOC, not the sentencing court, determines eligibility for earned release for all inmates. Creating the Office of the Ombudsperson for Corrections The bill creates the Office of the Ombudsperson for Corrections, attached to DOC. The office is under the direction of an ombudsperson, who is appointed by the governor, is approved by a three-quarters vote of the senate, and may be removed only by the governor, for just cause. Under the bill, the ombudsperson accepts complaints regarding facilities and abuse, unfair acts, and violations of rights of prisoners and juveniles from persons being held in state prisons and juvenile correctional facilities. Under the bill, the ombudsperson has the power to investigate a variety of actions by DOC and make recommendations on the basis of the investigations. If the ombudsperson determines to make a recommendation to a state prison or juvenile correctional facility, the superintendent of the state prison LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 or juvenile correctional facility has 30 days to respond to the recommendations of the ombudsperson. Also under the bill, the Office of the Ombudsperson for Corrections must annually publish a report of its findings, recommendations, and investigation results and distribute the report to the governor, the chief clerk of each house of the legislature, and the secretary of corrections. Contracts for temporary housing for or detention of persons placed on probation or sentenced to imprisonment Under current law, DOC may contract with local units of government for temporary housing or detention in jails or houses of correction for persons placed on probation or sentenced to imprisonment in state prisons or to the intensive sanctions program. Under such a contract, the rate may not exceed $60 per person per day. The bill increases the rate that may be set under such a contract to up to $80 per person per day. JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL SYSTEM Age of juvenile court jurisdiction Under current law, a person 17 years of age or older who is alleged to have violated a criminal law is subject to the procedures specified in the Criminal Procedure Code and, on conviction, is subject to sentencing under the Criminal Code, which may include a sentence of imprisonment in the Wisconsin state prisons. Currently, subject to certain exceptions, a person under 17 years of age who is alleged to have violated a criminal law is subject to the procedures specified in the Juvenile Justice Code and, on being adjudicated delinquent, is subject to an array of dispositions under that code, including placement in a juvenile correctional facility. The bill raises from 17 to 18 the age at which a person who is alleged to have violated a criminal law is subject to the procedures specified in the Criminal Procedure Code and, on conviction, to sentencing under the Criminal Code. Similarly, under current law, a person 17 years of age or older who is alleged to have violated a civil law or municipal ordinance is subject to the jurisdiction and procedures of the circuit court or, if applicable, the municipal court, while a person under 17 years of age who is alleged to have violated a civil law or municipal ordinance, subject to certain exceptions, is subject to the jurisdiction and procedures of the court assigned to exercise jurisdiction under the Juvenile Justice Code. The bill raises from 17 to 18 the age at which a person who is alleged to have violated a civil law or municipal ordinance is subject to the jurisdiction and procedures of the circuit court or, if applicable, the municipal court. Seventeen-year-old juvenile justice aids The bill creates a sum sufficient appropriation under DCF for youth aids- related purposes but only to reimburse counties, beginning on January 1, 2026, for costs associated with juveniles who were alleged to have violated a state or federal criminal law or any civil law or municipal ordinance at age 17. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Juvenile justice reform review committee The bill creates a juvenile justice reform review committee in DCF with members appointed by the governor. Under the bill, the committee is charged with studying and providing recommendations to DCF and DOC on how to do all of the following: 1. Increase the minimum age of delinquency. 2. Eliminate original adult court jurisdiction over juveniles. 3. Modify the waiver procedure for adult court jurisdiction over juveniles and incorporate offenses currently subject to original adult court jurisdiction into the waiver procedure. 4. Eliminate the serious juvenile offender program and create extended juvenile court jurisdiction with a blended juvenile and adult sentence structure for certain juvenile offenders. 5. Prohibit placement of a juvenile in a juvenile detention facility for a status offense and limit sanctions and short-term holds in a juvenile detention facility to cases where there is a public safety risk. 6. Sunset long-term post-disposition programs at juvenile detention facilities. 7. Create a sentence adjustment procedure for youthful offenders. 8. Conform with the U.S. Constitution the statutes that mandate imposing sentences of life imprisonment without parole or extended supervision to minors. Under the bill, the committee terminates on September 15, 2026, and DCF and DOC must submit in their 2027]29 biennial budget requests a request to implement the committee[s recommendations. Contract payments for placement of juveniles The bill creates a sum sufficient GPR appropriation for DOC to make payments under contracts for the placement of juveniles. The bill limits the appropriation to $20,000,000 in each fiscal year and sunsets it on July 1, 2029. Juveniles placed at Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center Under current law, DOC may transfer to the Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center (MJTC) juveniles who are under DOC[s supervision or juveniles who are placed in a Type 1 juvenile correctional facility regardless of whether those juveniles are under the supervision of DOC or a county department of social services or human services. Current law requires DOC to reimburse DHS for the cost of providing services to these juveniles at MJTC at a per person daily cost specified by DHS. The bill specifies that DOC is required to reimburse DHS only for the cost of services provided to juveniles who are under DOC[s supervision and are transferred to MJTC. Daily rates for juvenile correctional services Under current law, DOC charges counties for the costs of certain juvenile correctional services DOC provides according to a per person daily cost assessment specified in the statutes (daily rate). Counties use community youth and family aids (youth aids) funding allocated to them from various state and federal moneys to pay these costs. Under current law, the daily rate for care of a juvenile who is in LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 a Type 1 juvenile correctional facility or transferred from a juvenile correctional facility to an inpatient treatment facility is set at $1,268 until June 30, 2025. The bill continues this daily rate until June 30, 2027. Youth aids; allocations Under current law, DCF is required to allocate to counties community youth and family aids (youth aids) funding. Youth aids funding comes from various state and federal moneys and is used to pay for state-provided juvenile correctional services and local delinquency-related and juvenile justice services. The bill updates the allocation of youth aids funding that is available to counties for the 2025-27 fiscal biennium. The bill eliminates current law requirements that some of the youth aids funding be allocated for emergencies related to youth aids, for alcohol and other drug abuse treatment programs, and to reimburse counties that are purchasing community supervision services from DOC for juveniles. The bill also eliminates the community intervention program (CIP), under which DCF may award funding to counties for early intervention services for first offenders. The bill replaces these allocations and CIP with the youth justice system improvement program. Under the bill, DCF may use youth aids funding for the youth justice system improvement program to support diversion, prevention, and early intervention programs, to address emergencies related to youth aids, and to fund other activities required of DCF under youth aids. Youth aids; administration Under current law, youth aids funding is allocated to counties on a calendar year basis. Youth aids funds that are not spent in the calendar year can be carried forward three ways: 1) DCF may carry forward 5 percent of a county[s allocation for that county for use in the subsequent calendar year; 2) DCF may carry forward $500,000 or 10 percent of its unspent youth aids funds, whichever is larger, for use in the subsequent two calendar years; and 3) DCF may carry forward any unspent emergency funds for use in the subsequent two calendar years. The bill changes the way that unspent youth aids are carried forward. Under the bill, DCF may still carry forward 5 percent of a county[s allocation for that county to use in the next calendar year. However, instead of carrying forward $500,000 or 10 percent of its unspent youth aids funds, whichever is larger, for use in the next two calendar years, under the bill, DCF may transfer 10 percent of unspent youth aids funds to the appropriation for the youth justice system improvement program. COURTS AND PROCEDURE SUPREME COURT AND CIRCUIT COURTS Office of the Marshals of the Supreme Court The bill creates the Office of the Marshals of the Supreme Court, to consist of one chief marshal of the supreme court, one deputy chief marshal of the supreme LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 court, deputy marshals of the supreme court, and administrative personnel. The bill provides that the Office of the Marshals of the Supreme Court is a law enforcement agency and that the marshals of the supreme court are law enforcement officers who are employed for the purpose of detecting and preventing crime and enforcing laws or ordinances and are authorized to make arrests for violations of the laws or ordinances. The bill requires the marshals of the supreme court to meet the requirements established by the Law Enforcement Standards Board for officer certification, police pursuit, recruitment, and firearms training and to comply with any other statutory requirements applicable to a law enforcement agency. The bill also provides that marshals of the Supreme Court are protective occupation participants in the Wisconsin Retirement System. Current law specifically classifies police officers, firefighters, and various other individuals as protective occupation participants. Under the WRS, the normal retirement age of a protective occupation participant is lower than that of other participants and the percentage multiplier used to calculate retirement annuities is higher for protective occupation participants than for other participants. The bill further provides that the Office of the Marshals of the Supreme Court may provide police services to the state court system, with statewide jurisdiction; provide protective services for the supreme court justices and their offices; provide security assessments for the justices, judges, and facilities of the state court system; and provide safety and security support services and advanced security planning services for circuit court proceedings. The operation of the Office of the Marshals of the Supreme Court does not affect the operations or jurisdiction of sheriffs or local law enforcement agencies to perform courthouse security, handle active emergencies, perform criminal investigations, or perform any other law enforcement functions. Circuit court payments Under current law, the director of state courts must make payments to counties for certain circuit court costs. Under the bill, beginning on January 1, 2026, the director of state courts must make additional payments to circuit courts, including a payment that, beginning January 1, 2027, is available only to counties that operate an alternatives to prosecution and incarceration program. Circuit court branches The bill adds two additional circuit court branches for Brown County on August 1, 2026. SPECIAL PROSECUTORS AND THE STATE PUBLIC DEFENDER Compensation for special prosecutors Under current law, the SPD provides legal representation for indigent persons in criminal and delinquency cases. The SPD assigns cases either to staff attorneys or to local private attorneys. A private attorney assigned to a case by the SPD is paid an hourly amount that varies depending on the year in which the case was LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 assigned. For instance, a private attorney assigned a case between December 1, 1992, and July 29, 1995, was generally paid $50 per hour for time spent related to the case and $25 per hour for time spent in related travel. The amount has increased periodically; a private attorney assigned a case after July 1, 2023, is generally paid $100 per hour for time spent related to the case and $50 per hour for time spent in related travel. Current law provides the same compensation to other attorneys as the compensation paid to a private attorney assigned to case by the SPD. For example, if a judge appoints a special prosecutor to perform the duties of a district attorney, the special prosecutor compensation is the amount paid to a private attorney for a case assigned between December 1, 1992, and July 29, 1995. The bill changes the compensation for the special prosecutor to be the amount paid to a private attorney assigned a case on the date the approval was made. Private bar reimbursement rate for cases involving violent crimes Under current law, the SPD provides legal representation for indigent persons in criminal, delinquency, and certain related cases. The SPD assigns cases either to staff attorneys or to local private attorneys. Generally, a private attorney who is assigned a case by the SPD on or after July 1, 2023, is paid $100 per hour for time spent related to the case and $50 per hour for time spent in travel related to a case. The bill increases the rate the private attorney is paid for cases to $125 per hour if the case is assigned on or after July 1, 2025, and involves a charge of a violent crime. The bill does not change the rate for cases that do not involve a charge of a violent crime or for travel. DISTRICT ATTORNEYS Increase in deputy district attorney allocation The bill increases the number of deputy district attorneys that may be appointed in a prosecutorial unit with a population of 200,000 or more but less than 750,000 from three deputy district attorneys to four deputy district attorneys. GENERAL COURTS AND PROCEDURE Privacy protection for federal judicial officers The bill adds current and former district judges and magistrate judges for federal district courts in this state as well as current and former bankruptcy judges for federal bankruptcy courts in this state to the list of judicial officers to whom certain privacy protections apply. Current law provides, upon written request, certain privacy protections for the personal information of judicial officers. Among other protections, if a government agency receives a written request from a judicial officer, the government agency may not publicly post or display publicly available content that includes a judicial officer[s personal information. That information is also exempt from inspection and copying under public records law unless the agency has received consent to make that information available to the public. Under current law, upon written request, a data broker may not knowingly sell, license, trade, purchase, or otherwise make available for consideration the personal information of a judicial officer or a judicial officer[s immediate family. Current law LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 also provides that, if the judicial officer has made a written request, no person, business, or association may publicly post or display on the Internet publicly available content that includes the personal information of a judicial officer or the judicial officer[s immediate family. The bill allows current and former federal district court judges, magistrate judges, and bankruptcy judges in this state to have these protections. Sharing information regarding potential jurors Under current law, DOT annually transmits to the director of state courts a list of persons residing in the state that includes certain information about those persons. Each year, the director of state courts uses that information to compile a master list of potential jurors for use by the state circuit courts. The bill requires DOT to also send that list to the clerks of court for the federal district courts within this state. Also under current law, the director of state courts may request and use the following information, in addition to the DOT information, to create the master list: 1) a list of registered voters from the Elections Commission; 2) a list of individuals who filed state income tax returns with DOR; 3) a list of child support payors and payees from DWD; 4) a list of recipients of unemployment compensation from DWD; and 5) a list of state residents issued approvals or licenses from DNR. The bill requires, rather than allows, the director of state courts to use that information. The bill also modifies the requirements for those state agencies to transmit the lists they maintain to the director of state courts to be similar to DOT[s obligations. For example, the bill requires each state agency to annually transmit the list the agency maintains to the director of state courts without the need for the director of state courts to request the information. Qui tam actions for false claims The bill restores a private individual[s authority to bring a qui tam claim against a person who makes a false or fraudulent claim for medical assistance, which was eliminated in 2015 Wisconsin Act 55, and further expands qui tam actions to include any false or fraudulent claims to a state agency. A qui tam claim is a claim initiated by a private individual on his or her own behalf and on behalf of the state against a person who makes a false claim relating to medical assistance or other moneys from a state agency. The bill provides that a private individual may be awarded up to 30 percent of the amount of moneys recovered as a result of a qui tam claim, depending upon the extent of the individual[s contribution to the prosecution of the action. The individual may also be entitled to reasonable expenses incurred in bringing the action, as well as attorney fees. The bill includes additional changes not included in the prior law to incorporate provisions enacted in the federal Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 and conform state law to the federal False Claims Act, including expanding provisions to facilitate qui tam actions and modifying the bases for liability to parallel the liability provisions under the federal False Claims Act. In addition to qui tam claims, DOJ has independent authority to bring a claim LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 against a person for making a false claim for medical assistance. The bill modifies provisions relating to DOJ[s authority to parallel the liability and penalty standards relating to qui tam claims and to parallel the forfeiture amounts provided under the federal False Claims Act. CRIMES Expungement Under current law, a court may order a person[s criminal record expunged of a crime if all of the following apply: 1. The maximum term of imprisonment for the crime is six years or less (Class H felony and below). 2. The person committed the crime before the age of 25. 3. The person had not been previously convicted of a felony. 4. The crime was not a violent felony. Current law specifies that the expungement order must be made only at sentencing and then the record is expunged when the person completes his or her sentence. If the court does not order a criminal record expunged at sentencing, current law generally does not provide for another means to expunge the criminal record. The bill makes several changes to the expungement process. The bill removes the condition that the person committed the crime before the age of 25. (The bill retains the conditions that the crime be no greater than a Class H felony, the person have no previous felony convictions, and the crime not be a violent felony.) The bill makes certain crimes ineligible for expungement, such as traffic crimes, the crime of violating a domestic abuse restraining order or injunction, criminal trespass, and criminal damage to a business. The bill also allows the sentencing court to order that a person[s record not be eligible for expungement. The bill continues to allow the court to order at sentencing that the record be expunged when the person completes his or her sentence. The bill also provides that, if the court did not make an order at sentencing, the person may file a petition with the sentencing court after he or she completes his or her sentence. Upon receipt of the petition, the court must review the petition and then may order the record expunged or may deny the petition. If the court denies the petition, the person may not file another petition for two years. The person must pay a $100 fee to the county for a second petition, and no person may file more than two petitions per crime. The bill limits a person to one expungement. The changes described in this paragraph apply retroactively to persons who were convicted of a crime before the bill takes effect. The bill provides that, if a record is expunged of a crime, that crime is not considered a conviction for employment purposes and specifies that employment discrimination because of a conviction record includes requesting a person to supply information regarding a crime if the record has been expunged of the crime. Finally, the bill provides that it is not employment discrimination because of LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 conviction record for the Law Enforcement Standards Board to consider a conviction that has been expunged with respect to applying any standard or requirement for the certification, decertification, or required training of law enforcement officers, tribal law enforcement officers, jail officers, and juvenile detention officers. Immunity for certain controlled substances offenses Current law grants immunity from prosecution for possessing a controlled substance to a person, called an aider, who summons or provides emergency medical assistance to another person because the aider believes the other person is suffering from an overdose or other adverse reaction to a controlled substance. Under 2017 Wisconsin Act 33, an aider was also immune from having probation, parole, or extended supervision revoked for possessing a controlled substance under the same circumstances. Act 33 also granted the aided person immunity from from having probation, parole, or extended supervision revoked for possessing a controlled substance when an aider seeks assistance for the aided person. The immunity applied only if the aided person completes a treatment program as part of his or her probation, parole, or extended supervision. Act 33 also provided that a prosecutor must offer an aided person who is subject to prosecution for possessing a controlled substance a deferred prosecution agreement if the aided person completes a treatment program. The expanded immunities under 2017 Wisconsin Act 33 were temporary, and expired on August 1, 2020. The bill permanently restores these expanded immunities from 2017 Wisconsin Act 33. Alternatives to prosecution for disorderly conduct The bill requires a prosecutor to offer to certain disorderly conduct defendants a deferred prosecution agreement or an agreement in which the defendant stipulates to his or her guilt of a noncriminal ordinance violation. Under the bill, a prosecutor must offer alternatives to prosecution to a person who has committed a disorderly conduct violation if it is the person[s first disorderly conduct violation, the person has not committed a similar violation previously, and the person has not committed a felony in the previous three years. Under the bill, if the person is offered a deferred prosecution agreement, he or she must be required to pay restitution, if applicable. EDUCATION PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION: GENERAL AIDS AND REVENUE LIMITS Per pupil revenue limit adjustment Current law generally limits the total amount of revenue per pupil that a school district may receive from general school aids and property taxes in a school year to the amount of revenue allowed per pupil in the previous school year plus a per pupil adjustment, if any, as provided by law. Current law provides a $325 per pupil adjustment each school year from 2023 to 2425. Under the bill, beginning in LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the 2026]27 school year, the per pupil adjustment is the per pupil increase for the previous school year as adjusted for any increase in the consumer price index. Low revenue ceiling; per pupil amount and restrictions Current law provides a minimum per pupil revenue limit for school districts, known as the revenue ceiling. Under current law, the per pupil revenue ceiling is $11,000. The bill increases the per pupil revenue ceiling to $12,000 for the 2025]26 school year and to $12,400 for the 2026]27 school year and each subsequent school year. Current law also provides that during the three school years following a school year in which an operating referendum fails in a school district, the school district[s revenue ceiling is the revenue ceiling that applied in the school year during which the referendum was held. The bill eliminates the provision under which a school district[s revenue ceiling is the revenue ceiling from a previous school year because an operating referendum failed in the school district. Revenue limits; personal property tax repeal aid For purposes of school district revenue limits, current law defines Xstate aidY as general school aid, computer aid, and exempt personal property aid. The bill adds personal property tax repeal aid to the definition of Xstate aid.Y Special adjustment aid Under current law, a school district is guaranteed an amount of general equalization aid equal to at least 85 percent of the amount it received in the previous school year. The bill increases the amount of general equalization aid that a school district is guaranteed to receive to an amount that is at least 90 percent of the amount it received in the previous school year. Counting four-year-old kindergarten pupils The bill changes how a pupil enrolled in a four-year-old kindergarten is counted by a school district for purposes of state aid and revenue limits. Under current law, a pupil enrolled in a four-year-old kindergarten program is counted as 0.5 pupil unless the program provides at least 87.5 additional hours of outreach activities, in which case the pupil is counted as 0.6 pupil. Under the bill, if the four- year-old kindergarten program requires full-day attendance by pupils for five days a week, a pupil enrolled in the program is counted as one pupil. PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION: CATEGORICAL AIDS Per pupil aid Under current law, per pupil aid is a categorical aid paid to school districts. Per pupil aid is funded from a sum sufficient appropriation and is not considered for purposes of revenue limits. Under current law, the amount of per pupil aid paid to a school district is calculated using a three-year average of the number of pupils enrolled in the school district and a per pupil amount set by law. In the 2024]25 school year, the per pupil amount is $742. Under the bill, the per pupil amount is LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 $800 in the 2025]26 school year and $850 in the 2026]27 school year and each year thereafter. In addition, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, the bill requires DPI to pay a second amount of per pupil aid to school districts based on the number of economically disadvantaged pupils enrolled in a school district. Under the bill, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, in addition to the base amount of per pupil aid, DPI must also pay a school district an additional amount equal to 20 percent of the standard per pupil amount for each economically disadvantaged pupil enrolled in the school district in the previous year. Under the bill, an economically disadvantaged pupil is a pupil who satisfies either the income eligibility criteria for a free or reduced-price lunch under federal law or other measures of poverty, as determined by DPI. Funding for special education and school age parents programs The bill changes the rate at which the state reimburses school boards, operators of independent charter schools, cooperative educational service agencies (CESAs), and county children with disabilities education boards (CCDEBs) for costs incurred to provide special education and related services to children with disabilities and for school age parents programs (eligible costs). Under current law, the state reimburses the full cost of special education for children in hospitals and convalescent homes for orthopedically disabled children. After those costs are paid, the state reimburses remaining eligible costs from the amount remaining in the appropriation account at a rate that distributes the full amount appropriated. The bill changes the appropriation to a sum sufficient and provides that, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, after full payment of hospital and convalescent home costs, the remaining costs are reimbursed at 60 percent of eligible costs. Currently, DPI provides 1) special education aid to school districts, independent charter schools, CESAs, and CCDEBs; 2) aid to school districts, CESAs, and CCDEBs for providing physical or mental health treatment services to private school and tribal school pupils; and 3) aid for school age parents programs to school districts only. High-cost special education aid The bill changes the rate at which the state reimburses school boards, operators of independent charter schools, CESAs, and CCDEBs for nonadministrative costs in excess of education and related costs to a child (aidable costs). Under current law, DPI must reimburse 90 percent of aidable costs at a rate of 100 percent from a sum certain appropriation. If the amount of the appropriation is insufficient to pay the full 90 percent of aidable costs, DPI must prorate payments among eligible applicants. The bill changes the appropriation to a sum sufficient appropriation and provides that, beginning in the 2025-26 school year, DPI must reimburse 90 percent of aidable costs at a rate of 40 percent. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all $30,000 incurred for providing special 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Sparsity aid Under current law, a school district is eligible for sparsity aid if the number of pupils per square mile in the school district is less than 10 and the school district[s membership in the previous school year did not exceed 1,000 pupils. The amount of aid is $400 per pupil if the school district[s membership in the previous school year did not exceed 745 pupils and $100 per pupil if the school district[s membership in the previous school year was between 745 and 1,000 pupils. Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, the bill increases these payment amounts to $500 and $200, respectively. Current law also provides a reduced payment, known as a stop gap payment, to a school district that was eligible to receive sparsity aid in the previous school year but is not eligible to receive sparsity aid in the current school year because it no longer satisfies the pupils-per-square-mile requirement. The amount of the stop gap payment is 50 percent of the amount of sparsity aid the school district received in the previous school year. Under the bill, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, a school district is eligible for a sparsity aid stop gap payment if the school district is ineligible for sparsity aid in the current school year because it no longer satisfies the pupils-per-square-mile requirement or the membership requirement. Pupil transportation aid Under current law, a school district or an operator of a charter school that provides transportation to and from a school receives a state aid payment for transportation. The amount of the aid payment depends on the number of pupils transported and the distance of each pupil[s residence from the school. The bill increases aid payments for pupils who reside more than 12 miles from the school from $400 per pupil to $450 per pupil, beginning in the 2025]26 school year. High cost transportation aid; eligibility Under current law, a school district is eligible for high cost transportation aid if 1) the school district has a pupil population density of 50 or fewer pupils per square mile and 2) the school district[s per pupil transportation cost exceeds 140 percent of the statewide average per pupil transportation cost. The bill lowers the second eligibility criterion to a per pupil transportation cost that exceeds 135 percent of the statewide average per pupil transportation cost. Supplemental nutrition aid The bill creates supplemental nutrition aid, a categorical aid to reimburse educational agencies for school meals provided to pupils who satisfy the income criteria for a reduced-price lunch under the federal school lunch program and pupils who do not satisfy the income criteria for a free or reduced-price lunch under the federal school lunch program. An educational agency is eligible for supplemental nutrition aid if the educational agency does not charge pupils for school meals for which the educational agency receives reimbursement from the federal government. Under the bill, the amount of aid is equal to the sum of 1) the number of school meals provided in the previous school year to pupils who satisfy LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the income criteria for a reduced-price lunch multiplied by the difference between the free-meal reimbursement amount and the reduced-price-meal reimbursement amount and 2) the number of school meals provided in the previous year to pupils who do not satisfy the income criteria for a free or reduced-price lunch multiplied by the difference between the free-meal reimbursement amount and the reimbursement amount for a paid school meal. Supplemental nutrition aid is first paid to educational agencies in the 2026]27 school year for school meals provided during the 2025]26 school year. Under the bill, supplemental nutrition aid is funded by a sum sufficient appropriation, which ensures that educational agencies receive the full amount of aid to which they are entitled. The bill defines a Xschool mealY as a school lunch or snack under the federal school lunch program and a breakfast under the federal school breakfast program and an Xeducational agencyY as a school board, an operator of an independent charter school, the director of the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, the director of the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, an operator of a residential care center for children and youth, a tribal school, or a private school. School breakfast program The bill expands eligibility for reimbursement under the school breakfast program to include operators of independent charter schools, the director of the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, the director of the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, and operators of residential care centers for children and youth. The bill also prohibits DPI from making a reimbursement for a breakfast served at a school in the previous school year if that school ceased operations during the prior school year. This prohibition does not apply to reimbursements to a school district. School mental health and pupil wellness; categorical aid The bill changes the types of expenditures that are eligible for reimbursement under the state categorical aid program related to pupil mental health. Under current law, DPI must make payments to school districts, independent charter schools, and private schools participating in parental choice programs (local education agencies) that increased the amount they spent to employ, hire, or retain social workers. Under current law, DPI first pays each eligible local education agency 50 percent of the amount by which the eligible local education agency increased its expenditures for social workers in the preceding school year over the amount it expended in the school year immediately preceding the preceding school year. If, after making those payments, there is money remaining in the appropriation account for that aid program, DPI makes additional payments to eligible local education agencies. The amount of those additional payments is determined based on the amount remaining in the appropriation account and the amount spent by eligible local education agencies to employ, hire, and retain social workers during the previous school year. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill expands eligibility for the payments under the aid program to include spending on school counselors, school social workers, school psychologists, and school nurses (pupil services professionals). The bill also eliminates the two tier reimbursement structure of the aid program and eliminates the requirement that a local education agency is eligible for the aid only if the local education agency increased its spending. Under the bill, any local education agency that made expenditures to employ, hire, or retain pupil services professionals during the previous school year is eligible for reimbursement under the aid program. Aid for comprehensive school mental health services Under current law, DPI awards grants to school districts and independent charter schools for the purpose of collaborating with community mental health agencies to provide mental health services to pupils. The bill replaces the current grant program with new categorical aid for comprehensive school mental health services to school districts and independent charter schools. Under the bill, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, DPI must annually reimburse a school board or the operator of an independent charter school for costs incurred for mental health services during in-school or out-of-school time, up to the greater of $100,000 or $100 per pupil who was enrolled in the school district or independent charter school in the previous school year. If the amount appropriated for this purpose is insufficient, DPI must prorate the reimbursements. Peer-to-peer suicide prevention grants Under current law, DPI administers a competitive grant program to award grants to public, private, and tribal high schools for the purpose of supporting peer- to-peer suicide prevention programs. Under current law, the maximum annual peer-to-peer suicide prevention grant amount is $1,000. The bill increases the maximum annual peer-to-peer suicide prevention grant amount to $6,000. Mental health training programs Under current law, DPI must establish a mental health training program under which it provides training to school district and independent charter school staff on three specific evidence-based strategies related to addressing mental health issues in schools. The three specific evidence-based strategies are 1) the Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment program, 2) Trauma Sensitive Schools, and 3) Youth Mental Health First Aid. The bill expands the mental health training program to include training on any evidence-based strategy related to addressing mental health issues and suicide prevention in schools and converts the list of evidence-based strategies under current law to a nonexclusive list of strategies. Additionally, the bill requires that DPI provide the training to out-of-school-time program employees. Aid for English language acquisition The bill creates a new categorical aid for school districts and independent charter schools to offset the costs of educating limited-English proficient (LEP) pupils. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Under current law, a school board is required to provide a bilingual-bicultural education program to LEP pupils who attend a school in the school district if the school meets any of the following thresholds: 1. Within a language group, 10 or more LEP pupils are enrolled in kindergarten to grade 3. 2. Within a language group, 20 or more LEP pupils are enrolled in grades 4 to 8. 3. Within a language group, 20 or more LEP pupils are enrolled in grades 9 to 12. All school boards are required to educate all LEP pupils, but only school boards that are required to provide bilingual-bicultural education programs are eligible under current law for categorical aid targeted toward educating LEP pupils. Under current law, in each school year, DPI distributes $250,000 among eligible school districts whose enrollments in the previous school year were at least 15 percent LEP pupils, and DPI distributes the amount remaining in the appropriation account to eligible school districts on the basis of the school districts[ expenditures on the required bilingual-bicultural education programs during the prior school year. Under the bill, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, DPI must annually pay each school district and each operator of an independent charter school an amount equal to $500 times the number of LEP pupils enrolled in the school district or attending the charter school in the previous school year. This new categorical aid is in addition to aid already paid under current law and is not conditioned on whether the school board or independent charter school is required to provide a bilingual- bicultural education program. Early literacy summer reading programs Current law requires DPI to establish a model policy for promoting third grade pupils to the fourth grade that includes various components, including a requirement to provide an intensive summer reading program to pupils who are promoted to the fourth grade, had a personal reading plan in the third grade, and did not complete the plan before being promoted to fourth grade. Current law specifies that the model policy must require that the intensive summer reading program be provided until a pupil scores at grade level in reading on a summative assessment. Current law also requires school boards, operators of independent charter schools, and private schools participating in a parental choice program to, by July 1, 2025, adopt a written policy for promoting third grade pupils to the fourth grade that includes the intensive summer reading program required to be in DPI[s model policy. Beginning in the 2026]27 school year, the bill requires DPI to reimburse school boards and independent charter schools for providing intensive summer reading programs, as required under third grade promotion policies. Financial literacy curriculum grants The bill requires DPI to award grants to school boards and independent LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 charter schools for the purpose of developing, implementing, or improving financial literacy curricula. The bill further requires DPI to prioritize grants that support innovative financial literacy curricula. Current law requires school boards to adopt academic standards for financial literacy and incorporate financial literacy instruction into the curriculum in grades kindergarten to 12. Computer science education grants The bill requires DPI to annually award grants to school districts for the purpose of expanding computer science educational opportunities in all grade levels in the school district. Aid for career and technical education The bill creates a categorical aid for school districts and independent charter schools for the purpose of increasing high school career and technical education pathways in public high schools. The bill defines a Xhigh school career and technical education pathwayY as a series of career and technical education opportunities that prepare a pupil for a postsecondary option in a specific career area. Under the bill, DPI must pay each school district and independent charter school a proportional amount of the amount appropriated for this purpose. The proportional amount is based on the number of pupils in the high school grades in that school district or independent charter school in the previous school year divided by the total number of pupils in the high school grades in all school districts and independent charter schools in the previous school year. Water bottle filling station grants The bill requires DPI to award grants to school districts and independent charter schools to modify water fountains to include water bottle filling stations that provide filtered drinking water. Tribal language revitalization grants Under current law, school boards, cooperative educational service agencies, and head start agencies are eligible for grants to support innovative, effective instruction in one or more American Indian languages. The bill expands eligibility for these grants to include independent charter schools. Grants to replace race-based nicknames, logos, mascots, or team names associated with American Indians The bill authorizes DPI to award a grant to a school board that terminates the use of a race-based nickname, logo, mascot, or team name that is associated with a federally recognized American Indian tribe or American Indians, in general. Under the bill, a school board is eligible for a grant regardless of whether or not the school board decides to terminate the use of a race-based nickname, logo, mascot, or team name voluntarily, in response to an objection to its use, or in compliance with an order issued by the Division of Hearings and Appeals. The bill specifies that the amount of the grant may not exceed the greater of $50,000 or the actual cost incurred by the school board to replace the race-based nickname, logo, mascot, or team name. Under the bill, these grants are funded from Indian gaming receipts. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION: CHOICE, CHARTER, AND OPEN Parental choice program caps The bill caps the total number of pupils who may participate in the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program, the Racine Parental Choice Program, or the statewide parental choice program (parental choice program) at the number of pupils who attended a private school under the parental choice program in the 2025]26 school year. Under the bill, beginning in the 2026]27 school year, if the number of applications to participate in a parental choice program exceeds the program cap, DPI must determine which applications to accept on a random basis, subject to certain admission preferences that exist under current law. Under current law, pupils may submit applications to attend a private school under the statewide parental choice program for the following school year from the first weekday in February to the third Thursday in April, and a private school that receives applications must, no later than the first weekday in May immediately following the application period, report the number of applicants to DPI so that DPI may determine whether a pupil participation limitation has been exceeded. The bill provides that, beginning with applications for the 2026]27 school year, DPI must establish one or more application periods during which pupils may submit applications to attend a private school under the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program or Racine Parental Choice Program. The bill provides that a private school that receives applications during an application period must, no later than 10 days after the application period ends, report the number of applicants to DPI so that DPI may determine whether a program cap has been exceeded. The bill does not change the application period for the statewide parental choice program and requires DPI to use the information required to be reported under current law to determine whether the program cap for the statewide parental choice program has been exceeded. The bill also requires DPI to establish a waiting list for a parental choice program if the program cap for the parental choice program has been exceeded. Special Needs Scholarship Program cap Under current law, a child with a disability who meets certain eligibility criteria may receive a scholarship to attend a private school participating in the Special Needs Scholarship Program (SNSP). The bill caps the total number of children who may receive an SNSP scholarship at the number of children who received an SNSP scholarship in the 2025]26 school year. Under the bill, beginning in the 2026]27 school year, if the number of applications for SNSP scholarships exceeds the program cap, DPI must determine which applications to accept on a random basis, subject to certain admission preferences set forth in the bill. Under current law, a child may apply for an SNSP scholarship at any time during a school year and may begin attending the school at any time during the school year. The bill provides that, beginning with applications for the 2026]27 LRB-2186/1 ALL:all ENROLLMENT 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 school year, children may submit applications for SNSP scholarships for the school year from the first weekday in February to the third Thursday in April of the prior school year, and a private school that receives applications for SNSP scholarships must, no later than the first weekday in May immediately following the application period, report the number of applicants to DPI so that DPI may determine whether the program cap has been exceeded. The bill also requires DPI to establish a waiting list if the program cap for the SNSP has been exceeded. Wisconsin parental choice program; pupil participation limit Current law includes a limit on the percentage of pupils in each school district who may attend a private school under the statewide parental choice program. The pupil participation limit started in the 2015]16 school year at 1 percent of a school district[s membership and increased gradually to 10 percent of a school district[s membership in the 2025]26 school year. Under current law, the pupil participation limit sunsets after the 2025]26 school year. The bill eliminates the sunset and continues the pupil participation limit at membership. Payment indexing: parental choice programs, SNSP, independent charter schools, full-time Open Enrollment Program, and whole grade sharing agreements Under current law, the per pupil payment amounts under parental choice programs and the SNSP, the per pupil payment amount to independent charter schools, the transfer amounts under the full-time open enrollment program, and the required transfer amount for a child with a disability in a whole grade sharing agreement (collectively, Xper pupil paymentsY) are adjusted annually. The annual adjustment for per pupil payments is an amount equal to the sum of any per member revenue limit increase that applies to school districts in that school year and any per member increase in categorical aids between the current school year and the previous school year. Under the bill, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, the annual adjustment for per pupil payments is the sum of the per member revenue limit increase that applies to school districts in that school year, if any, and the increase in the per member amount of general per pupil aid paid to school districts between the previous school year and the current school year, if any. Per pupil payment and transfer amount based on actual costs; SNSP and full-time Open Enrollment Under current law, the per pupil payment amount for a child participating in the SNSP and the transfer amount for a child with a disability in the full-time Open Enrollment Program (OEP) is one of the following: 1. A per pupil amount set by law. 2. An alternative amount based on the actual costs to educate the pupil in the previous school year, as reported by the private school or nonresident school district, whichever is applicable. For example, under this option, the amount paid to LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 10 percent of a school district[s 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 a private school in the SNSP or nonresident school district in the 2024]25 school year is based on the actual costs to educate the pupil in the 2023]24 school year, as reported by the private school or nonresident school district. The bill eliminates the alternative SNSP per pupil payment amount and OEP transfer amount based on the actual costs to educate the pupil and the processes for setting these alternative amounts. Under the bill, the SNSP per pupil payment amount and the OEP transfer amount for children with disabilities is the same for all pupils and is set by law. In the 2024]25 school year, the amount set by law is $15,409. Teacher licensure in parental choice programs and in the SNSP With certain exceptions, the bill requires that, beginning on July 1, 2028, teachers at private schools participating in a parental choice program or in the SNSP must hold a license or permit issued by DPI. Under current law, teachers at choice schools must have at least a bachelor[s degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution of higher education, but they are not required to be licensed by DPI. There are no current law requirements regarding who may teach at SNSP schools. The bill provides an exception for a teacher who teaches only courses in rabbinical studies. In addition, the bill provides a grace period for a teacher who has been teaching for at least the five consecutive years immediately preceding July 1, 2028, which allows the teacher to apply for a temporary, nonrenewable waiver of the licensure requirement. An applicant for a waiver must submit a plan for becoming licensed as required under the bill. SNSP; religious opt out The bill provides that a private school participating in the SNSP must allow a child attending the private school under the SNSP to refrain from participating in any religious activity if the child[s parent submits to the child[s teacher or the private school[s principal a written request that the child be exempt from such activities. SNSP; accreditation or participation in another choice program The bill provides that, with certain exceptions explained below, a private school may participate in the SNSP only if 1) the private school is accredited by August 1 of the school year in which the private school participates or 2) the private school participates in a parental choice program. Under current law, a private school may participate in the SNSP if the private school is accredited or if the private school[s educational program meets certain criteria. The bill provides that, if a private school is participating in the SNSP in the 2025-26 school year and is not accredited by August 1, 2025, the private school must 1) obtain preaccreditation by August 1, 2026; 2) apply for accreditation by December 31, 2026; and 3) obtain accreditation by December 31, 2029. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION: SCHOOL OPERATIONS Health emergencies in learning places grants The bill requires school boards, independent charter schools, and private schools participating in a parental choice program or the SNSP (local educational agencies) to have 1) a cardiac emergency response plan for cardiac emergencies that occur on school property, 2) an adequate supply of opioid antagonists on site, and 3) a carbon monoxide detector in each room of a school that contains a fuel-burning, forced-air furnace or a boiler, or as otherwise required by DSPS. The bill also requires DPI to provide aid to local educational agencies for the costs of complying with these requirements. Beginning in the 2025]26 school year, the bill requires each local educational agency to have in effect a cardiac emergency response plan (CERP) for cardiac emergencies that occur on school property. Under the bill, a CERP is a written document that establishes specific steps to reduce death from cardiac arrest in a specific setting. Under the bill, a CERP must include various components, including a cardiac emergency response team; information on how the cardiac emergency response team is activated in the event of an emergency; and requirements for automated external defibrillator placement, maintenance, and training in usage, training in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and drills to practice the CERP. Under current law, school boards and governing bodies of private schools must supply a standard first aid kit for use in an emergency. Under the bill, independent charter schools must also supply a standard first aid kit for use in an emergency. Current law also authorizes certain school personnel, including employees and volunteers of public and private schools, to administer an opioid antagonist to a person who appears to be undergoing an opioid-related drug overdose. Most recently, 2023 Wisconsin Act 194 provided civil immunity to elementary and secondary schools, school personnel, and particular medical professionals who provide or administer an opioid antagonist. Under the bill, each local educational agency must ensure that each school maintains a usable supply of an opioid antagonist on site, in a place that is accessible at all times. Under current law, DPI must establish a model management plan for maintaining indoor environmental quality in public and private schools. By no later than July 1, 2026, the bill requires DPI to include in that model plan that public and private schools must have a carbon monoxide detector in each room in a school that contains a fuel-burning, forced-air furnace or a boiler, and as otherwise required by DSPS. Under current law, school boards and private schools participating in a parental choice program must have and implement a plan for maintaining indoor environmental quality in schools. The bill extends this requirement to independent charter schools. Additionally, the bill requires that, by no later than October 1, 2026, each local educational agency include in its management plan for LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 maintaining indoor environmental quality the same carbon monoxide detector requirement that is included in DPI[s model plan. Under the bill, each local educational agency must implement the carbon monoxide detector requirement by no later than July 1, 2027. The bill also requires local educational agencies to reasonably maintain all carbon monoxide detectors as specified in the detectors[ instructions. The requirements related to carbon monoxide detectors do not apply to a local educational agency that is a private school participating only in the SNSP. Under current law generally, carbon monoxide detectors are required in dwellings with an attached garage, a fireplace, or a fuel-burning appliance. Carbon monoxide detectors are also required in public buildings that are used for sleeping or lodging and contain a fuel-burning appliance, a fuel-burning forced-air furnace, or an attached garage. Costs of placing school resource officers in MPS schools Current law requires the school board of a first class city school district—currently only Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS)—to ensure that at least 25 school resource officers are present at schools within the school district during normal school hours and that school resource officers are available, as needed, during before-school and after-school care, extracurricular activities, and sporting events (SRO requirement). Under current law, a school resource officer (SRO) is a law enforcement officer who is deployed in community-oriented policing and assigned by the law enforcement agency that employs him or her to work in a full- time capacity in collaboration with a school district. Current law also requires MPS and the City of Milwaukee to agree on how to apportion the costs of meeting the SRO requirement between the two entities. Under the bill, MPS and the City of Milwaukee must apportion the costs of meeting the SRO requirement as follows: 1. For school days, the greater of 25 percent of the costs or $400,000, as indexed to inflation, to MPS and the remainder to the City of Milwaukee. 2. For nonschool days, 100 percent to the City of Milwaukee. Under the bill, Xschool dayY means 1) a day on which school is actually taught and 2) a day on which school is not taught because school is closed due to inclement weather, parent-teacher conferences, an order of a local health officer or DHS, or a threat to the health or safety of pupils or school personnel. Computer science course requirement The bill requires school boards, independent charter schools, and private schools participating in a parental choice program to make available to pupils in grades 9 to 12 at least one computer science course, which must include concepts in computer programming or coding. Participation in high school graduation ceremonies The bill prohibits school boards, independent charter schools, and private schools participating in a parental choice program or the SNSP from excluding a pupil from a high school graduation ceremony due to the pupil[s or the pupil[s family[s failure to pay any outstanding fees or charges. Under current law, pupil LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 participation in high school graduation ceremonies is determined under school board, charter school, or private school policies. Access to period products in schools The bill requires school boards and independent charter schools to provide period products to any pupil who needs them while at school, at no charge to the pupil. In addition, the bill requires DPI to distribute aid for the provision of period products to certain school districts and independent charter schools. Under the bill, a school district or independent charter school is eligible for aid if the school district or independent charter school had a greater percentage of economically disadvantaged pupils enrolled in or attending the school district or independent charter school than the statewide percentage of economically disadvantaged pupils in the previous school year. Under the bill, DPI must distribute to each eligible school district and independent charter school the greater of $100 or an amount that is proportionate to the number of economically disadvantaged pupils enrolled in or attending the eligible school district or independent charter school in the previous school year compared to the total number of economically disadvantaged pupils enrolled in or attending eligible school districts or independent charter schools in the previous school year. If the amount appropriated for this aid is insufficient to pay the full amount of aid, DPI must prorate the aid payments among the eligible school districts and independent charter schools. The bill defines an Xeconomically disadvantaged pupilY as a pupil who satisfies the federal income eligibility requirements for a free or reduced-price lunch. PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION: ADMINISTRATIVE AND OTHER FUNDING Early literacy coaches Under current law, the Office of Literacy in DPI must establish and supervise a literacy coaching program to improve literacy outcomes in this state. Specifically, the Office of Literacy, in consultation with cooperative educational service agencies, must contract for up to 64 full-time equivalent literacy coaches. Current law requires the Office of Literacy to assign one-half of the literacy coaches to schools based on pupil scores on the third grade reading assessment and one-half of the literacy coaches to schools that request early literacy support. The latter half of the literacy coaches must be dispersed evenly among cooperative educational service agency regions. In addition, current law prohibits the Office of Literacy from assigning more than a total of 10 literacy coaches to a first class city school district and more than a total of four literacy coaches to a school district that is not a first class city school district. Under current law, the Office of Literacy and the literacy coaching program sunset on July 1, 2028. The bill eliminates this sunset. Beginning in the 2026]27 school year, the bill increases the maximum number of full-time equivalent literacy coaches to 100, increases the maximum number of literacy coaches that may be assigned to a first class city school district to 16, and increases the maximum number of literacy coaches that may be assigned to a school district that is not a first class city school district to six. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Early literacy tutoring grants The bill requires DPI to create a competitive grant program, under which it awards grants to community-based nonprofit organizations to provide literacy tutoring, including high-dosage literacy tutoring, to pupils who are in five-year-old kindergarten to third grade and do not yet read at grade-level. The bill defines Xliteracy tutoringY as tutoring that includes science-based early reading instruction and does not include three cueing. High-dosage literacy tutoring is defined under the bill as literacy tutoring that is provided in a one-on-one or small group setting, at least three times per week for at least 30 minutes each session, by the same tutor who is professionally trained and receives ongoing training, that includes high- quality instructional materials that align with classroom content, and that is held during school hours. Early childhood special education; coaches Under current law, school boards and operators of independent charter schools must identify, locate, and evaluate children with disabilities who are in need of special education and related services and make available a free appropriate public education to those children if they are at least three years old. The process of identifying, locating, and evaluating children with disabilities who may need special education or related services is known as XChild Find.Y The bill provides $600,000 in funding for DPI to contract with cooperative educational service agencies to employ regional child care collaboration coaches to promote Child Find to child care providers and provide training, technical assistance, and consultation to, and facilitate collaboration between, child care providers, operators of independent charter schools, and school boards for the purpose of providing special education and related services to children with disabilities. Transferring Head Start state supplement to DCF The bill transfers the Head Start state supplement from DPI to DCF. The bill transfers from the state superintendent to the secretary of children and families the responsibilities of determining whether agencies are eligible for designation as Head Start agencies under the federal Head Start program to provide comprehensive health, educational, nutritional, social, and other services to economically disadvantaged children and their families, and of distributing federal Head Start funds to those eligible agencies. Community-based 4K approach Under current law, a school board may, but is not required to, provide four- year-old kindergarten (4K). Currently, many school boards provide 4K using a public-private partnership approach, often referred to as the community approach. The community approach includes contracts between school boards and community-based providers that define the roles and responsibilities of the parties related to the operation of a 4K program. Under the bill, DPI must, in consultation with DCF, develop a model community-based approach 4K contract by January 1, 2026. DPI must also, in LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 consultation with DCF, establish by rule a standard per pupil payment to be paid to the community-based provider under the model contract. Career and technical student organizations; grants Under current law, DPI must maintain a career and technical student organizations (CTSO) team that consists of six consultants, each of whom is assigned an educational area. Specifically, DPI[s CTSO team must have a consultant in agriculture education, business education, technology education, family and consumer sciences education, marketing education, and health science education. Under the bill, DPI must annually identify one CTSO for each of these educational areas and distribute state funding to each identified CTSO based on the number of pupils who were members of the CTSO in the previous school year. Teacher apprenticeship pathway to licensure The bill requires DPI to issue an initial license to teach to an individual who holds a bachelor[s degree, successfully completes a teacher apprenticeship offered through DWD, and if the initial license is to teach in grades kindergarten to five, to teach in special education, or to teach as a reading teacher or specialist, pass an examination identical to the Foundations of Reading test, commonly called the FORT. The bill also requires DPI to consult with DWD in the creation of DWD[s teacher apprenticeship program so that an individual who completes DWD[s teacher apprenticeship program will satisfy many of the requirements to obtain a license to teach from DPI, including the requirement that an applicant receive instruction in the study of minority group relations, that an applicant demonstrate competency related to various conflict resolution skills, and that an applicant for a license to teach reading or language arts to prekindergarten class to sixth grade successfully completes instruction in science-based early reading instruction. See Employment. Grow Your Own programs The bill creates a new grant program administered by DPI and available to school districts and operators of independent charter schools to reimburse the cost of XGrow Your OwnY programs. Under the bill, Grow Your Own programs include high school clubs that encourage careers in teaching, payment of costs associated with current staff acquiring education needed for licensure, support for career pathways using dual enrollment, support for partnerships focused on attracting or developing new teachers, or incentives for paraprofessionals to gain licensure. The bill appropriates $5,000,000 in fiscal year 2026]27 for this purpose. Educators rising; grant The bill requires DPI to create a competitive request-for-proposal process to award a grant to an entity for the purpose of subsidizing cocurricular opportunities for public school pupils that encourage those pupils to pursue a career in teaching. Under the bill, to be eligible for this grant, an entity must demonstrate to DPI that it has successfully supported this type of cocurricular opportunities in public schools in this state. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Arts for All Under current law, GPR is appropriated to DPI for Very Special Arts Wisconsin, Inc. In 2019, Very Special Arts Wisconsin changed its name to Arts for All Wisconsin. The bill updates the appropriation to reflect this name change. Graduation Alliance The bill requires the state superintendent of public instruction to annually distribute an amount appropriated to DPI to Graduation Alliance, Inc., to support pupils and their families through an academic coaching program known as Engage Wisconsin. Currently, DPI partners with Graduation Alliance, Inc., to provide Engage Wisconsin to pupils and their families. Mentor Greater Milwaukee, Inc. The bill requires DPI to award grants to Mentor Greater Milwaukee, Inc., to expand access to quality youth mentoring in Milwaukee County. The Literacy Lab The bill requires the state superintendent of public instruction to annually distribute an amount appropriated to DPI to The Literacy Lab to provide an evidence-based literacy intervention program in public schools located in Milwaukee and Racine. Grants for information technology education The bill makes several changes to the information technology education grant program. Under current law, DPI must develop a competitive request-for-proposal process to award a grant to an entity to provide information technology education opportunities to public school pupils in grades 6 to 12, technical college district students, and patrons of public libraries. Currently, to be eligible for the grant, an entity must 1) demonstrate that it has successfully offered an information technology instructional program in schools in Wisconsin; instructional program that includes eight different components specified under current law; and 3) ensure that the instructional program will be operated in 225 sites, including 16 public libraries. In addition, under current law, DPI must give preference in awarding the grant to an entity that demonstrates that it has successfully provided high-quality information technology instructional programming and educational opportunities to pupils enrolled in or attending schools in Wisconsin. The bill provides that DPI may award the information technology education grants to multiple entities. Under the bill, grants do not need to be awarded through a request-for-proposal process, and the grants are for the provision of certification opportunities in addition to information technology education. The bill modifies the eligibility criteria for the grants to require grant recipients to develop an instructional program that includes at least one of the eight components specified under current law and to maximize the number of sites at which the instructional program will be operated. In addition to the current law preference requirements, the bill requires DPI to give preference in awarding grants to entities LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2) develop an 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 that will develop an instructional program that includes more than one of the eight components specified under current law. Student teacher stipends The bill provides stipends, through DPI, to student teachers who are completing a teacher preparatory program that is approved by the superintendent of public instruction. The stipends are $2,500 per student teacher per semester, and begin in the 2026]27 school year. Receipt of a stipend under the bill does not preclude an individual from receiving a payment under the Wisconsin Teacher Improvement Program, which currently provides stipends to prospective teachers in one-semester internships. Cooperating teacher stipends The bill provides stipends, through DPI, to teachers who are overseeing a student teacher in their classrooms. The stipends are in the amount of $1,000 per teacher per semester and begin in the 2026]27 school year. Fees for licensure of school and public library personnel; appropriation changes Under current law, 90 percent of the fees collected by DPI for licensure of school and public library personnel and for school districts[ participation in DPI[s teacher improvement program are credited to an annual sum certain appropriation. The remaining 10 percent of these fees are deposited into the general fund under current law. The bill changes this annual sum certain appropriation to a continuing appropriation and requires that 100 percent of the total fees collected by DPI be credited to the appropriation. An annual sum certain appropriation is expendable only up to the amount shown in the schedule and only for the fiscal year for which it is made. A continuing appropriation is expendable until fully depleted or repealed. Under current law and the bill, the purposes of the appropriation are for 1) DPI[s administrative costs related to licensure of school and public library personnel; 2) if DPI exercises its authority to provide information and analysis of the professional school personnel supply in this state, the costs of providing that information and analysis; and 3) DPI[s teacher improvement program. GED test fee payments The bill requires DPI to pay the testing service fee for an eligible individual who takes a content area test given under the general educational development (GED) test. The GED test consists of four separate content area tests that cover mathematical reasoning and reasoning through language arts, social studies, and science. Under the bill, DPI will pay for an eligible individual to take all four content area tests once in each calendar year. In order to be eligible for the payment, an individual must satisfy DPI[s requirements to receive a Certificate of General Educational Development or a High School Equivalency Diploma. Among other things, DPI requires that the individual meet certain residency and minimum age requirements and attend a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 counseling session. The individual also must obtain a passing score on a GED practice test for the content area (commonly called a GED Ready practice test). Farm to school program The bill provides GPR to DPI for the purpose of providing matching funds for grants from the federal government for the farm to school program. The farm to school program promotes the use of locally and regionally grown foods in schools. Information technology systems; modernization expenses The bill appropriates GPR to DPI for the purpose of modernizing information systems used by DPI. HIGHER EDUCATION Administrative attachment of HEAB and DLAB to DOA Under current law, the HEAB is an independent agency in the executive branch of state government. HEAB administers most of the state[s higher education financial aid programs. The bill attaches HEAB to DOA for administrative purposes. Under current law, a board that is attached to another agency for administrative purposes is a distinct unit of that agency and exercises its powers and duties independently of that agency, but performs budgeting, program coordination, and related management functions under the direction and supervision of that agency. Under current law, the Distance Learning Authorization Board (DLAB) is administratively attached to HEAB. DLAB administers the state[s reciprocity agreement governing authorization and oversight of higher education institutions that provide distance education to out-of-state students. The bill attaches DLAB for administrative purposes to DOA instead of HEAB. Nonresident tuition exemption for undocumented individuals and certain tribal members enrolled in the UW System or a technical college The bill creates a nonresident tuition exemptions for certain UW System and technical college students. Current law allows the Board of Regents of the UW System to charge different tuition rates to resident and nonresident students. A person generally must be a resident of this state for at least 12 months prior to registering at a UW System institution in order to be exempt from paying nonresident tuition. However, current law also includes nonresident tuition exemptions, under which certain nonresident students pay resident tuition rates. Also under current law, the TCS Board establishes program fees that technical college districts must charge students. With exceptions, the fees for nonresidents are 150 percent of the fees for residents. The TCS Board must establish procedures to determine the residence of students attending technical colleges, but current law specifies that certain students must be considered residents of this state. The bill creates an exemption from nonresident tuition for an individual who is not a citizen of the United States and who 1) graduated from a Wisconsin high LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 school or received a declaration of equivalency of high school graduation from Wisconsin; 2) was continuously present in Wisconsin for at least three years following the first day of attending a Wisconsin high school or immediately preceding receipt of a declaration of equivalency of high school graduation; and 3) enrolls in a UW System institution and provides the institution with proof stating that he or she has filed or will file an application for lawful permanent resident status with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services as soon as the individual is eligible to do so. The bill also provides that such an individual is considered a resident of this state for purposes of admission to and payment of fees at a technical college. The bill also creates a nonresident tuition exemption for certain tribal members. Under the bill, a student enrolled in a UW System institution or technical college qualifies for resident tuition or fee rates if all of the following apply: 1. The student is a member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band in Wisconsin or is a member of a federally recognized tribe in Minnesota, Illinois, Iowa, or Michigan. 2. The student has resided in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Iowa, or Michigan, or in any combination of these states, for at least 12 months prior to enrolling in a UW System institution or technical college. Tuition and fee remission for certain tribal members and student teachers enrolled in the UW System or a technical college The bill grants full remission of tuition and fees for certain tribal members who are UW System or technical college students. Under the bill, a student is exempt from tuition and segregated fees at a UW System institution and from tuition and incidental fees at a technical college if the student is a resident of this state and an enrolled member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe in this state. The student is eligible for the remission for 128 credits or eight semesters, whichever is longer, but only if the student maintains a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0. The bill also grants full remission of tuition for student teachers enrolled in the UW System or a technical college during their semester of student teaching. The remission applies for a student who is a resident of this state and is participating in the student teaching component of an educator preparatory program approved by DPI. Tuition grant program for national guard members The bill also makes changes to DMA[s tuition grant program for national guard members. See Military Affairs. Expansion of the nurse educator financial assistance program to allied health, behavioral health, and dentistry professions Under current law, HEAB administers a nurse educator program that provides 1) fellowships to students who enroll in certain postgraduate nursing LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 degree programs at institutions of higher education, 2) postdoctoral fellowships to recruit faculty for nursing programs at institutions of higher education, and 3) educational loan repayment assistance to recruit and retain faculty for nursing programs in institutions of higher education. Individuals who receive financial assistance under the program must make a commitment to teach for at least three consecutive years in a nursing program at an institution of higher education. The bill expands the program to provide the same financial assistance and teaching commitment requirement to certain individuals in allied health, behavioral health, and dentistry professions, as defined in the bill. Health care provider loan assistance program The bill makes five new categories of health care providers eligible for the health care provider loan assistance (HCPLA) program and provides additional funding for loans to these health care providers. Under current law, the Board of Regents of the UW System administers the HCPLA program under which it may repay, on behalf of a health care provider, up to $25,000 in loans for education related to the health care provider[s field of practice. The repayment occurs over three years, with 40 percent of the loan or $10,000, whichever is less, repaid in each of the first two years of participation in the program and the final 20 percent or $5,000, whichever is less, repaid in the third year. A health care provider is defined as a dental hygienist, dental therapist, physician assistant, nurse-midwife, or nurse practitioner. The Board of Regents must enter into a written agreement with the health care provider in which the health care provider agrees to practice at least 32 clinic hours per week for three years in one or more eligible practice areas in this state or in a rural area. An Xeligible practice areaY is defined as a free or charitable clinic, a primary care shortage area, a mental health shortage area, an American Indian reservation or trust lands of an American Indian tribe, or, for a dental hygienist, a dental health shortage area or a free or charitable clinic. Money for loan repayments is derived from several sources, and loan repayments are subject to availability of funds. If insufficient funds are available to repay the loans of all eligible applicants, the Board of Regents must establish priorities among the eligible applicants based on specified considerations, including factors related to the degree of the health care need and shortage in the area. However, some funding for loan repayments is available only for health care providers who practice in rural areas. The bill adds medical assistants, dental assistants, dental auxiliaries, behavioral health providers, and substance abuse treatment providers to the health care providers who are eligible for loan repayment under the HCPLA program. These health care providers are eligible under the current terms of the program, except medical assistants. Medical assistants are eligible for loan repayment of up to $12,500 in total, with repayments of 40 percent of the loan or $5,000, whichever is less, in each of the first two years and 20 percent or $2,500, whichever is less, in the third year. For purposes of an eligible practice area, dental assistants, dental LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 auxiliaries, and dental therapists are treated similarly to the way dental hygienists are treated under current law. Expanding the rural dentistry scholarship program Under current law, HEAB in consultation with DHS administers a scholarship program for students enrolled in the Marquette University School of Dentistry (MUSD) who agree to practice dentistry in a dental health shortage area for 18 months for each annual scholarship received. A Xdental health shortage areaY is an area that is federally designated as having a shortage of dental professionals, not including Brown, Dane, Kenosha, Milwaukee, and Waukesha Counties. From the program, HEAB may award to no more than 15 MUSD students an annual scholarship of $30,000 per year for up to four years. A student who fails to meet their obligation to practice in a dental health shortage area for the requisite period must repay the amount of scholarship received. The bill expands the scholarship program to include dental general practice residents as possible recipients of the scholarship, in addition to any student enrolled in the MUSD. Parkinson[s disease registry The bill directs the Population Health Institute (PHI), or its successor, at the UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health to establish and maintain a Parkinson[s disease registry and to collect data on the incidence and prevalence of Parkinson[s disease and parkinsonisms in this state. XparkinsonismY as a condition that is similar or related to Parkinson[s disease. In addition, under the bill, if a health care provider treats or diagnoses a patient with Parkinson[s disease or a parkinsonism, that health care provider or the health care facility that employs or contracts with the health care provider must report information about the patient[s Parkinson[s disease or parkinsonism to PHI for purposes of the Parkinson[s disease registry. If a patient declines to participate in the Parkinson[s disease registry, the health care provider or health care facility must report only the incident of the patient[s Parkinson[s disease or parkinsonism. The bill directs PHI to create a website for the Parkinson[s disease registry that includes annual reports on the incidence and prevalence of Parkinson[s disease in this state. The bill also authorizes UW-Madison to enter into agreements in order to furnish data from the Parkinson[s disease registry to another state[s Parkinson[s disease registry, a federal Parkinson[s disease control agency, a local health officer, or a researcher who proposes to conduct research on Parkinson[s disease, subject to certain confidentiality requirements. In addition, the bill requires the UW System to allocate from its general program operations appropriation $3,900,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $2,400,000 in fiscal year 2026]27 to establish the statewide Parkinson[s disease registry. UW System funding allocations and grant to the Institute for Healthy Aging Under current law, most GPR appropriated to the UW System is appropriated through a single general program operations appropriation, a biennial appropriation sometimes referred to as the UW block grant appropriation. In the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all The bill defines 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 2023]25 fiscal biennium, more than a billion dollars was appropriated through this appropriation in each year of the fiscal biennium. The bill requires the UW System to allocate from this appropriation specified amounts for particular purposes in the 2025]27 fiscal biennium. The total amount of these required allocations is approximately $8.6 million in fiscal year 2025]26 and approximately $7.5 million in fiscal year 2026]27, and the purposes include the following: increasing assistance to students who are veterans and military personnel; extending eligibility for the Health Care Provider Loan Assistance Program to new categories of health care providers; establishing or continuing foster youth programming for eligible students; funding UW-Madison[s UniverCity Alliance program; supporting journalism programs and fellowships; and funding education, training, research, and technical assistance to support small businesses, economic development, and entrepreneurial activity. The bill also requires the UW System to award a grant from this appropriation, in the amount of $450,000 in each fiscal year of the 2025]27 fiscal biennium, to the Institute for Healthy Aging to support programs in fall prevention and recovery training. UW Missing-in-Action Recovery and Identification Project Under the bill, the Board of Regents of the UW System must provide funding to the UW Missing-in-Action Recovery and Identification Project (MIA Recovery Project) for missions to recover and identify Wisconsin veterans who are missing in action. At the conclusion of the mission for which funding is provided, the MIA Recovery Project must submit to the Board of Regents, JCF, each legislative standing committee dealing with veterans matters, the governor, DVA, and DMA a report on the mission[s findings and an accounting of expenditures for the mission. The bill allocates $500,000 in each year of the 2025]27 fiscal biennium for the MIA Recovery Project. Grants to technical college district boards for adoption of artificial intelligence Under current law, the TCS Board may award grants to technical college district boards in a variety of contexts, including to provide basic skills instruction in jails and prisons, to expand health care programs, and for the development of apprenticeship criteria. The bill allows the TCS Board to award grants to technical college district boards to support the district boards with the adoption and use of artificial intelligence in areas including the following: 1) educator recruitment, retention, and upskilling; 2) curriculum and resource development to meet employer demand; 3) stackable credential development; and 4) infrastructure development. GENERAL EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AGENCIES Library intern stipend payments The bill requires the Division for Libraries and Technology in DPI to provide stipend payments to students who are enrolled in a library and information LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 sciences master[s degree program and are placed as an intern in a public library or school library. The stipend payments are $2,500 per student per semester, and begin in the 2026]27 school year. Funding for the emergency weather warning system Under current law, the Educational Communications Board is required to operate an emergency weather warning system, the operation of which is funded from moneys received from DOA for the provision of state telecommunications to state agencies. The bill changes the funding source for the operation of the emergency weather warning system to GPR. Operational funding for the Northern Great Lakes Center The bill expands a segregated-funds appropriation to SHS to allow expenditures for operational support of the Northern Great Lakes Center. Security at museum located on N. Carroll Street in Madison Current law requires SHS to have responsibility for security at the Wisconsin Historical Museum located at 30 N. Carroll Street in Madison. The Wisconsin Historical Museum located at 30 N. Carroll Street has been demolished. The bill requires SHS to have responsibility for security at any subsequent museum located on N. Carroll Street. ELECTIONS Automatic voter registration The bill requires the Elections Commission to use all feasible means to facilitate the registration of all individuals eligible to vote in this state and to maintain the registration of all registered voters for so long as they remain eligible. Under the bill, the commission must attempt to facilitate the initial registration of all eligible individuals as soon as practicable. To facilitate that initial registration, the bill directs the commission and DOT to enter into an agreement so that DOT may transfer specified personally identifying information in DOT[s records to the commission. The bill requires the commission to maintain the confidentiality of any information it obtains under the agreement and allows a driver[s license or identification card applicant to opt out of DOT[s transfer of this information to the commission. Once the commission obtains all the information required under current law to complete an eligible individual[s registration, the commission adds the individual[s name to the statewide registration list. The bill also permits an individual whose name is added to the registration list or who wishes to permanently exclude his or her name from the list to file a request to have his or her name deleted or excluded from the list or to revoke a deletion or exclusion request previously made. In addition, the bill directs the commission to notify an individual by first class postcard whenever the commission removes his or her name from the registration list or changes his or her status on the list from eligible to ineligible. The bill also directs the commission to report to the legislature and the governor, no later than July 1, 2027, its progress in initially registering eligible LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 individuals under the bill. The report must contain an assessment of the feasibility and desirability of integration of registration information with information maintained by DHS, DCF, DWD, DOR, DSPS, and DNR; the UW System; and the TCS Board, as well as with the technical colleges in each technical college district. Under current law, an eligible individual with a current and valid driver[s license or identification card issued by DOT may register to vote electronically on a secure website maintained by the commission. To register electronically under current law, an eligible individual must also authorize DOT to forward a copy of his or her electronic signature to the commission. The authorization affirms that all information provided by the individual is correct and has the same effect as a written signature on a paper copy of the registration form. Finally, current law requires the commission and DOT to enter into an agreement that permits the commission to verify the necessary registration information instantly by accessing DOT[s electronic files. Early canvassing of absentee ballots Under current law, absentee ballots may not be canvassed until election day. The bill authorizes a municipal clerk or municipal board of election commissioners to begin the canvassing of absentee ballots on the day before an election, subject to the following requirements: 1. The municipality must use automatic tabulating equipment to process absentee ballots. 2. Prior to the early canvassing of absentee ballots, the municipal clerk or municipal board of election commissioners must notify the Elections Commission in writing and must consult with the Elections Commission concerning administration of early canvassing of absentee ballots. 3. Early canvassing of absentee ballots under the bill may be conducted only between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. on the day before the election, and ballots may not be tallied until after polls close on election day. 4. Members of the public must have the same right of access to a place where absentee ballots are being canvassed early as is provided under current law for canvassing absentee ballots on election day. 5. When not in use, automatic tabulating equipment used for canvassing absentee ballots and the areas where the programmed media and the absentee ballots are housed must be secured with tamper-evident security seals in a double- lock location such as a locked cabinet inside a locked office. 6. Subject to criminal penalty, no person may act in any manner that would give him or her the ability to know or to provide information on the accumulating or final results from the ballots canvassed early under the bill before the close of the polls on election day. 7. Certain notices must be provided before each election at which the municipality intends to canvass absentee ballots on the day before the election. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Residency requirement for voting Under current law, with limited exceptions, an otherwise eligible voter must be a resident of Wisconsin and of the municipality and ward, if any, where the voter is voting for 28 days before an election in order to vote in the election in that municipality and ward. The bill shortens that residency requirement from 28 days to 10 days. Voting absentee in person Current law allows an individual to complete an absentee ballot in person no earlier than 14 days preceding the election and no later than the Sunday preceding the election. The bill eliminates the 14-day restriction on how soon a person may complete an absentee ballot in person. Voter bill of rights The bill creates a voter bill of rights that municipal clerks and boards of election commissioners must post at each polling place. The bill of rights informs voters that they have the right to do all of the following: 1. Vote if registered and eligible to vote. 2. Inspect a sample ballot before voting. 3. Cast a ballot if in line when the polling place closes or, if voting by in-person absentee ballot on the last day for which such voting is allowed, when the municipal clerk[s office closes. 4. Cast a secret ballot. 5. Get help casting a ballot if disabled. 6. Get help voting in a language other than English as provided by law. 7. Get a new ballot, up to three ballots in all, if the voter makes a mistake on the ballot. 8. Cast a provisional ballot as provided by law. 9. Have the voter[s ballot counted accurately. 10. Vote free from coercion or intimidation. 11. Report any illegal or fraudulent election activity. Office of Election Transparency and Compliance The bill creates under the Elections Commission the Office of Election Transparency and Compliance. The office is under the direction and supervision of a director who must be a policy initiatives advisor appointed in the classified service by the Elections Commission administrator. The bill requires the office, as directed by the commission by resolution, to perform research and assist the commission[s legal staff in presenting information to the members of the commission concerning sworn complaints of election law violations, including allegations that a person provided false or misleading information to an election official during the registration or voting process, and sworn complaints alleging noncompliance with election laws and processes by election officials. The bill further requires the office to provide assistance and LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 research to the commission with respect to the following, as directed by the commission administrator: 1. Procedures at polling places. 2. Election processes. 3. Election systems and equipment, including with respect to accessibility requirements for individuals with disabilities. 4. Responding to public records requests. 5. Responding to legislative inquiries and requests for assistance. 6. Responding to inquiries from the public. Voter registration in high schools Prior to 2011 Wisconsin Act 240, state law required that all public high schools be used for voter registration for enrolled students and members of the high school staff. Prior law also authorized voter registration to take place at a private high school or a tribal school that operates high school grades if requested by the principal. The bill reinstates those provisions. Under the bill, the municipal clerk must notify the school board of each school district in which the municipality is located that high schools will be used for voter registration. The school board and the clerk must then appoint at least one qualified voter at each high school to be a special school registration deputy. The bill allows students and staff to register at the school on any day that classes are regularly held. The deputies promptly forward the registration forms to the clerk and the clerk adds qualified voters to the registration list. The clerk may reject a registration form, but the clerk must notify the registrant and inform the registrant of the reason for being rejected. Under the bill, a form completed by an individual who will be 18 years of age before the next election and who is otherwise qualified to vote must be filed in such a way that the individual is automatically registered to vote when the individual is 18. Finally, the bill allows a principal of a private high school or tribal school that operates high school grades to request that the municipal clerk appoint a qualified voter at the school to be a special school registration deputy. Under the bill, the clerk must appoint a special school registration deputy if the clerk determines that the private high school or tribal school has a substantial number of students residing in the municipality. Proof of identification for voting Current law allows an individual to use as voter identification an unexpired identification card issued by a technical college, college, or university in this state if the card meets certain criteria. The card must have an expiration date that is no later than two years after the date it was issued, and the individual must establish proof of enrollment. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit held that the requirement to present both an unexpired identification card and proof of enrollment had no rational basis and was therefore unconstitutional. See Luft v. Evers, 963 F.3d 665 (2020). The bill allows a student to use an expired student LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 identification card under certain circumstances. Under the bill, a student does not need to present proof of enrollment if using an unexpired identification card but must provide proof of enrollment if using an expired identification card. In addition, the bill requires each technical college in this state and each UW System institution to issue student identification cards that meet the criteria to be used as voter identification. Current law also allows an individual to use as voter identification an identification card issued by DOT. DOT may issue a receipt as a temporary identification card to use for voting and other purposes to an individual who is waiting for the permanent card. The receipt expires in 60 days. The bill extends the expiration date to 180 days. Petitions to complete a partial recount Under current law, any candidate voted for at an election who is an aggrieved party may petition for a full or partial recount of the votes cast in the jurisdiction or district of the office that the candidate seeks. Current law defines an Xaggrieved partyY as any of the following: 1. For an election at which 4,000 or fewer votes are cast for the office that the candidate seeks, a candidate who trails the leading candidate by no more than 40 votes. 2. For an election at which more than 4,000 votes are cast for the office that the candidate seeks, a candidate who trails the leading candidate by no more than 1 percent of the total votes cast for that office. If a candidate who is an aggrieved party petitions for a partial recount, current law provides that the opposing candidate may file a petition for an additional partial or a full recount of the wards or municipalities not subject to the initial partial recount no later than 5 p.m. two days after the initial partial recount is completed. Under the bill, a candidate must be an aggrieved party in order to petition for an additional partial or a full recount after an initial partial recount is completed. Therefore, if, after an initial partial recount, the opposing candidate becomes an aggrieved party—i.e., the leading candidate becomes the trailing candidate—that opposing candidate may file a petition for an additional partial or a full recount. However, the bill excludes from that authorization to petition for an additional partial or full recount the candidate who filed the petition for the initial partial recount. Special elections to fill vacancies in the office of U.S. senator and representative in congress Under current law, a vacancy in the office of U.S. senator or representative in congress occurring prior to the second Tuesday in April in the year of the general election must be filled at a special primary and special election. A vacancy occurring in one of these offices between the second Tuesday in April and the second Tuesday in May in the year of the general election is filled at the partisan primary and general election. Current law provides that a special primary be held four weeks before the day LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 of the special election. However, if the election is held on the same day as the spring election, the special primary is held concurrently with the spring primary. Under current law, with regard to an election for a national office, the period between a special primary and special election or between the spring primary or spring election does not provide sufficient time to canvass and certify the primary results and prepare ballots to send to overseas voters as required by federal law. Under the bill, a vacancy in the office of U.S. senator or representative in congress is filled in the following manner: 1. At a special election to be held on the third Tuesday in May following the first day of the vacancy with a special primary to be held concurrently with the spring primary on the third Tuesday in February. 2. At a special election to be held on the second Tuesday in August following the first day of the vacancy with a special primary to be held on the third Tuesday in May. 3. At a special election to be held on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November following the first day of the vacancy with a special primary to be held on the second Tuesday in August. However, under the bill, a November special election is not held in any year in which the general election is held for that office; instead, the vacancy is filled at the partisan primary and general election. Election administration grants The bill requires the Elections Commission to award grants to cities, villages, and towns for election administration expenses. The bill additionally requires the commission to award up to $400,000 in grants to cities, villages, towns, and counties in the 2025]26 fiscal year for the purchase of election supplies and equipment, including electronic poll books. Reimbursement of counties and municipalities for certain election costs The bill requires the Elections Commission to reimburse counties and municipalities for certain costs incurred in the administration of special primaries and special elections for state or national office. A cost is eligible for reimbursement only if certain conditions are met, including that the commission determines the cost is reasonable and the rate paid by the county or municipality for the cost does not exceed the rate customarily paid for similar costs at a primary or election that is not a special primary or election. Under the bill, only the following costs may be reimbursed: 1. Rental payments for polling places. 2. Election day wages paid to election officials working at the polls. 3. Costs for the publication of required election notices. 4. Printing and postage costs for absentee ballots and envelopes. 5. Costs for the design and printing of ballots and poll books. 6. Purchase of ballot bags or containers, including ties or seals for chain of custody purposes. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 7. Costs to program electronic voting machines. 8. Purchase of memory devices for electronic voting machines. 9. Wages paid to conduct a county canvass. 10. Data entry costs for the statewide voter registration system. Posting sample ballots in non-English languages Under the bill, if any jurisdiction in the state provides voting materials in one or more languages other than English, the Elections Commission must post on its website the sample ballots for that jurisdiction in each such language. Appropriation for clerk training Current law appropriates money annually from the general fund to the Elections Commission for training county and municipal clerks concerning voter identification requirements. The bill expands this appropriation to authorize expenditures for training county and municipal clerks for the administration of elections generally. Recount fees Current law requires the Elections Commission to reimburse the counties for the actual costs of conducting a recount. The reimbursement comes from the fees that the commission collects from the person that filed the recount petition. The bill changes the appropriation for reimbursing the counties from an annual appropriation to a continuing appropriation. EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT REGULATION Collective bargaining for state and local employees; employee rights Under current law, state and local governments are prohibited from collectively bargaining with employees except as expressly provided in the statutes. Current law allows certain protective occupation participants under the Wisconsin Retirement System, known as public safety employees, and certain municipal transit employees to collectively bargain over wages, hours, and conditions of employment. Under current law, other state and municipal employees may collectively bargain only over a percentage increase in base wages that does not exceed the percentage increase in the consumer price index. In addition, under current law, the Employment Relations Commission (ERC) assigns employees to collective bargaining units, but current law requires that public safety employees and municipal transit employees be placed in separate collective bargaining units that do not contain other state or municipal employees. The bill adds frontline workers to the groups that may collectively bargain over wages, hours, and conditions of employment. In the bill, Xfrontline workersY are state or municipal employees with regular job duties that include interacting with members of the public or with large populations of people or that directly involve the maintenance of public works. Under the bill, the ERC determines which state and municipal employees meet the criteria. Also, the bill allows the ERC to LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 place in the same collective bargaining unit both frontline workers and employees who are not frontline workers. If the ERC places employees of both types in a collective bargaining unit, the entire collective bargaining unit is treated as if all members are frontline workers and all members may collectively bargain over wages, hours, and conditions of employment. Under current law, state or municipal employees in a collective bargaining unit elect their representative. The representative for a unit containing public safety employees or transit employees requires the support of the majority of the employees who are voting in the election, and the representative for a unit containing other employees requires the support of the majority of all of the employees who are in the collective bargaining unit. Under the bill, the representative for any collective bargaining unit containing any state or municipal employees requires the support of the majority of the employees who are voting in the election regardless of the number of employees who are in the collective bargaining unit. Under current law, the ERC must conduct an annual election to certify each representative of a collective bargaining unit representing state or municipal employees who are not public safety employees or transit employees. At the election, if a representative fails to receive at least 51 percent of the votes of all of the members of the collective bargaining unit, the representative is decertified and the employees are unrepresented. The bill eliminates this annual recertification process. The bill requires state and municipal employers to consult about wages, hours, and conditions of employment with their employees who are not public safety employees, transit employees, or frontline workers. The employers must consult either when policy changes that affect wages, hours, or conditions are proposed or implemented or, in the absence of policy changes, at least quarterly. The bill adds that employees of authorities, such as the UW Hospitals and Clinics Authority, WHEDA, and WEDC, may collectively bargain as state employees, and adds faculty and academic staff employed by the UW System, including those assigned to UW-Madison, to the state employees who may collectively bargain. Eliminating the right-to-work law The current right-to-work law prohibits a person from requiring, as a condition of obtaining or continuing employment, an individual to refrain or resign from membership in a labor organization, to become or remain a member of a labor organization, to pay dues or other charges to a labor organization, or to pay any other person an amount that is in place of dues or charges required of members of a labor organization. The bill eliminates these prohibitions and the associated misdemeanor offense for violating the right-to-work law. The bill explicitly provides that, when an all-union agreement is in effect, it is not an unfair labor practice to encourage or discourage membership in a labor organization or to deduct labor organization dues or assessments from an LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 employee[s earnings. The bill sets conditions under which an employer may enter into an all-union agreement. The bill also sets conditions for the continuation or termination of all-union agreements, including that, if the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission (WERC) determines there is reasonable ground to believe employees in an all-union agreement have changed their attitude about the agreement, WERC must conduct a referendum to determine whether the employees wish to continue the agreement. WERC must terminate an all-union agreement if it finds the union unreasonably refused to admit an employee into the union. Prevailing wage The bill requires that laborers, workers, mechanics, and truck drivers employed on the site of certain projects of public works be paid the prevailing wage and not be required or allowed to work a greater number of hours per day and per week than the prevailing hours of labor unless they are paid overtime for all hours worked in excess of the prevailing hours of labor. Projects subject to the bill include state and local projects of public works, including state highway projects, with exceptions including projects below certain cost thresholds, minor service or maintenance work, and certain residential projects. Under the bill, Xprevailing wage rateY is defined as the hourly basic rate of pay, plus the hourly contribution for bona fide economic benefits, paid for a majority of the hours worked in a trade or occupation in the area in which the project is located, except that, if there is no rate at which a majority of those hours is paid, Xprevailing wage rateY means the average hourly basic rate of pay, plus the average hourly contribution for bona fide economic benefits, paid for the highest-paid 51 percent of hours worked in a trade or occupation in the area. XPrevailing hours of laborY is defined as 10 hours per day and 40 hours per week, excluding weekends and holidays. The bill requires DWD to conduct investigations and hold public hearings as necessary to define the trades or occupations that are commonly employed on projects that are subject to the prevailing wage law and to inform itself of the prevailing wage rates in all areas of the state for those trades or occupations, in order to determine the prevailing wage rate for each trade or occupation. The bill contains certain other provisions regarding the calculation of prevailing wage rates by DWD, including provisions allowing persons to request recalculations or reviews of the prevailing wage rates determined by DWD. The bill requires contracts and notices for bids for projects subject to the bill to include and incorporate provisions ensuring compliance with the requirements. The bill also establishes a requirement that state agencies and local governments post prevailing wage rates and hours of labor in areas readily accessible to persons employed on the project or in sites regularly used for posting notices. The bill makes a contractor that fails to pay the prevailing wage rate or overtime pay to an employee as required under the prevailing wage law liable to the affected employee for not only the amount of unpaid wages and overtime pay, but also for liquidated damages in an amount equal to 100 percent of the unpaid wages and overtime pay. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Finally, the bill includes, for both state and local projects of public works, provisions regarding coverage, compliance, enforcement, and penalties, including 1) requirements for affidavits to be filed by contractors affirming compliance with the prevailing wage law; 2) record retention requirements for contractors regarding wages paid to workers and provisions allowing for the inspection of those records by DWD; 3) liability and penalty provisions for certain violations, including criminal penalties; and 4) provisions prohibiting contracts from being awarded to persons who have failed to comply with the prevailing wage law. Family and medical leave expansion Under the current family and medical leave law, an employer that employs at least 50 individuals on a permanent basis must allow an employee who has been employed by the employer for more than 52 consecutive weeks and who has worked for the employer for at least 1,000 hours during the preceding 52 weeks to take family leave to care for the employee[s child, spouse, domestic partner, or parent who has a serious health condition. Employers covered under the law must also allow an employee covered under the law to take up to two weeks of medical leave in a 12-month period when that employee has a serious health condition. An employee may file a complaint with DWD regarding an alleged violation of the family and medical leave law within 30 days after either the violation occurs or the employee should reasonably have known that the violation occurred, whichever is later. The bill makes the following changes to the family and medical leave law: 1. Requires employers covered under the law to allow employees covered under the law to take family leave to provide for a grandparent, grandchild, or sibling who has a serious health condition. 2. Decreases the number of hours an employee is required to work before qualifying for family and medical leave to 680 hours during the preceding 52 weeks. 3. Extends the time period in which an employee may file a complaint with DWD to 300 days after either the violation occurs or the employee should reasonably have known that the violation occurred, whichever is later. 4. Removes the age restriction from the definition of XchildY for various purposes under the family and medical leave law. 5. Requires employers to allow employees to take family leave in the instance of an unforeseen or unexpected gap in childcare for an employee[s child, grandchild, or sibling or because of a qualifying exigency as to be determined by DWD related to covered active duty, as defined in the bill, or notification of an impending call or order to covered active duty of an employee[s child, spouse, domestic partner, parent, grandparent, grandchild, or sibling who is a member of the U.S. armed forces. 6. Requires employers to allow employees to take family leave to address issues related to the employee or the employee[s child, spouse, domestic partner, parent, grandparent, grandchild, or sibling being the victim of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, or stalking. 7. Requires employers to allow employees to take family leave to care for a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 child, spouse, domestic partner, parent, grandparent, grandchild, or sibling of an employee who is in medical isolation and requires employers to allow employees to take medical leave when an employee is in medical isolation. The bill defines Xmedical isolationY to include when a local health officer or DHS advises that an individual isolate or quarantine; when a health care professional, a local health officer, or DHS advises that an individual seclude herself or himself when awaiting the results of a diagnostic test for a communicable disease or when the individual is infected with a communicable disease; and when an individual[s employer advises that the individual not come to the workplace due to a concern that the individual may have been exposed to or infected with a communicable disease. Paid family and medical leave benefits The bill requires employers that are covered by the current family and medical leave law to provide paid benefits to their employees for up to eight weeks of family and medical leave annually, beginning on January 1, 2027. The bill exempts most state employers from required coverage. Under the bill, an employer may buy private insurance to pay benefits to employees. Employers are prohibited from deducting any cost of the insurance from an employee[s paycheck or otherwise seeking reimbursement for the cost of providing the leave benefits. Under the bill, the amount of leave benefits for a week for which benefits are payable is as follows: 1) for the amount of the employee's average weekly earnings that are not more than 50 percent of the state annual median wage in the calendar year before the employee[s application year, 90 percent of that individual's average weekly earnings; or 2) for the amount of the employee[s average weekly earnings that are more than 50 percent of the state annual median wage in the calendar year before the employee[s application year, 50 percent of that employee[s average weekly earnings. The bill also provides an employee with the right to appeal a final decision of an employer or an insurer to deny a leave benefit. Minimum wage The bill requires the secretary of workforce development to establish a committee to study options to achieve a minimum wage that ensures all workers in this state earn a living wage. Under the bill, the committee consists of nine members, with five appointed by the governor, and one each appointed by the speaker of the assembly, the assembly minority leader, the senate majority leader, and the senate minority leader. The committee must submit a report containing its recommendations for options to achieve a minimum wage and other means to ensure that all workers in this state earn a living wage to the governor and the appropriate standing committees of the legislature no later than October 1, 2026. Employee right to request and receive work schedule changes The bill requires an employer to negotiate in good faith with an employee to accommodate changes the employee requests to his or her work schedule. Further, the bill requires that unless an employer has a bona fide business reason for LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 denying the request, the employer must approve an employee[s request if it is directly related to any of the following: 1. A serious health condition of the employee. 2. Responsibilities of the employee as a caregiver for a family member. 3. Enrollment of the employee in certain educational or training programs. 4. A part-time employee[s work scheduling conflicts with the employee[s other employment. If an employer denies an employee[s request for a schedule change, the employer must inform the employee of the reasons for denial, including whether any of the reasons is a bona fide business reason as defined in the bill. Service employee right to predictable work schedule The bill requires an employer that employs an employee in certain service industry occupations, including retail, food service, and cleaning occupations, to provide the service employee with a written copy of the employee[s work schedule on or before the service employee[s first day of work. With certain exceptions, if an employer changes the service employee[s work schedule, the employer must provide the new work schedule to the employee at least 14 days in advance. The bill also requires that, if an employer changes a service employee[s work schedule with fewer than 14 days[ notice, the employer must pay the service employee an amount equal to the employee[s regular rate of pay for one hour of work. Exceptions to this requirement include when the employee consents to the change or when the employer requires the service employee to work additional time because another employee was scheduled to work that time and is unexpectedly unavailable to work. The bill also requires the following for employers that use certain scheduling practices: 1. If the service employee reports to work and the employer does not allow the employee to work all time scheduled, the employer must provide the employee with a) full compensation as if the employee had worked the full shift or b) if the employee is scheduled to work more than four hours and works less than four hours, an amount equal to the employee[s regular rate of pay for the difference between four hours and the amount of time the employee actually works. 2. If the employer requires the service employee to contact the employer, or wait to be contacted by the employer less than 24 hours before a work shift to determine whether the employee must report to work, the employer must pay the employee an amount equal to the employee[s regular rate of pay for one hour of work. 3. If the employer requires the service employee to work a split shift, the employer must pay the employee an amount equal to the employee[s regular rate of pay for one hour of work. If a service employee experiences more than one type of these scheduling practices with respect to a particular work shift, the employer must pay only one type of compensation, whichever is greatest. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill also provides that, during any period in which the employer[s regular operations are suspended due to an event outside of the employer[s control, the employer is not required to comply with the service employee work scheduling requirements created in the bill. Enforcement of rights regarding work schedules The bill provides that an employer may not interfere with, restrain, or deny the exercise of the right of an employee to request and receive work schedule changes and the right of certain service employees to a predictable work schedule, and may not discharge or discriminate against such an employee for enforcing the employee[s rights under the bill. An employee whose rights are violated may file a complaint with DWD, and DWD must process the complaint in the same manner that employment discrimination complaints are processed under current law. That processing may include the ordering of back pay, reinstatement, compensation in lieu of reinstatement, and costs and attorney fees. The bill also provides that DWD or an employee whose rights are violated may bring an action in circuit court against the employer without regard to exhaustion of any administrative remedy. If the circuit court finds that a violation has occurred, the employer may be liable to the employee for compensatory damages, reasonable attorney fees and costs, and, under certain circumstances, liquidated damages equal to 100 percent of the amount of compensatory damages awarded to the employee. In addition to any damages imposed on an employer in an administrative proceeding or circuit court action, an employer that willfully violates the protections created in the bill may be required to forfeit not more than $1,000 for each violation. Liquidated damages in wage claim actions Under current law, if an employee files a claim in circuit court for unpaid wages, the court may award liquidated damages to the employee in addition to past due wages. Under current law, the liquidated damages are as follows: 1) if an employee files the suit before DWD has finished its investigation and attempted to settle the claim, a court may award not more than 50 percent of the wages due and unpaid and 2) if an employee files the suit after DWD has completed its investigation of a wage claim, a court may award not more than 100 percent of the wages due and unpaid. Under the bill, irrespective of whether DWD has completed its investigation of a wage claim, an employee is presumed to be entitled to 100 percent of the wages due and unpaid in liquidated damages in addition to the unpaid wages due. An employer may rebut this presumption by demonstrating that they acted in good faith and had a reasonable belief that they were in compliance with the law. Compensation in job posting Under the bill, an employer must include the compensation for the position in any job posting made by the employer. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Local employment regulations The bill eliminates the preemptions of local governments from enacting or enforcing ordinances related to the following: 1. Regulations related to wage claims and collections. 2. Regulation of employee hours and overtime, including scheduling of employee work hours or shifts. 3. The employment benefits an employer may be required to provide to its employees. 4. An employer[s right to solicit information regarding the salary history of prospective employees. 5. Regulations related to minimum wage. 6. Occupational licensing requirements that are more stringent than a state requirement. See Local Government. Certain state and local employment regulations The bill eliminates the following: 1. The prohibition of the state and local governments from requiring any person to waive the person[s rights under state or federal labor laws as a condition of any approval by the state or local government. 2. A provision under which neither the state nor a local government may enact a statute or ordinance, adopt a policy or regulation, or impose a contract, zoning, permitting, or licensing requirement, or any other condition, that would require any person to accept any provision that is a subject of collective bargaining under state labor laws or the federal National Labor Relations Act. Worker classification notice and posting Current law requires DWD to perform certain duties related to worker classification, including for purposes of promoting and achieving compliance by employers with state employment laws. The bill requires DWD to design and make available to employers a notice regarding worker classification laws, requirements for employers and employees, and penalties for noncompliance. Under the bill, all employers in this state must post the notice in a conspicuous place where notices to employees are customarily posted. Finally, the bill provides a penalty of not more than $100 for an employer who does not post the notice as required. WORKER[S COMPENSATION Expansion of PTSD coverage for first responders The bill makes changes to the conditions of liability for worker[s compensation benefits for emergency medical responders, emergency medical services practitioners, volunteer firefighters, correctional officers, emergency dispatchers, coroners and coroner staff members, and medical examiners and medical examiner staff members (collectively, Xfirst respondersY), who are diagnosed with post- traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Under current law, if a law enforcement officer or full-time firefighter is LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 diagnosed with PTSD by a licensed psychiatrist or psychologist and the mental injury that resulted in that diagnosis is not accompanied by a physical injury, that law enforcement officer or firefighter can bring a claim for worker[s compensation benefits if the conditions of liability are proven by the preponderance of the evidence and the mental injury is not the result of a good faith employment action by the person[s employer. Also under current law, liability for such treatment for a mental injury is limited to no more than 32 weeks after the injury is first reported. Under current law, an injured first responder who does not have an accompanying physical injury must, in order to receive worker[s compensation benefits for PTSD, demonstrate a diagnosis based on unusual stress of greater dimensions than the day-to-day emotional strain and tension experienced by all employees as required under School District No. 1 v. DILHR, 62 Wis. 2d 370, 215 N.W.2d 373 (1974). Under the bill, such an injured first responder is not required to demonstrate a diagnosis based on that standard, and instead must demonstrate a diagnosis based on the same standard as law enforcement officers and firefighters. Also, under the bill, a first responder is restricted to compensation for a mental injury that is not accompanied by a physical injury and that results in a diagnosis of PTSD three times in his or her lifetime irrespective of a change of employer or employment, in the same manner as law enforcement officers and firefighters. Worker[s compensation; penalties for uninsured employers Under current law, an employer who requires an employee to pay for any part of worker[s compensation insurance or who fails to provide mandatory worker[s compensation insurance coverage is subject to a forfeiture. If the employer violates those requirements, for the first 10 days, the penalty under current law is not less than $100 and not more than $1,000 for such a violation. If the employer violates those requirements for more than 10 days, the penalty under current law is not less than $10 and not more than $100 for each day of such a violation. Under the bill, the forfeitures for an employer who requires an employee to pay for worker[s compensation coverage or fails to provide the coverage (violation) are as follows: 1. For a first violation, $1,000 per violation or the amount of the insurance premium that would have been payable, whichever is greater. 2. For a second violation, $2,000 per violation or two times the amount of the insurance premium that would have been payable, whichever is greater. 3. For a third violation, $3,000 per violation or three times the amount of the insurance premium that would have been payable, whichever is greater. 4. For a fourth or subsequent violation, $4,000 per violation or four times the amount of the insurance premium that would have been payable, whichever is greater. Under current law, if an employer who is required to provide worker[s compensation insurance coverage provides false information about the coverage to his or her employees or contractors who request information about the coverage, or fails to notify a person who contracts with the employer that the coverage has been LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 canceled in relation to the contract, the employer is subject to a forfeiture of not less than $100 and not more than $1,000 for each such violation. Under the bill, the penalty for a first or second such violation remains as specified under current law, the penalty for a third violation is $3,000, and the penalty for a fourth or subsequent violation is $4,000. Currently, an uninsured employer must pay to DWD an amount that is equal to the greater of the following: 1) twice the amount that the uninsured employer would have paid for worker[s compensation coverage during periods in which the employer was uninsured in the preceding three years or 2) $750 or, if certain conditions apply, $100 per day. The bill provides that the amounts an uninsured employer must pay to DWD for a determination of a failure to carry worker[s compensation insurance are as follows: 1. For a first or second determination, the amounts specified in current law. 2. For a third determination, the greater of the following: a) three times the amount that the uninsured employer would have paid for worker[s compensation coverage during periods in which the employer was uninsured in the preceding three years or b) $3,000. 3. For a fourth or subsequent determination, the greater of the following: a) four times the amount that the uninsured employer would have paid for worker[s compensation coverage during periods in which the employer was uninsured in the preceding three years or b) $4,000. False or fraudulent worker[s compensation insurance applications Current law specifies criminal penalties for various types of insurance fraud, which are punishable as either a Class A misdemeanor or a Class I felony, depending on the value of the claim or benefit. The bill adds to the list of criminally punishable insurance fraud the following: 1) the presentation of false or fraudulent applications for worker[s compensation insurance coverage and 2) the presentation of applications for worker[s compensation insurance coverage that falsely or fraudulently misclassify employees in order to lower premiums. Also under current law, if an insurer or self-insured employer has evidence that a worker[s compensation claim is false or fraudulent, the insurer or self- insured employer must generally report the claim to DWD. If, on the basis of the investigation, DWD has a reasonable basis to believe that criminal insurance fraud has occurred, DWD must refer the matter to the district attorney for prosecution. DWD may request assistance from DOJ to investigate false or fraudulent activity related to a worker[s compensation claim. If, on the basis of that investigation, DWD has a reasonable basis to believe that theft, forgery, fraud, or any other criminal violation has occurred, DWD must refer the matter to the district attorney or DOJ for prosecution. The bill extends these requirements to insurers that have evidence that an application for worker[s compensation insurance coverage is fraudulent or that an employer has committed fraud by misclassifying employees to lower the employer[s worker[s compensation insurance premiums. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Worker[s compensation; substantial fault Currently, under the worker[s compensation law, an employer is not liable for temporary disability benefits during an employee[s healing period if the employee is suspended or terminated from employment due to misconduct by the employee connected with the employee[s work. Current law defines XmisconductY by reference to the unemployment insurance (UI) law. The bill changes the definition of XmisconductY under the UI law, which change also applies for purposes of the worker[s compensation law as described above. Reimbursements for supplemental worker[s compensation benefits Under current law, worker[s compensation insurers must pay supplemental benefits to certain employees who were permanently disabled by an injury that is compensable under worker[s compensation. DWD is authorized to collect up to $5,000,000 from insurers that provide worker[s compensation insurance to provide those supplemental benefits. This money must be used exclusively to provide reimbursements to insurers that pay those supplemental benefits and that request reimbursements. The bill creates a new, separate appropriation in the worker[s compensation operations fund, to be used exclusively to provide these reimbursements. The bill does not increase revenue to DWD or collections from insurers. UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE Unemployment insurance; worker misclassification penalties Current law requires DWD to assess an administrative penalty against an employer engaged in construction projects or in the painting or drywall finishing of buildings or other structures who knowingly and intentionally provides false information to DWD for the purpose of misclassifying or attempting to misclassify an individual who is an employee of the employer as a nonemployee under the UI law. The penalty under current law is $500 for each employee who is misclassified, not to exceed $7,500 per incident. In addition, current law provides for criminal fines of up to $25,000 for employers who, after having previously been assessed such an administrative penalty, commit another violation. Current law additionally requires DWD to assess an administrative penalty against such an employer who, through coercion, requires an employee to adopt the status of a nonemployee; the penalty amount is $1,000 for each employee so coerced, but not to exceed $10,000 per calendar year. Penalties are deposited into the unemployment program integrity fund. The bill does the following: 1) removes the $7,500 and $10,000 limitations on the administrative penalties and provides that the penalties double for each act occurring after the date of the first determination of a violation; 2) removes the limitations on the types of employers to whom the prohibitions apply, making them applicable to any type of employer; and 3) specifies that DWD may make referrals for criminal prosecution for alleged criminal misclassification violations regardless LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 of whether an employer has been subject to any other penalty or assessment under the UI law. Increasing maximum weekly benefits Under current law, a person who qualifies for UI receives a weekly benefit rate equal to a percentage of that person[s past earnings, but the weekly benefit rate is capped at $370. The bill changes the maximum weekly benefit rate in the following ways: 1. For benefits paid for weeks of unemployment beginning on or after January 4, 2026, but before January 3, 2027, the maximum weekly benefit rate is capped at $497. 2. For benefits paid for weeks of unemployment beginning on or after January 3, 2027, the maximum weekly benefit rate is increased based upon the change in the consumer price index and is then increased on the same basis annually thereafter. Increasing benefit wage cap Under current law, a person who qualifies for UI is ineligible to receive any UI benefits for a week if the person receives or will receive wages or certain other earnings totalling more than $500 (wage cap). The bill changes the wage cap in the following ways: 1. For weeks of unemployment beginning on or after January 4, 2026, but before January 3, 2027, the wage cap is increased to $672. 2. For weeks of unemployment beginning on or after January 3, 2027, the wage cap is increased based upon the change in the consumer price index and is then increased on the same basis annually thereafter. Substantial fault Under current law, a claimant for UI benefits whose work is terminated by his or her employer for substantial fault by the claimant connected with the claimant[s work is ineligible to receive UI benefits until the claimant satisfies certain requalification criteria. With certain exceptions, current law defines Xsubstantial faultY to include those acts or omissions of a claimant over which the claimant exercised reasonable control and that violate reasonable requirements of the claimant[s employer. The bill eliminates this provision on substantial fault. Misconduct Under current law, a claimant for UI benefits whose work is terminated by his or her employer for misconduct by the claimant connected with the claimant[s work is ineligible to receive UI benefits until the claimant satisfies certain requalification criteria, and the claimant[s wages paid by the employer that terminates the claimant for misconduct are excluded for purposes of calculating benefit entitlement. Current law defines XmisconductY using a general, common law standard derived from Boynton Cab Co. v. Neubeck, 237 Wis. 249 (1941), and enumerates several specific types of conduct that also constitute misconduct. Under one of these specific provisions, misconduct includes 1) absenteeism on more LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 than two occasions within the 120-day period before the date of the claimant[s termination, unless otherwise specified by his or her employer in an employment manual of which the claimant has acknowledged receipt with his or her signature, or 2) excessive tardiness by a claimant in violation of a policy of the employer that has been communicated to the claimant. In Department of Workforce Development v. Labor and Industry Review Commission (Beres), 2018 WI 77, the supreme court held that an employer could, under the language described above, institute an attendance policy more restrictive than two occasions within the 120-day period. Current law also provides that absenteeism or tardiness count as misconduct only if the claimant did not provide to his or her employer both notice and one or more valid reasons for the absenteeism or tardiness. In Bevco Precision Manufacturing v. Labor and Industry Review Commission, 2024 WI App. 54, the court of appeals held that under Beres, this qualifying language did not apply if an employer had adopted its own standard on absenteeism and tardiness, as described above. The bill does all of the following: 1. Eliminates the language referencing Xexcessive tardiness.Y 2. Reverses the holding in Bevco by providing that a claimant[s notice and reason for an occasion of absenteeism or tardiness are to be analyzed under the common law misconduct standard. Under the bill, therefore, an employer may not establish its own policy for determining the reasonableness of absenteeism or tardiness. The bill does not, however, affect the general ability of an employer to institute a standard for absenteeism and tardiness more restrictive than two occasions within the 120-day period before termination. 3. Clarifies, in another provision defining misconduct, that Xtribal governmentY has the meaning given under state and federal law for what is considered an Indian tribe. Drug testing Current state law requires DWD to establish a program to test certain claimants who apply for UI benefits for the presence of controlled substances in a manner that is consistent with federal law. A claimant who tests positive for a controlled substance for which the claimant does not have a prescription is ineligible for UI benefits until certain requalification criteria are satisfied or unless he or she enrolls in a substance abuse treatment program and undergoes a job skills assessment, and a claimant who declines to submit to a test is simply ineligible for benefits until he or she requalifies. The bill eliminates the requirement to establish the drug testing program. Also under current law, an employer may voluntarily submit to DWD the results of a preemployment test for the presence of controlled substances that was conducted on an individual as a condition of an offer of employment or notify DWD that an individual declined to submit to such a test. If DWD then verifies that submission, the employee may be ineligible for UI benefits until he or she requalifies. However, a claimant who tested positive may maintain eligibility by LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 enrolling in a substance abuse treatment program and undergoing a job skills assessment. The bill eliminates these preemployment drug testing provisions. Acceptance of suitable work Under current law, if a claimant for UI benefits fails, without good cause, to accept suitable work when offered, the claimant is ineligible to receive benefits until he or she earns wages after the week in which the failure occurs equal to at least six times the claimant[s weekly UI benefit rate in covered employment. Current law specifies what is considered Xsuitable workY for purposes of these provisions, with different standards applying depending on whether six weeks have elapsed since the claimant became unemployed. Once six weeks have elapsed since the claimant became unemployed, the claimant is required to accept work that pays lower and involves a lower grade of skill. The bill modifies these provisions described above so that the claimant is not required to accept less favorable work until 10 weeks have elapsed since the claimant became unemployed. Quits due to nonsuitable work Under current law, unless an exception applies, if a claimant for UI benefits quits his or her job, the claimant is generally ineligible to receive UI benefits until he or she qualifies through subsequent employment. Under one such exception, if a claimant quits his or her job and 1) the claimant accepted work that was not suitable work under the UI law or work that the claimant could have refused, and 2) the claimant terminated the work within 30 calendar days after starting the work, the claimant remains eligible to collect UI benefits. Under the bill, this exemption applies if the claimant terminated that work within 10 weeks after starting the work. Waiting period Currently, a claimant must wait one week after becoming eligible to receive UI benefits before the claimant may receive benefits for a week of unemployment, except for periods during which the waiting period is suspended. The waiting period does not affect the maximum number of weeks of a claimant[s benefit eligibility. The bill deletes the one-week waiting period, thus permitting a claimant to receive UI benefits beginning with his or her first week of eligibility. Work search and registration Under current law, a claimant for UI benefits is generally required to register for work and to conduct a work search for each week in order to remain eligible. Current law requires DWD to waive these requirements under certain circumstances, for example, if a claimant who is laid off from work reasonably expects to be recalled to work within 12 weeks, will start a new job within four weeks, routinely obtains work through a labor union referral, or is participating in a training or work share program. Under current law, DWD may modify the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 statutory waivers or establish additional waivers by rule only if doing so is required or specifically allowed by federal law. The bill removes the waiver requirements from statute and instead allows DWD to establish waivers for the registration for work and work search requirements by rule. DWD may establish a waiver by emergency rule if the secretary of workforce development determines that the waiver is needed only on a temporary basis or that permanent rules are not warranted, and the bill allows the secretary to extend the emergency rule for up to 60 days at a time. Also, the bill specifies that the work search requirement does not apply to a claimant who has been laid off but DWD determines that the claimant has a reasonable expectation to be recalled to work. Social security disability insurance payments Under current law, in any week in any month that a claimant is issued a benefit under the federal Social Security Disability Insurance program (SSDI payment), that claimant is ineligible for UI benefits. The bill eliminates that prohibition and instead requires DWD to reduce a claimant[s UI benefit payments by the amount of SSDI payments. The bill requires DWD to allocate a monthly SSDI payment by allocating to each week the fraction of the payment attributable to that week. Quits due to relocations Under current law, unless an exception applies, if an individual quits his or her job, the individual is generally ineligible to receive UI benefits until he or she qualifies through subsequent employment. Under one such exception, if the employee[s spouse is a member of the U.S. armed forces on active duty and is relocated, and the employee quits his or her job in order to relocate with his or her spouse, the employee remains eligible to collect UI benefits. The bill expands this exception so that it applies to an employee who quits employment in order to relocate with a spouse who is required by any employer, not just the U.S. armed forces, to relocate. Electronic communications Currently, with certain exceptions, each employer that has employees who are engaged in employment covered by the UI law must file quarterly contribution (tax) and employment and wage reports and make quarterly contribution payments to DWD. An employer of 25 or more employees or an employer agent that files reports on behalf of any employer must file its reports electronically. Current law also requires each employer that makes contributions for any 12-month period ending on June 30 equal to a total of at least $10,000 to make all contribution payments electronically in the following year. Finally, current law allows DWD to provide a secure means of electronic interchange between itself and employing units, claimants, and other persons that, upon request to and with prior approval by DWD, may be used for transmission or receipt of any document specified by DWD LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 that is related to the administration of the UI law in lieu of any other means of submission or receipt. The bill makes use of these electronic methods mandatory in all cases unless the employer or other person demonstrates good cause for being unable to use the electronic method. The bill specifies what constitutes good cause for purposes of these provisions. The bill also makes various corresponding changes to penalty provisions that apply in the case of nonuse of these required electronic methods. The bill further provides that DWD may permit the use of electronic records and electronic signatures for any document specified by DWD that is related to the administration of the UI law. JOBS AND JOB TRAINING Wisconsin Fast Forward grants Under current law, DWD awards grants under what is commonly known as the Wisconsin Fast Forward program, for various workforce training purposes. The bill adds grants for education and training in the use of artificial intelligence to the allowed uses of funds under the program and requires DWD to collaborate with DHS and DPI in administering the program. The bill also requires DWD to allocate moneys under the Wisconsin Fast Forward program as follows: 1. A total of $2,000,000 in GPR funding in fiscal year 2025]26 for green jobs training. 2. A total of $200,000 in GPR funding in each year of the 2025]27 fiscal biennium for grants to help school districts to prepare students for a future that includes artificial intelligence. 3. A total of $1,000,000 in GPR funding in each year of the 2025]27 fiscal biennium to provide grants to support costs of sponsoring teacher apprentices. 4. A total of $500,000 in GPR funding in each year of the 2025]27 fiscal biennium to support training in the health care industry. Youth to registered apprentice grant program The bill requires DWD to develop and administer a grant program to award grants to local youth apprenticeship consortia to encourage individuals who are enrolled in youth apprenticeship programs to continue their careers in registered apprenticeship programs. The bill limits grants to no more than $350,000 in any fiscal year. On-the-job learning grant program The bill requires DWD to develop and administer a grant program to award grants to employers for costs related to apprenticeship programs, specifically wages for apprentices and costs for mentoring and instruction. Eligible employers are healthcare employers under a pilot program and small or new employers that have never had an apprenticeship program or have not had an apprenticeship program in the particular trade, craft, or business for which the employer seeks the grant in the five years before applying for the grant. Workforce innovation grant program The bill requires DWD to establish and operate a program to provide grants to LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 regional organizations to design and implement programs to address their region[s workforce challenges. The bill also provides that in the 2025]26 fiscal year, DWD must allocate $15,000,000 for grants for workforce development in the area of artificial intelligence and $25,000,000 for grants for health care workforce development. Teacher apprenticeships DWD is currently operating a teacher apprenticeship pilot program, under which an individual serving as a teacher apprentice earns an associate degree and a bachelor[s degree that satisfy requirements for a license to teach issued by DPI while the individual earns money as a teacher apprentice. The bill requires DWD to, in consultation with DPI, prescribe the conditions under which an individual may serve as a teacher apprentice and to prescribe what an individual must do to demonstrate that the individual has successfully completed a teacher apprenticeship. See Education. Wisconsin worker advancement program The bill requires DWD to establish and maintain the Wisconsin worker advancement program to make grants to local organizations for the organizations to provide employment and workforce services. DISCRIMINATION Civil actions regarding employment discrimination, unfair honesty, and unfair genetic testing Under current fair employment law, an individual who alleges that an employer has violated employment discrimination, unfair honesty testing, or unfair genetic testing laws may file a complaint with DWD seeking action that will effectuate the purpose of the fair employment law, including reinstating the individual, providing back pay, and paying costs and attorney fees. The bill allows DWD or an individual who is alleged or was found to have been discriminated against or subjected to unfair honesty or genetic testing to bring an action in circuit court to recover compensatory and punitive damages caused by the act of discrimination, unfair honesty testing, or unfair genetic testing, in addition to or in lieu of filing an administrative complaint. The action in circuit court must be commenced within 300 days after the alleged discrimination, unfair honesty testing, or unfair genetic testing occurred. The bill does not allow such an action for damages to be brought against a local governmental unit or against an employer that employs fewer than 15 individuals. Under the bill, if the circuit court finds that a defendant has committed employment discrimination, unfair honesty testing, or unfair genetic testing, the circuit court may award back pay and any other relief that could have been awarded in an administrative proceeding. In addition, the circuit court must order the defendant to pay to the individual found to have been discriminated against or found to have received unfair genetic testing or unfair honesty testing compensatory and punitive damages in the amount that the circuit court finds LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 appropriate, except that the total amount of damage awarded for future economic losses and for pain and suffering, emotional distress, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, and other noneconomic losses and punitive damages is subject to the following limitations: 1. If the defendant employs 100 or fewer employees, no more than $50,000. 2. If the defendant employs more than 100 but fewer than 201 employees, no more than $100,000. 3. If the defendant employs more than 200 but fewer than 501 employees, no more than $200,000. 4. If the defendant employs more than 500 employees, no more than $300,000. The bill requires DWD to annually revise these amounts on the basis of the change in the consumer price index in the previous year, if any positive change has occurred. Employment discrimination based on conviction record The bill provides that it is employment discrimination for a prospective employer to request conviction information from a job applicant before the applicant has been selected for an interview. The bill, however, does not prohibit an employer from notifying job applicants that an individual with a particular conviction record may be disqualified by law or the employer[s policies from employment in particular positions. Employment discrimination based on gender expression and gender identity Current law prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of a person[s sex or sexual orientation. The bill prohibits employers from discriminating against an employee on the basis of the employee[s gender identity or gender expression. Gender expression is defined in the bill as an individual[s actual or perceived gender-related appearance, behavior, or expression, regardless of whether these traits are stereotypically associated with the individual[s assigned sex at birth. Gender identity is defined in the bill an individual[s internal understanding of the individual[s gender, or the individual[s perceived gender identity. ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE Worker[s compensation; appropriations Under current law, the costs of DWD[s administration of the worker[s compensation program is generally funded by a general worker[s compensation operations appropriation under the worker[s compensation operations fund. However, the worker[s compensation uninsured employers program and certain other worker[s compensation activities are instead funded by a separate appropriation from the worker[s compensation operations fund. The bill does the following: 1. Eliminates the separate appropriation and instead funds the worker[s compensation uninsured employers program and those other activities from the general appropriation. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 2. Changes the general appropriation for worker[s compensation from a sum certain to a sum sufficient appropriation. Elimination of automatic transfer Under current law, administration of the worker[s compensation program is funded from a DWD appropriation from the worker[s compensation operations fund. The Labor Industry and Review Commission (LIRC) decides appeals of worker[s compensation decisions for DWD. Under current law, moneys are automatically transferred from the DWD appropriation to a LIRC appropriation account to pay for those hearing activities. The bill eliminates this automatic transfer of moneys to the LIRC appropriation account. The bill retains the LIRC appropriation, but funds it directly from the worker[s compensation operations fund, in an amount set in the appropriation schedule in ch. 20, stats. With this change, any money remaining in the LIRC appropriation at the end of a fiscal year will lapse to the worker[s compensation operations fund. Wisconsin Fast forward training appropriation The bill changes from an annual appropriation to a continuing appropriation an appropriation for training programs, grants, services, and contracts that are part of DWD[s Wisconsin Fast Forward program. Youth apprenticeship appropriation change Under current law, DWD may award grants to local partnerships for youth apprenticeship programs. The grant program is funded through a sum certain appropriation. The bill changes that appropriation to a sum sufficient appropriation. Migrant labor camp facilities The bill excludes from the definition of Xmigrant labor campY bed and breakfasts, hotels, and rooming houses that are required to be licensed by DATCP. Migrant labor contractors and migrant labor camps Under current law, migrant labor contractors are required to have a certificate of registration from DWD, which the contractor must renew annually. To receive the certificate, the contractor must provide an application, which must be accompanied by a fee. Also under current law, a person that maintains a migrant labor camp is required to have a certificate from DWD to operate the camp, which the person must renew annually. To receive the certificate, the operator of the camp must provide an application, which must be accompanied by a fee. Current law requires that these fees be deposited in the state general fund and not credited to a specific appropriation. The bill instead requires that the fees be credited to the DWD auxiliary services appropriation and authorizes that appropriation to be used for administrative costs related to the migrant labor program administered by DWD. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 ENVIRONMENT The bill contains several provisions relating to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Spills law exemptions and requirements for PFAS Under current law provisions known as the Xspills law,Y a person that possesses or controls a hazardous substance or that causes the discharge of a hazardous substance must notify DNR immediately, restore the environment to the extent practicable, and minimize the harmful effects from the discharge. If action is not being adequately taken, or the identity of the person responsible for the discharge is unknown, DNR may take emergency action to contain or remove the hazardous substance; the person that possessed or controlled the hazardous substance that was discharged or that caused the discharge of the hazardous substance must then reimburse DNR for expenses DNR incurred in taking such emergency actions. The spills law allows DNR to enter property to take emergency action if entry is necessary to prevent increased environmental damages, and to inspect any record relating to a hazardous substance for the purpose of determining compliance with the spills law. DNR may also require that preventive measures be taken by any person possessing or having control over a hazardous substance if existing control measures are inadequate to prevent discharges. The bill exempts a person who possesses or controls property where a PFAS discharge occurred from all of the requirements, if all of the following apply: 1. The property is exclusively used for agricultural use or residential use. 2. The discharge was caused by land application of sludge according to a water pollutant discharge elimination system (WPDES) permit. 3. The person who possesses or controls the property allows DNR, any responsible party, and any consultant or contractor of a responsible party to enter the property to take action to respond to the discharge. 4. The person who possesses or controls the property does not interfere with any action taken in response to the discharge and does not take any action that worsens or contributes to the PFAS discharge. 5. The person who possesses or controls the property follows any other condition that DNR determines is reasonable and necessary to ensure that DNR, the responsible party, or any consultant or contractor of the responsible party is able to adequately respond to the discharge, including taking action necessary to protect human health, safety, or welfare or the environment, taking into consideration the current or intended use of the property. 6. The person who possesses or controls the property allows DNR to limit public access to the property if DNR determines it is necessary to prevent an imminent threat to human health, safety, or welfare or to the environment. Under the bill, this exemption applies only to PFAS for which there is a state or federal standard, a public health recommendation from DHS, or a health advisory issue by the federal Environmental Protection Agency. The exemption also does not apply after December 31, 2035. The exemption does not apply to any LRB-2186/1 ALL:all PFAS 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 substances other than PFAS, and does not apply if the person that possesses or controls the property takes action that worsens or contributes to the PFAS discharge. The bill requires a person that is exempt from these provisions to provide written disclosure of the type and location of the PFAS contamination and remediation activities to any prospective purchaser or tenant of the property. The bill also provides that the exemption may not be transferred to subsequent owners of the property; each person that possesses or controls the property must establish eligibility for the exemption. The bill also provides that DNR may not use the fact that a person has applied for financial assistance under the state[s well compensation program, the county well testing grant program created in the bill, or any other state grant programs funded by the federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to determine whether the person is a person that possesses or controls a hazardous substance or that causes the discharge of a hazardous substance for purposes of applying the spills law. Finally, the bill provides that, if there is no existing standard for a hazardous substance, the person that possesses or controls the hazardous substance or that caused the discharge of the hazardous substance must propose site-specific environmental standards for DNR approval. Groundwater standards for PFAS Under current law, DNR maintains a list of substances that have a reasonable probability of entering the groundwater resources of the state and that are shown to involve public health concerns. DHS recommends groundwater enforcement standards for substances on this list, which DNR then proposes as DNR rules in its rule-making process. The bill requires DNR to begin the rule-making process to adopt DHS[s recommended groundwater enforcement standards for any PFAS within three months after receiving DHS[s recommendation. Rule-making exemptions for PFAS Current law requires an agency to suspend working on a permanent rule if it determines that the proposed rule may result in more than $10,000,000 in implementation and compliance costs over any two-year period. Current law also allows standing committees of the legislature and the Joint Committee for the Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR) to review, approve, object to, or modify a proposed rule. If JCRAR objects to all or part of a proposed rule, that rule may not be promulgated unless a bill is introduced and enacted that authorizes the promulgation of the rule. In addition, current law allows JCRAR to suspend rules that have already been promulgated; if the rule suspended is an emergency rule, the agency that promulgated the emergency rule is prohibited from proposing a permanent rule that contains the same substance as the suspended emergency rule. The bill creates an exemption from these provisions for any proposed or existing DNR rule that establishes acceptable levels and standards, enforcement standards and preventative action limits, performance standards, monitoring LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 requirements, or required response actions for any PFAS compound or group or class of PFAS in groundwater, drinking water, surface water, air, soil, or sediment. PFAS community grant program The bill creates a community grant program, administered by DNR, to address PFAS. Under the program, DNR must provide grants to cities, towns, villages, counties, tribal governments, utility districts, lake protections districts, sewerage districts, and municipal airports (municipalities). DNR may award a grant only if the applicant tested or trained with a PFAS-containing firefighting foam in accordance with applicable state and federal law, or a third party tested or trained with PFAS-containing firefighting foam within the boundaries of the municipality; the applicant applied biosolids to land under a WPDES permit issued by DNR; PFAS are impacting the applicant[s drinking water supply or surface water or groundwater within the municipality and the responsible party is unknown or is unwilling or unable to take the necessary response actions; or PFAS contamination in groundwater is impacting private wells within the area controlled by the municipality. Under the bill, grants provided under this program may be used to investigate potential PFAS impacts in order to reduce or eliminate environmental contamination; treat or dispose of PFAS-containing firefighting foam containers; sample a private water supply within three miles of a site or facility known to contain PFAS or to have caused a PFAS discharge; assist private well owners with the cost of installation of filters, treatment, or well replacement; provide a temporary emergency water supply, a water treatment system, or bulk water to replace water contaminated with PFAS; conduct emergency, interim, or remedial actions to mitigate, treat, dispose of, or remove PFAS contamination; remove or treat PFAS in public water systems in areas where PFAS levels exceed the maximum contaminant level for PFAS in drinking water or an enforcement standard for PFAS groundwater or in areas where the state has issued a health advisory for PFAS; create a new public water system or connect private well owners to an existing public water system in areas with widespread PFAS contamination in private wells; or sample and test water in schools and daycares for PFAS contamination. An applicant that receives a grant under this program must contribute matching funds equal to at least 20 percent of the amount of the grant. The applicant must apply for a grant on a form prescribed by DNR and must include any information that DNR finds is necessary to determine the eligibility of the project, identify the funding requested, determine the priority of the project, and calculate the amount of a grant. In awarding grants under this program, DNR must consider the applicant[s demonstrated commitment to performing and completing eligible activities, including the applicant[s financial commitment and ability to successfully administer grants; the degree to which the project will have a positive impact on public health and the environment; and any other criteria that DNR finds necessary to prioritize the funds available for awarding grants. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 County PFAS well testing grant program The bill also creates a grant program, under which DNR provides grants to counties to provide sampling and testing services to private well owners to sample and test for PFAS, nitrates, bacteria, and lead. The bill creates an appropriation to be funded from the segregated PFAS fund for this purpose. PFAS under the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Under current law, DOA and DNR administer the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP), which provides financial assistance from the environmental improvement program to municipalities, and to the private owners of community water systems that serve municipalities, for projects that will help the municipality comply with federal drinking water standards. DNR establishes a funding priority list for SDWLP projects, and DOA allocates funding for those projects. The bill requires DNR, when ranking the priority of SDWLP projects, to rank a project relating to PFAS in the same manner as if a maximum contaminant level for PFAS had been attained or exceeded, if DHS has recommended an enforcement standard for the type of PFAS involved in the project. Mediator for municipalities seeking alternate water sources due to PFAS Under the bill, if a municipality[s private water supplies have been contaminated by PFAS and the municipality is seeking an alternate water supply from another municipality, DNR may appoint a mediator to assist in negotiations between the two municipalities. Under the bill, this provision only applies if the contaminating PFAS is in excess of a state or federal drinking water standard, a state groundwater standard, or a public health recommendation from DHS. The bill provides that the person responsible for the contamination may participate in the negotiations. The bill requires DNR to promulgate rules to implement these provisions, including rules for the allocation of the cost of a mediator. Landspreading and PFAS Under current law, a wastewater treatment facility, and any person that wishes to land spread sludge, must obtain a WPDES permit from DNR. DNR is required to include conditions in such permits to ensure compliance with water quality standards. Under the bill, a WPDES permit that allows the permittee to land spread sludge must also include a condition that requires the permittee to annually test the sludge for any type of PFAS for which there is a state or federal standard, a public health recommendation from DHS, or a health advisory from the federal Environmental Protection Agency. The permittee must report the sampling and testing results to DNR and to the property owner before applying the sludge. Additionally, a WPDES permit issued to a treatment work must require the permittee to test all sludge for the presence of PFAS and to report the testing results to DNR. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Proof of financial responsibility for PFAS contamination The bill also provides that DNR may, if it determines doing so is necessary to protect human health or the environment, require a person who possesses or controls or who causes the discharge of PFAS, or who manufactures products that contain intentionally added PFAS, to provide proof of financial responsibility for remediation and long-term care to address contamination by a potential discharge of PFAS or environmental pollution that may be caused by a discharge of PFAS. This financial responsibility requirement does not apply to a person that is exempt from the spills law under the provisions of the bill. Environmental justice impacts of PFAS transportation and disposal The bill requires a person disposing of PFAS, or transporting PFAS for the purpose of disposal, to attempt to the greatest extent possible to avoid disposing of PFAS in, or transporting PFAS to, any location where such disposal or transportation will contribute to environmental justice concerns and to consider all reasonable alternatives for transport and disposal of PFAS. The bill requires DNR to assist in evaluating the environmental justice impacts of a person[s PFAS disposal or transportation. Statewide PFAS biomonitoring studies The bill requires DHS to conduct biomonitoring studies across the state to assess PFAS exposure levels and better understand the factors that affect PFAS levels in residents of different communities. As part of these studies, DHS may survey volunteer participants, test blood samples for PFAS, and analyze the results. DATCP testing for PFAS Under current law, DATCP conducts several statewide monitoring programs, sampling programs, and surveys related to testing groundwater quality for agricultural purposes. The bill requires that, when collecting and testing samples under one of these statewide programs, DATCP must also, at its discretion and where appropriate, test samples for the presence of PFAS. HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANUP Revitalize Wisconsin program The bill creates the Revitalize Wisconsin program, which is administered by DNR and which provides aid, in the form of grants or direct services to local governments, dry cleaners, and private parties, to address the discharge of a hazardous substance or the existence of environmental pollution on the government[s or person[s property. Aid may be provided for sites for which the site[s owner or operator applied for assistance under the dry cleaner environmental response program before the bill[s effective date; brownfields; sites that are exempt from the state[s spills law; and sites that are subject to the spills law but that are owned by private parties. The bill defines Xprivate partyY to mean a bank, trust company, savings bank, or credit union; a developer; a nongovernmental organization; or an innocent landowner. The bill defines an Xinnocent landownerY LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 as a property owner that either 1) acquired the property prior to November 1, 2006, has continuously owned the property since the date of acquisition, and can demonstrate, through documentation, that the discharge or environmental pollution being addressed was caused by another person and that the property owner did not know and had no reason to know of the discharge or pollution when the owner acquired the property or 2) acquired the property on or after November 1, 2006, meets all of the previously stated requirements, and can demonstrate, through documentation, that the property owner conducted all appropriate inquiries in compliance with federal law prior to acquiring the property. The bill provides that DNR may not award aid to an applicant under the Revitalize Wisconsin program if the applicant caused the discharge or environmental pollution, unless the applicant is a dry cleaner that applied for assistance under the dry cleaner environmental response program before the bill[s effective date. The bill also provides that DNR may require an applicant to provide a match, either in cash or in-kind services, for any aid that is awarded under the program. Activities for which aid may be provided under the program include removing hazardous substances from contaminated media; investigating and assessing the discharge or environmental pollution; removing abandoned containers; asbestos abatement; and restoring or replacing a private potable water supply. The bill also allows DNR to inspect any document in the possession of an applicant or any other person if the document is relevant to an application for financial assistance under the program. Access to information on solid or hazardous waste Under current law, a person who generated, transported, treated, stored, or disposed of solid or hazardous waste at a site or facility under investigation by DNR must provide DNR with access to certain records relating to that waste. The bill requires a person who generated solid or hazardous waste at a site or facility under investigation by DNR to also provide this information, if the waste was transported to, treated at, stored at, or disposed of at another site, facility, or location. Kewaunee Marsh remediation funding The bill appropriates moneys from the general fund to DNR for development of a remedial action plan and for the remediation of arsenic contamination in the Kewaunee Marsh in Kewaunee County. Amcast superfund site remediation funding The bill appropriates moneys from the segregated environmental fund to DNR for remedial action relating to the Amcast superfund site in Cedarburg. A Xsuperfund siteY is a site identified under the federal Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) as being contaminated with hazardous substances and requiring cleanup. 5R Processors cleanup funding lapse Under current law, DNR is appropriated moneys from the environmental fund LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 to contract with third parties to perform assessment, collection, transportation, and disposal of cathode-ray tube glass and related waste generated from activities undertaken by 5R Processors. The bill provides that, of those moneys, any unencumbered amounts are lapsed to the environmental fund. WATER QUALITY Well compensation grant program The bill makes changes to the well compensation grant program currently administered by DNR. Under current law, an individual owner or renter of a contaminated private well may apply for a grant from DNR to cover a portion of the costs to treat the water, reconstruct the well, construct a new well, connect to a public water supply, or fill and seal the well. To be eligible for a grant, the well owner[s or renter[s annual family income may not exceed $65,000. A grant awarded under the program may not cover any portion of a project[s eligible costs in excess of $16,000 and, of those costs, may not exceed 75 percent of a project[s eligible costs, meaning that a grant may not exceed $12,000. In addition, if the well owner[s or renter[s annual family income exceeds $45,000, the amount of the award is reduced by 30 percent of the amount by which the annual family income exceeds $45,000. The bill increases the family income limit to $100,000. In addition, under the bill, a well owner or renter whose family income is below the state[s median income may receive a grant of up to 100 percent of a project[s eligible costs, not to exceed $16,000. The bill also eliminates the requirement to reduce an award by 30 percent if the well owner[s or renter[s family income exceeds $45,000. The bill also expands the grant program to allow an owner or renter of a Xtransient noncommunity water supplyY to apply for a grant. A Xtransient noncommunity water supplyY is defined in the bill as a water system that serves at least 25 persons at least 60 days of the year but that does not regularly serve at least 25 of the same persons over six months per year. Under current law, a well that is contaminated only by nitrates is eligible for a grant only if the well is a water supply for livestock, is used at least three months in each year, and contains nitrates in excess of 40 parts per million. The bill eliminates these restrictions for claims based on nitrates, and instead allows grants to be issued for wells based on contamination by at least 10 parts per million of nitrate nitrogen. The bill also allows grants to be issued for wells contaminated by at least 10 parts per billion of arsenic, or by a perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) in an amount that exceeds any applicable health advisory or standard for that substance. Under current law, DNR must issue grants in the order in which completed claims are received. Under the bill, if there are insufficient funds to pay claims, DNR may, for claims based on nitrate contamination, prioritize claims that are based on higher levels of nitrate contamination. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Town of Bloom well compensation grant eligibility Under current law, a city, village, town, county, or special purpose district is not eligible for a grant under the well compensation grant program. The bill provides that the town of Bloom in Richland County may apply for this type of grant, but the grant may not exceed $16,000. Ballast water discharge Under current law, DNR may issue a general permit authorizing a vessel that is 79 feet or greater in length to discharge ballast water into the waters of the state. DNR may charge an application fee of $1,200 and a $345 annual fee for the permit. DNR must use collected fees to administer the permit program. The bill eliminates these provisions and provides that the owner or operator of any commercial vessel subject to the requirements of the federal Vessel Incidental Discharge Act that has operated outside this state must pay DNR $650 per arrival to a port of this state. Under the bill, the owner or operator of a commercial vessel subject to these requirements, including a vessel engaged in coastwise trade, may not be required to pay more than $3,250 in fees per calendar year. DNR must use collected fees for management, administration, inspection, monitoring, and enforcement activities relating to incidental discharges, including ballast water discharges. Under current law, an employee or agent of DNR may board and inspect any vessel that is subject to requirements relating to environmental protection requirements for tank vessels or open burning on commercial vessels to determine compliance with those requirements. The bill provides that DNR may enter into a memorandum of agreement with the U.S. Coast Guard authorizing an employee or agent of DNR to board and inspect any vessel that is subject to the requirements under the bill to determine compliance with the federal Vessel Incidental Discharge Act. Storm water pond safety Under current law, DNR issues water pollutant discharge elimination system (WPDES) permits and storm water discharge permits and promulgates rules for the administration of both permits. The bill requires that DNR promulgate rules establishing that any pond located in an area with a population density of at least 1,000 people per square mile that is constructed as part of an activity for which these permits are required must include one or more of the following safety features: 1) a shallow ledge around the periphery of the pond; 2) vegetation that is at least 24 inches high between the pond and any easy point of access; or 3) any other alternative safety feature authorized by DNR by rule. Winter road safety improvement grant program The bill requires DNR to administer a program to provide grants to municipalities for eligible expenditures for equipment critical to winter road safety. The bill requires DNR to promulgate rules necessary to administer the program, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 including rules that specify criteria for determining eligible recipients and expenditures. Fee for high capacity well approvals Under current law, no person may construct a high capacity well, which is a well with a capacity of more than 100,000 gallons per day, without prior approval of DNR and payment of a $500 fee. The bill increases that fee to $1,000. Fee for CAFO permits Under current law, a person who operates a concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) must have a WPDES permit from DNR. A CAFO is a livestock operation that contains at least 1,000 animal units, that discharges pollutants to a navigable water, or that contaminates a well. Current law requires a CAFO operator with a WPDES permit to pay an annual fee of $345 to DNR. The bill increases the amount of this annual fee to $545. Fee for WPDES general permits Under current law, a person may not discharge a pollutant into waters of the state without a WPDES permit issued by DNR. In addition to site-specific individual permits, DNR is authorized to issue a general permit that authorizes specified discharges in a designated area of the state. The bill requires DNR to charge a $425 processing fee for these permits. Storm water permit appropriation Under current law, a person may need to obtain a permit from DNR to discharge storm water. Current law appropriates money annually from the general fund for the administration of the storm water discharge permit program. Storm water permit fees collected by DNR are credited to the storm water permit appropriation. The bill changes the storm water permit appropriation from an annual to a continuing appropriation. An annual appropriation is expendable only up to the amount shown in the schedule and only for the fiscal year for which made. A continuing appropriation is expendable until fully depleted or repealed. Lead service line replacement appropriation Under current law, DOA and DNR administer the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP), which provides financial assistance from the environmental improvement program to local governmental units and to the private owners of community water systems that serve local governmental units for projects for the planning, designing, construction, or modification of public water systems. DNR establishes a funding list for SDWLP projects and DOA allocates funding for those projects. The bill creates a continuing appropriation from the general fund to the environmental improvement program for projects involving forgivable loans to private users of public water systems to replace lead service lines. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Environmental improvement fund revenue bonding limit Current law authorizes the issuance of revenue bonds for the Clean Water Fund Program and the SDWLP under the environmental improvement fund but limits the principal amount of those revenue bonds to $2,597,400,000. The bill increases that limit by $725,900,000, to $3,323,300,000. Bonding for urban storm water, flood control, and riparian restoration Under current law, the state may contract up to $61,600,000 in public debt to provide financial assistance for projects that manage urban storm water and runoff and for flood control and riparian restoration projects. The bill increases the bonding authority for these projects by $11,000,000. Bonding for nonpoint source water pollution abatement Under current law, the state may contract up to $57,050,000 in public debt to provide financial assistance for projects that control pollution that comes from diffuse sources rather than a single concentrated discharge source in areas that qualify as high priority due to water quality problems. The bill increases the bonding authority for these projects by $10,000,000. Bonding for Great Lakes contaminated sediment removal Under current law, the state may contract up to $40,000,000 in public debt to provide financial assistance for projects to remove contaminated sediment from Lake Michigan or Lake Superior, or a tributary of Lake Michigan or Lake Superior, if DNR has identified the body of water as being impaired by the sediment. The bill increases the bonding authority for sediment removal projects by $9,000,000. AIR QUALITY Fee for stationary source operation permits Under current state and federal law, certain stationary sources that emit air contaminants are required to receive an operation permit from DNR. Current law requires DNR to promulgate rules for the payment and collection of fees by the owner or operator of a stationary source for which an operation permit is required under the federal Clean Air Act. The bill increases the fee from $35.71 per ton of emissions to $63.69 per ton of emissions. GENERAL ENVIRONMENT Environmental impacts to covered communities Under current law, DNR issues various permits for the operation of facilities as part of DNR[s regulation of air and water pollution and hazardous and solid waste. Under the bill, DNR may not issue permits for those facilities located in covered communities unless the permit applicant 1) prepares a report assessing the environmental impact of the facility, 2) makes the report available to the public and provides the report to DNR and to the municipality in which the covered community is located, and 3) conducts a public hearing in the municipality in which the covered community is located. Under the bill, Xcovered communityY means a census tract that is at or above the 65th percentile for share of households with a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 household income at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level and that meets any other criteria from a specified list. Water resources account lapses The bill lapses $1,000,000 to the conservation fund in fiscal year 2025]26. Of that amount, $386,500 is lapsed from the DNR appropriation for state recreational boating projects that provide public access to inland waters; $436,600 is lapsed from the DNR appropriation for state recreational boating projects that provide public access to lakes; and $176,900 is lapsed from the DNR appropriation for river management activities for habitat and recreational projects on the Mississippi and lower St. Croix Rivers and for environmental and resource management studies on the Mississippi and lower St. Croix Rivers. FIREARMS AND PUBLIC SAFETY Background checks on all transfers of firearms Under current law, a federally licensed firearms dealer may not transfer a handgun until the dealer has requested DOJ to perform a background check on the prospective transferee to determine if he or she is prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law. The bill generally prohibits any person from transferring any firearm, including the frame or receiver of a firearm, unless the transfer occurs through a federally licensed firearms dealer and involves a background check of the prospective transferee. Under the bill, the following are excepted from that prohibition: a transfer to a firearms dealer or to a law enforcement or armed services agency; a transfer of a firearm classified as antique; or a transfer that is by gift, bequest, or inheritance to a family member. A person who is convicted of violating the prohibition is guilty of a misdemeanor and must be fined not less than $500 nor more than $10,000, may be imprisoned for not more than nine months, and may not possess a firearm for a period of two years. Waiting period for handgun purchases Under current law, a federally licensed firearms dealer may not transfer a handgun until the dealer has requested DOJ to perform a background check on the prospective transferee to determine if he or she is prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law. The bill prohibits the dealer from transferring a handgun to the transferee until 48 hours have passed since the firearms dealer requested the background check. Self-assigned firearm exclusion The bill requires DOJ to allow individuals to prohibit themselves from purchasing a firearm. Under the bill, DOJ must maintain a database of individuals who voluntarily prohibit themselves from purchasing a firearm. An individual may request inclusion in the database by submitting a request to DOJ that indicates the length of the prohibition they are requesting: a one-year, irrevocable prohibition; a five-year prohibition, the first year being irrevocable; or a 20-year prohibition, the first year being irrevocable. During a revocable period, an individual may remove LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the prohibition by submitting to DOJ a request for removal, and DOJ must wait 48 hours and remove the individual from the list. The bill also requires DOJ, when responding to a request for a background check from a licensed firearms dealer regarding an individual who is in the database, to indicate that the individual is prohibited from purchasing a firearm. Extreme risk protection injunctions Under current law, a person is prohibited from possessing a firearm, and must surrender all firearms, if the person is subject to a domestic abuse injunction, a child abuse injunction, or, in certain cases, a harassment or an individuals-at-risk injunction. If a person surrenders a firearm because the person is subject to one of those injunctions, the firearm may not be returned to the person until a court determines that the injunction has been vacated or has expired and that the person is not otherwise prohibited from possessing a firearm. A person who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under such an injunction is guilty of a Class G felony for violating the prohibition. The bill creates an extreme risk protection temporary restraining order (TRO) and injunction to prohibit a person from possessing a firearm. Under the bill, either a law enforcement officer or a family or household member of the person may file a petition with a court to request an extreme risk protection injunction. The petition must allege facts that show that the person is substantially likely to injure themself or another if the person possesses a firearm. Under the bill, the petitioner may request the court to consider first granting a temporary restraining order. If the petitioner requests a TRO, the petitioner must include evidence that there is an immediate and present danger that the person may injure themself or another if the person possesses a firearm and that waiting for the injunction hearing increases the immediate and present danger. If the petitioner requests a TRO, the court must hear the petition in an expedited manner. The judge must issue a TRO if, after questioning the petitioner and witnesses or relying on affidavits, the judge determines that it is substantially likely that the petition for an injunction will be granted and the judge finds good cause to believe there is an immediate and present danger that the person will injure themself or another if the person has a firearm and that waiting for the injunction hearing may increase the immediate and present danger. If the judge issues a TRO, the TRO is in effect until the injunction hearing, which must occur within 14 days of the TRO issuance. The TRO must require a law enforcement officer to personally serve the person with the order and to require the person to immediately surrender all firearms in their possession. If a law enforcement officer is unable to personally serve the person, then the TRO requires the person to surrender within 24 hours all firearms to a law enforcement officer or a firearms dealer and to provide the court a receipt indicating the surrender occurred. At the injunction hearing, the court may grant an extreme risk protection injunction ordering the person to refrain from possessing a firearm and, if the person was not subject to a TRO, to surrender all firearms he or she possesses if the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the person is substantially likely to injure themself or another if the person possesses a firearm. An extreme risk protection injunction is effective for up to one year and may be renewed. A person who is subject to an extreme risk protection injunction may petition to vacate the injunction. If a person surrenders a firearm because the person is subject to an extreme risk protection TRO or injunction, the firearm may not be returned to the person until a court determines that the TRO has expired or the injunction has been vacated or has expired and that the person is not otherwise prohibited from possessing a firearm. A person who possesses a firearm while subject to an extreme risk protection TRO or injunction is guilty of a Class G felony. In addition, a person who files a petition for an extreme risk protection injunction, knowing the information in the petition to be false, is guilty of the crime of false swearing, a Class H felony. Persons prohibited from possessing a firearm following a conviction for a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence Under federal law, a person is prohibited from possessing a firearm if he or she has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. Under state law, a person who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under federal or state law may not purchase a firearm or be issued a license to carry a concealed weapon. State law requires DOJ, before approving a handgun purchase or issuing a license, to conduct a background check on the prospective purchaser or applicant to determine if the person is prohibited from possessing a firearm. To determine if the person is prohibited under federal law, DOJ must review court records of all of the person[s criminal convictions to identify if any conviction qualifies as a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence under federal law. DOJ must review the record to determine if the relationship between the offender and the victim qualifies as a domestic relationship and if the offender engaged in violent conduct when committing the crime. The bill reorganizes two statutes—the crime of disorderly conduct and the definition of domestic abuse—so that DOJ is able to more easily determine if a conviction qualifies as a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence under federal law. First, under current law, a person is guilty of disorderly conduct if the person engages in violent, abusive, indecent, profane, boisterous, unreasonably loud, or otherwise disorderly conduct and if the conduct tends to cause or provoke a disturbance. A person who has been convicted of disorderly conduct is prohibited from possessing a firearm if the disorderly conduct was a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence—that is, if the person engaged in violent conduct and if the relationship between the person and the victim was domestic. The bill reorganizes the disorderly conduct statute to separate XviolentY conduct from the other types of disorderly conduct so that the court record clearly indicates that the crime was a violent crime. Second, under current state law, Xdomestic abuseY is defined as certain actions taken against a victim if the victim is related to the actor, has a child in common with the actor, or currently resides or has resided with the actor. Unlike LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 state law, federal law does not define a crime as domestic violence if the only relationship is that the victim currently resides or has resided with the actor. The bill reorganizes the statute defining domestic abuse so that a court record would indicate the exact nature of the relationship. Therefore, under the bill, the court record would indicate when a person who is guilty under state law of a crime of domestic abuse is not guilty under federal law of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. Undetectable firearms The bill prohibits the manufacture, transportation, sale, possession, and carrying of firearms that cannot be detected by metal detectors or airport x-ray machines or scanners. Federal law currently has a comparable prohibition; under the bill, the person would violate state law as well. A person who violates the state prohibition is guilty of a Class G felony. The bill prohibits the sale, posting, provision, or possession of plans for manufacturing an undetectable firearm. A person who violates the prohibition is guilty of a Class H felony. The bill also prohibits the possession of a frame or a receiver of a firearm that is not marked with a serial number. A person who violates the prohibition is guilty of a Class I felony. Prohibition on firearm accessories that accelerate the rate of fire The bill prohibits the sale, manufacture, transfer, use, or possession of any firearm accessory that is designed to accelerate or functions to accelerate the rate of fire of a semiautomatic firearm. A person who violates the prohibition is guilty of a Class G felony. Reporting a lost or stolen firearm Under the bill, a person who owns a firearm that is stolen or missing must report the theft or loss to a law enforcement agency within 24 hours of discovering the theft or loss. A person who violates this requirement is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor for a first offense and guilty of a Class I felony for a subsequent offense. A person who falsely reports a stolen or lost firearm is guilty of the current-law crime of obstructing an officer and is subject to a fine of up to $10,000 or imprisonment of up to nine months, or both. The bill also requires a person who commercially sells or transfers a firearm to provide the purchaser or transferee a written notice of the requirement, created in the bill, to report a theft or loss of a firearm within 24 hours of discovering it. A seller or transferor who violates this requirement is subject to a fine of up to $500 or imprisonment for up to 30 days, or both. Containers and trigger locks at sale The bill requires a person who commercially sells or transfers a firearm to provide the purchaser or transferee with either a secure, lockable container that is designed to store a firearm or a trigger lock for the firearm. A seller or transferor LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 who violates this requirement is subject to a fine of up to $500 or imprisonment for up to 30 days, or both. Firearms in unattended retail facilities The bill requires that a retail business that sells firearms must secure all firearms when the business is unattended. Under the bill, the firearms must be secured in one of the following ways: in a locked fireproof safe, locked steel gun cabinet, or vault; in a steel-framed display case with specified reinforcements; with a hardened steel rod or cable; in a windowless, internal room that is equipped with a steel security door; or behind a steel roll-down door or security gate. Storing a firearm when a child is present The bill prohibits a person from storing or leaving a firearm at his or her residence if the person resides with a child who is under the age of 18, or knows a child who is under the age of 18 will be present in the residence, unless the firearm is in a securely locked box or container or other secure locked location or has a trigger lock engaged. A person who violates this prohibition is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor for a first offense and a Class I felony for a subsequent offense. This prohibition replaces the current law that penalizes a person who recklessly stores or leaves a loaded firearm within reach of a child who is under 14 if the child obtains it and does one of the following: 1) discharges the firearm and causes bodily harm or death (Class A misdemeanor); or 2) possesses or exhibits the firearm in a public place or endangers public safety (Class C misdemeanor). Storing a firearm in a residence at which a prohibited person resides The bill requires a person to store any firearm he or she possesses in a securely locked box or container or other secure locked location or with a trigger lock engaged if the person resides with a person who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under state law. A person who violates this requirement is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor for a first offense and a Class I felony for a repeat offense. State law currently prohibits the following persons from possessing a firearm: persons who have been convicted of a felony; persons found not guilty of a felony by reason of mental disease or defect; persons who are subject to certain injunctions such as a domestic abuse or child abuse injunction or, in certain cases, a harassment or an individuals-at-risk injunction; and persons who have been involuntarily committed for mental health treatment and ordered not to possess a firearm. Bingo and raffle fees Under current law, an organization that conducts bingo and raffles must obtain a license from the Division of Gaming within DOA and pay all related license fees. Bingo licensees, generally, must pay a $10 license fee for each bingo occasion, meaning a single gathering or session at which a series of successive bingo games is played, and a $5 license fee for an annual license for the designated member of the organization responsible for the proper utilization of gross receipts. A bingo licensee that is a community-based residential facility, a senior citizen community LRB-2186/1 ALL:all GAMBLING 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 center, or an adult family home that conducts bingo as a recreational or social activity must pay a $5 license fee. Raffle licensees must pay a $25 license fee. The bill doubles all bingo and raffle license fees. Also, under current law, a 1 percent occupational tax is imposed on the first $30,000 in gross receipts derived from the conduct of bingo by a licensed organization in a year. In gross receipts during a year that exceed $30,000, a 2 percent occupational tax is imposed. Under the bill, a 2 percent occupational tax is imposed on all gross receipts derived from the conduct of bingo by a licensed organization. Gaming regulation and enforcement Under current law and tribal gaming compacts, tribes make payments to the state to reimburse the state for costs relating to the regulation of certain gaming activities. This revenue, called Indian gaming receipts, may be expended for various purposes. The bill requires DOA to transfer portions of Indian gaming receipts to DOR to support DOR[s gaming regulation and enforcement activities. GENDER NEUTRAL TERMINOLOGY Making references in the statutes gender neutral The bill recognizes same-sex marriage by making references in the statutes to spouses gender-neutral, with the intent of harmonizing the Wisconsin Statutes with the holding of the U.S. Supreme Court in Obergefell v. Hodges, 135 S. Ct. 2584, 192 L. Ed. 2d 609 (2015), which recognizes that same-sex couples have a fundamental constitutional right to marriage. The bill also recognizes legal parentage for same-sex couples under certain circumstances and adopts gender- neutral parentage terminology. The bill provides that marriage may be contracted between persons of the same sex and confers the same rights and responsibilities on married persons of the same sex that married persons of different sexes have under current law. The bill defines XspouseY as a person who is legally married to another person of the same sex or a different sex and replaces every reference to XhusbandY or XwifeY in current law with Xspouse.Y The bill makes applicable to married persons of the same sex all provisions under current law that apply to married persons of different sexes. These provisions relate to such diverse areas of the law as income tax, marital property, inheritance rights, divorce, child and spousal support, insurance coverage, family and spousal recreational licenses, consent to conduct an autopsy, domestic abuse, and eligibility for various types of benefits, such as retirement or death benefits and medical assistance. In addition to making statutory references to spouses gender-neutral, the bill specifies ways in which married couples of the same sex may be the legal parents of a child and, with some exceptions, makes current references in the statutes to XmotherY and Xfather,Y and related terms, gender-neutral. Under current law, all of the following may adopt a child: a husband and wife jointly, a husband or wife whose spouse is the parent of the child, and an unmarried adult. Because the bill makes references in the statutes to spouses gender-neutral, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 same-sex spouses jointly may adopt a child and become the legal parents of the child, and a same-sex spouse of a person who is the parent of a minor child may adopt the child and become the legal parent of his or her spouse[s child. Under current law, if a woman is artificially inseminated under the supervision of a physician with semen donated by a man who is not her husband and the husband consents in writing to the artificial insemination of his wife, the husband is the natural father of any child conceived. Under the bill, one spouse may also consent to the artificial insemination of his or her spouse and is the natural parent of the child conceived. The artificial insemination is not required to take place under the supervision of a physician, but, if it does not, the semen used for the insemination must have been obtained from a sperm bank. Under current law, a man is presumed to be the father of a child if he and the child[s natural mother 1) were married to each other when the child was conceived or born or 2) married each other after the child was born but had a relationship with each other when the child was conceived and no other man has been adjudicated to be the father or is presumed to be the father because the man was married to the mother when the child was conceived or born. The paternity presumption may be rebutted in a legal action or proceeding by the results of a genetic test showing that the statistical probability of another man[s parentage is 99.0 percent or higher. The bill expands this presumption into a parentage presumption, so that a person is presumed to be the natural parent of a child if he or she 1) was married to the child[s established natural parent when the child was conceived or born or 2) married the child[s established natural parent after the child was born but had a relationship with the established natural parent when the child was conceived and no person has been adjudicated to be the father and no other person is presumed to be the child[s parent because he or she was married to the mother when the child was conceived or born. The parentage presumption may still be rebutted by the results of a genetic test showing that the statistical probability of another person[s parentage is 99.0 percent or higher. Expanding on current law, the bill allows for a paternity action to be brought for the purpose of rebutting the parentage presumption, regardless of whether that presumption applies to a male or female spouse. Current law provides that a mother and a man may sign a statement acknowledging paternity and file it with the state registrar. If the state registrar has received such a statement, the man is presumed to be the father of the child. Under current law, either person who has signed a statement acknowledging paternity may rescind the statement before an order is filed in an action affecting the family concerning the child or within 60 days after the statement is filed, whichever occurs first. Under current law, a man who has filed a statement acknowledging paternity that is not rescinded within the time period is conclusively determined to be the father of the child. The bill provides that two people may sign a statement acknowledging parentage and file it with the state registrar. If the state registrar has received such a statement, the people who have signed the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 statement are presumed to be the parents of the child. Under the bill, a statement acknowledging parentage that is not rescinded conclusively establishes parentage with regard to the person who did not give birth to the child and who signed the statement. The bill defines Xnatural parentY as a parent of a child who is not an adoptive parent, whether the parent is biologically related to the child or not. Thus, a person who is a biological parent, a parent by consenting to the artificial insemination of his or her spouse, or a parent under the parentage presumption is a natural parent of a child. The definition applies throughout the statutes wherever the term Xnatural parentY is used. In addition, the bill expands some references in the statutes to Xbiological parentY by changing the reference to Xnatural parent.Y Gender neutral references on birth certificates Generally, the bill substitutes the term XspouseY for XhusbandY in the birth certificate statutes and enters the spouse, instead of the husband, of the person who has given birth on the birth certificate at times when a husband would currently be entered on a birth certificate. The name of the person who has given birth is entered on a birth certificate when the person gives birth to a child, and current law specifies when another name should be entered on the birth certificate. Current law requires that if a birth mother is married at any time from the conception to the birth of a child, then her husband[s name is entered on the birth certificate as the legal father of the child. Under the bill, if a person who gives birth is married at any time from the conception to the birth of the child, then that person[s spouse[s name is entered as a legal parent of the child. The bill also specifies that, in the instance that a second parent[s name is initially omitted from the birth certificate, if the state registrar receives a signed acknowledgement of parentage by people presumed to be parents because the two people married after the birth of the child, the two people had a relationship during the time the child was conceived, no person is adjudicated to be the father, and no other person is presumed to be the parent, then the state registrar must enter the name of the spouse of the person who gave birth as a parent on the birth certificate. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES PUBLIC ASSISTANCE Presumptive eligibility for Wisconsin Shares Under current law, an individual is eligible to receive a child care subsidy under the Wisconsin Shares program if DCF determines that the individual meets certain requirements, including requirements related to age of the child, income of the individual, and the individual[s participation in certain eligible activities. Under the bill, DCF may find an individual presumptively eligible for a child care subsidy while DCF verifies the individual[s actual eligibility. If DCF finds an individual presumptively eligible for the child care subsidy, DCF must immediately begin issuing benefits to the individual. If DCF determines that the individual is actually ineligible, DCF must discontinue issuing benefits. To be found LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 presumptively eligible for the subsidies, an individual must submit a report to DCF that includes information establishing the individual[s actual eligibility and, based on the report, DCF must be able to plausibly assume that the individual is actually eligible for the subsidies. Wisconsin Shares copayment increase structure Under current law, if an individual is already receiving a Wisconsin Shares child care subsidy and the individual[s family income exceeds the maximum eligible income of 200 percent of the poverty line, the individual will continue to be eligible for the subsidy until or unless the individual[s family income exceeds 85 percent of the state median income. Until that time when the individual[s income exceeds 85 percent of the state median income, the individual[s copayment minimum for the Wisconsin Shares child care subsidy will increase on a sliding scale based on the amount that the individual[s family income increases. The bill eliminates this copayment increase structure in order to comply with federal rule 89 FR 15366, effective April 30, 2024, which establishes that copayments for individuals receiving a child care subsidy from the federal Child Care and Development Fund may not exceed 7 percent of family income. Under the bill, in general, if an individual is already receiving a Wisconsin Shares child care subsidy and the individual[s family income exceeds 85 percent of the state median income, the individual is no longer eligible for the Wisconsin Shares child care subsidy. Wisconsin Shares like-kin update 2023 Wisconsin Act 119 extended kinship care eligibility to like-kin, in addition to relatives of a child. XLike-kinY is defined under current law as an individual who has a significant emotional relationship with a child or the child[s family that is similar to a familial relationship and who is not and has not previously been the child[s licensed foster parent and, for an Indian child, includes individuals identified by the child[s tribe according to tribal tradition, custom or resolution, code, or law. The bill conforms language under the child care subsidy program, Wisconsin Shares, to this change so that references to kinship care are not limited to relatives. Child care quality improvement program The bill authorizes DCF to establish a program for making monthly payments and monthly per-child payments to certified child care providers, licensed child care centers, and child care programs established or contracted for by a school board. This new payment program is in addition to the current law system for providing child care payments under Wisconsin Shares. The bill requires DCF to promulgate rules to implement the program, including establishing eligibility requirements and payment amounts and setting requirements for how recipients may use the payments, and authorizes DCF to promulgate these rules as emergency rules. The bill funds the program through a new appropriation and by allocating federal moneys, including child care development funds and moneys received under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant program. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill eliminates the current law method by which DCF may modify maximum payment rates for child care providers under Wisconsin Shares based on a child care provider[s rating under the quality rating system known as YoungStar. Wisconsin Shares is a part of the Wisconsin Works program under current law, which DCF administers and which provides work experience and benefits for low-income custodial parents who are at least 18 years old. Under current law, an individual who is the parent of a child under the age of 13 or, if the child is disabled, under the age of 19, who needs child care services to participate in various education or work activities, and who satisfies other eligibility criteria may receive a child care subsidy for child care services under Wisconsin Shares. Expanded Transform Milwaukee Jobs and Transitional Jobs programs Under current law, DCF administers a temporary wage subsidy program for individuals who meet all of the following qualifications: 1) are at least 18 years old and, if over 25 years old, are the parent or primary relative caregiver of a child; 2) have a household income below 150 percent of the federal poverty line; 3) have been unemployed for at least four weeks; 4) are ineligible to receive unemployment insurance benefits; 5) are not participating in a Wisconsin Works employment position; and 6) satisfy applicable substance abuse screening, testing, and treatment requirements. Under current law, funding is directed first to the program as established in Milwaukee County, called the Transform Milwaukee Jobs program, and next, if funding is available, to the program as established outside of Milwaukee County, called the Transitional Jobs program. The bill provides funding for and requires DCF to establish the Expanded Transform Milwaukee Jobs program and Transitional Jobs program, which under the bill must be identical to the Transform Milwaukee Jobs program and Transitional Jobs program except that, to be eligible, an individual is not required to have an annual household income below 150 percent of the federal poverty line and, if over 25 years of age, is not required to be a parent or primary relative caregiver of a child. Transform Milwaukee Jobs and Transitional Jobs programs The bill modifies the qualifications for participating in the Transform Milwaukee Jobs and Transitional Jobs programs by removing the requirement that the individual has been unemployed for at least four weeks, and by specifying that anyone who is not receiving unemployment insurance benefits, regardless of their eligibility to receive those benefits, may participate. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Under current law, DCF allocates specific amounts of federal moneys, including child care development funds and moneys received under the TANF block grant program, for various public assistance programs. Under the bill, TANF funding allocations are changed in the following ways, as compared to the funding allocation in the 2023]25 fiscal biennium: 1. For homeless case management services grants, total funding is doubled. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 2. For the administration of public assistance programs and collection of public assistance overpayments, total funding is increased by 33 percent. 3. For emergency assistance payments, total funding is increased by 71 percent. 4. For grants to Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation, Inc., for distribution to programs that provide civil legal services to low-income families, funding is increased by 800 percent, from $500,000 per fiscal year to $4,500,000 per fiscal year. 5. For the Transform Milwaukee and Transitional Jobs programs, total funding is increased by 31 percent. 6. For the Jobs for America[s Graduates program, total funding is doubled. 7. For direct child care services, child care administration, and child care improvement programs, total funding is increased by 14 percent. 8. For the support of the dependent children of recipients of supplemental security income, funding is increased by 75 percent per fiscal year from the funding in fiscal year 2024]25. 9. For kinship care and long-term kinship care payments and kinship care administration, total funding is increased by 47 percent. 10. For grants to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, funding is increased by 239 percent, from $2,807,000 in each fiscal year to $9,507,000 in each fiscal year. 11. For the earned income tax credit supplement, total funding is increased by 60 percent. 12. For all other programs under TANF, funding is continued with a funding change of 6 percent or less. The bill additionally allocates $6,944,000 in fiscal year 2026]27 for a child support debt reduction program and eliminates an allocation of $500,000 per fiscal year for skills enhancement grants. Civil legal services grants Under current law, DCF provides funding to the Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation, Inc. (the foundation), to provide civil legal services to TANF-eligible individuals in two ways: 1. DCF provides up to $100,000 in each fiscal year in matching funds to the foundation for the provision of civil legal services to eligible individuals. This grant does not specify what types of civil legal services may be provided. 2. DCF provides a $500,000 grant in each fiscal year to the foundation to provide grants to programs, up to $75,000 each, that provide certain legal services to eligible individuals. The legal services provided through this grant are limited to legal services in civil matters related to domestic abuse or sexual abuse or to restraining orders or injunctions for individuals at risk. The bill removes the grant that requires matching funds and increases the grant to provide certain legal services to eligible individuals to $4,500,000 per fiscal year. Under the bill, the foundation may additionally use this funding to provide to eligible individuals civil legal services related to eviction. The bill removes the $75,000 cap on grants provided by the foundation to individual programs. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025]26 and $3,472,000 in fiscal year 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Child support debt reduction The bill creates a program administered by DCF to provide debt reduction for child support. Under the bill, if a noncustodial parent completes an eligible employment program, as determined by DCF by rule, and the custodial parent agrees to a reduction, the noncustodial parent is eligible for child support debt reduction in an amount up to $1,500. Under the bill, a parent may not qualify for the debt reduction more than once in any 12-month period. Child care water safety grant program The bill requires DCF to award a grant each fiscal year to Community Water Services, Inc., to help child care providers access safe drinking water. Grants for services for homeless and runaway youth The bill increases the limit on the amount that DCF may award in each fiscal year to support programs that provide services for homeless and runaway youth from $400,000 to $2,872,800. Tribal family services grants and funding for out-of-home-care placements by tribal courts Current law uses Indian gaming receipts to fund tribal family service grants and unexpected or unusually high-cost placements of Indian children by tribal courts in foster homes, group homes, or residential care centers for children and youth, in the homes of a relative other than a parent, or in a supervised independent living arrangement (out-of-home care). The bill appropriates GPR moneys for those purposes as well. Healthy eating incentive pilot program The bill modifies certain provisions of the healthy eating incentive pilot program. The bill defines an eligible retailer, for purposes of the program, to be a retailer authorized to participate in the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as the federal food stamp program. Under current law, DHS must select, through a competitive selection process, one or more nonprofit organizations to administer the program statewide. The bill modifies that requirement, instead requiring only that DHS select one or more third-party organizations through the competitive selection process. Current law requires DHS to seek any available federal matching moneys from the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program to fund the program. The bill specifies that DHS must require any organization chosen to administer the program to fulfill that requirement to seek federal matching funds. Under the bill, a third-party organization chosen to administer the program may retain for administrative purposes an amount not to exceed 33 percent of the total contracted amount or the applicable cap found in federal law or guidance, whichever is lower. Electronic benefit transfer processing program The bill requires DHS to provide electronic benefit transfer and credit and debit card processing equipment and services to farmers[ markets and farmers who sell directly to consumers as a payment processing program. The bill specifies that LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the electronic benefit transfer processing equipment and services must include equipment and services for the state food stamp program, which is known as FoodShare. Under the bill, the vendor that processes the electronic benefit transfer and credit and debit card transactions must also process any local purchasing incentives. Eliminating FSET drug testing requirement 2015 Wisconsin Act 55 required DHS to promulgate rules to develop and implement a drug screening, testing, and treatment policy, which DHS promulgated as ch. DHS 38, Wis. Adm. Code. 2017 Wisconsin Act 370 incorporated into statutes ch. DHS 38, relating to drug screening, testing, and treatment for recipients of the FoodShare employment and training program (FSET). FoodShare provides financial assistance to purchase food items to individuals who have limited financial resources. The bill eliminates the requirement to implement a drug screening, testing, and treatment policy and removes from the statutes the language incorporated by Act 370. FSET work requirement Current law requires DHS to require all able-bodied adults, with some limited exceptions, who seek benefits from the FoodShare program to participate in the FoodShare employment and training program, known as FSET, unless they are already employed. The bill eliminates that requirement for able-bodied adults with dependents while retaining the requirement for able-bodied adults without dependents. Eliminating FSET pay-for-performance requirement Current law requires DHS to create and implement a payment system based on performance for entities that perform administrative functions for the FoodShare employment and training program, known as FSET. DHS must base the pay-for-performance system on performance outcomes specified in current law. The bill eliminates the requirement for DHS to create a pay-for-performance system for FSET vendors. EMERGENCY SERVICES Emergency medical services funding assistance Under current law, DHS must annually distribute grants for vehicles, supplies, equipment, medication, or training to certain emergency medical responder departments and certain ambulance service providers under a funding formula consisting of an identical base amount plus a supplemental amount based upon the population of the primary service area or contract area. Under the bill, the funding formula must consist of a base amount based on provider type and a supplemental amount based upon the population or other relevant factors of the primary service area or contract area. Currently, grant recipients may not expend more than 15 percent of a grant on nondurable or disposable medical supplies or equipment and medications. The bill removes the limitation for equipment. In addition, current law requires DHS to distribute grants to emergency LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 medical responder departments and certain ambulance service providers to pay for certain training, licensure, and certification requirements, including administration of the licensure examination for emergency medical technicians. Under the bill, the grants may be used to pay for administration of the licensure examination for any type of emergency medical services practitioner, not just emergency medical technicians. Emergency medical services grant funding The bill requires DHS to award grants each fiscal year to municipalities to improve or expand emergency medical services and creates an appropriation for that purpose. From the moneys appropriated each fiscal year, DHS must award 25 percent to municipalities to support the development of 24-7 paid service models in accordance with criteria developed by DHS. DHS must award the remainder using a formula consisting of a base amount, determined by DHS, for each municipality, plus a supplemental amount based on the municipality[s population. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE Medicaid expansion; elimination of childless adults demonstration project BadgerCare Plus and BadgerCare Plus Core are programs under the state[s Medical Assistance program, which provides health services to individuals who have limited financial resources. The federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act allows a state to receive an enhanced federal medical assistance percentage payment for providing benefits to certain individuals through a state[s Medical Assistance program. The bill changes the family income eligibility level to up to 133 percent of the federal poverty line for parents and caretaker relatives under BadgerCare Plus and for childless adults currently covered under BadgerCare Plus Core and for those who are incorporated into BadgerCare Plus in the bill. The bill requires DHS to comply with all federal requirements and to request any amendment to the state Medical Assistance plan, waiver of Medicaid law, or other federal approval necessary to qualify for the highest available enhanced federal medical assistance percentage for childless adults under the BadgerCare Plus program. Under current law, certain parents and caretaker relatives with incomes of not more than 100 percent of the federal poverty line, before a 5 percent income disregard is applied, are eligible for BadgerCare Plus benefits. Under current law, childless adults who 1) are under age 65; 2) have family incomes that do not exceed 100 percent of the federal poverty line, before a 5 percent income disregard is applied; and 3) are not otherwise eligible for Medical Assistance, including BadgerCare Plus, are eligible for benefits under BadgerCare Plus Core. The bill eliminates the childless adults demonstration project, known as BadgerCare Plus Core, as a separate program on July 1, 2025. Current law, as created by 2017 Wisconsin Act 370, requires that DHS implement the BadgerCare Reform waiver as it relates to childless adults as approved by the federal Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) effective October 31, 2018. The 2015]17 LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 and 2017]19 biennial budget acts required DHS to submit a waiver request to the federal Department of Health and Human Services authorizing DHS to take certain actions, including imposing premiums on, requiring a health risk assessment of, and limiting the time of eligibility for recipients of BadgerCare Plus under the childless adults demonstration project waiver. Act 370 required DHS to implement the childless adults BadgerCare Reform waiver by no later than November 1, 2019. If JCF determines that DHS has not complied with the implementation deadline, has not made sufficient progress in implementing the BadgerCare Reform waiver, or has not complied with other requirements relating to approved waiver implementation, Act 370 allows JCF to reduce from moneys allocated for state operations or administrative functions DHS[s appropriation or expenditure authority, whichever is applicable, or change the authorized level of full-time equivalent positions for DHS related to the Medical Assistance program. In April 2021, CMS withdrew approval of the community engagement requirements that had previously been approved in the October BadgerCare Reform waiver. The 2018 waiver was set to expire December 31, 2023, but CMS approved a temporary extension to December 31, 2024. As part of the approval of that extension, CMS removed authority for certain elements of the demonstration project, including disenrollment lockout periods, monthly premiums, health behavior assessments, health risk assessments, and the requirement for beneficiaries to answer questions about substance use treatment needs in order to remain eligible. On October 29, 2024, CMS approved DHS[s request for an extension of the BadgerCare Reform waiver through December 31, 2029, subject to the same limitations set forth in the 2023 temporary extension. The bill eliminates the statutory implementation requirement for the BadgerCare Reform waiver, including the deadline and penalties, eliminates the statutory requirement for DHS to seek the waiver, and allows DHS to modify or withdraw the waiver. Postpartum Medical Assistance coverage The bill requires DHS to seek approval from the federal Department of Health and Human Services to extend until the last day of the month in which the 365th day after the last day of the pregnancy falls Medical Assistance benefits to women who are eligible for those benefits when pregnant. Currently, postpartum women are eligible for Medical Assistance benefits until the last day of the month in which the 60th day after the last day of the pregnancy falls. required DHS to seek approval from the federal Department of Health and Human Services to extend these postpartum Medical Assistance benefits until the last day of the month in which the 90th day after the last day of the pregnancy falls. On June 3, 2022, DHS filed a Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver application with the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to extend postpartum coverage for eligible Medical Assistance recipients, as required by 2021 Wisconsin Act 58. Determination of eligibility for Medical Assistance or subsidized health LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2018, 31, 2021 Wisconsin Act 58 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 insurance coverage by indicating interest on an individual income tax return The bill requires DOR to include questions on an individual income tax return to determine whether the taxpayer or any member of the taxpayer[s household does not have health care coverage under a health insurance policy or health plan. If the taxpayer indicates that the taxpayer or any member of the taxpayer[s household does not have health care coverage, DOR must, at the taxpayer[s request, forward the taxpayer[s response to DHS to have DHS evaluate whether the taxpayer or a member of the taxpayer[s household is eligible to enroll in the Medical Assistance program or whether the taxpayer or a member of the taxpayer[s household is eligible for subsidized health insurance coverage through a health insurance marketplace for qualified health plans under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The bill specifies that DHS may not use any information provided to determine that the individual is ineligible to enroll in the Medical Assistance program. Medical Assistance waiver for health-related social needs The bill directs DHS to request a waiver from the federal Department of Health and Human Services to provide reimbursement for services for health- related social needs under the Medical Assistance program. Under the bill, DHS must provide reimbursement for those services if the waiver is granted. Payment for school medical services Under current law, if a school district or a cooperative educational service agency elects to provide school medical services and meets certain requirements, DHS is required to reimburse the school district or cooperative educational service agency for 60 percent of the federal share of allowable charges for the school medical services that they provide. If the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired or the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing elects to provide school medical services and meets certain other requirements, DHS is also required to reimburse DPI for 60 percent of the federal share of allowable charges for the school medical services that the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired or the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing provide. Further, under current law, DHS is required to reimburse school districts, cooperative educational service agencies, and DPI, on behalf of the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired or the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, for 90 percent of the federal share of allowable school medical services administrative costs. The bill increases the amount that DHS is required to reimburse a school district, cooperative educational service agency, and DPI, on behalf of the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired or the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, for provided school medical services to 100 percent of the federal share of allowable charges for the school medical services. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill also increases the amount that DHS is required to reimburse a school district, cooperative educational service agency, and DPI, on behalf of the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired or the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, to 100 percent of the federal share of allowable school medical services administrative costs. Certified peer specialist services The bill requires DHS to provide as a benefit and reimburse services provided by certified peer specialists under the Medical Assistance program. The bill also adds services provided by certified peer specialists to a DHS program to coordinate and continue care following a substance use overdose. A Xcertified peer specialist,Y as defined in the bill, is an individual who has experience in the mental health and substance use services system, who is trained to provide support to others, and who has received peer specialist or parent peer specialist certification. The bill requires DHS to reimburse under the Medical Assistance program a certified peer specialist service that meets all of the following criteria: the recipient of the certified peer specialist service is in treatment for or recovery from mental illness or a substance use disorder; the certified peer specialist provides the service under the supervision of a competent mental health professional and in coordination and accordance with the recipient[s individual treatment plan and treatment goals; and the certified peer specialist completes the training requirements specified by DHS. Medical Assistance coverage of doula services The bill requires DHS to request any necessary waiver or amendment to the state Medical Assistance plan to allow Medical Assistance reimbursement for doula services and, if any necessary waiver or amendment is approved, directs DHS to reimburse certified doulas for doula services provided to Medical Assistance recipients. Doula services consist of childbirth education and support services, including emotional and physical support provided during pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period. Medical Assistance coverage for incarcerated individuals The bill authorizes DHS to submit a request to the secretary of the federal Department of Health and Human Services for a waiver of federal Medicaid law to conduct a demonstration project allowing prerelease coverage to incarcerated individuals for certain services under the Medical Assistance program for up to 90 days before release if the individual is otherwise eligible for coverage under the Medical Assistance program. The bill provides that if the waiver is approved, DHS may provide reimbursement under the Medical Assistance program for both the federal and nonfederal share of services, including case management services, provided to incarcerated individuals under the waiver. Medical assistance coverage of nonsurgical treatment for TMJ disorder Under current law, the Medical Assistance program provides coverage for certain dental services. Under the bill, this coverage includes nonsurgical LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 treatment of temporomandibular joint disorder, commonly known as XTMJ disorder.Y Statewide contract for dental benefits The bill requires DHS to submit any necessary request to the federal Department of Health and Human Services for a state plan amendment or waiver of federal Medicaid law to implement a statewide contract for dental benefits through a single vendor under the Medical Assistance program. If the federal government disapproves the amendment or waiver request, the bill provides that DHS is not required to implement the statewide contract. Medical Assistance coverage for detoxification and stabilization services The bill requires DHS to provide reimbursement for detoxification and stabilization services under the Medical Assistance program. The bill requires DHS to submit to the federal government any request for federal approval necessary to provide the reimbursement for detoxification and stabilization services under the Medical Assistance program, and makes reimbursement contingent upon any needed federal approval. The bill defines detoxification and stabilization services as adult residential integrated behavioral health stabilization service, residential withdrawal management service, or residential intoxication monitoring service. The bill also requires DHS, through the community grants program it is required to administer, to distribute not more than $500,000 each fiscal year for grants to community-based withdrawal centers, including those certified as a residential intoxication monitoring service, residential withdrawal management service, or adult residential integrated behavioral health stabilization service. Medical Assistance payments to rural health clinics The bill modifies the methodology DHS must use for reimbursing rural health clinics for services provided to Medical Assistance recipients. Currently, DHS reimburses rural health clinics for the reasonable costs of the services they provide. Under the bill, for services provided on or after July 1, 2026, DHS must reimburse rural health clinics using a payment methodology based on the federal Medicaid prospective payment system, which directs that reimbursement be provided to a rural health clinic at a rate that is based upon the rural health clinic[s per-visit costs in previous years, adjusted for medical cost inflation and for any change in the scope of services furnished by the rural health clinic. Elimination of birth cost recovery Under current law, as a condition of eligibility for benefits under the Medical Assistance program, a person is deemed to have assigned to the state by applying for or receiving benefits under the Medical Assistance program any rights to medical support or other payment of medical expenses from any other person. Current law further provides that if a mother of a child was enrolled in a health maintenance organization or other prepaid health care plan under the Medical Assistance program at the time of the child[s birth, then birth expenses that were incurred by the health maintenance organization or other prepaid health care plan LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 may be recovered by the state. The bill provides that no birth expenses may be recovered by the state under this process. Eliminating legislative oversight of federal waivers. Current law, as created by 2017 Wisconsin Act 370, prohibits DHS from submitting a request to a federal agency for a waiver or renewal, modification, withdrawal, suspension, or termination of a waiver of federal law or rules or for authorization to implement a pilot program or demonstration project unless legislation has been enacted specifically directing the submission of the request. For any legislation that requires submission of a request that has not yet been submitted, current law requires DHS to submit an implementation plan to JCF and submit its final proposed request to JCF for approval. Current law requires DHS to take certain actions and submit monthly progress reports to JCF once a request has been submitted to the federal agency. When the federal agency has approved the request in whole or in part and the request has not been fully implemented, current law requires DHS to submit its final implementation plan to JCF for approval. Current law allows JCF to reduce from moneys allocated for state operations or administrative functions the agency[s appropriation or expenditure authority or change the authorized level of full-time equivalent positions for the agency related to the program for which the request is required to be submitted if JCF determines that the state agency has not made sufficient progress or is not acting in accordance with the enacted legislation requiring the submission of the request. The bill eliminates the requirement that legislation be enacted in order for DHS to submit a request for a waiver or renewal, modification, withdrawal, suspension, or termination of a waiver of federal law or rules or for authorization to implement a pilot program or demonstration project. The bill also eliminates the legislative review procedure for requests for waivers, pilot programs, or demonstration projects required by current law created by Act 370. Eliminating legislative review of Medicaid state plan amendments The Medical Assistance program is the state[s Medicaid program and is jointly funded by the state and federal governments through a detailed agreement known as the state plan. Under current law created by 2017 Wisconsin Act 370, DHS is required to submit to JCF under its passive review process any proposed Medical Assistance state plan amendment and any proposed change to a reimbursement rate for or supplemental payment to a Medical Assistance provider that has an expected fiscal effect of $7,500,000 or more from all revenue sources over a 12- month period. The bill eliminates this requirement to submit for JCF review Medical Assistance state plan amendments, changes to reimbursement rates, or supplemental payments. Dental reimbursement pilot project reporting requirement Under current law, DHS must distribute moneys under a dental reimbursement pilot project to increase the reimbursement rate for pediatric dental care and adult emergency dental services provided under the Medical Assistance program in Brown, Marathon, Polk, and Racine Counties and, if certain requirements are met, in any other county, as determined by DHS, where Medical LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Assistance recipients have the greatest need for pediatric dental care and adult emergency dental services. In addition, current law requires DHS to submit a biennial report on the pilot project to the chief clerk of each house of the legislature, each standing committee of the legislature with jurisdiction over health or public benefits, and JCF. The bill eliminates the reporting requirement. Community support program Currently, mental health and psychosocial rehabilitative services provided by a community support program are a benefit provided by the Medical Assistance program. Under current law, for these services, a county pays the nonfederal share of the Medical Assistance reimbursement and DHS reimburses the service provider for the federal share of the Medical Assistance reimbursement. Under the bill, DHS must reimburse a county for both the federal and nonfederal share of the allowable charges for mental health and psychosocial rehabilitative services provided by a community support program. Hospital assessment Under current law, certain hospitals must pay an annual assessment that is equal to a percentage of the hospital[s gross patient revenues. Currently, DHS must set the percentage so that the total amount of assessments collected in a fiscal year is $414,507,300. The bill increases this amount to $1,341,839,500. Under current law, institutions for mental disease, certain general psychiatric hospitals, and critical access hospitals are not required to pay the assessment. The bill also exempts rehabilitation hospitals and long-term acute care hospitals from paying the assessment. Currently, DHS must use a portion of the assessments collected to pay for services provided under the Medical Assistance program by the hospitals from which the assessments are collected. Under current law, the payments must equal the amount collected divided by 61.68 percent. The bill increases that percentage to 62.39. Under current law, a critical access hospital must also pay an annual assessment that is equal to a percentage of the critical access hospital[s gross inpatient revenues. Currently, DHS must use a portion of the assessments collected to pay for services provided by critical access hospitals under the Medical Assistance program. Under current law, the payments must equal the amount collected divided by 61.68 percent. Under the bill, the payments must equal $49,392,400, and moneys from a biennial GPR appropriation for Medical Assistance program benefits may also be used as needed to fund the nonfederal share of payments for the services. Children[s behavioral health managed care The bill authorizes DHS to request a waiver from the federal Department of Health and Human Services to administer a children[s behavioral health specialty managed care program under the Medical Assistance program. The bill provides that DHS may administer the children[s behavioral health specialty managed care program if the waiver is granted. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Children[s long-term support waiver program The bill requires DHS to ensure that any eligible child who applies for the disabled children[s long-term support waiver program receives services under that program. The disabled children[s long-term support waiver program provides services to children who have developmental, physical, or severe emotional disabilities and who are living at home or in another community-based setting. Pediatric inpatient supplement The bill establishes in statute reference to supplemental funding totaling $2,000,000 to be distributed by DHS to certain acute care hospitals located in Wisconsin that have a total of more than 12,000 inpatient days in the hospital[s acute care pediatric units and intensive care pediatric units, not including neonatal intensive care units. In addition, under the bill, DHS may distribute additional funding of $7,500,000 in each state fiscal year to hospitals that are free-standing pediatric teaching hospitals located in Wisconsin that have a Medicaid inpatient utilization rate greater than 45 percent. Expanding eligibility for subsidized guardianships and kinship care payments Under current law, a guardian appointed by the juvenile court or tribal court to provide care to a child adjudged to be in need of protection or services or a juvenile adjudged to be in need of protection or services, if the juvenile[s parent or prior guardian is unable or needs assistance to control the juvenile, may receive monthly subsidized guardianship payments from DCF or a county department of human or social services (county department) reimbursed by DCF or an Indian tribe reimbursed by DCF. A guardian may receive such payments only if certain conditions have been met, including that 1) the child, if 14 years of age or over, has been consulted with regarding the guardianship arrangement; 2) the guardian has a strong commitment to caring for the child permanently; 3) the guardian is licensed as the child[s foster parent, which licensing includes an inspection of the guardian[s home under rules promulgated by DCF; 4) the guardian and all adult residents of the guardian[s home have passed a criminal background investigation; and 5) prior to being named as guardian of the child, the guardian entered into a subsidized guardianship agreement with DCF, the county department, or the Indian tribe. Under the bill, a guardian appointed by the juvenile court or tribal court to a juvenile adjudged to be delinquent or a juvenile adjudged to be in need of protection or services for any reason may receive monthly subsidized guardianship payments from DCF, a county department, or an Indian tribe. Under current law, a kinship care provider who is providing temporary care to a child or juvenile adjudged to be in need of protection or services may receive monthly kinship care payments from DCF, a county department, or an Indian tribe. Under the bill, a kinship care provider who is providing temporary care to a juvenile alleged to be delinquent may receive such payments. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all CHILDREN 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Under current law, kinship care payments are administered directly by DCF in Milwaukee County. Under the bill, a county department in Milwaukee County may administer kinship care payments and be reimbursed by DCF. The bill also requires that in a dispositional order placing a juvenile who has been adjudicated delinquent outside his or her home, in addition to the findings required under current law, the court must also find that continued placement in the juvenile[s home would be contrary to the welfare of the juvenile. Under current law, such an order must include a finding that the juvenile[s current residence will not safeguard the welfare of the juvenile or the community due to the serious nature of the act for which the juvenile was adjudicated delinquent. DCF child support assignment and referrals The bill removes the assignment to the state of child support orders and arrears existing at the time a child enters foster care. The bill also removes the role of DCF and a county department in providing child support referrals and collecting child support for families with children in out-of-home care except if DCF or a county department determines that such a referral is appropriate under rules to be promulgated by DCF. The bill eliminates from the Juvenile Justice Code requirements that the juvenile court order child support, except for modification of existing orders, and order the parents of a juvenile under DCF supervision to contribute towards the costs of certain sanctions, dispositions, or placements. The bill also adds language to the Xbest interests of the childY factor that under current law must be used by the family court when modifying a child support order. The bill specifies that, for a child in out-of-home care under the Children[s Code or the Juvenile Justice Code, this factor includes the impact on the child of family expenditures to improve any conditions in the home that would facilitate the reunification of the child with the child[s family, if appropriate, and the importance of a placement that is the least restrictive of the rights of the child and the parents and the most appropriate for meeting the needs of the child and the family. Foster care and kinship care rates and payments The bill eliminates the separate monthly basic maintenance rates that the state or a county pays to foster parents certified to provide level one care so that age-based monthly basic maintenance rates are paid to all foster parents. The bill changes the rates paid to all kinship care providers, which under current law are $375 per month for a child of any age, to be the same as the age-based monthly basic maintenance rates paid to foster parents. The bill also increases these age-based monthly basic maintenance rates by 5 percent. Beginning on January 1, 2026, the monthly rates are $463 for a child under five years of age, $507 for a child 5 to 11 years of age, $575 for a child 12 to 14 years of age, and $601 for a child 15 years of age or over. The bill provides that, in addition to the monthly rates currently paid to a foster home or a kinship care provider who is providing care and maintenance for a child, DCF or a county department of human services or social services may make emergency payments for kinship care to a kinship care provider or for foster care to a foster home if any of the following conditions are met: LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 1. The governor has declared a state of emergency, or the federal government has declared a major disaster, that covers the locality of the home of the kinship care provider who is providing foster care in the home (home). 2. This state has received federal funding to be used for child welfare purposes due to an emergency or disaster declared for the locality of the home. 3. DCF has determined that conditions in this state or in the locality of the home have resulted in a temporary increase in the costs borne by foster homes and kinship care providers, including a pandemic or other public health threat, a natural disaster, or unplanned school closures of five consecutive days or more. The bill provides that DCF must determine the amount of an emergency payment based on available funding and may promulgate rules governing the provision of the payments. The bill changes the statutes and the administrative code to make all foster homes and kinship care providers eligible to receive exceptional payments to enable siblings or a minor parent and minor children to reside together and to receive an initial clothing allowance. Under current law, these payments are only available to foster homes certified to provide higher than level one care. Benefits eligibility screening The bill directs DCF or a county department (the department) to periodically screen each child under the placement and care of the department in out-of-home care, other than children placed with kinship care providers receiving kinship care payments, to determine if the child is eligible for federal or state benefits (benefits). If the department finds that a child is eligible for benefits, the department must do all of the following: 1. Apply for the benefits for which the child is eligible on behalf of the child. 2. Ensure that the child, the child[s guardian ad litem, and the child[s parent, guardian, or Indian custodian receive proper and timely notice of any application for benefits, the results of an application for benefits, and any appeal of a denial of benefits that could be or is filed on behalf of the child. 3. Provide the child with training covering financial literacy and maintaining benefit eligibility prior to the child aging out of out-of-home care. If the department is appointed as representative payee for a child receiving benefits under the bill, the department must conserve the child[s benefits in protected accounts that avoid asset limitations for federal and state programs, consistent with the best interests of the child; provide a periodic accounting to the child, the child[s attorney or guardian ad litem, and the child[s parent, guardian, or Indian custodian regarding the conservation and use of the child[s benefits while the child is in the department[s care; and work with the child and the appropriate federal agency to return remaining funds to the child or another fiduciary once the child exits the department[s care. The department may contract with a public or private agency to fulfill the requirements of the bill. The department may not use benefits received on behalf of a child to pay for the costs of caring for the child in out-of-home care, but may use LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the child[s federal benefits for the child[s unmet needs beyond what the agency is obligated to, is required to, or has agreed to provide. The bill requires DCF to promulgate rules to implement the bill and authorizes DCF to promulgate emergency rules for the period before permanent rules take effect. Representation of parents in CHIPS proceedings Under current law, a parent is generally not entitled to representation by a public defender in a proceeding under the Children[s Code in which a child is alleged to be in need of protection or services. However, a pilot program that began in 2018 requires the SPD to assign counsel to any nonpetitioning parent in these cases in Brown, Outagamie, Racine, Kenosha, and Winnebago Counties. This five- county pilot program is set to expire after June 2025. The bill extends the expiration date of the pilot program to December 31, 2026. Independent living services eligibility expansion The bill expands a current program under which DCF must distribute $231,700 each fiscal year for the purpose of assisting individuals who reach the age of 18 while residing in out-of-home care to make the transition from out-of-home care to a successful adulthood. The bill expands this program to also assist an individual who resided in out-of-home care, including in the home of like-kin or in the home of a person who is not a relative or like-kin, for at least six months after his or her 16th birthday; an individual who was placed under a guardianship as a child in need of protection or services on or after his or her 16th birthday; and an individual who was adopted on or after his or her 16th birthday following time in out-of-home care. The bill also allows the services funded by this program to be offered until age 23, and allows the funding to be distributed to Indian tribes and private and public agencies and organizations. The bill also removes the requirement that DCF distribute a minimum of $231,700 in each fiscal year for the program. Specialized congregate care payments The bill grants DCF the authority to expend funds to provide payments for specialized services to children with high acuity needs in congregate care facilities. XCongregate care facilitiesY means group homes, shelter care facilities, and residential care centers for children and youth. Children and family services Under current law, DCF must distribute $101,551,400 in fiscal year 2023]24 and $101,939,600 in fiscal year 2024]25 to counties for children and family services. The bill updates those amounts to $104,969,500 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $110,869,200 in fiscal year 2026]27. Child care partnership grant program The bill authorizes DCF to establish a grant program to award funding to businesses, nonprofits, or governmental entities (businesses) that provide or wish to provide child care services for their employees. The bill allows such a grant to be LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 used to reserve child care placements for local business employees, pay child care tuition, and other costs related to child care. Under the bill, a grant recipient with 50 or fewer employees must provide at least 10 percent matching funds and a grant recipient with more than 50 employees must provide at least 15 percent matching funds. The bill allows DCF to promulgate rules to administer the grant program, including to determine eligibility for a grant, and authorizes DCF to promulgate these as emergency rules. Child care access program The bill requires DCF to contract with Wonderschool, Inc., and Wisconsin Early Childhood Association, Inc., to increase access to high-quality child care. The bill requires DCF to enter into a $4,500,000 contract with Wonderschool to 1) increase the child care workforce by launching an online software platform that is linked to DCF[s website to connect child care providers with child care workers and a pool of substitute child care workers and 2) build child care capacity in this state. The bill also requires DCF to enter into a $5,500,000 contract with Wisconsin Early Childhood Association to provide 1) existing or prospective child care providers with licensing and certification assistance, 2) coaching and other support services, and 3) tax education assistance for child care centers that provide care and supervision for between four and eight children. Grants for out-of-school time programs The bill directs DCF to make grants to out-of-school time programs, defined as structured programs or activities that meet all of the following conditions: 1. To the extent practicable, the program or activity is led by adult mentors using evidence-based or evidence-informed practices and is provided to school-age children before school, after school, or during the summer. 2. The program or activity does not supplant instructional services provided by a school or result in academic credit for students. 3. The program or activity relates to improving social, emotional, academic, or career readiness competencies; reducing negative behaviors, including violence and crime, tobacco use, alcohol and substance abuse, disengagement from school, school suspension, truancy, and health-compromising behaviors; providing a safe out-of- school time environment; or engaging in career exploration or formal or informal work-based learning. The bill requires DCF to promulgate rules to implement the grant program and authorizes DCF to promulgate emergency rules for the period before permanent rules take effect. Complex patient pilot program The bill requires DHS to select, using a competitive grant selection process, partnership groups to be designated as participating sites for a complex patient pilot program and then award grants to the partnership groups selected. The bill provides that a partnership group is one or more hospitals in partnership with one or more post-acute facilities. The bill provides that DHS must solicit feedback LRB-2186/1 ALL:all HEALTH 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 regarding the pilot program from representatives of health care system organizations, long-term care provider organizations, long-term care operator organizations, patient advocate groups, insurers, and any other organization determined to be relevant by the secretary of health services. Under the bill, DHS must require each partnership group that applies to be designated as a site for the pilot program to address certain issues in its application, including 1) the number of complex patient care beds that will be set aside in a post-acute facility or through implementation of another innovative model of patient care in a post-acute facility to which participating hospitals agree; 2) defined goals and measurable outcomes of the partnership both during and after the pilot program; 3) the types of complex patients for whom care will be provided; 4) an operating budget for the proposed site; and 5) the participant group[s expertise to successfully implement the proposal. The bill requires DHS to develop a methodology to evaluate the pilot program and contract with an independent organization to complete the evaluation. Under the bill, DHS may pay the organization[s fee from the funding appropriated for the pilot program. The bill requires DHS to give additional weight to partnership groups that would ensure geographic diversity. Upon completion of the required evaluation, the independent organization contracted by DHS to conduct the evaluation must provide the evaluation to DHS. Health care entity oversight and transparency The bill creates various requirements and procedures related to health care entity oversight and transparency. The bill establishes procedures for review of proposed material change transactions involving health care entities. The bill requires DHS to promulgate rules to define, for purposes of the provisions in the bill, what entities are considered to be health care entities and what constitutes a material change transaction. The bill requires, among other things, that before consummating any material change transaction, a health care entity must submit written notice to DHS. Under the bill, DHS must post information about the proposed transaction on its website no less than 30 days before the anticipated implementation of the material change transaction or, if the department is notified less than 30 days before the anticipated implementation, as soon as is practicable. The bill includes procedures for DHS to review and approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove a proposed transaction. The bill provides for post-transaction oversight, including possible enforcement by the attorney general and DHS, as well as monitoring of compliance and required reporting. The bill also prohibits the corporate practice of medicine and requires DHS to promulgate rules to define what conduct constitutes the corporate practice of medicine within the scope of the prohibition. The bill adds transparency requirements relating to ownership and control of health care entities. Under the bill, with certain exceptions, each health care entity must report certain information relating to ownership and control to DHS annually and upon the consummation of a material change transaction involving the entity, including the legal name of the entity, its business address, and locations of LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 operations, as well as a current organizational chart showing the business structure of the health care entity and the name and contact information of a representative of the entity. Beginning in 2028, the bill requires DHS to post on its publicly available website an annual report based on the health care entity reporting from the previous year. The bill includes enforcement mechanisms, including granting DHS authority to audit and inspect the records of any health care entity that has failed to submit complete reporting information or if DHS has reason to question the accuracy or completeness of the information submitted. The bill requires DHS to conduct annual audits of a random sample of health care entities to verify compliance with and accuracy and completeness of required reporting. The bill includes penalties for failure to submit a required report and for submitting a report containing false information. Health care entities consisting of independent health care providers or provider organizations without any third- party ownership or control entities, with 10 or fewer physicians or less than $10 million in annual revenue, are subject to forfeiture of up to $50,000 for each report not provided or containing false information, and all other health care entities are subject to a forfeiture of up to $500,000 for each report not provided or containing false information. The bill also includes authority for DHS to promulgate rules to implement the provisions of the bill. Women[s health block grant Under current law, DHS must allocate women[s health funds, which are funds received by the state from the federal government under Title V of the federal Social Security Act, to develop and maintain an integrated system of community health services and to maximize the coordination of family planning services. Current law excludes from the definition of Xfamily planningY the performance, promotion, encouragement, or counseling in favor of, or referral either directly or through an intermediary for, voluntary termination of pregnancy but includes in the definition of Xfamily planningY the provision of nondirective information explaining prenatal care and delivery or infant care, foster care, or adoption. Current law provides that DHS must distribute women[s health funds only to public entities. However, current law allows those public entities to provide some or all of the funds received to other public entities or private entities but only if the recipients of the funds do not provide abortion services, make referrals for abortion services, or have an affiliate that provides abortion services or makes referrals for abortion services. The bill continues to allow public entities that receive funds from DHS to provide some or all of the funds to other public or private entities but eliminates the restriction on which public or private entities may receive those funds. The bill also includes in the definition of Xfamily planningY the provision of nondirective information explaining pregnancy termination. Nursing home bed access Under current law, DHS licenses nursing home beds and enforces a maximum limit on the number of these licensed beds in the state. The bill reduces that limit LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 from 51,795 to 25,415. The bill also directs DHS to allocate 125 nursing home beds to applicants that agree to prioritize admissions of patients with complex needs and patients who have been unable to find appropriate placement at another facility. Newborn screening program In general, under current law, newborns must be tested for certain congenital and metabolic disorders as specified in rules promulgated by DHS. The federal Department of Health and Human Services maintains a list of disorders for which it recommends testing in newborns, known as the federal Recommended Uniform Screening Panel (RUSP). Under the bill, DHS must evaluate each disorder that is included in the RUSP as of January 1, 2025, to determine whether newborns in this state should be tested for that disorder. This requirement does not apply to any disorder in the RUSP if, as of January 1, 2025, the disorder is already included in the list of disorders for which newborns must be tested in this state. In addition, the bill requires DHS to evaluate any disorder added to the RUSP after January 1, 2025, to determine whether newborns in this state should be tested for that newly added disorder. If DHS determines newborns should not be tested for the disorder, DHS must annually review medical literature and DHS[s capacity and resources to test for the disorder in order to determine whether to reevaluate the inclusion of the disorder in newborn testing in this state. If, in any of these evaluations or reevaluations, DHS determines that a disorder in the RUSP should be added to the list of disorders for which newborns must be tested in this state, the bill requires DHS to promulgate rules to add that disorder. The requirements for evaluations, reviews, and reevaluations under the bill do not apply to a disorder in the RUSP if DHS is in the process of adding, by rule, the disorder to the list of disorders for which newborns must be tested in this state. However, if the rule-making procedure for that disorder does not result in promulgation of a rule, then DHS must consider the disorder under the review and reevaluation procedures under the bill. Electrocardiogram screening pilot project for middle school and high school athletes in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties The bill directs DHS to develop a pilot program to provide electrocardiogram screenings for participants in middle school and high school athletics programs in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties. DHS is required to award $4,067,200 in grants in fiscal year 2026]27 to local health departments to implement the program. The bill specifies that participation in the program by participants in middle school and high school athletics programs must be optional. Alzheimer[s Family and Caregiver Support Program Under current law, DHS is required to allocate funds to agencies to be used for the administration and implementation of an Alzheimer[s Family and Caregiver Support Program for persons with Alzheimer[s disease and their caregivers. Current law provides that DHS may not distribute more than $3,058,900 in each LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 fiscal year for services to persons with Alzheimer[s disease and their caregivers. The bill increases that limit to $3,558,900 in each fiscal year. Maternal and child health grants The bill authorizes DHS to distribute up to $800,000 in each fiscal year to organizations whose mission is to improve maternal and child health in Wisconsin. Mobile dental clinic grants The bill requires DHS to award grants to community health centers to procure and operate mobile dental clinics. A community health center is a health care entity that provides primary health care, health education, and social services to low-income individuals. Grants for free and charitable clinics and FQHC look-alikes Under current law, DHS must annually award $2,250,000 in grants to free and charitable clinics. The bill increases that amount to $2,500,000 annually. Free and charitable clinics are nonprofit health care organizations that provide health services to individuals who are uninsured, underinsured, or have limited or no access to primary, specialty, or prescription care. The bill also requires DHS to annually award $200,000 in grants to federally qualified health center (FQHC) look-alikes. Under the bill, a grant to an FQHC look-alike may not exceed $100,000. XFQHCY is a federal designation for health care entities that meet certain requirements, including providing primary health care services to medically underserved populations, and receive federal grant moneys. XFQHC look-alikeY is a federal designation for health care entities that meet all of the requirements of FQHCs but do not receive federal FQHC grant moneys. Health care provider training grants Under current law, DHS must distribute grants to hospitals, health systems, and educational entities that form health care education and training consortia for allied health professionals in an amount up to $125,000 per consortium in each fiscal year. The grants may be used for curriculum and faculty development, tuition reimbursement, or clinical site or simulation expenses. Current law also requires DHS to distribute grants to hospitals and clinics that provide training opportunities for advanced practice clinicians in an amount up to $50,000 per hospital or clinic in each fiscal year and to give preference to training programs that include rural hospitals and rural clinics as clinical training locations. The grants must be used to pay for the costs of operating a clinical training program for advanced practice clinicians. Current law requires grant recipients under both grant programs to match the grants through their own funding sources. The bill combines those grant programs under a single section of the statutes and funds the grants from a single appropriation. The bill removes the current law matching requirement for grant recipients and the grant amount caps. The bill also requires DHS to distribute grants to health systems that provide training opportunities for advanced practice clinicians and to hospitals, health systems, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 clinics, and educational entities that form health care education and training consortia for behavioral health providers. In awarding any grant under the bill, DHS must give preference to training programs that include rural hospitals and rural clinics as clinical training locations. The bill specifies that acceptable uses of grant moneys include reasonable expenses incurred by a trainee, expenses related to planning and implementing a training program, and up to $5,000 in equipment expenses. Falls prevention funding The bill directs DHS to award $450,000 in each of fiscal years 2025]26 and 2026]27 to an organization committed to reducing falls among older adults for the purpose of statewide falls prevention awareness and initiatives. Assistive technology services Under current law, DHS awards grants for certain community programs. The bill allows DHS to distribute up to $250,000 in each fiscal year for grants to provide assistive technology services. Community dental health coordinators The bill requires DHS to award grants to support community dental health coordinators in rural regions of the state. Community dental health coordinators are individuals who help facilitate oral health care for families and individuals, particularly in underserved communities. Grant funding for diaper banks Under current law, DHS is required to award grants for certain community programs. The bill allows DHS to distribute up to $500,000 in each fiscal year as grants to diaper banks to provide diapers to families in need. Health care provider innovation grants The bill requires DHS to award $7,500,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 as grants to health care providers and long-term care providers to implement best practices and innovative solutions to increase worker recruitment and retention. Medical debt collections reporting The bill prohibits a health care provider, or a billing administrator or debt collector acting on behalf of a health care provider, from reporting to a consumer reporting agency that a debt arising from services provided by the health care provider is in collections status unless 1) the health care provider provided a written statement to the patient describing the unpaid amount and due date and that included the name and address of the health care provider that provided the services, 2) the written statement includes a statement indicating that if payment is not received, the debt may be reported to a credit reporting agency, 3) six months have passed since the due date listed on that statement, and 4) the patient does not dispute the charges. Statewide poison control program Under current law, DHS must implement a statewide poison control system LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 that provides statewide poison control services 24 hours a day and 365 days a year and provides poison information and education to health care professionals and the public. Current law provides that DHS must distribute funding up to $425,000 in each fiscal year to supplement the operation of the system and to provide for the statewide collection and reporting of poison control data. The bill increases this amount to $482,500. Conversion of lead poisoning and lead services grant appropriation from annual to continuing. The bill converts an appropriation to DHS for the purpose of providing lead poisoning or lead exposure prevention grants from an annual appropriation to a continuing appropriation. Annual appropriations are appropriations expendable only for the fiscal year for which they are made. Continuing appropriations are appropriations that are expendable until fully depleted or repealed by the legislature. Mike Johnson grants The bill increases from $4,000,000 to $4,500,000 the annual maximum amount of Mike Johnson life care and early intervention services grants that DHS awards to organizations for HIV-related services, including needs assessments, assistance in procuring services, counseling and therapy, home care services and supplies, advocacy, case management services, and early intervention services. Grants for pediatric health psychology residency and fellowship training programs Under current law, DHS awards grants for certain community programs. The bill allows DHS to distribute up to $600,000 in each fiscal year as grants to support pediatric health psychology residency and fellowship training programs. Trauma resilience grant The bill allows DHS, through the grants program it is required to administer, to distribute up to $250,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 and up to $250,000 in fiscal year 2026]27 as a grant to an organization in the city of Milwaukee to support the needs of individuals impacted by trauma and to develop the capacity of organizations to treat and prevent trauma. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Psychiatric residential treatment facilities The bill establishes a DHS certification process for psychiatric residential treatment facilities. The bill defines a psychiatric residential treatment facility as a nonhospital facility that provides inpatient comprehensive mental health treatment services to individuals under the age of 21 who, due to mental illness, substance use, or severe emotional disturbance, need treatment that can most effectively be provided in a residential treatment facility. Psychiatric residential treatment facilities must be certified by DHS to operate. The bill also provides that services through a psychiatric residential treatment facility are reimbursable under the Medical Assistance program. The LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 bill requires DHS to submit to the federal government any request for federal approval necessary to provide the reimbursement for services by a psychiatric residential treatment facility under the Medical Assistance program. Under current law, DHS must award grants for certain community programs. The bill allows DHS to distribute up to $1,790,000 each fiscal year to support psychiatric residential treatment facilities. 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline grants The bill requires DHS to award grants to organizations that provide crisis intervention services and crisis care coordination to individuals who contact the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline from anywhere within the state. Currently, DHS partners with Wisconsin Lifeline to provide statewide 988 crisis hotline services. Crisis stabilization facilities grants The bill requires DHS to award grants for services at facilities providing crisis stabilization services. Under the bill, Xcrisis stabilization servicesY are optional emergency mental health services that provide short-term, intensive, community- based services to avoid the need for inpatient hospitalization. Crisis program enhancement grants The bill expands the crisis program enhancement grant program to include grants to counties, regions comprising multiple counties, or municipalities to establish and enhance law enforcement and behavioral health services emergency response collaboration programs. Under current law, the crisis program enhancement grant program requires DHS to award grants to counties or regions of multiple counties to establish or enhance crisis programs to serve individuals having crises in rural areas. The bill instructs DHS to annually award a total amount of $2,000,000 in each fiscal biennium to establish and enhance law enforcement and behavioral health services emergency response collaboration programs. The bill requires any entity that receives a grant to establish and enhance law enforcement and behavioral health services emergency response collaboration programs to contribute at least 25 percent of the grant amount awarded for the purpose that the grant money is received. Crisis urgent care and observation facilities The bill amends a biennial appropriation to DHS for grants to support crisis urgent care and observation facilities to make it a continuing appropriation. Biennial appropriations are appropriations that are expendable for the fiscal biennium for which they are made. Continuing appropriations are appropriations that are expendable until fully depleted or repealed by a subsequent action of the legislature. Extended intensive treatment surcharge Under current law, an individual may be placed at or transferred to a state center for the developmentally disabled if DHS and the individual[s county of residence agree upon a maximum discharge date for the individual, among other LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 requirements. Currently, DHS may impose a surcharge on a county for certain services provided at a center for the developmentally disabled after an individual[s maximum discharge date. Under current law, all moneys received as payment for the surcharge must be provided to counties for onetime costs associated with relocating individuals from a center for the developmentally disabled. Under the bill, the surcharge must be used instead for the provision of alternative services by mental health institutes and centers for the developmentally disabled, such as residential, dental, and mental health services. Funding for Winnebago Mental Health Institute The bill transfers moneys from the general fund to a program revenue appropriation for DHS to support the operations of Winnebago Mental Health Institute. Mental health consultation program The bill combines the child psychiatry consultation program with additional services into a new mental health consultation program. The bill also splits off funding for the existing addiction medicine consultation program into a separate appropriation. Currently, the child psychiatry consultation program assists participating clinicians in providing care to children with mental health care needs and provides referral support and additional services. Current law requires DHS to convene interested persons, including the Medical College of Wisconsin, to develop a plan and standards for a comprehensive mental health consultation program incorporating various psychiatry specialties, including addiction medicine; a perinatal psychiatry consultation program; and the child psychiatry consultation program. This requirement is eliminated in the bill along with the separate child psychiatry consultation program. Under current law, the addiction medicine consultation program assists participating clinicians in providing care to patients with substance use addiction and provides referral support and additional services. The bill retains the program, but establishes a new appropriation to fund the program. The bill requires an organization to administer a mental health consultation program (MHCP) that incorporates a comprehensive set of mental health consultation services and may include perinatal, child, adult, geriatric, pain, veteran, and general mental health consultation services. Under the bill, the organization that currently administers the child psychiatry consultation program must administer the MHCP during the 2025]26 fiscal year, but DHS may contract with another organization in subsequent fiscal years. The contracting organization may contract with any other entity to perform any operations and satisfy any requirements of the MHCP. The contracting organization must do all of the following: ensure that mental health providers providing services through the MHCP have the appropriate credentials as described in the bill, maintain infrastructure to provide services statewide on every weekday, provide consultation services as promptly as practicable, report to DHS any information DHS requires, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 conduct surveys of participating clinicians as described in the bill, and provide certain specified services. Those specified services are the following: support for clinicians participating in the MHCP to assist in the management of mental health concerns; triage-level assessments to determine the most appropriate response; diagnostics and therapeutic feedback when medically appropriate; and recruitment of other practices to a provider[s services. The MHCP must be able to provide consultation services by telephone and email but may also provide services by other means. In addition to the services required in the bill, which are eligible for funding by DHS, the contracting organization may provide any of the services specified in the bill that are eligible for funding by DHS. HOUSING WHEDA housing programs modifications The bill makes modifications to three housing programs administered by WHEDA: the residential housing infrastructure revolving loan program, also known as the Infrastructure Access program; the main street housing rehabilitation revolving loan program, also known as the Restore Main Street program; and the commercial-to-housing conversion revolving loan program, also known as the Vacancy-to-Vitality program. For the Infrastructure Access program, the bill does all of the following: 1. Allows a loan to a developer to provide for up to 33 percent of total project costs and a loan to a governmental unit to provide for up to 25 percent of total project costs. Under current law, a loan to developers may provide for up to 20 percent of total project costs and a loan to a governmental unit may provide for up to 10 percent of total project costs. 2. Permits up to 25 percent of the amount of a loan to a developer to be used for improvements to private infrastructure. Under current law, a loan may be used for improvements to only infrastructure that is or will be owned, maintained, or provided for or to a governmental unit or infrastructure in a rural area that is transferred to public use. 3. Allows tribal housing authorities to receive loans as developers of eligible projects. For the Restore Main Street program, the bill does all of the following: 1. Allows a loan to provide for up to $50,000 per dwelling unit or 33 percent of total project costs, whichever is less. Under current law, a loan may provide for up to $20,000 per dwelling unit or 25 percent of total project costs, whichever is less. 2. Allows loans to be awarded to projects under the jurisdiction of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band. For the Vacancy-to-Vitality program, the bill does all of the following: 1. Allows a loan to provide for up to 33 percent of total project costs. Under current law, a loan may provide up to $1,000,000 per project or 20 percent of total project costs, whichever is less. 2. Permits housing developments with fewer than six dwelling units to be eligible for a loan. Under current law, an eligible housing development must have fewer than 16 dwelling units. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 3. Allows loans to be awarded to projects under the jurisdiction of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band. In addition, the bill does the following for each of the three programs: 1. Removes the requirements that a governmental unit have updated the housing element of its comprehensive plan within five years in order to be eligible for a loan and permits projects to benefit from a tax incremental district and to use historic tax credits. 2. For the purpose of establishing that a governmental unit has reduced the costs of housing as part of applying for a loan, allows the governmental unit to submit to WHEDA measures taken by the governmental unit on or after January 1, 2015. Under current law, a governmental unit or political subdivision must show cost-reduction measures taken on or after January 1, 2023. 3. Allows a loan to be awarded for projects on tribal reservation or trust lands not subject to property taxes in this state. Discrimination in housing based on receipt of rental or housing assistance Current open housing law prohibits discrimination in housing based on sex; race; color; sexual orientation; disability; religion; national origin; marital status; family status; status as a victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking; lawful source of income; age; or ancestry. The bill prohibits discrimination in housing based on receipt of rental or housing assistance in the form of a contribution from a third party. Capital reserve fund bonding limit Under current law, WHEDA issues notes and bonds for most WHEDA programs, including housing programs for individuals and families of low or moderate income. Current law prohibits WHEDA from issuing notes and bonds that are secured by a capital reserve fund if the total aggregate outstanding principal amount would exceed $1,000,000,000. The bill increases this limit to $1,300,000,000. Low-income housing tax credit Under current law, WHEDA may certify a person to claim, for a period of up to six years, a state tax credit if the person has an ownership interest in a low-income housing project in Wisconsin and qualifies for the federal low-income housing tax credit program. The bill increases the amount of credits that WHEDA may annually certify from $42,000,000 to $100,000,000. The bill also requires that the project be allocated the federal credit and financed with tax-exempt bonds that are not subject to the federal credit[s volume cap—as opposed to any tax-exempt bonds, as required under current law—and allows WHEDA to waive these requirements to the extent that WHEDA anticipates that sufficient tax-exempt private activity bond volume cap under federal law will not be available to finance low-income housing projects in any year. Affordable housing and workforce development grants The bill requires DOA to establish a competitive grant program to award grants to cities, villages, towns, counties, school districts, and businesses, whether LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 operated for profit or not for profit, to fund the start-up of programs focused on developing the skilled workforce by building or rehabilitating affordable housing in their communities. Grants to incentivize eliminating zoning barriers to affordable housing The bill requires DOA to establish a competitive grant program to award grants to cities, villages, towns, counties, and federally recognized American Indian tribes and bands in the state that adopt one or more of the policy initiatives enumerated in the bill to eliminate zoning barriers for the creation or expansion of affordable housing. Homeless case management services grants Under current law, DOA may award up to 10 grants of up to $50,000 each year to shelter facilities for case management services provided to homeless families. The bill eliminates the limit on the number of grants that may be awarded and raises the grant limit to $75,000. Geographic distribution of housing grants Under current law, DOA may award grants to provide homeless individuals with housing and other supportive services to facilitate their movement to independent living. DOA must ensure that the funds for the grants are reasonably balanced among geographic areas of the state that correspond to the geographic areas served by each continuum of care organization designated by the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development. Under the bill, the geographic areas of the state among which DOA must balance funds for the grants need not correspond to the geographic areas served by each continuum of care organization. Grants to Milwaukee County Housing First The bill directs DOA to award two grants of $100,000 in fiscal years 2025]26 and 2026]27 to the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services to support Milwaukee County[s Housing First initiative. Whole-home upgrade grants The bill establishes a pilot program under which DOA must award one or more grants to Walnut Way Conservation Corp. for the purpose of funding home improvements in low-income households in a first class city (presently only Milwaukee) that have one or more of the following goals: emissions; 2) reducing energy burdens; 3) creating cost savings; or 4) creating healthier living environments. The bill authorizes DOA to establish eligibility requirements and other program guidelines for the grant program and allows a grant recipient to use grant moneys for administrative costs. Housing quality standards grants The bill requires DOA to award grants to owners of rental housing units in Wisconsin for purposes of satisfying applicable housing quality standards. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 1) reducing carbon 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 INSURANCE Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board The bill creates the Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board, whose purpose is to protect Wisconsin residents and other stakeholders from the high costs of prescription drugs. The board consists of the commissioner of insurance and the following members, all of whom are appointed by the governor for four-year terms: 1. Two members who represent the pharmaceutical drug industry, at least one of whom is a licensed pharmacist. 2. Two members who represent the health insurance industry. 3. Two members who represent the health care industry, at least one of whom is a licensed practitioner. 4. Two members who represent the interests of the public. The bill requires the board to meet in open session at least four times per year to review prescription drug pricing information. The board must provide at least two weeks[ public notice of its meetings, make the meeting[s materials publicly available at least one week prior to meeting, and provide the opportunity for public comment. The bill imposes conflict of interest requirements for the board relating to recusal and public disclosure of certain conflicts. The bill directs the board to access and assess drug pricing information, to the extent practicable, by accessing and assessing information from other states, by assessing spending for the drug in Wisconsin, and by accessing other available pricing information. Under the bill, the board must conduct drug cost affordability reviews. The first step in the reviews is for the board to identify prescription drugs whose launch wholesale acquisition cost exceeds specified thresholds, prescription drugs whose increase in wholesale acquisition cost exceeds specified thresholds, and other prescription drugs that may create affordability challenges for the health care system in Wisconsin. For each identified prescription drug, the board must determine whether to conduct an affordability review by seeking stakeholder input and considering the average patient cost share for the drug. During an affordability review, the board must determine whether use of the prescription drug that is fully consistent with the labeling approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration or standard medical practice has led or will lead to an affordability challenge for the health care system in Wisconsin. In making this determination, the bill requires the board to consider a variety of factors, which include the following: 1. The drug[s wholesale acquisition cost. 2. The average monetary price concession, discount, or rebate the manufacturer provides, or is expected to provide, for the drug to health plans. 3. The total amount of price concessions, discounts, and rebates the manufacturer provides to each pharmacy benefit manager for the drug. 4. The price at which therapeutic alternatives have been sold and the average monetary concession, discount, or rebate the manufacturer provides, or is expected LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 to provide, to health plan payors and pharmacy benefit managers for therapeutic alternatives. 5. The costs to health plans based on patient access consistent with federal labeled indications and recognized standard medical practice. 6. The impact on patient access resulting from the drug[s cost relative to insurance benefit design. 7. The current or expected dollar value of drug-specific patient access programs that are supported by the manufacturer. 8. The relative financial impacts to health, medical, or social services costs that can be quantified and compared to baseline effects of existing therapeutic alternatives. 9. The average patient copay or other cost sharing for the drug. If the board determines that a prescription drug will lead to an affordability challenge, the bill directs the board to establish an upper payment limit for that drug that applies to all purchases and payor reimbursements of the drug dispensed or administered to individuals in Wisconsin. In establishing the upper payment limit, the board must consider the cost of administering the drug, the cost of delivering it to consumers, and other relevant administrative costs. For certain drugs, the board must solicit information from the manufacturer regarding the price increase and, if the board determines that the price increase is not a result of the need for increased manufacturing capacity or other effort to improve patient access during a public health emergency, the board must establish an upper payment limit equal to the drug[s cost prior to the price increase. Office of the Public Intervenor The bill creates the Office of the Public Intervenor, attached to OCI. Under the bill, the Office of the Public Intervenor assists individuals with claims, policies, appeals, and other legal actions related to pursuing insurance coverage for medical procedures, prescription medications, and other health care services. The bill authorizes the office to levy an assessment on insurance providers based upon their premium volume for health insurance policies written in the state. Prescription drug importation program The bill requires the commissioner of insurance, in consultation with persons interested in the sale and pricing of prescription drugs and federal officials and agencies, to design and implement a prescription drug importation program for the benefit of and that generates savings for Wisconsin residents. The bill establishes requirements for the program, including all of the following: 1) the commissioner must designate a state agency to become a licensed wholesale distributor or contract with a licensed wholesale distributor and to seek federal certification and approval to import prescription drugs; 2) the program must comply with certain federal regulations and import from Canadian suppliers only prescription drugs that are not brand-name drugs, have fewer than four competitor drugs in this country, and for which importation creates substantial savings; commissioner must ensure that prescription drugs imported under the program are LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 3) the 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 not distributed, dispensed, or sold outside of Wisconsin; and 4) the program must have an audit procedure to ensure the program complies with certain requirements specified in the bill. Before submitting the proposed program to the federal government for certification, the commissioner must submit the proposed program to JCF for its approval. State prescription drug purchasing entity The bill requires OCI to conduct a study on the viability of creating or implementing a state prescription drug purchasing entity. Exemption from prior authorization requirements The bill allows the commissioner of insurance to establish, by rule, that any health insurance policy or plan that uses a prior authorization process must exempt health care providers from obtaining prior authorizations for a health care item or service for a period of time established by the commissioner if, in the most recent evaluation period established by the commissioner, the health insurance policy or plan has approved or would have approved not less than a certain proportion of prior authorization requests, as established by the commissioner, submitted by the health care provider for the health care item or service. The commissioner may specify the health care items or services that may be subject to this exemption. Further, the commissioner may specify how health care providers may obtain an exemption from obtaining prior authorizations under the bill, including by providing a process for automatic evaluation. Prior authorization transparency The bill imposes several regulations on the use of prior authorization requirements used by health care plans. Under the bill, Xprior authorizationY is defined to mean the process by which a health care plan or a contracted utilization review organization determines the medical necessity and medical appropriateness of otherwise covered health care services. The bill requires health care plans to maintain a list of services for which prior authorization is required and publish the list on its website to be accessible by members of the general public without requiring the creation of an account or the entry of any credentials or personal information. Further, the bill requires health care plans to make the current prior authorization requirements and restrictions that it uses accessible and conspicuously posted on its website or on the website of a contracted utilization review organization for enrollees and providers. The bill provides that any clinical review criteria on which a prior authorization requirement or restriction is based must satisfy certain criteria, including that the criteria are based on nationally recognized, generally accepted standards except where provided by law, that the criteria are developed in accordance with the current standards of a national medical accreditation entity, and that the criteria ensure quality of care and access to needed health care services. The bill prohibits a health care plan from denying a claim for failure to obtain prior authorization if the prior authorization requirement was not in effect on the date that the service was provided. Further, the bill prohibits health care plans and LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 utilization review organizations contracted with health care plans from deeming supplies or services as incidental and from denying a claim for supplies or services if a provided health care service associated with the supplies or services receives prior authorization or if a provided health care service associated with the supplies or services does not require prior authorization. Finally, the bill provides that if a health care plan intends to impose a new prior authorization requirement or restriction or intends to amend a prior authorization requirement or restriction, the health care plan must provide all providers contracted with the health care plan with advanced written notice of the new or amended requirement or restriction no less than 60 days before the new or amended requirement or restriction is implemented. No health care plan may implement a new or amended prior authorization requirement or restriction unless the health care plan or a contracted utilization review organization has updated the post on its website to reflect the new or amended prior authorization requirement or restriction. Inpatient mental health prior authorization The bill prohibits health insurance policies and self-insured governmental health plans that cover inpatient mental health services from requiring prior authorization for the provision or coverage of those services. Health insurance policies are referred to as disability insurance policies in the bill, and a self-insured governmental health plan is a self-funded health plan of the state or a county, city, village, town, or school district. Coverage of individuals with preexisting conditions and other insurance market regulations The bill requires certain health plans to guarantee access to coverage; prohibits plans from imposing preexisting condition exclusions; prohibits plans from setting premiums or cost-sharing amounts based on health status-related factors; prohibits plans from setting lifetime or annual limits on benefits; requires plans to cover certain essential health benefits; requires coverage of certain preventive services by plans without a cost-sharing contribution by an enrollee; sets a maximum annual amount of cost sharing for enrollees; and designates risk pool, medical loss ratio, and actuarial value requirements. The bill requires every individual health insurance policy, referred to in the bill as health benefit plans, to accept every individual who, and every group health insurance policy to accept every employer that, applies for coverage, regardless of the sexual orientation, the gender identity, or any preexisting condition of any individual or employee who will be covered by the plan. The bill allows health benefit plans to restrict enrollment in coverage to open or special enrollment periods and requires the commissioner of insurance to establish a statewide open enrollment period that is no shorter than 30 days for every individual health benefit plan. The bill prohibits a group health insurance policy, including a self-insured governmental health plan, from imposing a preexisting condition exclusion. The bill also prohibits an individual health insurance policy from reducing or denying a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 claim or loss incurred or disability commencing under the policy on the ground that a disease or physical condition existed prior to the effective date of coverage. A health benefit plan offered on the individual or small employer market or a self-insured governmental health plan may not vary premium rates for a specific plan except on the basis of 1) whether the plan covers an individual or a family; 2) the area in the state; 3) age; and 4) tobacco use, as specified in the bill. An individual health benefit plan or self-insured health plan is prohibited under the bill from establishing rules for the eligibility of any individual to enroll based on health status-related factors, which are specified in the bill. A self-insured health plan or an insurer offering an individual health benefit plan is also prohibited from requiring an enrollee to pay a greater premium, contribution, deductible, copayment, or coinsurance amount than is required of an otherwise similarly situated enrollee based on a health status-related factor. Current state law prohibits group health benefit plans from establishing rules of eligibility or requiring greater premium or contribution amounts based on a factor related to health status. The bill adds to these current law requirements for group health benefit plans that the plan may not require a greater deductible, copayment, or coinsurance amount based on a health status-related factor. Under the bill, an individual or group health benefit plan or a self-insured governmental health plan may not establish lifetime or annual limits on the dollar value of benefits for an enrollee or a dependent of an enrollee under the plan. The bill specifies a maximum amount of cost sharing that a plan may impose as the amount calculated under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). The bill requires individual and small employer plans to have either a single statewide risk pool for the individual market and a single pool for the small employer market or a single statewide risk pool for a combination of the individual and small employer markets. The bill requires individual and small employer plans to have a medical loss ratio of at least 80 percent and larger group plans to have a medical loss ratio of at least 85 percent. The medical loss ratio is the proportion of premium revenues that the plan spends on clinical services and quality improvement. The bill also requires individual and small employer plans to provide a level of coverage that is designed to provide benefits that are actuarially equivalent to at least 60 percent of the full actuarial value of the benefits provided under the plan. An actuarial value of 60 percent corresponds to a bronze tier plan under the ACA. The bill requires certain health insurance policies and governmental self- insured health plans to cover essential health benefits that will be specified by the commissioner of insurance by rule. The bill specifies a list of requirements that the commissioner must follow when establishing the essential health benefits including certain limitations on cost sharing and the following general categories of benefits, items, or services in which the commissioner must require coverage: ambulatory patient services, emergency services, hospitalization, maternity and newborn care, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 mental health and substance use disorder services, prescription drugs, rehabilitative and habilitative services and devices, laboratory services, preventive and wellness services and chronic disease management, and pediatric services. If an essential health benefit specified by the commissioner is also subject to its own mandated coverage requirement, the bill requires the health insurance policy or self-insured health plan to provide coverage under whichever requirement provides the insured or plan participant with more comprehensive coverage. The bill requires health insurance policies and governmental self-insured health plans to cover certain preventive services and to provide coverage of those preventive services without subjecting that coverage to deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance. The preventive services for which coverage is required are specified in the bill. The bill also specifies certain instances when cost-sharing amounts may be charged for an office visit associated with a preventive service. Preventing surprise bills for emergency medical services and other items and services The bill requires defined network plans, such as health maintenance organizations, and certain preferred provider plans and self-insured governmental plans that cover benefits or services provided in either an emergency department of a hospital or an independent freestanding emergency department to cover emergency medical services without requiring a prior authorization determination and without regard to whether the health care provider providing the emergency medical services is a participating provider or facility. If the emergency medical services for which coverage is required are provided by a nonparticipating provider, the plan must 1) not impose a prior authorization requirement or other limitation that is more restrictive than if the service was provided by a participating provider; 2) not impose cost sharing on an enrollee that is greater than the cost sharing required if the service was provided by a participating provider; 3) calculate the cost-sharing amount to be equal to the recognized amount specified under federal law; 4) provide, within 30 days of the provider[s or facility[s bill, an initial payment or denial notice to the provider or facility and then pay a total amount to the provider or facility that is equal to the amount by which an out-of-network rate exceeds the amount it received in cost sharing from the enrollee; and 5) count any cost-sharing payment made by the enrollee for the emergency medical services toward any in-network deductible or out-of-pocket maximum as if the cost-sharing payment was made for services provided by a participating provider or facility. For coverage of an item or service that is provided by a nonparticipating provider in a participating facility, a plan must 1) not impose a cost-sharing requirement for the item or service that is greater than the cost-sharing requirement that would have been imposed if the item or service was provided by a participating provider; 2) calculate the cost-sharing amount to be equal to the recognized amount specified under federal law; 3) provide, within 30 days of the provider[s bill, an initial payment or denial notice to the provider and then pay a total amount to the provider that is equal to the amount by which the out-of- LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 network rate exceeds the amount it received in cost sharing from the enrollee; and 4) count any cost-sharing payment made by the enrollee for the items or services toward any in-network deductible or out-of-pocket maximum as if the cost-sharing payment was made for items or services provided by a participating provider. A nonparticipating provider providing an item or service in a participating facility may not bill or hold liable an enrollee for more than the cost-sharing amount unless the provider provides notice and obtains consent as described in the bill. However, if the nonparticipating provider is providing an ancillary item or service that is specified in the bill, and the commissioner of insurance has not specifically allowed providers to bill or hold an enrollee liable for that item or service by rule, the nonparticipating provider providing the ancillary item or service in a participating facility may not bill or hold liable an enrollee for more than the cost-sharing amount. Under the bill, a provider or facility that is entitled to a payment for an emergency medical service or other item or service may initiate open negotiations with the defined network plan, preferred provider plan, or self-insured governmental health plan to determine the amount of payment. If the open negotiation period terminates without determination of the payment amount, the provider, facility, or plan may initiate the independent dispute resolution process as specified by the commissioner of insurance. If an enrollee of a plan is a continuing care patient, as defined in the bill, and is obtaining services from a participating provider or facility, and the contract is terminated because of a change in the terms of the participation of the provider or facility in the plan or the contract is terminated, resulting in a loss of benefits under the plan, the plan must notify the enrollee of the enrollee[s right to elect to continue transitional care, provide the enrollee an opportunity to notify the plan of the need for transitional care, and allow the enrollee to continue to have the benefits provided under the plan under the same terms and conditions as would have applied without the termination until either 90 days after the termination notice date or the date on which the enrollee is no longer a continuing care patient, whichever is earlier. Health insurance claims The bill imposes upon insurers certain requirements for health insurance claims processing and denials, including a requirement to process claims within a reasonable time frame that prevents an undue delay in care, to provide a detailed explanation of a claim denial, and to disclose whether the insurer uses artificial intelligence or algorithmic decision-making in processing claims. The bill also prohibits certain actions by an insurer with respect to health insurance claims, including using vague or misleading terms to deny a claim, stalling review of a claim to avoid timely payment, allowing non-physician personnel to determine whether care is medically necessary, mandating prior approval for routine or urgent procedures in a manner that causes harmful delays, or requiring an insured to fail a cheaper treatment before approving coverage for necessary care. The bill directs insurers to annually publish a report about their claim denials for health insurance LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 policies and their use of artificial intelligence or algorithmic decision-making in processing claims for health insurance policies. The bill also directs the commissioner of insurance to maintain a public database of insurers[ health insurance claim denial rates and the outcomes of independent reviews of adverse actions under health insurance policies. Under current law, insureds may request an independent review of adverse actions under a health insurance policy under certain circumstances. The bill provides that an insured also has the right to request from the Office of the Public Intervenor created under the bill a review of any health insurance claim denial. In addition, the bill authorizes the commissioner of insurance to audit insurers that deny health insurance claims with such frequency as to indicate a general business practice. Under the bill, the commissioner may collect any relevant information from an insurer necessary to conduct an audit; contract with a third party to conduct an audit; order an insurer to comply with a corrective action plan based on the findings of an audit; and impose forfeitures or sanctions on an insurer that fails to comply with a corrective action plan. The bill also requires insurers to provide a written response to any adverse findings of an audit. Application of manufacturer discounts Health insurance policies and plans often apply deductibles and out-of-pocket maximum amounts to the benefits covered by the policy or plan. A deductible is an amount that an enrollee in a policy or plan must pay out of pocket before attaining the full benefits of the policy or plan. An out-of-pocket maximum amount is a limit specified by a policy or plan on the amount that an enrollee pays, and once that limit is reached, the policy or plan covers the benefit entirely. The bill requires health insurance policies that offer prescription drug benefits and self-insured health plans to apply the amount of any discounts that a manufacturer of a brand- name drug provides to reduce the amount of cost sharing that is charged to an enrollee for those brand-name drugs to the enrollee[s deductible and out-of-pocket maximum amount. That requirement applies for brand-name drugs that have no generic equivalent and for brand-name drugs that have a generic equivalent but that the enrollee has prior authorization or physician approval to obtain. Fiduciary duty of pharmacy benefit managers The bill imposes fiduciary and disclosure requirements on pharmacy benefit managers. Pharmacy benefit managers contract with health plans that provide prescription drug benefits to administer those benefits for the plans. They also have contracts with pharmacies and pay the pharmacies for providing the drugs to the plan beneficiaries. The bill provides that a pharmacy benefit manager owes a fiduciary duty to a plan sponsor. The bill also requires that a pharmacy benefit manager annually disclose all of the following information to the plan sponsor: 1. The indirect profit received by the pharmacy benefit manager from owning a pharmacy or service provider. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 2. Any payments made to a consultant or broker who works on behalf of the plan sponsor. 3. From the amounts received from drug manufacturers, the amounts retained by the pharmacy benefit manager that are related to the plan sponsor[s claims or bona fide service fees. 4. The amounts received from network pharmacies and the amount retained by the pharmacy benefit manager. Licensure of pharmacy benefit management brokers and consultants The bill requires an individual who is acting as a pharmacy benefit management broker or consultant or who is acting to procure the services of a pharmacy benefit manager on behalf of a client to be licensed by OCI. The bill allows OCI to promulgate rules to establish criteria, procedures, and fees for licensure. Licensure of pharmaceutical representatives The bill requires a pharmaceutical representative to be licensed by OCI and to display the pharmaceutical representative[s license during each visit with a health care professional. The bill defines Xpharmaceutical representativeY to mean an individual who markets or promotes pharmaceuticals to health care professionals on behalf of a pharmaceutical manufacturer for compensation. The term of a license issued under the bill is one year, and the license is renewable. Under the bill, the license fee is set by the commissioner of insurance. The bill directs the commissioner to promulgate rules to implement the bill[s requirements, including rules that require pharmaceutical representatives to complete continuing educational coursework as a condition of licensure. An individual who violates any of the requirements under the bill is subject to a fine, and the individual[s license may be suspended or revoked. Pharmacy services administrative organizations The bill requires that a pharmacy services administrative organization (PSAO) be licensed by OCI. Under the bill, a PSAO is an entity operating in Wisconsin that does all of the following: 1. Contracts with an independent pharmacy to conduct business on the pharmacy[s behalf with a third-party payer. 2. Provides at least one administrative service to an independent pharmacy and negotiates and enters into a contract with a third-party payer or pharmacy benefit manager on the pharmacy[s behalf. The bill defines Xindependent pharmacyY to mean a licensed pharmacy operating in Wisconsin that is under common ownership with no more than two other pharmacies. XAdministrative serviceY is defined to mean assisting with claims or audits, providing centralized payment, performing certification in a specialized care program, providing compliance support, setting flat fees for generic drugs, assisting with store layout, managing inventory, providing marketing support, providing management and analysis of payment and drug dispensing data, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 or providing resources for retail cash cards. The bill defines Xthird-party payerY to mean an entity operating in Wisconsin that pays or insures health, medical, or prescription drug expenses on behalf of beneficiaries. The bill uses the current law definition of Xpharmacy benefit manager,Y which is an entity doing business in Wisconsin that contracts to administer or manage prescription drug benefits on behalf of an insurer or other entity that provides prescription drug benefits to Wisconsin residents. To obtain the license required by the bill, a person must apply to OCI and provide the contact information for the applicant and a contact person, evidence of financial responsibility of at least $1,000,000, and any other information required by the commissioner of insurance. Under the bill, the license fee is set by the commissioner, and the term of a license is two years. The bill also requires that a PSAO disclose to OCI the extent of any ownership or control by an entity that provides pharmacy services; provides prescription drug or device services; or manufactures, sells, or distributes prescription drugs, biologicals, or medical devices. The PSAO must notify OCI within five days of any material change in its ownership or control related to such an entity. Moneys from pharmacy benefit manager regulation used for general program operations The bill credits to the appropriation account for OCI[s general program operations all moneys received from the regulation of pharmacy benefit managers, pharmacy benefit management brokers, pharmacy benefit management consultants, pharmacy services administration organizations, and pharmaceutical representatives. Insurer network adequacy standards The bill allows OCI to promulgate rules to establish minimum network time and distance standards and minimum network wait-time standards for defined network plans and preferred provider plans. The bill specifies that OCI, in promulgating rules under the bill, must consider standards adopted by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for qualified health plans offered on the federally facilitated health insurance marketplace established pursuant to the ACA. State-based exchange The bill directs OCI to establish and operate a state-based health insurance exchange. Under current law, the ACA requires that an exchange be established in each state to facilitate the purchase of qualified health insurance coverage by individuals and small employers. Under the ACA, a state must operate its own state-based exchange, use the federally facilitated exchange operated by the federal Department of Health and Human Services, or adopt a hybrid approach under which the state operates a state-based exchange but uses the federal platform, known as HealthCare.gov, to handle eligibility and enrollment functions. Wisconsin currently uses the federally facilitated exchange. The bill directs OCI to LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 establish and operate a state-based exchange, first by using the federal platform and then transitioning to a fully state-run exchange. The bill authorizes OCI to enter into any agreement with the federal government necessary to implement those provisions. The bill also requires that OCI impose a user fee on insurers offering plans through the state-based exchange. Under current law, the ACA imposes user fees on insurers offering plans through federally facilitated exchanges and state-based exchanges using the federal platform, which are currently 1.5 percent and 1.2 percent of total monthly premiums, respectively. The bill authorizes OCI to impose a user fee at the following rates: 1. For any plan year that OCI operates the state-based exchange using the federal platform, the rate is 0.5 percent. 2. For the first two plan years that OCI operates the fully state-run exchange, the rate is equal to the user fee for the federally facilitated exchanges. For later plan years, the rate is set by OCI by rule. The bill creates an annual GPR appropriation for OCI[s general program operations. Further, the bill allows OCI to spend up to $500,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 and up to $500,000 in fiscal year 2026]27 for the development of a public option health insurance plan. Telehealth parity The bill requires health insurance policies and self-insured governmental health plans to cover a treatment or service that is provided through telehealth if the treatment or service is covered by the policy or plan when provided in person. A policy or plan may limit its coverage to those treatments or services that are medically necessary. XTelehealthY is defined in the bill as a practice of health care delivery, diagnosis, consultation, treatment, or transfer of medically relevant data by means of audio, video, or data communications that are used either during a patient visit or consultation or are used to transfer medically relevant data about a patient. The bill also sets parameters on the coverage of telehealth treatments and services that is required in the bill. A policy or plan may not subject a telehealth treatment or service to a greater deductible, copayment, or coinsurance than if provided in person. Similarly, a policy or plan may not impose a policy or calendar year or lifetime benefit limit or other maximum limitation or a prior authorization requirement on a telehealth treatment or service that is not imposed on treatments or services provided through manners other than telehealth. A policy or plan also may not place unique location requirements on a telehealth treatment or service. If a policy or plan covers a telehealth treatment or service that has no in-person equivalent, the policy or plan must disclose this in the policy or plan materials. Short-term, limited duration plan coverage requirements The bill sets certain coverage requirements on individual health plans that are short-term, limited duration plans. Under current law, a short-term, limited duration plan is individual health benefit plan coverage that is marketed and LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 designed to provide short-term coverage as a bridge between other coverages and that has a term of not more than 12 months and an aggregate term of all consecutive periods of coverage that does not exceed 18 months. Under current law, an insurer generally must renew individual health coverage at the option of the insured, but an insurer is not required to renew a short-term, limited duration plan. The bill requires an insurer that offers a short-term, limited duration plan to accept every individual who applies for coverage, regardless of whether the individual has a preexisting condition. The bill also prohibits a short-term, limited duration plan from imposing a preexisting condition exclusion. Under current law, a short-term, limited duration plan may impose a preexisting condition exclusion, but the plan must reduce the length of time of the exclusion by the aggregate duration of the insured[s consecutive periods of coverage. Under current law, a preexisting condition exclusion is a period of time during which a plan will not cover a medical condition for which the insured received some medical attention before the effective date of coverage. Under the bill, an insurer that offers a short-term, limited duration plan may not vary premium rates for a specific plan except on the basis of 1) whether the plan covers an individual or a family; 2) the area in the state; 3) age; and 4) tobacco use, as specified in the bill. An insurer that offers a short-term, limited duration plan is prohibited under the bill from establishing rules for the eligibility of any individual to enroll based on certain health status-related factors, which are specified in the bill, and from requiring an enrollee to pay a greater premium, contribution, deductible, copayment, or coinsurance amount than is required of a similarly situated enrollee based on a health status-related factor. Under the bill, a short- term, limited duration plan may not establish lifetime limits or limits for the duration of the coverage on the dollar value of benefits for an enrollee or a dependent of an enrollee under the plan. Finally, the bill reduces the maximum allowable term of a short-term, limited duration plan from 12 months to three months and reduces the maximum aggregate duration from 18 months to six months. Special enrollment period for pregnancy The bill requires health insurance plans and self-insured governmental health plans to allow a pregnant individual who is eligible for coverage under the plan, and any individual who is eligible for coverage because of a relationship to the pregnant individual, to enroll in the plan at any time during the pregnancy. Under the bill, the coverage must begin no later than the first day of the first calendar month in which the pregnant individual receives medical verification of the pregnancy, except that the pregnant individual may direct coverage to begin on the first day of any month occurring during the pregnancy. The bill also requires that insurers offering group health insurance coverage notify individuals of the special enrollment period at or before the time the individual is initially offered the opportunity to enroll in the plan. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Coverage of infertility services The bill requires health insurance policies and self-insured governmental health plans that cover medical or hospital expenses to cover diagnosis of and treatment for infertility and standard fertility preservation services. Coverage required under the bill must include at least four completed egg retrievals with unlimited embryo transfers, in accordance with certain guidelines, and single embryo transfer when recommended and medically appropriate. Policies and plans may not impose an exclusion, limitation, or other restriction on the coverage required under the bill on the basis that an insured person participates in fertility services provided by or to a third party. Policies and plans are also prohibited from imposing an exclusion, limitation, or other restriction on coverage of medications for which the bill requires coverage that is not imposed on any other prescription medications covered under the policy or plan. Similarly, policies and plans may not impose any exclusion, limitation, cost-sharing requirement, benefit maximum, waiting period, or other restriction on diagnosis, treatment, or services for which coverage is required under the bill that is different from any exclusion, limitation, cost-sharing requirement, benefit maximum, waiting period, or other restriction imposed on benefits for other services. Coverage of over-the-counter oral contraceptives Under current law, every health insurance policy and every self-insured governmental health plan that covers outpatient health care services, preventive treatments and services, or prescription drugs and devices must provide coverage for contraceptives prescribed by a health care provider. Under the bill, these insurance policies and health plans must also provide coverage of oral contraceptives that are lawfully furnished over the counter without a prescription. Reimbursement to federal drug pricing program participants The bill prohibits any person from reimbursing certain entities that participate in the federal drug pricing program, known as the 340B Program, for a drug subject to an agreement under the program at a rate lower than that paid for the same drug to pharmacies that have a similar prescription volume. The bill also prohibits a person from imposing any fee, charge back, or other adjustment on the basis of the entity[s participation in the 340B Program. The entities covered by the prohibitions under the bill are federally qualified health centers, critical access hospitals, and grantees under the federal Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, as well as these entities[ pharmacies and any pharmacy with which any of the entities have contracted to dispense drugs through the 340B Program. The bill allows the commissioner of insurance to promulgate rules to establish minimum reimbursement rates for entities that participate in the 340B Program. Reimbursement for emergency ambulance services under health insurance policies and plans The bill makes several changes to the coverage and reimbursement of emergency ambulance services under health insurance policies and plans. First, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the bill requires defined network plans, preferred provider plans, and self-insured governmental plans that provide coverage of emergency medical services to cover emergency ambulance services provided by an ambulance service provider that is not a participating provider at a rate that is the greatest of 1) a rate that is set or approved by a local governmental entity in the jurisdiction in which the emergency ambulance services originated; 2) a rate that is 400 percent of the current published rate for the provided emergency ambulance services established by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for the Medicare program in the same geographic area or a rate that is equivalent to the rate billed by the ambulance service provider for emergency ambulance services provided, whichever is less; or 3) the contracted rate at which the defined network plan, preferred provider plan, or self-insured governmental plan would reimburse a participating ambulance service provider for the same emergency ambulance services. The bill prohibits any defined network plan, preferred provider plan, or self-insured governmental plan from imposing a cost-sharing amount on an enrollee for emergency ambulance services provided by an ambulance service provider that is not a participating provider at a rate that is greater than the requirements that would apply if the emergency ambulance services were provided by a participating ambulance service provider. The bill provides that no ambulance service provider that receives reimbursement as provided in the bill may charge an enrollee for any additional amount for emergency ambulance services except for any copayment, coinsurance, deductible, or other cost-sharing responsibilities required to be paid by the enrollee. Finally, the bill provides that any health insurance policy or self-insured governmental health plan must respond to claims for covered emergency ambulance services within 30 days after receipt of the claim and, if the claim is without defect, promptly remit payment for the covered emergency ambulance services directly to the ambulance service provider. If the claim has a defect, the bill instead requires the health insurance policy or self-insured governmental health plan to provide a written notice to the ambulance service provider within 30 days after receipt of the claim. Coverage of treatment or services provided by qualified treatment trainees The bill prohibits any health insurance plan from excluding coverage for mental health or behavioral health treatment or services provided by a qualified treatment trainee within the scope of the qualified treatment trainee[s education and training if the health insurance plan covers the mental health or behavioral health treatment or services when provided by another health care provider. XQualified treatment traineeY is defined under current law to mean either a graduate student who is enrolled in an accredited institution in psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, nursing, or a closely related field or a person with a graduate degree from an accredited institution and course work in psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, nursing, or a closely related field who has not yet completed the applicable supervised practice requirements described under the administrative code. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Coverage of treatment or services provided by substance abuse counselors The bill prohibits any health insurance plan from excluding coverage for alcoholism or other drug abuse treatment or services provided by a certified substance abuse counselor within the scope of the substance abuse counselor[s education and training if the health insurance plan covers the alcoholism or other drug abuse treatment or services when provided by another health care provider. XSubstance abuse counselorY is defined under current law to mean a substance abuse counselor-in-training, a substance abuse counselor, or a clinical substance abuse counselor. Coverage of services, treatment, or procedures provided by dental therapists Current law prohibits any health insurance plan from excluding coverage for diagnosis and treatment of a condition or complaint by a dental therapist within the scope of the dental therapist[s license if the health insurance plan covers diagnosis and treatment of the condition or complaint by another health care provider. The bill instead prohibits any health insurance plan from excluding coverage for dental services, treatment, or procedures provided by a dental therapist within the scope of the dental therapist[s license if the health insurance plan covers the dental services, treatment, or procedures when provided by another health care provider. XDental therapistY is defined under current law as an individual who engages in the limited practice of dentistry. Cost-sharing cap on insulin The bill prohibits every health insurance policy and governmental self-insured health plan that covers insulin and imposes cost sharing on prescription drugs from imposing cost sharing on insulin in an amount that exceeds $35 for a one-month supply. Current law requires every health insurance policy that provides coverage of expenses incurred for treatment of diabetes to provide coverage for specified expenses and items, including insulin. The required coverage under current law for certain diabetes treatments other than insulin infusion pumps is subject to the same exclusions, limitations, deductibles, and coinsurance provisions of the policy as other covered expenses. The bill[s cost-sharing limitation on insulin supersedes the specification that the exclusions, limitations, deductibles, and coinsurance are the same as for other coverage. Insulin safety net programs The bill requires insulin manufacturers to establish a program under which qualifying Wisconsin residents who are in urgent need of insulin and are uninsured or have limited insurance coverage can be dispensed insulin at a pharmacy. Under the program, if a qualifying individual in urgent need of insulin provides a pharmacy with a form attesting that the individual meets the program[s eligibility requirements, specified proof of residency, and a valid insulin prescription, the pharmacy must dispense a 30-day supply of insulin to the individual and may charge the individual a copayment of no more than $35. The pharmacy may submit LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 an electronic payment claim for the insulin[s acquisition cost to the manufacturer or agree to receive a replacement of the same insulin in the amount dispensed. The bill also requires that each insulin manufacturer establish a patient assistance program to make insulin available to any qualifying Wisconsin resident who, among other requirements, is uninsured or has limited insurance coverage and whose family income does not exceed 400 percent of the federal poverty line. Under the bill, an individual must apply to participate in a manufacturer[s program. If the manufacturer determines that the individual meets the program[s eligibility requirements, the manufacturer must issue the individual a statement of eligibility, which is valid for 12 months and may be renewed. Under the bill, if an individual with a statement of eligibility and valid insulin prescription requests insulin from a pharmacy, the pharmacy must submit an order to the manufacturer, who must then provide a 90-day supply of insulin at no charge to the individual or pharmacy. The pharmacy may charge the individual a copayment of no more than $50. Under the bill, a manufacturer is not required to issue a statement of eligibility if the individual has prescription drug coverage through an individual or group health plan and the manufacturer determines that the individual[s insulin needs are better addressed through the manufacturer[s copayment assistance program. In such case, the manufacturer must provide the individual with the necessary drug coupons, and the individual may not be required to pay more than a $50 copayment for a 90-day supply of insulin. Under the bill, if the manufacturer determines that an individual is not eligible for the patient assistance program, the individual may file an appeal with OCI. The bill directs OCI to establish procedures for deciding appeals. Under the bill, OCI must issue a decision within 10 days, and that decision is final. The bill requires that insulin manufacturers annually report to OCI certain information, including the number of individuals served and the cost of insulin dispensed under the programs and that OCI annually report to the governor and the legislature on the programs. The bill also directs OCI to conduct public outreach and develop an information sheet about the programs, conduct satisfaction surveys of individuals and pharmacies that participate in the programs, and report to the governor and the legislature on the surveys by July 1, 2028. Additionally, the bill requires that OCI develop a training program for health care navigators to assist individuals in accessing appropriate long-term insulin options and maintain a list of trained navigators. The bill provides that a manufacturer that violates the bill[s provisions may be required to forfeit not more than $200,000 per month of violation, which increases to $400,000 per month if the manufacturer continues to be in violation after six months and to $600,000 per month if the manufacturer continues to be in violation after one year. The bill[s requirements do not apply to manufacturers with annual insulin sales revenue in Wisconsin of no more than $2,000,000 or to insulin that costs less than a specified dollar amount. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Value-based diabetes medication pilot project The bill directs OCI to develop a pilot project under which a pharmacy benefit manager and a pharmaceutical manufacturer are directed to create a value-based, sole-source arrangement to reduce the costs of prescription diabetes medication. The bill allows OCI to promulgate rules to implement the pilot project. Funding for health insurance navigators The bill directs the commissioner of insurance to award $500,000 in fiscal year 2025-26 and $500,000 in fiscal year 2026-27 to a licensed navigator to prioritize services for the direct care workforce population. Navigators are individuals or entities that perform certain duties, including conducting public education activities to raise awareness of the availability of qualified health plans, distributing fair and impartial information concerning enrollment in qualified health plans, facilitating enrollment in qualified health plans, and providing referrals for any enrollee with a grievance, complaint, or question regarding their health plan, coverage, or a determination under such plan or coverage. Health Insurance Risk-Sharing Plan balance transfer The Health Insurance Risk-Sharing Plan (HIRSP) provided health insurance coverage in individual policies to certain eligible individuals, including individuals who were refused coverage in the private health insurance market because of their mental or physical condition. HIRSP was dissolved and, by March 31, 2014, all coverage under HIRSP was finally terminated. 2015 Wisconsin Act 55 repealed two appropriations to OCI that provided funding for the affairs of HIRSP and for winding up the affairs of HIRSP. The bill transfers any balance that was credited to those appropriations and not lapsed as a result of 2015 Wisconsin Act 55 to the general program operations appropriation for OCI in fiscal year 2025-26. Wisconsin Healthcare Stability Plan spending limit Under current law, the Wisconsin Healthcare Stability Plan (WIHSP) makes a reinsurance payment to a health insurance carrier if the claims for an individual who is enrolled in a health benefit plan with that carrier exceed a threshold amount in a benefit year. WIHSP is administered by OCI and operates under specific terms and conditions of a waiver agreement between OCI and the federal Department of Health and Human Services, which was dated July 29, 2018, and extended December 1, 2022. Currently, the commissioner of insurance is limited to spending $230,000,000 for WIHSP from all revenue sources in a year, unless JCF increases the amount. Under the bill, the governor, not JCF, may increase the spending limit. In addition, the bill increases the spending limit to $250,000,000 in 2026, and beginning in 2027, the bill directs the commissioner to annually adjust the spending limit based on the increase, if any, in the medical care index of the consumer price index. The bill also specifies that OCI[s authority includes the authority to operate WIHSP under any waiver extension approvals. Powers of the attorney general The bill repeals changes made to the powers of the attorney general in 2017 LRB-2186/1 ALL:all JUSTICE 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Wisconsin Act 369 relating to the power to compromise or discontinue civil actions prosecuted by DOJ and the power to compromise and settle actions in cases where DOJ is defending the state. The bill reestablishes these settlement powers as they existed under the law before 2017 Wisconsin Act 369 was enacted. The bill allows the attorney general to compromise or discontinue actions prosecuted by DOJ 1) when directed by the officer, department, board, or commission that directed the prosecution or 2) with the approval of the governor when the action is prosecuted by DOJ on the initiative of the attorney general or at the request of any individual. The bill eliminates the requirement for approval of a compromise or discontinuance from a legislative intervenor or JCF. It also eliminates the requirement for the attorney general to obtain approval of a compromise or discontinuance by the Joint Committee on Legislative Organization (JLCO) in certain circumstances before submitting a proposed plan to JCF. Under the bill, when DOJ is defending the state, the attorney general may compromise and settle the action as the attorney general determines to be in the best interest of the state. The bill eliminates the requirement under current law that, in actions for injunctive relief or if there is a proposed consent decree, the attorney general must 1) obtain the approval of any legislative intervenor or 2) if there is no intervenor, submit a proposed plan to JCF and, in certain circumstances, obtain approval of JCF. The bill also eliminates the requirement for the attorney general to obtain approval from JCLO in certain circumstances before submitting a proposed plan of settlement or compromise to JCF. Crime victim services grants Current law provides for a number of surcharges that a court must impose on a person who is found to have committed crimes or violated ordinances. The bill creates a new crime victim services surcharge and requires a court to impose the surcharge when imposing a sentence, a period of probation, or a civil forfeiture on a person. The amount of the surcharge is the sum of 40 percent of any fine or forfeiture imposed or $40, whichever is greater, plus $50 for each conviction of a misdemeanor or felony. The bill requires DOJ to use the funds collected from the surcharge to award grants to organizations that are eligible for federal funds to provide crime victim assistance. The grants from DOJ are intended to supplement any federal funds. In addition, the bill authorizes DOA to supplement the funds available for the grants if DOA determines that the amounts available are insufficient for crime victim services. Under the bill, if DOA determines the amounts available are insufficient, the amount that may be supplemented is capped at the difference between $44,500,000 and the sum of the federal funds received in that fiscal year for crime victim assistance plus the funds collected in that fiscal year from the crime victim services surcharge created in the bill. Alternatives to prosecution and incarceration programs Under current law, DOJ operates the alternatives to incarceration grant program and the drug courts grant program. Under these programs, DOJ provides LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 grants to counties and tribes for providing alternatives to prosecution and incarceration for persons who abuse alcohol or other drugs and diverting substance- abusing persons from prison or jail into treatment. Under the bill, December 31, 2026, is the last day these DOJ grant programs will be in effect. Beginning on January 1, 2027, DOA will operate a grant program for tribes to provide alternatives to prosecution and incarceration programs, and counties will be required to operate such programs to be eligible for certain circuit court payments from the director of state courts. The bill also transfers 3.0 FTE GPR positions that administer the alternatives to incarceration grant program, and the incumbent employees holding those positions, from DOJ to the Wisconsin Supreme Court on January 1, 2027. Eliminating the sunset on funding for the Office of School Safety 2023 Wisconsin Act 240 increased the number of positions for the Office of School Safety (OSS) in DOJ by 14.2 project positions for the period beginning on January 1, 2025, and ending on October 1, 2025, and allowed, for the same period, DOJ to fund the positions and other OSS duties using the fees that DOJ collects for issuing licenses to carry concealed weapons. The bill eliminates the sunset on using the fees so that DOJ may continue using the fees to fund positions and other OSS duties. Law enforcement officer training requirements The bill provides that the Law Enforcement Standards Board may not prevent noncitizens who are in receipt of valid employment authorization from the federal Department of Homeland Security from participating in a law enforcement preparatory training program. Project employees of DOJ offices under ARPA The bill provides that individuals who are in project positions that were funded by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and who are employed by DOJ may be appointed to equivalent permanent positions at DOJ without going through the civil service hiring process as new hires. Appropriation for restitution moneys The bill makes a technical change to DOJ[s restitution appropriation to provide that it also includes all moneys received by DOJ under any other unspecified court order or settlement agreement for the purpose of providing restitution to victims. Project attorney reporting requirement 2017 Wisconsin Act 261 created two field prosecutor attorney project positions to assist DOJ[s Division of Criminal Investigation and provided that those positions would terminate five years after the effective date of the act. The act also created a requirement that DOJ submit an annual report to JCF describing the activities and effectiveness of those field prosecutor attorneys. Those positions have expired. The bill eliminates the reporting requirement relating to those expired field prosecutor attorney project positions. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Law enforcement officer training reimbursement The bill makes a technical change relating to the appropriations from which reimbursements for law enforcement officer training are paid. Relator appropriation The bill creates a continuing appropriation to hold all moneys received by DOJ that is owed to a relator, to provide payments to relators. A relator is a type of party in a legal action in whose name an action is brought by a state. Gifts and grants and disposition of settlement funds The bill repeals certain changes made by 2017 Wisconsin Act 369 relating to gifts and grants and certain proceeds received by DOJ, specifically reversing provisions that changed a DOJ gifts and grants appropriation and a DOJ gifts, grants, and proceeds appropriation from continuing appropriations to annual appropriations. The bill also repeals the requirement that the attorney general must deposit all settlement funds into the general fund. The bill restores procedures relating to discretionary settlement funds under which the attorney general could expend certain settlement funds not committed under the terms of a settlement after submitting a plan to JCF for passive review only if either 1) the cochairpersons of JCF do not schedule a meeting or 2) a meeting is scheduled and JCF approves a plan for expenditure. LOCAL GOVERNMENT GENERAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT Local landlord-tenant ordinances Current law prohibits political subdivisions from enacting certain ordinances relating to landlords and tenants. Political subdivisions may not do any of the following: 1. Prohibit or limit landlords from obtaining or using certain information relating to a tenant or prospective tenant, including monthly household income, occupation, rental history, credit information, court records, and social security numbers. 2. Limit how far back in time a landlord may look at a prospective tenant[s credit information, conviction record, or previous housing. 3. Prohibit or limit a landlord from entering into a rental agreement with a prospective tenant while the premises are occupied by a current tenant. 4. Prohibit or limit a landlord from showing a premises to a prospective tenant during a current tenant[s tenancy. 5. Place requirements on a landlord with respect to security deposits or earnest money or inspections that are in addition to what is required under administrative rules. 6. Limit a tenant[s responsibility for any damage to or neglect of the premises. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 7. Require a landlord to provide to tenants or to the political subdivision any information that is not required to be provided under federal or state law. 8. Require a residential property to be inspected except under certain circumstances. 9. Impose an occupancy or transfer of tenancy fee on a rental unit. Current law also prohibits political subdivisions from regulating rent abatement in a way that permits abatement for conditions other than those that materially affect the health or safety of the tenant or that substantially affect the use and occupancy of the premises. The bill eliminates all of these prohibitions. Local moratorium on evictions Current law prohibits political subdivisions from imposing a moratorium on landlords from pursuing eviction actions against a tenant. The bill eliminates that prohibition. Rental property inspection requirements The bill makes various changes to the requirements relating to inspections of rental properties. The bill eliminates existing limitations on inspection fees that political subdivisions may charge for rental property inspections. Under the bill, a landlord must provide notice to a tenant of an impending inspection in the same manner the landlord would provide notice under current law to enter for repairs or to show the property to prospective tenants. The bill also provides that rental property inspection fees charged by a political subdivision are not subject to deduction from the political subdivision[s tax levy. Local government civil service system and grievance procedure requirements The bill modifies the requirements for any grievance system established by local governmental units, including adding a requirement for any civil service system or grievance procedure to include a just cause standard of review for employee terminations. Under current law, a local governmental unit that did not have a civil service system before June 29, 2011, must have established a grievance system. In order to comply with the requirement to have established a grievance system, a local governmental unit may establish either 1) a civil service system under any provision authorized by law, to the greatest extent practicable, if no specific provision for creation of a civil service system applies to the governmental unit or 2) a grievance procedure as set forth in the statutes. Current law requires that any civil service system established or grievance procedure created must contain a grievance procedure that addresses employee terminations, employee discipline, and workplace safety. The bill does not eliminate the requirement for these provisions but instead adds a requirement for a provision relating to a just cause standard of review for employee terminations, including a refusal to renew a teaching contract. Current law also requires that if a local governmental unit creates a grievance procedure, the procedure must contain certain elements, including a written LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 document specifying the process that a grievant and an employer must follow; a hearing before an impartial hearing officer; and an appeal process in which the highest level of appeal is the governing body of the local governmental unit. The bill provides that the hearing officer must be from the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission and adds the following two additional required elements in the grievance procedure: 1) a provision indicating the grievant is entitled to representation throughout the grievance process and 2) a provision indicating that the employer must bear all fees and costs related to the grievance process, except the grievant[s representational fees and costs. Local employment regulations The bill eliminates the preemptions of local governments from enacting or enforcing ordinances related to the following: 1. Regulations related to wage claims and collections. 2. Regulation of employee hours and overtime, including scheduling of employee work hours or shifts. 3. The employment benefits an employer may be required to provide to its employees. 4. An employer[s right to solicit information regarding the salary history of prospective employees. 5. Regulations related to minimum wage. 6. Occupational licensing requirements that are more stringent than a state requirement. Certain state and local employment regulations The bill eliminates the following: 1. The prohibition of the state and local governments from requiring any person to waive the person[s rights under state or federal labor laws as a condition of any approval by the state or local government. 2. A provision under which neither the state nor a local government may enact a statute or ordinance, adopt a policy or regulation, or impose a contract, zoning, permitting, or licensing requirement, or any other condition, that would require any person to accept any provision that is a subject of collective bargaining under state labor laws or the federal National Labor Relations Act. Project labor agreements Under current law, the state and local units of government are prohibited from engaging in certain practices in letting bids for state procurement or public works contracts. Among these prohibitions, the state and local governments may not do any of the following in specifications for bids for the contracts: 1) require that a bidder enter into an agreement with a labor organization; 2) consider, when awarding a contract, whether a bidder has or has not entered into an agreement with a labor organization; or 3) require that a bidder enter into an agreement that requires that the bidder or bidder[s employees become or remain members of a labor LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 organization or pay any dues or fees to a labor organization. The bill eliminates these limitations related to labor organizations. Exception to local law enforcement officer citizenship requirement Under current law, no person may be appointed as a deputy sheriff of any county or police officer of any city, village, or town unless that person is a citizen of the United States. The bill allows the sheriff of a county or the appointing authority of a local law enforcement agency to elect to authorize the appointment of noncitizens who are in receipt of valid employment authorization from the federal Department of Homeland Security as deputy sheriffs or police officers. The bill also prevents the Law Enforcement Standards Board from preventing such a noncitizen from participating in a law enforcement preparatory training program. Register of deeds recording fees; land information program The bill increases the general recording and filing fees charged by county registers of deeds, increases the amount of the fees that counties must submit to DOA for the land information program, and increases the minimum grant amount DOA may award to counties for education and training grants under the program. Under current law, DOA directs and supervises the land information program and serves as a state clearinghouse for access to land information. Under the land information program, DOA provides technical assistance to state agencies and local governmental units with land information responsibilities, reviews and approves county plans for land records modernization, and provides aids to counties, derived from recording fee revenues collected by counties, for land records modernization projects. Under current law, counties collect fees for recording or filing instruments that are recorded or filed with a register of deeds. Currently, the general fee for recording or filing an instrument is $30. Currently, a county must submit $15 of each $30 recording fee to DOA for the land information program, but the county may retain $8 of the amount it would have been required to submit to DOA if the county meets certain requirements, including establishing a land information office and council and using the retained fees to develop, implement, and maintain a DOA-approved countywide plan for land records modernization on the Internet. The bill increases from $30 to $45 the general recording and filing fee. The bill also increases from $15 to $30 the amount of each fee that a county must submit to DOA and increases from $8 to $15 the amount the county may retain if the current law requirements are met. Under current law, DOA awards land information system base budget grants to counties to enable county land information offices to develop, maintain, and operate basic land information systems. Currently, the minimum amount of a grant is $100,000 less the amount of certain fees retained by the county in the preceding fiscal year. The bill increases that base amount to $140,000 less the retained fees. Under current law, DOA may award a grant under the land information LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 program to any county in an amount not less than $1,000 per year to be used for the training and education of county employees for the design, development, and implementation of a land information system. The bill increases from $1,000 to $5,0000 the minimum training and education grant amount. Municipal records filings and filing requirements for certain annexations The bill transfers the duty of filing certain municipal records from the secretary of state to the secretary of administration and transfers certain records held by the secretary of state to instead be held by DOA. transferred some, but not all, municipal records filing duties from the secretary of state to DOA. The bill completes the transfer of these duties from the secretary of state to DOA for all municipal filing categories. The bill also replaces the term XplatY with the term Xscale mapY in certain filing statutes to conform with existing statutory requirements for certain filings, including petitions for incorporation and for annexation. The bill reduces the number of copies that must be provided to DOA in certain circumstances from multiple copies to just one copy. The bill also requires that certain boundary agreements between municipalities be filed and recorded with the register of deeds if an enacting ordinance is not anticipated to be enacted within 30 days. Local advisory referenda Under current law, a county may not conduct a countywide advisory referendum unless it regards a political subdivision revenue sharing agreement or capital expenditures proposed to be funded by the county property tax levy. In addition, current law prohibits a municipality from conducting an advisory referendum unless it regards tax incremental financing, a local government telecommunications utility, or capital expenditures proposed to be funded by the municipality[s property tax levy. The bill eliminates these restrictions and specifically authorizes a county to conduct referenda for advisory purposes. Provision and funding of emergency medical services by towns The bill authorizes a town to contract for or maintain emergency medical services for the town. The bill also authorizes a town to do any of the following for the purpose of funding these emergency medical services: 1. Appropriate money. 2. Charge property owners a fee for the cost of emergency medical services provided to their property according to a written schedule established by the town board. 3. Levy taxes on the entire town. 4. Levy taxes on property served by a particular source of emergency medical services, to support the source of emergency medical services. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2015 Wisconsin Act 55 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Levy limits under current law Generally, under current law, local levy increase limits are applied to the property tax levies that are imposed by a political subdivision in December of each year. Current law prohibits any political subdivision from increasing its levy by a percentage that exceeds its valuation factor. XValuation factorY is defined as the greater of either 0 percent or, in general, the percentage change in the political subdivision[s equalized value due to new construction, less improvements removed. Current law contains a number of exceptions to the local levy limits, such as amounts a county levies for a countywide emergency medical system, for a county children with disabilities education board, and for certain bridge and culvert construction and repair. In addition, a political subdivision may exceed the levy increase limit that is otherwise applicable if its governing body adopts a resolution to do so and if that resolution is approved by the electors in a referendum. Levy limit reduction for service transfers Under current law, if a political subdivision transfers to another governmental unit the responsibility to provide a service that it provided in the previous year, the levy increase limit otherwise applicable in the current year is decreased to reflect the cost that the political subdivision would have incurred to provide that service. The bill eliminates that provision. Joint emergency services levy limit exception modification Among the current law exceptions to local levy limits is an exception for the amount that a municipality levies to pay for charges assessed by a joint fire department or joint emergency medical services district organized by any combination of two or more municipalities. This exception applies only to the extent that the amount levied to pay for such charges would cause the municipality to exceed the otherwise applicable levy limit and only if the charges assessed by the joint fire department or joint emergency medical services district increase in the current year by an amount not greater than the rate of inflation over the preceding year, plus 2 percent, and if the municipality[s governing body adopts a resolution in favor of exceeding the otherwise applicable levy limit. Under the bill, the exception is expanded to include joint fire services or joint emergency medical services provided by a combination of two or more municipalities through a joint district, joint ownership, joint purchase of services from a nonprofit corporation, or joint contracting with a public or private services provider. The exception is also expanded to cover all fees charged to a municipality by the joint fire services or joint emergency medical services. Levy limit exclusion for cross-municipality transit routes Under the bill, amounts levied by a political subdivision for costs related to new or enhanced transit services that cross adjacent county or municipal borders do not apply to the local levy limits if the political subdivisions between which the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all LEVY LIMITS 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 routes operate have entered into an agreement to provide for the services and if the agreement is approved in a referendum. Levy limit exception for regional planning commission contributions The bill creates a local levy increase limit exception for the amount a political subdivision levies to pay for the political subdivision[s share of the budget of a regional planning commission (RPC). An RPC[s budget is determined annually by the RPC. The RPC then charges all political subdivisions within its jurisdiction a proportional amount to fund the budget based on the equalized value of property in the political subdivision and the total amount of equalized value of property within the RPC[s jurisdiction. TAX INCREMENTAL FINANCING Tax incremental financing under current law Under current law, cities and villages may use tax incremental financing (TIF) to encourage development in the city or village. In general, under TIF, a city or village pays for improvements in a tax incremental district (TID) and then collects tax moneys attributable to all taxing jurisdictions on the increased property value in the TID for a certain period of time to pay for the improvements. Ideally, after the period of time, the city or village will have been repaid for its initial investment, and the property tax base in the TID will have permanently increased in value. In general and in brief, a city or village makes use of TIF using the following procedure: 1. The city or village designates an area as a TID and creates a project plan laying out the expenditures that the city or village will make within the TID. 2. DOR establishes the Xbase valueY of the TID. This value is the equalized value of all taxable property within the TID at the time of its creation. 3. Each year thereafter, the Xvalue incrementY of the property within the TID is determined by subtracting the base value from the current value of property within the TID. The portion of taxes collected on any positive value increment is collected by the city or village for use solely for the project costs of the TID. The taxes collected by the city or village on positive value increments include taxes that would have been collected by other taxing jurisdictions, such as counties or school districts, were the TID not created. 4. Tax increments are collected until the city or village has recovered all of its project costs or until the TID reaches its statutory termination date. Workforce housing initiatives The bill authorizes workforce housing initiatives and makes changes that affect TIDs and state housing grants. The bill creates a definition for Xworkforce housing,Y changes the definition of a Xmixed-use developmentY TID, requires a TID[s project plan to contain alternative economic projections, and changes the method of imposing certain impact fees. Under the bill, a political subdivision may put into effect a workforce housing LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 initiative by taking one of several specified actions and posting on its website an explanation of the initiative. Workforce housing initiatives include the following: reducing permit processing times or impact fees for workforce housing; increasing zoning density for a workforce housing development; rehabilitating existing uninhabitable housing stock into habitable workforce housing; or implementing any other initiative to address workforce housing needs. Once an initiative takes effect, it remains in effect for five years. After June 30, 2026, if a political subdivision has in effect at least three initiatives at the same time, DOA must give priority to housing grant applications from, or related to a project in, the political subdivision. The bill defines Xworkforce housingY to mean both of the following, subject to the five-year average median costs as determined by the U.S. Bureau of the Census: 1. Housing that costs a household no more than 30 percent of the household[s gross median income. 2. Housing that is comprised of residential units for initial occupancy by individuals whose household median income is no more than 120 percent of the county[s gross median income. Under current law, a mixed-use development TID contains a combination of industrial, commercial, or residential uses, although newly platted residential areas may not exceed more than 35 percent of the real property within the TID. Under the bill, newly platted residential areas may not exceed either the 35 percent limit or 60 percent of the real property within the TID if the newly platted residential use that exceeds 35 percent is used solely for workforce housing. The bill also requires a TID[s project plan to include alternative projections of the TID[s finances and feasibility under different economic situations, including a slower pace of development and lower rate of property value growth than expected in the TID. Currently, a city or village may extend the life of a TID for up to one year for housing stock improvement if all of the following occurs: 1. The city or village pays off all of the TID[s project costs. 2. The city or village adopts a resolution stating that it intends to extend the life of the TID, the number of months it intends to do so, and how it intends to improve housing stock. 3. The city or village notifies DOR. Current law requires the city or village to use 75 percent of the tax increments received during the period specified in the resolution to benefit affordable housing in the city or village and 25 percent to improve the city[s or village[s housing stock. Under the bill, a city or village may extend the life of a TID to improve its housing stock or to increase the number of affordable and workforce housing improvements, with at least 50 percent of the funds supporting units for families with incomes of up to 60 percent of the county[s median income. Also under the bill, this extension may be for up to three years. However, for any extension of more than one year, the other taxing jurisdictions must approve of the extension. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Under current law, if a city, village, or town imposes an impact fee on a developer to pay for certain capital costs to accommodate land development, the city, village, or town may provide in the ordinance an exemption from, or a reduction in the amount of, impact fees on land development that provides low-cost housing. Under the bill, the impact fee exemption or reduction provisions also apply to workforce housing. Current law prevents the shifting of an exemption from or reduction in impact fees to any other development in the land development in which the low-cost housing is located. The bill applies this provision to workforce housing as well. Reclassification of TID to mixed-use TID When a TID is created, the city or village must designate the TID as one of several sorts of TID: blighted area, rehabilitation or conservation, industrial, or mixed-use. The application of certain rules vary depending on the classification of the TID. For example, blighted area TIDs have a longer potential lifespan than industrial or mixed-use TIDs. Under the bill, a city or village may change the classification of a TID to a mixed-use TID after the creation of the TID. The TID would retain the lifespan and tax collection features of the original classification but would gain the features of a mixed-use TID. The principal difference between mixed-use TIDs and other TIDs is the ability within certain limits to spend tax increments on newly platted residential development. TIF 12 percent rule exception Under current law, when creating a new TID or amending a TID, a city or village must make a finding that the equalized value of taxable property of the new or amended TID plus the value increment of all existing TIDs in the city or village does not exceed 12 percent of the total equalized value of taxable property in the city or village. Under the bill, in lieu of making the 12 percent finding, a city or village may certify to DOR that 1) TIDs with sufficient value increments will close within one year after certification so that the city or village will no longer exceed the 12 percent limit and 2) the city or village will not take any actions that would extend the life of any TID under item 1. MARIJUANA LEGALIZATION AND REGULATION Under the bill, a person who is at least 21 years old may legally possess marijuana. A person who is at least 18 may possess marijuana if the person has certain medical conditions. Under the bill, a person may produce, process, or sell marijuana if the person has a permit. The bill creates an excise tax for the privilege of producing, processing, distributing, or selling marijuana in this state. All of the revenue collected from the tax is deposited into the general fund. Under the bill, a person who may possess medical marijuana is not subject to sales or excise taxes on the purchase or use of the marijuana. The bill also regulates delta-8 THC and delta-10 THC as marijuana. The bill does not affect federal law, which generally prohibits persons from manufacturing, delivering, or possessing marijuana and applies to both intrastate and interstate violations. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Legalizing the possession of marijuana Current law prohibits a person from manufacturing, distributing, or delivering marijuana; possessing marijuana with the intent to manufacture, distribute, or deliver it; possessing or attempting to possess marijuana; using drug paraphernalia; or possessing drug paraphernalia with the intent to produce, distribute, or use a controlled substance. The bill changes state law to allow a Wisconsin resident who is at least 21 to possess no more than two ounces of marijuana and to allow a nonresident of Wisconsin who is at least 21 to possess no more than one-quarter ounce of marijuana. The bill also allows a qualifying patient to possess marijuana for medical purposes. Under the bill, generally, a qualifying patient is an individual who has been diagnosed by a physician as having or undergoing a debilitating medical condition or treatment and who is at least 18 years old. The bill also eliminates the prohibition on possessing or using drug paraphernalia that relates to marijuana consumption. Under the bill, a person who possesses more marijuana than the maximum amount the person is allowed is subject to a penalty, which varies depending on the amount of overage. A person who exceeds the amount by not more than one ounce is subject to a civil forfeiture not to exceed $1,000. A person who exceeds the maximum amount by more than one ounce is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine of not more than $1,000 or imprisonment not to exceed 90 days or both. The person is guilty of a Class I felony if the person also takes action to hide the amount of marijuana they have and has in place a security system to alert them to the presence of law enforcement or a method to intimidate, or a system that could injure or kill, a person approaching the area containing the marijuana. Regulating the production, processing, and selling marijuana Under the bill, no person may sell, distribute, or transfer marijuana unless the person has a permit from DOR. A person that violates this prohibition is guilty of a Class I felony if the intended recipient is an adult and is guilty of a Class H felony if the intended recipient is a minor and the person is at least three years older than the minor. The bill requires a person to obtain separate permits from DOR to produce, process, distribute, or sell marijuana, and requires marijuana producers and processors to obtain additional permits from DATCP. The requirements for obtaining these permits differ based on whether the permit is issued by DOR or DATCP but, in general, a person may not obtain such a permit if they are not a state resident, are under the age of 21, or have been convicted of certain crimes or committed certain offenses. In addition, a person may not operate under a DOR or DATCP permit within 500 feet of a school, playground, recreation facility, child care facility, public park, public transit facility, or library. A person that holds a permit from DOR must also comply with certain operational requirements. Under the bill, a permit applicant with 20 or more employees may not receive a permit from DATCP or DOR unless the the applicant certifies that the applicant has entered into a labor peace agreement with a labor organization. The labor LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 peace agreement must prohibit the labor organization and its members from engaging in any economic interference with persons doing business in this state, must prohibit the applicant from disrupting the efforts of the labor organization to communicate with and to organize and represent the applicant[s employees, and must provide the labor organization access to areas in which the employees work to discuss employment rights and the terms and conditions of employment. Current law prohibits the state and any local unit of government from requiring a labor peace agreement as a condition for any regulatory approval. The permit requirements under the bill are not subject to that prohibition. The bill also requires DATCP and DOR to use a competitive scoring system to determine which applicants are eligible to receive permits. Each department must issue permits to the highest scoring applicants that it determines will best protect the environment; provide stable, family-supporting jobs to local residents; ensure worker and consumer safety; operate secure facilities; and uphold the laws of the jurisdictions in which they operate. Each department may deny a permit to an applicant with a low score. The bill prohibits a DOR permittee from selling, distributing, or transferring marijuana to a person who is under the age of 21 (a minor) and from allowing a minor to be on premises for which a permit is issued. If a permittee violates one of those prohibitions, the permittee may be subject to a civil forfeiture of not more than $500 and the permit may be suspended for up to 30 days. Under the bill, a minor who does any of the following is subject to a forfeiture of not less than $250 nor more than $500: procures or attempts to procure marijuana from a permittee; falsely represents their age to receive marijuana from a permittee; knowingly possesses marijuana; or knowingly enters any premises for which a permit has been issued without being accompanied by their parent, guardian, or spouse who is at least 21 years of age or at least 18 years of age if a qualifying patient. Under the bill, an individual may cultivate as many as six marijuana plants. Only a person that has a permit from DATCP may produce or process more marijuana plants. A person without a permit who possesses more than six but not more than 12 marijuana plants that have reached the flowering stage is subject to a civil forfeiture not to exceed twice the permitting fee, which is $250 under the bill. If the person possesses more than 12 plants that have reached the flowering stage, the person is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine not to exceed $1,000 or imprisonment not to exceed 90 days or both. The person is guilty of a Class I felony if the person also takes action to hide the number of plants they have and the person also has in place a security system to alert him or her to the presence of law enforcement or a method to intimidate, or a system that could injure or kill, a person approaching the area containing the plants. The bill requires DOR to create and maintain a medical marijuana registry program whereby a person who is a qualifying patient may obtain a registry identification card and purchase marijuana from a retail establishment without LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 having to pay the sales or excise taxes imposed on that sale. A Xqualifying patientY is a person who is at least 18 and has been diagnosed by a physician as having a debilitating medical condition such as cancer, glaucoma, AIDS, or another specified condition or is undergoing a debilitating medical treatment. Previous convictions relating to marijuana The bill creates a process to review convictions for acts that have been decriminalized under the bill. If the person is currently serving a sentence or on probation for such a conviction, the person may petition a court to dismiss the conviction and expunge the record. If the person has completed a sentence or period of probation for such a conviction, the person may petition a court to expunge the record or, if applicable, redesignate it to a lower crime. Any conviction that is expunged under the bill is not considered a conviction for any purpose under state or federal law. Registration for THC testing labs The bill requires DATCP to register entities as tetrahydrocannabinols (THC)- testing laboratories. The laboratories must test marijuana for contaminants; research findings on the use of medical marijuana; and provide training on safe and efficient cultivation, harvesting, packaging, labeling, and distribution of marijuana, security and inventory accountability, and research on medical marijuana. Discrimination based on marijuana use Under the fair employment law, no employer or other person may engage in any act of employment discrimination against any individual on the basis of the individual[s use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer[s premises during nonworking hours, subject to certain exceptions, one of which is if the use impairs the individual[s ability to undertake adequately the job-related responsibilities of that individual[s employment. The bill specifically defines marijuana as a lawful product for purposes of the fair employment law, such that no person may engage in any act of employment discrimination against an individual because of the individual[s use of marijuana off the employer[s premises during nonworking hours, subject to those exceptions. Under current law, an individual may be disqualified from receiving unemployment insurance benefits if they are terminated because of misconduct or substantial fault. The bill specifically provides that an employee[s use of marijuana off the employer[s premises during nonworking hours does not constitute misconduct or substantial fault unless termination for that use is permitted under one of the exceptions under the fair employment law. Unless federal law requires otherwise, the bill prohibits a hospital, physician, organ procurement organization, or other person from determining the ultimate recipient of an anatomical gift on the sole basis of a positive test for the use of marijuana by a potential recipient. Drug screening and testing The bill exempts THC, including marijuana, from drug testing for certain LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 public assistance programs. Currently, a participant in a community service job or transitional placement under the Wisconsin Works program (W2) or a recipient of the FoodShare program, also known as the food stamp program, who is convicted of possession, use, or distribution of a controlled substance must submit to a test for controlled substances as a condition of continued eligibility. DHS is currently required to request a waiver of federal Medicaid law to require drug screening and testing as a condition of eligibility for the childless adult demonstration project in the Medical Assistance program. Current law also requires DHS to promulgate rules to develop and implement a drug screening, testing, and treatment policy for able-bodied adults without dependents in the FoodShare employment and training program. The bill exempts THC from all of those drug-testing requirements and programs. In addition, because THC is not a controlled substance under state law under the bill, the requirement under current law that DCF promulgate rules to create a controlled substance abuse screening and testing requirement for applicants for the work experience program for noncustodial parents under W2 and the Transform Milwaukee Jobs and Transitional Jobs programs does not include THC. Under current law, DWD must establish a program to test claimants who apply for unemployment insurance (UI) benefits for the presence of controlled substances, as defined under federal law. If a claimant tests positive for a controlled substance, the claimant may be denied UI benefits, subject to certain exceptions and limitations. The bill excludes THC for purposes of this testing requirement. As such, under the bill, an individual who tests positive for THC may not be denied UI benefits. MILITARY AFFAIRS Tuition grant program for national guard members The bill makes changes to DMA[s tuition grant program relating to the grant amount awarded to national guard members for higher education as well as the name of the grants. Under current law, DMA awards tuition grants to eligible national guard members enrolled in qualifying schools, which include public and private institutions of higher education. The amount of the tuition grant payment is equal to 100 percent of the actual tuition charged by the guard member[s school or 100 percent of the maximum resident undergraduate tuition charged by the UW- Madison for a comparable number of credits, whichever amount is less. The bill specifies that, in calculating the amount of tuition charged by a qualifying school, the amount includes tuition and segregated fees if the school is a UW System institution and includes program fees and incidental fees if the school is a technical college. The bill also renames grants awarded under the program as Xeducational grantsY rather than Xtuition grants.Y The bill further specifies that, subject to exceptions, if an eligible guard member receives an educational grant, no other award of financial aid to the guard member may be reduced because of the educational grant. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Incumbent local exchange carrier grants Under current law, DMA operates a grant program to reimburse incumbent local exchange carriers operating as originating service providers for costs associated with Next Generation 911. Currently, no moneys may be encumbered from the appropriation that funds the grant program after June 30, 2027. The bill removes the June 30, 2027, end date for encumbering funds under the grant program. Costs eligible for disaster assistance payment grants Under current law, DMA may make payments from state disaster assistance appropriation accounts to eligible local governmental units for costs that are a direct result of certain disasters, including eligible costs of debris removal; certain emergency protective measures for the protection of life, public health, and property; and certain damage to roads and bridges. The bill directs that the costs eligible for such payments include certain categories of work designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency[s public assistance program, including the program[s Category D, regarding water control facilities; Category E, regarding public buildings and contents; Category F, regarding public utilities; and Category G, regarding parks, recreation, and other facilities. Under current law, DMA may also make payments from a state disaster assistance appropriation account to local governmental units for the damages and costs incurred as the result of a disaster if 1) the disaster is not eligible for other funding related to a presidentially declared Xmajor disaster,Y or 2) DMA determines the disaster does not meet a certain per capita impact indicator. Additionally, the local governmental unit receiving the payment must pay for 30 percent of the amount of damages and costs resulting from the disaster. The bill requires DMA to provide a $68,100 payment in fiscal year 2025]26 from the same state disaster assistance appropriation account to the Town of Westport, exempts the payment from the program[s eligibility requirement, and exempts the town from the 30 percent payment requirement. NATURAL RESOURCES FISH, GAME, AND WILDLIFE Hunting, fishing, and trapping fees Under current law, DNR issues hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses, permits, and other approvals and charges a fee to issue most approvals. The bill increases hunting, fishing, and trapping approval fees. The following table includes a sample of these fee increases (XNRY indicates nonresident): Hunting approvals Small game NR Small game Deer LRB-2186/1 ALL:all Increase New fee Current fee $20.00 $35.25 $15.25 $20.00 $107.25 $87.25 $20.00 $41.25 $21.25 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 NR Deer $197.25 Elk NR Elk $248.25 Class A bear NR Class A bear $248.25 Archer deer NR Archer deer $197.25 Crossbow deer NR Crossbow deer $197.25 Wild turkey NR Wild turkey Fishing approvals Annual fishing NR Annual Fishing One-day fishing NR One-day fishing Combination approvals Sports NR Sports $292.25 Conservation patron $160.25 NR Conservation patron $615.25 Wolf harvesting NR Wolf harvesting $250.25 Trapping and taxidermist approvals Trapping NR Trapping $149.25 Taxidermist NR Taxidermist $100.00 Commercial fishing and fish dealer approvals LRB-2186/1 ALL:all $20.00 $217.25 $20.00 $66.25 $46.25 $20.00 $268.25 $40.00 $86.25 $46.25 $40.00 $288.25 $20.00 $41.25 $21.25 $20.00 $217.25 $20.00 $41.25 $21.25 $20.00 $217.25 $10.00 $22.25 $12.25 $10.00 $72.25 $62.25 $10.00 $29.25 $19.25 $10.00 $64.25 $54.25 $10.00 $17.25 $7.25 $10.00 $24.25 $14.25 $20.00 $77.25 $57.25 $40.00 $332.25 $40.00 $200.25 $40.00 $655.25 $40.00 $88.25 $48.25 $40.00 $290.25 $20.00 $39.25 $19.25 $20.00 $169.25 $20.00 $70.00 $50.00 $20.00 $120.00 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Commercial fishing outlying waters Rough fish harvest Shovelnose sturgeon permit Wholesale fish dealer Stamps, tags, and specialty approvals Turkey Pheasant Waterfowl Inland trout Great Lakes salmon/trout Wild rice and ginseng approvals Wild rice harvest Wild ginseng harvest NR Wild ginseng harvest Deer carcass disposal sites The bill requires DNR to provide financial assistance to local governments, individuals, businesses, and nonprofit conservation organizations to purchase large metal containers for the disposal of deer carcasses. Fish, wildlife, and parks program operations The bill creates an appropriation, from moneys in the conservation fund that DNR receives from forestry activities, for the operation of fish, wildlife, and parks programs. Endangered resources funding match Under current law, DNR administers the endangered resources program, which includes improving habitats for endangered or threatened species, conducting the natural heritage inventory, conducting wildlife research and surveys, providing wildlife management services, and providing for wildlife damage control. Current law appropriates from the general fund to DNR an amount equal to the amount of gifts, grants, and bequests received for the program and any additional payments designated for the program by an individual filing an income tax return, not to exceed $500,000 in a fiscal year. The bill increases the limit to $950,000. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all $20.00 $919.25 $899.25 $10.00 $35.00 $25.00 $10.00 $60.00 $50.00 $10.00 $110.00 $100.00 $7.75 $12.75 $5.00 $6.00 $15.75 $9.75 $2.00 $13.75 $11.75 $6.00 $15.75 $9.75 $7.00 $16.75 $9.75 $10.00 $17.50 $7.50 $10.00 $25.00 $15.00 $10.00 $40.00 $30.00 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 FORESTRY Managed forest land fees Under current law, DNR administers the managed forest land (MFL) program, under which the owner of a parcel of land designated as MFL makes an annual acreage share payment in lieu of property taxes. In exchange, the owner must comply with certain forestry practices and, subject to exceptions, must open the land to the public for recreational activities. Certain actions relating to a parcel designated as MFL must be recorded by the appropriate register of deeds and DNR must pay any required fee for the recording. Under current law, MFL may be transferred from one owner to another with payment of a $100 fee, which is deposited in the conservation fund. Of that amount, $20 is credited to a DNR appropriation for the payment of register of deed fees. Land may also be withdrawn from the MFL program with payment of a $300 fee. Under the bill, $100 transfer fees and $300 withdrawal fees are deposited in the conservation fund and credited to the DNR appropriation for the payment of fees to the registers of deeds. Wildfire suppression reimbursement Under current law, DNR administers the fire suppression aids program, which provides grants to counties, cities, villages, towns, and fire suppression organizations to assist with the cost of training and supplies for fire suppression. The bill appropriates to DNR, from the conservation fund, a sum sufficient to reimburse local fire departments under the program. Forestry-industry-wide strategic plan The bill requires DNR to develop a forestry-industry-wide strategic plan and road map and to submit a final report on this plan to the Council on Forestry no later than September 16, 2026. Transfer from forestry account to transportation fund The bill transfers $25,000,000 from the forestry account of the conservation fund to the transportation fund. Transfer to forestry account The bill modifies the amount of GPR to be transferred to the conservation fund for forestry purposes. Under current law, an amount equal to 0.1697 mills for each dollar of equalized property value in the state is transferred. The bill modifies the amount of the transfer to 0.1406 mills for each dollar of equalized property value in the state. Current law requires funds transferred in this manner to be used for acquiring, preserving, and developing the forests of the state and for various other purposes related to forestry. NAVIGABLE WATERS Great Lakes and Mississippi River erosion control revolving loan programs The bill requires DNR to administer revolving loan programs to assist municipalities and owners of homes located on the shore of Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, or the Mississippi River where the structural integrity of municipal LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 buildings or homes is threatened by erosion of the shoreline. Under the bill, moneys for the programs are provided from the environmental fund, the segregated fund used to finance environmental management programs administered by DNR and pollution abatement programs administered by DNR and DATCP. The bill requires DNR to promulgate rules to administer the programs, including eligibility requirements and income limitations, and authorizes DNR to promulgate emergency rules for the period before permanent rules take effect. Bonding for dam safety projects Under current law, the state may contract up to $39,500,000 in public debt to provide financial assistance to counties, cities, villages, towns, and public inland lake protection and rehabilitation districts for dam safety projects. The bill increases the bonding authority for these projects by $15,000,000. Outdoor skills training program The bill changes which appropriation from the conservation fund pays for an outdoor skills training program. Under current law, the UW System must enter into an agreement with an established national organization that provides training to persons who are interested in learning about the outdoor skills needed by women to hunt, fish, camp, canoe, and undertake other outdoor recreational activities in order to provide that type of training to interested persons. Free admission to state parks for fourth graders Under current law, no person may operate a vehicle in any state park or in certain other recreational areas on state land unless the vehicle displays a vehicle admission receipt. The bill requires DNR to waive the fee for an annual vehicle admission receipt issued to the parent or guardian of a pupil receiving a fourth grade level of instruction. A parent or guardian of a qualifying pupil may apply to DNR for the waiver by submitting required certifications. A parent or guardian may receive the waiver only once in his or her lifetime and DNR may issue a waiver only once for a household. State park admission and camping fee waivers for tribal members The bill requires DNR to waive the fee for an annual vehicle admission receipt issued to a member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band located in this state. Under current law generally, no person may operate a vehicle in any state park or in certain other recreational areas on state land unless the vehicle displays a vehicle admission receipt. The bill also requires DNR to waive the camping fee for a member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band located in this state. Under current law generally, no person may camp in a state campground unless the applicable camping fee is paid. Interpretive programs in state forests Current law provides that all moneys received from fees charged for admission to educational and interpretive programs in state parks are appropriated for the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all RECREATION 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 costs associated with those programs. The bill adds moneys received from fees charged for admission to those programs in state forests to this appropriation, to be used for the costs associated with those programs. Kenosha Dunes restoration funding The bill appropriates moneys from the general fund to DNR for erosion control projects in the Kenosha Dunes unit of the Chiwaukee Prairie state natural area in Kenosha County. Credit card fee recovery The bill provides that DNR may collect a credit card handling fee to cover credit card transaction costs incurred in collecting fees for vehicle admission receipt and camping fees that are paid for by using a credit card. The bill requires DNR to promulgate rules establishing the amount of the fee, which may not be more than the amount necessary to cover the costs of using a credit card for fee payment. GENERAL NATURAL RESOURCES Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship 2000 Program The bill reauthorizes the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship 2000 Program (stewardship program) until 2036 and makes various changes to the program. Current law authorizes the state to incur public debt for certain conservation activities under the stewardship program, which is administered by DNR. The state may incur this debt to acquire land for the state for conservation purposes and for property development activities and may award grants or state aid to certain local governmental units and nonprofit conservation organizations (NCOs) to acquire land for these purposes. Current law establishes the amounts that DNR may obligate in each fiscal year through fiscal year 2025]26 for expenditure under each of five subprograms of the stewardship program. The bill increases the total amount that may be obligated for the stewardship program from $33,250,000 each fiscal year to $83,000,000 each fiscal year beginning with fiscal year 2026]27 and ending with fiscal year 2035]36. Moneys obligated under the stewardship program are appropriated from the capital improvement fund (CIF) and stewardship bond proceeds are deposited into CIF. Current law provides that, in obligating moneys under the subprogram for land acquisition, DNR must set aside certain amounts to be obligated only for DNR to acquire land and to provide grants to counties for land acquisition (county forest grants). Specifically, the set-aside for DNR land acquisition each fiscal year is $1,000,000 plus the amount transferred to CIF under an appropriation that transfers from moneys received for forestry activities (the forestry account) to CIF $5,000,000 in each fiscal year. The set-aside for county forest grants is equal to the amount transferred to CIF under an appropriation that transfers from the forestry account to CIF $3,000,000 in each fiscal year. The bill ends these annual transfers from the forestry account to CIF beginning in fiscal year 2026]27 and replaces the corresponding set-aside requirements under the land acquisition subprogram with appropriations that directly fund those purposes from the conservation fund, not the stewardship program. Specifically, the bill appropriates $6,000,000 each fiscal LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 year from the conservation fund for DNR land acquisitions and $3,000,000 each fiscal year from the forestry account for county forest grants. The $6,000,000 that the bill appropriates directly each fiscal year for DNR land acquisitions is $1,000,000 more than the amount currently transferred to CIF and set aside for this purpose, and in addition the bill continues to provide a $1,000,000 set-aside for this purpose under the land acquisition subprogram of the stewardship program. The bill provides that any amount in CIF remaining from the amounts transferred from the forestry account in fiscal years 2022]23, 2023]24, 2024]25, and 2025]26 is transferred back to the forestry account in fiscal year 2026]27. The bill eliminates a current law provision that states that, of the amount set aside under the land acquisition subprogram for DNR to acquire land, DNR may not use more than one-third to acquire land in fee simple. In addition, the bill eliminates a provision requiring DNR to use at least two appraisals to determine the current fair market value of land that is the subject of a stewardship funding for an NCO or governmental unit if DNR estimates the fair market value of the land to exceed $350,000. The bill increases from $7,000,000 to $14,000,000 the amount under the land acquisition subprogram that must be set aside for grants to nonprofit conservation organizations each fiscal year. The bill renames the property development and local assistance subprogram to be the Xstate property development and local parks and recreation subprogram,Y and increases from $14,250,000 to $51,500,000 the amount in each fiscal year that may be obligated under the subprogram. Of that amount, the bill increases from $5,000,000 to $15,450,000 the amount that DNR must obligate for property development each fiscal year and increases from $9,250,000 to $36,050,000 the amount that DNR must obligate for local assistance each fiscal year. The bill increases from $500,000 to $2,500,000 the amount that DNR is required to set aside each fiscal year, from the amounts obligated for property development, for grants to friends groups and NCOs for property development activities on DNR properties. The bill also increases from $20,000 to $50,000 the maximum amount that DNR may encumber per DNR property for these grants in each fiscal year. The bill creates a motorized recreation grant program funded from stewardship moneys, under which DNR may award a grant to a county, city, village, town, or recreational vehicle club either to acquire land for the purpose of establishing an all-terrain vehicle trail, off-highway motorcycle trail, or snowmobile trail (treated as obligated from the land acquisition subprogram) or to construct a trail crossing for an all-terrain vehicle trail, off-highway motorcycle trail, or snowmobile trail as part of an interchange project (treated as obligated from the state property development and local parks and recreation subprogram). The bill requires DNR to allocate $5,000,000 in each fiscal year for these grants. The bill renames the recreational boating aids subprogram to be the Xlocal recreation boat facilities subprogramY and increases from $3,000,000 to $9,000,000 the amount in each fiscal year that DNR may obligate under the subprogram. The bill eliminates DNR[s authority under current law to use funds, whether stewardship or other funds, for recreational boating project feasibility studies. The LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 bill changes one of the factors that DNR must consider in establishing priorities for projects from Xprojects underwayY to Xprojects in a state of readiness.Y The bill creates two new programs and funds them with appropriations from the general fund. Specifically, the bill creates a grant program for nonprofit conservation organizations to support wildlife and habitat management, and a tribal co-management program under which DNR must coordinate with the federally recognized American Indian tribes or bands domiciled in this state in the management of education infrastructure, land management activities, and other activities on DNR land. Nonprofit conservation organization grants Under current law, DNR is authorized to provide grants to nonprofit conservation organizations for a variety of conservation purposes, including acquisition of property, encouraging land management activities that enhance the state[s natural resources, and providing technical assistance. The bill creates an appropriation to DNR from the general fund for the purpose of providing grants to nonprofit conservation organizations and requires DNR to award grants in the 2025]26 fiscal year to the following organizations: 1) Gathering Waters, 2) the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin, 3) River Alliance of Wisconsin, and 4) Wisconsin Lakes. Building demolition The bill creates a continuing appropriation from the general fund to DNR for the demolition of buildings on DNR-owned property. Wild rice stewardship The bill appropriates to DNR from the general fund moneys for wild rice stewardship efforts within the waters of areas where American Indian tribes or bands hold treaty-based rights to harvest wild rice. The bill provides that not less than $50,000 of the amounts appropriated for each fiscal year must be allocated for public education and outreach pertaining to wild rice harvesting. Off-highway motorcycle sales tax collection Under current law, 1 percent of sales and use taxes on all-terrain vehicles, utility terrain vehicles, boats, and snowmobiles are deposited in the segregated conservation fund. The bill provides that 1 percent of sales and use taxes on off- highway motorcycles are deposited in the conservation fund and credited to the DNR appropriation for off-highway motorcycle administration. Funding from Indian gaming receipts Current law and Indian gaming compacts require DOA to transfer portions of Indian gaming receipts to certain DNR appropriations annually. At the end of each fiscal year, unobligated funds from programs that receive tribal gaming revenues revert to the appropriation account to which Indian gaming receipts are credited. The bill eliminates the requirement to transfer these amounts to an appropriation that funds snowmobile law enforcement operations and safety training and fatality reporting and eliminates that appropriation. The bill also creates a new appropriation to DNR for providing grants to federally recognized LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 American Indian tribes or bands for maintenance and repair of fish hatcheries operated by the tribe or band. Under current law, DNR makes a payment to the Lac du Flambeau band of Lake Superior Chippewa based on the amount of fees collected by DNR for certain hunting and fishing approvals and the number of certain approvals issued within the the Lac du Flambeau reservation. DNR makes this payment from an appropriation that receives tribal gaming revenues. The bill provides that this appropriation is subject to the same reversion requirement as other gaming receipts transfers to DNR. PUBLIC UTILITIES Funding for broadband expansion grant program The bill appropriates GPR funding for the broadband expansion grant program administered by PSC. Focus on Energy funding The bill makes changes to the funding of statewide energy efficiency and renewable resources programs, known as Focus on Energy, that current law requires investor-owned electric and natural gas utilities to fund. Under the bill, PSC must require those utilities to spend 2.4 percent of their annual operating revenues derived from retail sales to fund Focus on Energy and related programs. Under current law, the amount those utilities must spend is 1.2 percent of their annual operating revenues from retail sales. Focus on Energy residential customer energy storage The bill includes residential energy storage system programs and programs for reducing energy demand in the Focus on Energy program. Energy innovation grant program The bill appropriates GPR for the energy innovation grant program (EIGP), which is administered by PSC[s Office of Energy Innovation and awards grants for projects related to energy efficiency and innovation. Currently, the EIGP is funded with federal money from the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Residential and commercial energy improvements The bill allows PSC to authorize a public utility to finance energy improvements at a specific dwelling for a residential or commercial customer. Under the bill, a public utility may recover the costs of such an energy improvement through a surcharge periodically placed on the customer[s account. The bill requires PSC to promulgate rules establishing requirements for this financing, which must include that the surcharge is assigned to a location, not to an individual customer; that energy improvements are eligible for financing only if they are estimated to save an amount that exceeds the surcharge; and that the financing offered may not increase a customer[s risk or debt. Deadline for a certificate of public convenience and necessity Current law generally prohibits a person from commencing construction of LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 certain large electric generating facilities or high-voltage transmission lines without obtaining a certificate of public convenience and necessity (CPCN) from PSC. After a person files a complete application for a CPCN, PSC must take final action on the application within 180 days, or else PSC is considered to have issued a CPCN to the applicant. However, current law also allows the PSC chairperson to extend that deadline for no more than an additional 180 days. If PSC fails to take final action within the extended deadline, PSC is considered to have issued the CPCN. The bill authorizes the PSC chairperson to make two such 180-day extensions instead of just one. Brownfield renewable energy generation grants Under the bill, PSC makes grants to developers and electric providers for redeveloping brownfields for renewable energy generation. The grants may be used only for remediating brownfields, developing renewable energy infrastructure on brownfields, and technical support. Nuclear energy feasibility study The bill requires PSC to conduct a nuclear power plant feasibility study and creates an appropriation to fund the study. Electric utility integrated resource plans The bill requires investor-owned and municipal electric utilities to file integrated resource plans with PSC. An integrated resource plan must describe the resources an electric utility could use to meet the service needs of its customers over the next 5-year, 10-year, and 15-year periods and must contain certain other information, including forecasts of electricity demand under various reasonable scenarios and plans and projected costs for meeting that electricity demand. PSC must establish requirements for the contents and filing of the plans, and PSC must approve, reject, or modify an electric utility[s integrated resource plan consistent with the public interest. The bill also requires PSC to review the integrated resource plans filed by electric utilities to inform its biennial strategic energy assessment. Under current law, the strategic energy assessment evaluates the adequacy and reliability of the state[s current and future energy supply. Securitization of retiring power plants Under current law, an energy utility is allowed to apply to PSC for an order allowing the utility to finance the costs of the following activities by issuing bonds: 1) the construction, installation, or otherwise putting into place of environmental control equipment in connection with a plant that, before March 30, 2004, has been used to provide service to customers and 2) the retiring of any existing plant, facility, or other property to reduce, control, or eliminate environmental pollution in accordance with federal or state law. Current law defines these activities as Xenvironmental control activities.Y If approved by PSC, the bonds, which are referred to as Xenvironmental trust bonds,Y are secured by revenues arising from charges paid by an energy utility[s customers for the utility to recover the cost of the activities, as well as the cost of financing the bonds. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill adds the retiring of any existing electric generating facility fueled by nonrenewable combustible energy resources as an environmental control activity, the costs of which may be financed by an environmental trust bond. Remove size limit on grants for lead service line replacement The bill allows water public utilities to make grants that cover the full cost of replacing lead-containing customer-side water service lines. Under current law, water public utilities may, after applying to and receiving approval from PSC, make grants and loans to property owners to assist replacement of customer-side water service lines containing lead. Current law prohibits PSC from approving a water public utility[s application to provide these grants unless grants are limited to no more than one-half of the total cost of replacing lead-containing customer-side water service lines. REAL ESTATE Real estate condition reports Under current law, with certain exceptions, an owner selling residential real property or vacant land must give a prospective buyer a form, known as a real estate condition report for residential real property and known as the vacant land disclosure report for vacant land (real estate condition report), on which the owner discloses certain conditions of, and other information about, the real property of which the owner is aware. Currently, as part of the real estate condition report, a seller must disclose whether the applicable real estate is located in a floodplain. The bill requires the real estate condition report to include a link to a DNR website for more information about flood insurance. Current law also requires a seller of residential real estate to indicate whether any insurance claims related to damage to the premises have been filed in the past five years. The bill adds the same provision to the vacant land disclosure report. Additionally, the bill adds to both real estate condition reports language that specifies that the disclosure related to insurance claims includes insurance claims for damage caused by a flood. Lastly, the bill adds to the real estate condition report a disclosure related to claims for financial support, other than insurance claims, for damage to the property caused by a flood. Under current law and the bill, the real estate condition report includes a provision under which the prospective buyer acknowledges that that technical knowledge such as that acquired by professional inspectors may be required to detect certain defects, including Xfloodplain status.Y Landlord notification requirements The bill provides that, if a landlord has actual knowledge that a rental property is located in a floodplain, the landlord must disclose that fact to a prospective tenant before entering into a lease or accepting any earnest money or security deposit from the prospective tenant. RETIREMENT AND GROUP INSURANCE Benefits for domestic partners The bill provides that domestic partners of public employees be treated LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 similarly to spouses of public employees for purposes of benefits received through ETF. These benefits include group health insurance coverage, beneficiary rights under the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), automatic beneficiary rights under the deferred compensation plan, and duty disability survivorship benefits. WRS annuitants returning to work Under current law, if a WRS annuitant, or a disability annuitant who has attained his or her normal retirement date, is appointed to a position with a WRS- participating employer or provides employee services to a WRS-participating employer in which he or she is expected to work at least two-thirds of what is considered full-time employment by ETF, the annuity must be suspended and no annuity payment is payable until after the participant again terminates covered employment. The bill removes the requirement that an annuitant who returns to work for a participating employer have his or her annuity suspended and become a participating employee and instead allows an annuitant who returns to work to either 1) elect to suspend his or her annuity and become a participating employee or 2) elect to continue receiving his or her annuity and not become a participating employee. Under current law, a WRS participant who has applied to receive a retirement annuity must wait at least 75 days between terminating covered employment with a WRS employer and returning to covered employment again as a participating employee. The bill reduces that period to 30 days. Waiting period for state employees Under current law, most state employees, other than limited-term employees, become covered under the state group health insurance plan on the first day of the first month after becoming employed with the state by filing an election within 30 days of being hired. However, most state employees are ineligible for an employer contribution toward the premiums for the first three months of employment. The bill changes the date to the first day of the second month for most state employees, other than limited-term employees, hired after the effective date of the bill. Internal auditor The bill creates the Office of Internal Audit attached to ETF. Under the bill, the office plans and conducts audits of activities and programs administered by ETF, among other responsibilities, while following policies, principles, and directives established by the Employee Trust Funds Board (ETFB). The bill requires ETFB to appoint an internal auditor and internal audit staff within the classified service who report directly to ETFB. Currently, the internal auditor for ETF reports to the secretary of ETF, and internal audit staff report to the internal auditor. Automated operating system progress report The bill requires the secretary of ETF to submit with ETF[s biennial budget request a report that includes details of ETF[s expenditures to implement an LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 automated operating system and a progress report and timelines of ETF[s anticipated progress on modernizing its business processes and integrating its information technology systems. SAFETY AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSES Licensure of advanced practice registered nurses Under current law, a person who wishes to practice professional nursing must be licensed by the Board of Nursing as a registered nurse (RN). The bill creates an additional system of licensure for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), to be administered by the board. Under the bill, in order to apply for an APRN license, a person must 1) hold, or concurrently apply for, an RN license; 2) have completed an accredited graduate-level or postgraduate-level education program preparing the person to practice as an APRN in one of four recognized roles and hold a current national certification approved by the board; 3) possess malpractice liability insurance as provided in the bill; 4) pay a fee determined by DSPS; and 5) satisfy certain other criteria specified in the bill. The bill also allows a person who has not completed an accredited education program described above to receive an APRN license if the person 1) on January 1, 2026, is both licensed as an RN in Wisconsin and practicing in one of the four recognized roles and 2) satisfies additional practice or education criteria established by the board. The bill also, however, automatically grants licenses to certain RNs, as further described below. The four recognized roles, as defined in the bill, are 1) certified nurse-midwife; 2) certified registered nurse anesthetist; 3) clinical nurse specialist; and 4) nurse practitioner. The bill requires the board, upon granting a person an APRN license, to also grant the person one or more specialty designations corresponding to the recognized role or roles for which the person qualifies. Under the bill, all APRNs, except APRNs with a certified nurse-midwife specialty designation, must practice in collaboration with a physician or dentist. However, under the bill, an APRN may practice without being supervised by a physician or dentist if the board verifies that the APRN has completed 3,840 hours of professional nursing in a clinical setting and has completed 3,840 clinical hours of advanced practice registered nursing practice in his or her recognized role while working with a physician or dentist during those 3,840 hours of practice. APRNs may count additional hours practiced as an APRN in collaboration with a physician or dentist towards the 3,840 required hours of professional nursing. APRNs with a certified nurse-midwife specialty designation are instead required, if they offer to deliver babies outside of a hospital setting, to file and keep current with the board a proactive plan for involving a hospital or a physician who has admitting privileges at a hospital in the treatment of patients with higher acuity or emergency care needs, as further described below. Regardless of whether an APRN has qualified to practice independently, the bill provides that an APRN may provide chronic pain management services only while working in a collaborative relationship with a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 physician who, through education, training, and experience, specializes in pain management. Alternatively, if an APRN has qualified to practice independently and currently has privileges in a hospital, the APRN may provide chronic pain management services without a collaborative relationship with a physician. The holder of an APRN license may append the title XA.P.R.N.Y to his or her name, as well as a title corresponding to whichever specialty designations that the person possesses. The bill prohibits any person from using the title XA.P.R.N.,Y and from otherwise indicating that he or she is an APRN, unless the person is licensed by the board as an APRN. The bill also prohibits the use of titles and abbreviations corresponding to a recognized role unless the person has a specialty designation for that role. The bill allows an APRN to delegate a task or order to another clinically trained health care worker if the task or order is within the scope of the APRN[s practice, the APRN is competent to perform the task or issue the order, and the APRN has reasonable evidence that the health care worker is minimally competent to perform the task or issue the order under the circumstances. The bill requires an APRN to adhere to professional standards when managing situations that are beyond the APRN[s expertise. Under the bill, when an APRN renews his or her APRN license, the board must grant the person the renewal of both the person[s RN license and the person[s APRN license. The bill requires all APRNs to complete continuing education requirements each biennium in clinical pharmacology or therapeutics relevant to the APRN[s area of practice and to satisfy certain other requirements when renewing a license. Practice of nurse-midwifery The bill eliminates licensure and practice requirements specific to nurse- midwives and the practice of nurse-midwifery, including specific requirements to practice with an obstetrician. Under the bill, Xcertified nurse-midwifeY is one of the four recognized roles for APRNs, and a person who is licensed as a nurse-midwife under current law is automatically granted an APRN license with a certified nurse- midwife specialty designation. The bill otherwise allows nurse-midwives to be licensed as APRNs if they satisfy the licensure requirements, except that the bill also requires that a person applying for a certified nurse-midwife specialty designation be certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board. The bill also requires an APRN with a specialty designation as a certified nurse-midwife to file with the Board of Nursing, and obtain the board[s approval of, a plan for ensuring appropriate care or care transitions in treating certain patients if the APRN offers to deliver babies outside of a hospital setting. Prescribing authority Under current law, a person licensed as an RN may apply to the Board of Nursing for a certificate to issue prescription orders if the person meets certain requirements established by the board. An RN holding a certificate is subject to LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 various practice requirements and limitations established by the board and must possess malpractice liability insurance in an amount determined by the board. The bill eliminates certificates to issue prescription orders and generally authorizes APRNs to issue prescription orders. A person who is certified to issue prescription orders under current law is automatically granted an APRN license with his or her appropriate specialty designation. RNs who are practicing in a recognized role on January 1, 2026, but who do not hold a certificate to issue prescription orders on that date and who are granted an APRN license under the bill may not issue prescription orders. As under current law, an APRN issuing prescription orders is subject to various practice requirements and limitations established by the board. The bill eliminates a provision concerning the ability of advanced practice nurses who are certified to issue prescription orders and who are required to work in collaboration with or under the supervision of a physician to obtain and practice under a federal waiver to dispense narcotic drugs to individuals for addiction treatment. Malpractice liability insurance The bill requires all APRNs to maintain malpractice liability insurance in coverage amounts specified under current law for physicians and nurse anesthetists except for an APRN whose employer has in effect malpractice liability insurance that provides at least the same amount of coverage for the APRN. Additionally, the bill requires APRNs who have qualified to practice independently and who practice outside a collaborative or employment relationship to participate in the injured patients and families compensation fund. The injured patients and families compensation fund provides excess medical malpractice coverage for health care providers who participate in the fund and meet all other participation requirements, which includes maintaining malpractice liability insurance in coverage amounts specified under current law. Other changes The bill directs DHS to require a hospital that provides emergency services to have sufficient qualified personnel available at all times to manage the number and severity of emergency department cases anticipated by the location. At a minimum, the bill directs DHS to require a hospital that provides emergency services to have on-site at least one physician who, through education, training, and experience, specializes in emergency medicine. The bill makes numerous other changes throughout the statutes relating to APRNs, including various terminology changes. BUILDINGS AND SAFETY Private on-site wastewater treatment system grants The bill extends the grant program aiding certain persons and businesses served by failing private on-site wastewater treatment systems (POWTS), which are commonly known as septic tanks. Under current law, the program is repealed LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 effective June 2025. In addition, under the bill, a failing POWTS installed at least 33 years before the submission of a grant application is eligible to receive a grant. Current law authorizes grants only for failing POWTS that were installed before July 1, 1978. Offsetting costs of trade exams administered by third parties The bill creates an appropriation for DSPS to reduce the cost of examinations required to obtain an occupational license in the building trades that are administered by a third party. Combining operations and administrative services appropriations The bill combines two program revenue appropriations for operations and administrative services related to DSPS[s regulation of industry, buildings, and safety into a single appropriation. PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE DSPS renewal dates; continuing education; nursing workforce survey Under current law, a two-year renewal period applies to many health and business credentials administered by DSPS or a credentialing board. The renewal date for each two-year period is specified by statute. In addition, the laws governing some professions specify continuing education requirements, either by statute or by rule, as part of credentialing renewal. The bill eliminates statutory renewal dates for these credentials and instead allows DSPS, in consultation with the credentialing boards, to establish renewal dates. The bill makes various changes to continuing education requirements for various professions to account for the flexible renewal periods allowed in the bill, including allowing DSPS and the credentialing boards to adjust continuing education requirements and to establish interim continuing education or other reporting requirements as needed to align with changes to renewal cycles. Nursing refresher course tuition reimbursement program The bill requires DSPS to establish and implement a program to reimburse individuals for the cost of completing a nursing refresher course offered at a technical college. The reimbursement is available to individuals who are licensed as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse, are under 60 years of age, and have not actively practiced nursing in the prior five-year period. The bill requires DSPS to allocate at least $150,000 in each fiscal year for reimbursements under the program. Professional licenses for certain noncitizens Currently, federal law prohibits all but certain noncitizens from receiving any Xstate or local public benefit,Y which is defined to include any Xprofessional license, or commercial license provided by an agency of a state or local government.Y However, federal law allows states to explicitly allow eligibility for certain public benefits. The bill allows certain individuals who are not U.S. citizens to receive any professional license issued in this state if they meet all other requirements or qualifications for the professional license. For purposes of the bill, Xprofessional LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 licenseY means a license, registration, certification, or other approval to perform specific work tasks, whether issued by the state or a local governmental entity. Statewide clinician wellness program The bill allows DSPS to provide a statewide clinician wellness program to provide support to health care workers in this state in maintaining their physical and mental health and ensuring long-term vitality and effectiveness for their patients and their profession. Reviews of criminal records The bill requires DSPS, when conducting an investigation of the arrest or conviction record of a credential applicant, to obtain and review information to determine the circumstances of each case or offense, except that the bill allows DSPS, in its discretion, to complete its investigation of an arrest or conviction record without reviewing the circumstances of certain types of offenses specified in the bill. These offenses include certain first offense operating while intoxicated and related violations; certain underage alcohol violations; and minor, nonviolent ordinance violations, as determined by DSPS. Rules; license portability The bill provides that DSPS or a credentialing board in DSPS may promulgate rules to achieve enhanced license portability to help facilitate streamlined pathways to licensure for internationally trained professionals and increased reciprocity. Combining general operations appropriations The bill combines five program revenue appropriations related to the licensing, rule-making, and regulatory functions of DSPS into a single appropriation. SHARED REVENUE County and municipal property tax freeze incentive payments The bill provides property tax freeze incentive payments to counties and municipalities that do not increase their property tax levies. Under the bill, if a county[s or municipality[s property tax levy is less than or equal to its property tax levy in the immediately preceding year, it will receive a payment equal to the sum of the following amounts: 1) its property tax levy multiplied by 0.03, and 2) if it received a property tax freeze incentive payment in the immediately preceding year, the amount of that payment multiplied by 1.03. For purposes of eligibility for the payments, expenditures made related to annexation and service consolidation and unreimbursed emergency expenditures do not count as part of a county[s or municipality[s property tax levy. Payments to counties and municipalities for nontaxable tribal land The bill provides payments to counties and municipalities to compensate for not being able to impose local general property taxes on real property exempt from taxation under the 1854 Treaty of La Pointe. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Automatically increasing the municipal services payments account The bill increases the amounts transferred to the local government fund for payments for municipal services. Under the bill, each fiscal year those amounts increase by the percentage change in the estimated amount of revenues received from the state sales and use tax for the previous fiscal year from the immediately preceding fiscal year. Current law provides state aid payments to municipalities that provide municipal services to state facilities. Energy and liquefied natural gas storage facilities The bill provides utility aid payments to counties and municipalities where energy storage facilities are located. Under the bill, DOA distributes to each city and village in which an energy storage facility is located two-thirds of the amount calculated by multiplying the facility[s megawatt capacity by $2,000, and the county in which such a facility is located is distributed one-third of the amount calculated by multiplying the facility[s megawatt capacity by $2,000. DOA distributes to each town in which an energy storage facility is located one-third of the amount calculated by multiplying the facility[s megawatt capacity by $2,000, and the county in which such a facility is located is distributed two-thirds of the amount calculated by multiplying the facility[s megawatt capacity by $2,000. The bill defines an Xenergy storage facilityY as property that receives electrical energy, stores the energy in a different form, and converts that other form of energy back to electrical energy for sale or to use to provide reliability or economic benefits to the electrical grid. The bill also defines an Xenergy storage facilityY as property that is owned by a light, heat, and power company, electric cooperative, or municipal electric company and includes hydroelectric pumped storage, compressed air energy storage, regenerative fuel cells, batteries, and similar technologies. The bill also provides utility aid payments to counties and municipalities where liquefied natural gas storage facilities (LNG storage facilities) are located. The payment received by a city or village where an LNG storage facility is located is determined by multiplying the net book value of the LNG storage facility by six mills and by three mills in the case of a town. The payment received by a county where an LNG storage facility is located is determined by multiplying the net book value of the LNG storage facility by three mills if the facility is located in a city or village and by six mills if the facility is located in a town. Aid to taxing jurisdictions for pipelines assessed by the state Beginning in 2027, the bill requires the state to pay each taxing jurisdiction an amount equal to the property taxes levied on the pipeline property of a pipeline company for the property tax assessments as of January 1, 2024. Generally under current law, the property of a pipeline company is subject to the public utilities tax, and property that is subject to the public utilities tax is exempt from local property taxation. Aid to Green Bay for NFL draft public safety costs The bill provides the city of Green Bay with an additional $1,000,000 in LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 county and municipal aid for reimbursement of public safety costs associated with the NFL draft in April 2025. Expenditure restraint incentive program Under current law, generally, a municipality is eligible to receive an expenditure restraint incentive payment if its property tax levy is greater than five mills and if the annual increase in its municipal budget is less than the sum of factors based on inflation and the increased value of property in the municipality as a result of new construction. Under the bill, the inflation factor used to determine eligibility is equal to the percentage change in the consumer price index or 3 percent, whichever is greater. The bill also excludes the following from being considered in determining eligibility for an expenditure restraint incentive program payment: 1) the amount by which a municipality[s base and supplemental county and municipal aid received in the applicable year exceeds the amount of base and supplemental county and municipal aid received by the municipality in 2024; 2) all grants received from the federal government; 3) revenues from a municipal vehicle registration fee that is approved by a majority of electors voting at a referendum; 4) the amount by which a municipality[s payments received for municipal services provided to facilities owned by the state exceeds the amount of those payments received in 2024; and 5) the $1,000,000 additional county and municipal aid payment to the city of Green Bay provided by the bill to reimburse public safety costs associated with the NFL draft in April 2025. Local government fund transfer to offset certain sales tax exemptions The bill increases the amount of the transfer from the general fund to the local government fund in fiscal year 2026-27 to compensate for the loss of sales and use tax revenues from the bill[s sales tax exemptions for over-the-counter prescription drugs and electricity and natural gas sold from May to October. Under current law, the annual increase in the amount of the county and municipal aid payments and the supplemental county and municipal aid payments is determined by the percentage change in the revenues received from the sales and use tax. Timing of transfers to the local government fund The bill increases the annual July transfer from the general fund to the local government fund to cover the full amount of expenditure restraint incentive program payments, computer aid payments, and video service provider fee aid payments that are paid to taxing jurisdictions from the local government fund by the 4th Monday in July. Moving the date of computer aid payments Beginning in 2026, the bill requires DOA to make computer aid payments to taxing jurisdictions by the first Monday in May. Under current law, computers and certain computer-related equipment are exempt from local personal property taxes, and DOA makes computer aid payments to taxing jurisdictions to compensate them for the corresponding loss of property tax revenue. Current law requires DOA to make computer aid payments by the fourth Monday in July. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 STATE GOVERNMENT GENERAL STATE GOVERNMENT Grants for local projects Current law requires the Building Commission to establish and operate a grant program to assist nonstate organizations to carry out construction projects having a statewide public purpose. Before approving each grant, the Building Commission must determine that the organization carrying out the project has secured additional funding for the project from nonstate revenue sources in an amount that is equal to at least 50 percent of the total cost of the project. The bill transfers the grant program to DOA. However, the Building Commission retains its role in approving each grant, making the statewide public purpose determination, and making the determination concerning the amount of nonstate funds the prospective grantee has raised for a project. The bill further authorizes additional grants under the program to cities, villages, towns, counties, and tribal governments for construction projects having a statewide public purpose if the grant is approved by the Building Commission. Under the bill, these grants are funded from the interest earnings of the local government segregated fund. Finally, the bill specifically authorizes the following grants under the program, which are subject to Building Commission approval and the other requirements and limitations under the program: 1. A grant of up to $4,000,000 to assist the New Community Shelter, Inc., in the construction of a permanent supportive housing facility in Brown County. 2. A grant of up to $6,000,000 to assist the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee, Inc., and Community Smiles Dental in carrying out renovation of the historic Wisconsin Avenue School in the city of Milwaukee for use as a health and wellness center. 3. A grant of up to $15,000,000 to assist the Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, Inc., in constructing a new facility to expand food processing, storage, and distribution. 4. A grant of up to $860,000 to assist the Colfax Railroad Museum, Inc., in constructing and renovating museum facilities in the village of Colfax to protect and display historical railroad artifacts. 5. A grant of up to $3,000,000 to assist the city of Green Bay in the construction and development of a public market. 6. A grant of up to $4,250,000 to assist the city of Glendale in the construction of a new library that will serve the communities of Bayside, Fox Point, Glendale, and River Hills, as well as all of Milwaukee County through the Milwaukee County Federated Library System. 7. A grant of up to $2,000,000 to a nonstate organization or a city, village, town, or county for the purchase, construction, or renovation of a child care center in the southwest region of the state. 8. A grant of up to $2,500,000 to assist Wellpoint Care Network, Inc., in LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 renovating an existing facility in the city of Milwaukee to establish a child care center. Project labor agreements Under current law, the state and local units of government are prohibited from engaging in certain practices in letting bids for state procurement or public works contracts. Among these prohibitions, the state and local governments may not do any of the following in specifications for bids for the contracts: 1) require that a bidder enter into an agreement with a labor organization; 2) consider, when awarding a contract, whether a bidder has or has not entered into an agreement with a labor organization; or 3) require that a bidder enter into an agreement that requires that the bidder or bidder[s employees become or remain members of a labor organization or pay any dues or fees to a labor organization. The bill eliminates these limitations related to labor organizations. Vacancies in certain appointive offices Under current law, vacancies in public office may occur in a number of ways, including when the incumbent resigns, dies, or is removed from office, or, in the case of elected office, when the incumbent[s term expires. However, as the Wisconsin Supreme Court held in State ex rel. Kaul v. Prehn, 2022 WI 50, expiration of an incumbent[s term of office does not create a vacancy if the office is filled by appointment for a fixed term. Absent a vacancy or removal for cause, these incumbents may remain in office until their successors are appointed and qualified. Under the bill, a vacancy in public office is created if the office is filled by appointment of the governor by and with the advice and consent of the senate for a fixed term and the incumbent[s term expires or the governor submits his or her nomination for the office to the senate, whichever is later. Office of Violence Prevention The bill creates the Office of Violence Prevention in DOA, establishes certain duties with respect to the office, and directs the office to award grants for community violence intervention. The bill provides that the office must coordinate and expand violence prevention activities and work to reduce the incidences of interpersonal violence. To achieve these goals, the office must do all of the following: 1. Establish a violence prevention focus across state government. 2. Collaborate with other state agencies that are interested or active in the reduction of interpersonal violence. 3. Support the development and implementation of comprehensive, community-based violence prevention initiatives within local units of government across the state, including collaborating with law enforcement agencies. 4. Develop sources of funding beyond state revenues to maintain the office and expand its activities. 5. Create a directory of existing violence prevention services and activities in each county. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 6. Support and provide technical assistance to local organizations that provide violence prevention services, including in seeking out and applying for grant funding in support of their initiatives. 7. Develop public education campaigns to promote safer communities. The bill directs the office to establish and implement a program to award grants to support effective violence reduction initiatives in communities across the state. Up to $3,000,000 of the grants must be awarded to federally recognized American Indian tribes or bands in this state or organizations affiliated with tribes relating to missing and murdered indigenous women. The bill also requires that up to $500,000 be awarded for grants related to suicide prevention for the following activities: 1) to train staff at a firearm retailer or firearm range on how to recognize a person who may be considering suicide; 2) to provide suicide prevention materials for distribution at a firearm retailer or firearm range; and 3) to provide voluntary, temporary firearm storage. Task force on Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls The bill creates the Task Force on Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls. The task force must examine various factors that contribute to violence against African American women and girls and submit to the governor two annual reports by December 31, 2026, on actions that can be taken to eliminate violence against African American women and girls. Director of Native American affairs The bill requires the secretary of administration to appoint a director of Native American affairs in the unclassified service to manage relations between the state and American Indian tribes or bands in the state. Grants to each American Indian tribe or band in Wisconsin The bill requires DOA to award grants of equal amounts to each American Indian tribe or band in the state for the following purposes: 1. To programs to meet the needs of members of the tribe or band. 2. To promote tribal language and cultural revitalization. Under the bill, no grant moneys awarded under the above grant programs may be used to pay gaming-related expenses. Other tribal grants The bill requires DOA to do all of the following: 1. Award grants to the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin to support the Menominee Indian Tribe[s transit services, in an amount not to exceed $266,600 annually. 2. Award grants to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin to conduct an intergovernmental training program, available to all tribal governments in Wisconsin, to improve consultations and communication between the tribes and the state. The grants may not total more than $60,000 annually. 3. Award grants to the Wisconsin Indigenous Housing and Economic Development Corporation to support tribal economic development and housing LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 programs in Wisconsin. The grants may not total more than $3,890,000 in the 2025-26 fiscal year and $2,540,000 annually thereafter. 4. Award grants to American Indian tribes or bands in this state to support strategic planning concerning cybersecurity, in an amount up to $250,000 annually. 5. Award grants to American Indian tribes or bands in this state to support home repairs that reduce energy burdens and improve health outcomes, in an amount up to $1,000,000 annually. Community climate engagement grant program The bill requires DOA to establish and administer a community climate engagement grant program. Under the program, DOA is required to award grants to local nongovernmental organizations in Wisconsin for the purpose of promoting local climate and clean energy community engagement. Additionally, under the program, DOA is itself required to conduct and support outreach across Wisconsin concerning climate change, climate resilience, and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Community climate action grants The bill requires DOA to create a grant program to assist local governmental units and governing bodies of federally recognized American Indian tribes and bands in this state with the development of climate risk assessment and action plans or to implement emission reduction and action projects. Under the bill, DOA is required to assist local governments and tribal governments with the development of climate risk assessment and action plans. Grants to provide civil legal services The bill requires DOA to award grants to the Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation, Inc., for the purpose of providing civil legal services. Translation services The bill provides that DOA may provide assistance to state agencies for costs related to translation services that are provided to a state agency through a state contract. The bill also appropriates GPR for the purpose. Artificial intelligence tools and infrastructure support The bill requires DOA to develop and maintain artificial intelligence tools and infrastructure for the benefit of state agencies, including the legislature and the courts. Cybersecurity Under current law, DOA is required to ensure that an adequate level of information technology services is made available to state agencies. The bill requires that DOA additionally conduct cybersecurity emergency incident response for state agencies. The bill funds those activities with up to $10,000,000 each fiscal year in moneys from the general fund that are allocated to sum sufficient appropriations of state agencies. A sum sufficient appropriation is expendable in the amounts necessary to accomplish the purpose specified in the appropriation. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill also creates an annual appropriation of GPR for DOA[s cybersecurity activities generally. Cybersecurity insurance The bill requires DOA to undertake planning and preparation to have a cybersecurity insurance program for executive branch agencies by the 2027]29 fiscal biennium. Closed meetings to consider information technology security issues Under current law, a governmental body is generally required to meet in open session. Open session is a meeting that is held in a place reasonably accessible to members of the public and open to all citizens at all times. The bill allows a governmental body to go into closed session for the purpose of considering information technology security issues affecting information technology systems over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. Funding for the Division of Alcohol Beverages The bill creates a program-revenue appropriation to fund the Division of Alcohol Beverages (DAB) in DOR. Under current law, the DAB administers and enforces the state[s alcohol beverage laws, including issuing alcohol beverage permits. The DAB is currently funded from multiple DOR appropriations, including an appropriation that receives proceeds from an administrative fee of 11 cents per gallon on taxed distilled spirits. The bill creates, for DAB, a single PR appropriation consisting of DAB permit fees and associated administrative fees and liquor tax administrative fees. Public records location fee Current law allows an authority to impose a fee on any person requesting a public record to cover the cost of locating that record, if the cost is $50 or more. The location fee may not exceed the actual, necessary, and direct cost of locating the record. Current law defines an XauthorityY to include any elective official or state or local government agency that has custody of a public record. Under the bill, the cost of locating a public record must be $100 or more before an authority may impose a fee to cover the actual, necessary, and direct cost of locating the record. Lobbying fees Under current law, fees paid to the Ethics Commission for lobbying activities are appropriated to the commission for the administration of the lobbying laws. The bill eliminates that appropriation and requires that all fees paid to the commission for lobbying activities be deposited in the general fund. First class city school district audit response funding The bill directs DOA to provide payments to a first class city school district (currently only Milwaukee Public Schools) to implement recommendations from audits of the school district initiated by the governor. The payments may be used for items addressed in the audits, financial reporting software, and data LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 compatibility with state and local finance systems. Additionally, the payments may be made only if, at the time of payment, the secretary of administration is satisfied that the school district is already making substantial progress on implementation of the audit recommendations. TEACH program; GPR funding Under current law, DOA administers the Technology for Educational Achievement (TEACH) program. The TEACH program offers telecommunications access to school districts, private schools, cooperative educational service agencies, technical college districts, independent charter school authorizers, juvenile correctional facilities, private and tribal colleges, and public library boards at discounted rates. Currently, the TEACH program is funded from the universal service fund. The bill provides additional GPR for the TEACH program. TEACH; broadband speed threshold As part of TEACH, current law requires DOA to establish an educational telecommunications access program to provide educational agencies with access to data lines. Under current law, DOA must require an educational agency to pay not more than $250 per month for each data line provided under the program. However, the maximum amount DOA may charge an educational agency for a data line is not more than $100 per month if the data line relies on a transport medium that operates at a speed of 1.544 megabits per second. The bill increases the threshold speed for the $100 per month maximum payment to 100 megabits per second. State AmeriCorps scholarship program Under current law, an individual who completes a term of service in the AmeriCorps program may receive a Segal AmeriCorps education award to pay for post-secondary educational expenses. The bill creates a program that provides a matching scholarship to individuals who are residents of Wisconsin or who complete their AmeriCorps service in Wisconsin. Under the bill, the matching amounts are subject to availability of monies. The scholarship money awarded under the program may only be used to pay tuition and fees at a technical college, college, or university in Wisconsin. National and community service board appropriation Current law appropriates moneys received from the federal Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) to administer the national and community service program and to provide grants for the national and community service program. The bill changes the appropriation for administration from one that is limited to the amounts in the schedule to one that appropriates all moneys received that are designated for administration by the CNCS. The bill also clarifies that the appropriation for grants appropriates all moneys received that are designated for grants by the CNCS. BCPL payments in lieu of taxes appropriation Under current law, land that the BCPL owns is not subject to property taxes. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 For certain lands purchased on or after July 14, 2015, though, BCPL makes annual payments to municipalities in lieu of the property tax that would have been owed on these lands were they not tax exempt. Currently, the source of these payments is a sum certain appropriation. The bill changes that appropriation to a sum sufficient appropriation. Security services at multitenant state buildings and facilities The bill eliminates the separate appropriation for security services at multitenant state buildings and facilities and moves the related purposes of the appropriation to a different appropriation. STATE FINANCE Refunding certain general obligation debt The bill increases from $11,235,000,000 to $12,835,000,000 the amount of state public debt that may be contracted to refund any unpaid indebtedness used to finance tax-supported or self-amortizing facilities. The unpaid indebtedness includes unpaid premium and interest amounts. Under current law, the Building Commission may not incur public debt for refunding purposes unless the true interest costs to the state can be reduced. STATE EMPLOYMENT Paid family and medical leave The bill requires the administrator of the Division of Personnel Management in DOA to develop a program for paid family and medical leave of 8 weeks annually for most state employees. The bill requires the administrator to submit the plan for approval as a change to the state compensation plan to the Joint Committee on Employment Relations (JCOER). If JCOER approves the plan, the plan becomes effective January 1, 2027. The bill also requires the Board of Regents of the UW System to develop a plan for a program for paid family and medical leave of 8 weeks annually for employees of the system and requires the board to submit the plan to the administrator of the Division of Personnel Management in DOA with its compensation plan changes for the 2025-27 biennium. If JCOER approves the plan, the program becomes effective January 1, 2027. Paid sick leave for limited term employees Under current law, permanent and project state employees receive the following paid leave: vacation; personal holidays; sick leave; and legal holidays. The bill requires the state to provide paid sick leave to limited term employees of the state at the same rate as to permanent and project state employees. The bill also requires the Board of Regents of the UW System to develop a plan for a program for paid sick leave for temporary employees of the system and requires the board to submit the plan to the administrator of the Division of Personnel Management in DOA with its compensation plan changes for the 2025]27 fiscal biennium. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Green Bay Correctional Institution The bill allows the director of the Bureau of Merit Recruitment and Selection in the Division of Personnel Management in DOA to waive competitive hiring procedures for an employee in the classified service at the Green Bay Correctional Institution (GBCI) during the period the facility is decommissioned if the individual is qualified to perform the duties of the position and the position the individual will be filling is assigned to a class at a pay range that is the same as individual[s position at GBCI, or a lower pay range. Vacation hours for state employees The bill provides additional annual leave hours to state employees during their third, fourth, and fifth years of service. Under current law, state employees who are in nonexempt status under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act earn annual leave at the rate of 104 hours per year of continuous service during the first five years of service and, on an employee[s fifth anniversary of continuous service, the rate increase to 144 hours of annual leave per year of continuous service. Under the bill, beginning on the employee[s second anniversary, a state employee in nonexempt status begins earning vacation hours at the rate of 120 hours per year of service. Under current law, state employees who are in exempt status under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act earn annual vacation at the rate of 120 hours per year of continuous service during the first five years of service and, on the fifth anniversary of continuous service, the rate increase to 160 hours of annual leave per year of continuous service. Under the bill, beginning on the employee[s second anniversary, a state employee in exempt status begins earning vacation hours at the rate of 136 hours per year of service. Removal of salary caps for WHEFA employees Current law allows WHEFA to employ an executive director and limits the compensation of the executive director to the maximum of the salary range established for positions assigned to executive salary group 6. Current law also limits the compensation of each other employee of WHEFA to the maximum of the salary range established for positions assigned to executive salary group 3. The bill removes these limits on compensation of the executive director and employees of WHEFA. Apprenticeship programs Under current law, state agencies may provide on-the-job and off-the-job training to employees without loss of pay to employees. This includes research projects, courses of study, institutes, short courses related to the performance of the employee[s job duties, and paying for tuition and related fees. The bill allows a state agency to provide an apprenticeship program. Under such a program, an apprentice is a probationary employee for the duration of the apprenticeship and attains permanent status upon completion of the apprenticeship but may be separated at any time during the apprenticeship without right of appeal. Under the bill, the compensation plan for state employees may allow for rates of pay for LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 apprentices that reflect the appropriate beginning pay for apprentices as well as pay increases for the attainment of additional qualifications during the apprenticeship. Finally, the bill provides that apprentices may take paid holidays in the same manner as other probationary employees. Juneteenth state holiday The bill designates June 19, the day on which Juneteenth is celebrated, as a state holiday on which state offices are closed. Under current law, the offices of the agencies of state government are generally closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and a total of nine state holidays. The bill also requires the administrator of the Division of Personnel Management in DOA to include June 19 and November 11, which is the day on which Veterans Day is traditionally celebrated, as paid holidays for UW System employees in the proposal it submits to the Joint Committee on Employee Relations for compensation plan changes for the 2025]27 fiscal biennium. Veterans Day state holiday The bill designates November traditionally celebrated, as a state holiday on which state offices are closed. Under current law, the offices of the agencies of state government are generally closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and a total of nine state holidays. Additionally, under current law, state employees receive annually a total of 4.5 paid personal holidays, one of which is provided specifically in recognition of Veterans Day. Under the bill, state employees continue to receive 4.5 paid personal holidays. However, the bill removes the specification that one of the paid personal holidays is provided in recognition of Veterans Day. In total, the bill increases the number of regular paid holidays state employees receive annually from nine days to 11 days. Supplemental appropriations for salary and fringe benefit costs incurred in enterprise assessments and billings Under current law, if employees of an agency receive a salary increase under a compensation plan approved by JCOER or under a contract approved by the legislature, a state agency can request a program supplement to the agency[s budget from JCF in order to pay for the salary increase and related costs. Some state agencies pay for services provided by DOA employees rather than having their own employees perform those services, and DOA assesses or bills the agencies for the services provided by DOA employees. The bill creates four new appropriations from which an agency may request a program supplement when DOA assesses or bills the agency for increased costs for those services due to a salary increase under a compensation plan approved by JCOER or under a contract approved by the legislature. Project employees of district attorney offices under ARPA The bill provides that individuals who are in project positions that were funded by the federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 in offices of district attorneys may be appointed to equivalent permanent positions in those offices without going through the civil service hiring process as new hires. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 11, the day on which Veterans Day is 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Project employees of the Public Defender Board under ARPA The bill provides that individuals who are in project positions that were funded by the federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and who are employed by the Public Defender Board may be appointed to equivalent permanent positions in those offices without going through the civil service hiring process as new hires. Position transfers and funding changes Under the bill, all of the following occur: on January 1, 2027, the funding source for 24.0 FTE FED positions in DOA changes from a single DOA appropriation to two DOA program revenue appropriations and one DOA GPR appropriation; and 17.5 FTE FED positions and incumbent employees transfer from DOA to the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission, and the position funding changes to a single WERC GPR appropriation. SECRETARY OF STATE Deputy secretary of state The bill creates the position of deputy secretary of state. The secretary of state may delegate any duty or power to the deputy secretary of state, except duties and powers the secretary of state performs as a member of the BCPL. Appropriations to the secretary of state Under current law, DFI[s general program operations are funded from an annual program revenue appropriation. From this appropriation, $150,000 is transferred annually to an appropriation to the secretary of state for general program operations. The bill increases the amount of the transfer to $502,900 in the 2025]26 fiscal year and $555,400 annually thereafter. The bill also creates a continuing appropriation to the secretary of state of all moneys received from the federal government to be expended for the purposes for which received and creates a continuing program revenue appropriation to the secretary of state of all moneys received by the secretary of state from gifts, grants, bequests, and devises to be expended for the purposes for which made and received. The bill makes certain other changes to appropriations to the secretary of state, including an increase in the lapse of certain moneys appropriated to the secretary of state to the general fund at the end of each fiscal year. Office of the Secretary of State The bill provides that the Office of the Secretary of State is the exclusive office that may affix the great seal of the state of Wisconsin to a document and authenticate the document. The bill also provides that the Office of the Secretary of State must provide apostille services. Popular initiative and referendum The bill requires the legislature to introduce and vote on a joint resolution providing for a constitutional amendment that creates a petition process by which the people may propose and approve laws and constitutional amendments at an election and that creates a referendum process by which the people may reject an LRB-2186/1 ALL:all LEGISLATURE 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 act of the legislature. A proposed constitutional amendment requires adoption by two successive legislatures, and ratification by the people, before it can become effective. Specifically, the proposed constitutional amendment provides that the people may file a petition with the agency that administers state elections (currently the Elections Commission) for a referendum to reject any act of the legislature, a section of any act, or an item of appropriation in any act. A petition for referendum must be signed by qualified electors equaling at least 4 percent of the vote cast for the office of governor at the last preceding gubernatorial election. A qualified elector is a U.S. citizen age 18 or older who has resided in an election district or ward in Wisconsin for at least 28 days. After validating a petition[s signatures, the agency that administers state elections is required to order a referendum at the next general election occurring at least 120 days after the petition was filed with the agency. No act or part of an act rejected in a referendum may be reenacted during the legislative session in which it was rejected. The proposed constitutional amendment further provides that the people may propose, by petition filed with the agency that administers state elections, laws and constitutional amendments for a vote at an election. The petition must satisfy all of the following conditions: 1. For a petition for an initiative law, be signed by qualified electors equaling at least 6 percent of the vote cast for the office of governor at the last preceding gubernatorial election. 2. For a petition for an initiative constitutional amendment, be signed by qualified electors equaling at least 8 percent of the vote cast for the office of governor at the last preceding gubernatorial election. 3. Include the full text of the proposed law or constitutional amendment prepared in proper form. Upon request by any qualified elector, the agency that administers state elections is required to have the proposed law or constitutional amendment drafted in proper form and made available to the public. The proposed law or amendment must embrace no more than one subject, and that subject must be expressed in the title. 4. Be filed with the agency that administers state elections not less than 120 days before the election at which the proposed law or constitutional amendment is to be voted upon. Similar to the process for a referendum, after verifying an initiative petition[s signatures, the agency that administers state elections is required to order the submission of the initiative law or constitutional amendment to the qualified electors of the state for their approval or rejection at the next succeeding general election occurring at least 120 days after the petition was filed with the agency. If approved by a majority of the qualified electors voting at the election, an initiative law or constitutional amendment goes into effect on the 30th day after the date the agency that administers state elections certifies the election results, unless LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 a different effective date is specified in the initiative. The legislature may not repeal or amend an initiative law for the two years immediately succeeding its publication and may not repeal or amend an initiative law except by a vote of two- thirds of all members elected to each house. If an initiative law or constitutional amendment is rejected at the election, substantially the same initiative law or amendment, as determined by the agency that administers state elections, may not be considered again by voters under the initiative process for at least five years. Legislative intervention in certain court proceedings Current law provides that the legislature may intervene as a matter of right in an action in state or federal court when a party to the action does any of the following: 1. Challenges the constitutionality of a statute. 2. Challenges a statute as violating or being preempted by federal law. 3. Otherwise challenges the construction or validity of a statute. Current law further provides that the legislature must be served with a copy of the proceedings in all such actions, regardless of whether the legislature intervenes in the action. The bill eliminates all of these provisions. Retention of legal counsel by the legislature Current law allows representatives to the assembly and senators, as well as legislative employees, to receive legal representation from DOJ in most legal proceedings. However, current law also provides all of the following: 1. With respect to the assembly, that the speaker of the assembly may authorize a representative to the assembly or assembly employee who requires legal representation to obtain outside legal counsel if the acts or allegations underlying the action are arguably within the scope of the representative[s or employee[s legislative duties, and the speaker may obtain outside legal counsel in any action in which the assembly is a party or in which the interests of the assembly are affected, as determined by the speaker. 2. With respect to the senate, that the senate majority leader may authorize a senator or senate employee who requires legal representation to obtain outside legal counsel if the acts or allegations underlying the action are arguably within the scope of the senator[s or employee[s legislative duties, and the majority leader may obtain outside legal counsel in any action in which the senate is a party or in which the interests of the senate are affected, as determined by the majority leader. 3. That the cochairpersons of the Joint Committee on Legislative Organization (JCLO) may authorize a legislative service agency employee who requires legal representation to obtain outside legal counsel if the acts or allegations underlying the action are arguably within the scope of the employee[s legislative duties, and the cochairpersons may obtain outside legal counsel in any action in which the legislature is a party or in which the interests of the legislature are affected, as determined by the cochairpersons. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill eliminates these provisions. Under the bill, representatives to the assembly and senators, as well as legislative employees, may continue to receive legal representation from DOJ in most legal proceedings. Advice and consent of the senate Under current law, any individual nominated by the governor or another state officer or agency subject to the advice and consent of the senate, whose confirmation for the office or position is rejected by the senate, may not do any of the following during the legislative session biennium in which his or her nomination is rejected: 1. Hold the office or position for which he or she was rejected. 2. Be nominated again for that office or position. 3. Perform any duties of that office or position. The bill eliminates those restrictions. Records and correspondence of legislators Under current law, the Public Records Board prescribes policies and standards for the retention and disposition of public records made or received by a state officer or agency. However, for purposes of public records retention, the definition of Xpublic recordsY does not include the records and correspondence of any legislator. The bill eliminates that exception for a legislator[s records and correspondence. Passive review by JCF; objections to be public Current law requires that JCF review certain proposed actions before an agency may execute the action. The review required often takes the form of a passive review. In a passive review, the agency must submit the proposed action to JCF and if the cochairpersons of JCF do not notify the agency within a certain period, often 14 days, that a member of JCF has objected to the action, the agency may execute the proposed action. If, however, a member objects, the agency is limited to the action as approved or modified by JCF. The bill specifies that the name of any JCF member who objects to the proposed action, as well as the reason the member objects, must be recorded and made publicly available. Capitol security Under current law, DOA is required to submit any proposed changes to security at the capitol, including the posting of a firearm restriction, to JCLO for approval under passive review. The bill eliminates that requirement. TAXATION INCOME TAXATION Tax exemption for tips The bill creates an income tax exemption for cash tips received by an employee from the customers of the employee[s employer. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Earned income tax credit The bill increases the amount that an individual with fewer than three qualifying children may claim as the Wisconsin earned income tax credit (EITC). Under current law, the Wisconsin EITC is equal to a percentage of the federal EITC. The percentage is 4 percent of the federal EITC if the individual has one qualifying child, 11 percent if the individual has two qualifying children, and 34 percent if the individual has three or more qualifying children. The credit is refundable, which means that if the credit exceeds the individual[s tax liability, he or she will receive the excess as a refund check. Under the bill, the percentage of the federal EITC that an eligible individual may claim for Wisconsin purposes is 16 percent if the individual has one qualifying child, 25 percent if the individual has two qualifying children, and 34 percent if the individual has three or more qualifying children. Homestead tax credit expansion Under current law, the homestead tax credit is a refundable income tax credit that may be claimed by homeowners and renters. The credit is based on the claimant[s household income and the amount of property taxes or rent constituting property taxes on his or her Wisconsin homestead. Because the credit is refundable, if the credit exceeds the claimant[s income tax liability, he or she receives the excess as a refund check. Under current law, there are three key dollar amounts used when calculating the credit: 1. If household income is $8,060 or less, the credit is 80 percent of the property taxes or rent constituting property taxes. If household income exceeds $8,060, the property taxes or rent constituting property taxes are reduced by 8.785 percent of the household income exceeding $8,060, and the credit is 80 percent of the reduced property taxes or rent constituting property taxes. 2. The credit may not be claimed if household income exceeds $24,680. 3. The maximum property taxes or rent constituting property taxes used to calculate the credit is $1,460. Beginning with claims filed for the 2025 tax year, the bill increases the income phase-out threshold from $8,060 to $19,000, reduces the percentage used for household income above the income phase-out threshold to 7.891 percent, and increases the maximum income amount from $24,680 to $37,500. The bill also indexes the $19,000, $37,500, and $1,460 amounts for inflation during future tax years. Changing the name of the homestead credit The bill also renames the homestead income tax credit to the property tax and rent rebate. Veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit eligibility expansion The bill reduces the eligibility threshold for an eligible veteran, the spouse of an eligible veteran, and the unremarried surviving spouse of an eligible veteran to claim the veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit under the individual LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 income tax system. Under the bill, a claimant may claim the credit if the service- connected disability rating of the veteran for whom the claimant is claiming the credit is at least 70 percent. Currently, that rating must be 100 percent. Under the bill, the maximum credit that a claimant may claim is multiplied by the percentage of the service-connected disability rating. The bill does not affect a claimant who claims the credit based on the individual unemployability rating. Under current law, a claimant may also claim the credit if the disability rating based on individual unemployability of the veteran for whom the claimant is claiming the credit is 100 percent. Rent qualifying for the veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit Current law does not expressly address the treatment of renters for purposes of claiming the veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit. DOR allows an eligible veteran or surviving spouse who is a renter to claim the credit if he or she is required to pay the property taxes under a written agreement with the landlord and pays the property taxes directly to the municipality. Under the bill, an eligible veteran or surviving spouse who is a renter may claim the veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit in an amount equal to his or her rent constituting property taxes. The bill defines Xrent constituting property taxesY to mean 20 percent of the rent paid during the year for the use of a principal dwelling if heat is included in the rent and 25 percent of the rent if heat is not included. Adding a fifth income tax bracket The bill adds a fifth income tax bracket having a rate of 9.80 percent for individuals and married joint filers with taxable income exceeding $1,000,000 and for married separate filers with taxable income exceeding $500,000. Under current law, there are four income tax brackets for single individuals, certain fiduciaries, heads of households, and married persons. The brackets are indexed for inflation. Under the bill, which first applies to taxable year 2025, there are five income tax brackets for single individuals, certain fiduciaries, heads of households, and married persons. The brackets are indexed for inflation. The rate of taxation under the bill for the five brackets for single individuals, certain fiduciaries, and heads of households, before indexing, is as follows: 1. For taxable income not exceeding $7,500, 3.5 percent. 2. For taxable income exceeding $7,500, but not $15,000, 4.40 percent. 3. For taxable income exceeding $15,000, but not $225,000, 5.3 percent. 4. For taxable income exceeding $225,000, but not $1,000,000, 7.65 percent. 5. For taxable income exceeding $1,000,000, 9.80 percent. The rates that apply to married joint filers under the bill are the same as the rates that apply to single individuals, fiduciaries, and heads of households, but the income limitations are higher. The lowest bracket applies to taxable income not exceeding $10,000; the second bracket applies to taxable income exceeding $10,000, but not $20,000; the third bracket applies to taxable income exceeding $20,000, but LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 not $300,000; the fourth bracket applies to taxable income exceeding $300,000, but not $1,000,000; and the fifth bracket applies to taxable income exceeding $1,000,000. Increasing the personal exemption The bill increases from $700 to $1,200 the income tax personal exemption for taxpayers, their spouses, and their dependents. Manufacturing and agriculture credit limitation Currently, a person may claim a tax credit on the basis of the person[s income from manufacturing or agriculture. A taxpayer may claim a credit equal to 7.5 percent of the income derived either from the sale of tangible personal property manufactured in whole or in part on property in this state that is assessed as manufacturing property or from the sale of tangible personal property produced, grown, or extracted in whole or in part from property in this state assessed as agricultural property. If the amount of the credit exceeds the taxpayer[s income tax liability, the taxpayer does not receive a refund, but may apply the balance to the taxpayer[s tax liability in subsequent taxable years. The bill limits to $300,000 the amount of income from manufacturing that a person may use as the basis for claiming the credit. The bill does not affect the amount of income from agriculture that may be used as a basis for claiming the credit. Film production tax credit The bill creates income and franchise tax credits for film production companies, and the Department of Tourism implements the tax credit. Under the bill, a film production company may claim a credit that is equal to 25 percent of the salary or wages paid to the company[s employees in the taxable year for services rendered in this state to produce a film, video, broadcast advertisement, or television production, as approved by the Department of Tourism, and paid to employees who were residents of this state at the time that they were paid. The total amount of the credits that may be claimed by a taxpayer may not exceed an amount that is equal to the first $250,000 of salary and wages paid to each of the taxpayer[s employees in the taxable year, not including the salary or wages paid to the taxpayer[s two highest-paid employees in the taxable year, for a production with budgeted expenditures of $1,000,000 or more. If the total amount of the credits claimed by a taxpayer exceeds the taxpayer[s tax liability, the state will not issue a refund, but the taxpayer may carry forward any remaining credit to subsequent taxable years. Under the bill, a film production company may claim an income and franchise tax credit in an amount that is equal to 25 percent of the production expenditures paid by the company in the taxable year to produce a film, video, broadcast advertisement, or television production. If the total amount of the credits claimed by the company exceeds the company[s tax liability, the state will issue a refund. The bill also allows a film production company to claim an income and LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 franchise tax credit, for the first three taxable years that the company is doing business in this state, in an amount that is equal to 25 percent of the amount that the claimant paid in the taxable year to purchase depreciable tangible personal property or to acquire, construct, rehabilitate, remodel, or repair real property. Under the bill, a film production company may claim an income and franchise tax credit that is equal to the amount of sales and use taxes that the claimant paid for tangible personal property and taxable services that are used to produce a film, video, broadcast advertisement, or television production in this state. The bill provides that the Department of Tourism may not allocate more than $10,000,000 in film production and investments tax credits in each fiscal year. The bill also requires the Department of Tourism to annually submit a report to the legislature that specifies the number of persons who submitted credit applications in the previous year and the amount of the credits allocated to each such applicant and to make recommendations on improving the efficiency of the program. Finally, the bill requires the Legislative Audit Bureau to biennially prepare a performance evaluation audit of the program implemented by the Department of Tourism. Eligibility of nuclear power research for the research credit Under the bill, beginning in the 2025 tax year, qualified research expenses incurred for research related to nuclear power are eligible for the research income tax credit. Under current law, the research credit is an income and franchise tax credit equal to a specified percentage of the person[s qualified research expenses that exceed 50 percent of the average qualified research expenses for the three taxable years immediately preceding the taxable year for which the person claims the credit. Current law allows a person to receive a refund in an amount not exceeding 25 percent of their allowable claim for the research credit. Changes to state supplement to federal historic rehabilitation credit The bill makes the following changes to the state supplement to the federal historic rehabilitation credit: 1) eliminates the requirement for claiming the credit of incurring at least $50,000 in qualified rehabilitation expenditures; 2) eliminates the requirement that the state credit be claimed at the same time as the claimant claims the federal historic rehabilitation credit; and 3) allows partnerships, limited liability companies, and tax-option corporations to claim the credit and prohibits partners of a partnership, members of a limited liability company, and shareholders of a tax-option corporation from claiming the credit. Current law authorizes WEDC to certify a person to receive a tax credit equal to 20 percent of the qualified rehabilitation expenses, as defined under federal law, for certified historic structures on property located in this state and for the rehabilitation expenses for qualified rehabilitated buildings, as defined under federal law, that are not certified historic structures. Flood insurance premiums The bill creates a nonrefundable individual income tax credit for flood insurance premiums. The credit is equal to 10 percent of the amount of the premiums that an individual paid in the taxable year for flood insurance, but the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 amount of the claim may not exceed $60 in any taxable year. Because the credit is nonrefundable, it may be claimed only up to the amount of the individual[s tax liability. Private school tuition deduction Under current law, an individual, when computing income for income tax purposes, may deduct the tuition paid during the year to send his or her dependent child to private school. The maximum deduction is $4,000 for an elementary school pupil and $10,000 for a secondary school pupil. Under the bill, only individuals whose Wisconsin adjusted gross income is below a threshold amount may claim the deduction for private school tuition. The threshold amount is $100,000 for single individuals and heads of household, $150,000 for married couples filing jointly, and $75,000 for married individuals filing separately. Increasing disability income subtraction and expanding eligibility The bill increases and expands the individual state income tax subtraction, or deduction, for disability payments received by a person under the age of 65 who is retired and who is permanently and totally disabled. Under the bill, beginning in tax year 2025, up to $5,500 of disability payments may be subtracted annually from an individual[s taxable income. In addition, the bill expands eligibility for claiming the subtraction to individuals having a federal adjusted gross income under $30,000 or under $60,000 if married. Under current law, up to $5,000 of disability payments may be subtracted, and to be eligible, a person must have federal adjusted gross income under $20,200 or under $25,400 if married and both spouses are disabled. Subtraction for labor organization dues Beginning in 2027, the bill provides an individual income tax subtraction for the amount of membership dues and expenses paid by a person to a labor organization. Increasing the adoption deduction The bill increases to $15,000 the maximum deduction allowed for adoption expenses for purposes of the state income tax. Under current law, a full-year resident who is an adoptive parent may deduct from taxable income up to $5,000 of the adoption fees, court costs, or legal fees relating to the adoption of a child paid during the tax year during which the final order of adoption has been entered and paid during the prior two tax years. Tax credit for installing universal changing stations The bill creates an income and franchise tax credit for small businesses that install universal changing stations. Under the bill, a Xuniversal changing stationY is a floor-mounted or wall-mounted, powered, and height-adjustable adult changing table with a safety rail that can be used for personal hygiene by an individual with a disability of either sex and the individual[s care provider. The credit applies for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Under the bill, a small business is any entity that, during the preceding taxable year, either had gross receipts of no more than $1,000,000 or employed no more than 30 full-time employees. The credit is equal to 50 percent of the amount the small business paid to install the universal changing station, up to a maximum credit of $5,125. The credit may be claimed only if the universal changing station meets certain requirements relating to size, maneuverability space, weight load, and adjustability. Dividends received deduction limitation Current law allows corporations to deduct, for income and franchise tax purposes, the dividends received from related corporations. The dividends must be paid on common stock, and the corporation receiving the dividends must own at least 70 percent of the total combined voting stock of the other corporation. Current law also allows businesses to carry forward net business losses to future taxable years in order to offset income in those years. Under the bill, a business may not take the dividends received deduction into account when determining if it has a net business loss that can be carried forward. Internal Revenue Code references The bill adopts, for state income and franchise tax purposes, certain changes made to the Internal Revenue Code by the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, enacted in December 2017. The bill adopts provisions of the act related to the limitation on losses for taxpayers other than corporations; certain special rules for the taxable year of inclusion; the limitation on business-related deduction for interest; the limitation on the deduction by employers of expenses for fringe benefits; the limitation on the deduction for Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation premiums; and the limitation on excessive employee remuneration. PROPERTY TAXATION Increasing the school levy property tax credit The bill increases the appropriation for the school levy property tax credit so that the total amount distributed to claim against property tax liability is $1,400,300,000 in the 2025]26 fiscal year and $1,524,700,000 in the 2026]27 fiscal year. Currently the annual distribution is $1,275,000,000. Telecom and communication tower exemption The bill exempts radio, cellular, and telecommunication towers from the property tax. The bill also exempts radio, cellular, and telecommunication towers that are classified as real property from the telephone company tax. School aid reduction information The bill requires that a person[s property tax bill include information from the school district where the property is located regarding the amount of any gross reduction in state aid to the district as a result of pupils enrolled in the statewide choice program or the Racine choice program or as a result of making payments to private schools under the special needs scholarship program. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Manufacturing property assessment fees Under current law, DOR assesses manufacturing property for property tax purposes and imposes a fee on each municipality in which the property is located to cover part of the assessment costs. If a municipality does not pay by March 31 of the following year, DOR reduces the municipality[s July and November shared revenue distribution by the amount of the fee. The bill requires the fee to be collected from a reduction in the municipality[s shared revenue distribution, and if DOR is unable to collect the fee in this manner, then the fee is directly imposed on the municipality. GENERAL TAXATION Sales tax exemption for electricity and natural gas Under current law, electricity and natural gas sold during the months of November, December, January, February, March, and April for residential use is exempt from the sales and use tax. The bill exempts from the sales and use tax electricity and natural gas sold for residential use regardless of when it is sold. Sales tax exemption for over-the-counter drugs The bill creates a sales and use tax exemption for the sale of over-the-counter drugs. County and municipality sales and use taxes Current law allows a county to enact an ordinance to impose sales and use taxes at the rate of 0.5 percent of the sales price or purchase price on tangible personal property and taxable services. The county must use the revenue from the taxes for property tax relief. Under the bill, a county may impose that county sales and use tax at the rate of 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, or 0.5 percent. The bill also allows a county, except for Milwaukee County, to impose, by ordinance, an additional sales and use tax at the rate of 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, or 0.5 percent of the sales price or purchase price on tangible personal property and taxable services. However, the ordinance does not take effect unless approved by a majority of the voters of the county at a referendum. The revenue from those taxes may be used for any purpose designated by the county board or specified in the ordinance or in the referendum approving the ordinance. The bill also allows a municipality, except for the City of Milwaukee, with a 2020 population exceeding 30,000 to enact an ordinance to impose sales and use taxes at the rate of 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, or 0.5 percent of the sales price or purchase price on tangible personal property and taxable services. The ordinance does not take effect unless approved by a majority of the voters of the municipality at a referendum. The revenue from those taxes may be used for any purpose designated by the governing body of the municipality or specified in the ordinance or in the referendum approving the ordinance. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Sales tax exemption for diapers and feminine hygiene products The bill creates a sales and use tax exemption for the sale of diapers and feminine hygiene products. Breastfeeding equipment The bill creates a sales and use tax exemption for breast pumps, breast pump kits, and breast pump storage and collection supplies. Sales and use tax exemption for gun safety items The bill creates a sales and use tax exemption for sales of gun safes, trigger locks, and gun barrel locks. Prairie and wetland counseling services Under current law, the sale of landscaping and lawn maintenance services is subject to the sales tax. The bill excludes from taxable landscaping services the planning and counseling services for the restoration, reclamation, or revitalization of prairie, savanna, or wetlands if such services are provided for a separate and optional fee distinct from other services. Sales tax exemption for energy systems Current law provides a sales and use tax exemption for a product that has as its power source wind energy, direct radiant energy received from the sun, or gas generated from anaerobic digestion of animal manure and other agricultural waste, if the product produces at least 200 watts of alternating current or 600 British thermal units per day. The sale of electricity or energy produced by the product is also exempt. The bill modifies current law so that the exemption applies to solar power systems and wind energy systems that produce electrical or heat energy directly from the sun or wind and are capable of continuously producing at least 200 watts of alternating current or 600 British thermal units. In addition, the exemption applies to a waste energy system that produces electrical or heat energy directly from gas generated from anaerobic digestion of animal manure and other agricultural waste and is capable of continuously producing at least 200 watts of alternating current or 600 British thermal units. A system for which the exemption applies includes tangible personal property sold with the system that is used primarily to store or facilitate the storage of the electrical or heat energy produced by the system. Elimination of sales tax exemption for farm-raised deer The bill eliminates the sales and use tax exemption that applies to the sale of farm-raised deer to a person operating a hunting preserve or game farm in this state. Vapor products Current law imposes a tax on vapor products, which are any noncombustible products that produce vapor or aerosol for inhalation from the application of a heating element to a liquid or other substance that is depleted as the product is LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 used, regardless of whether the liquid or other substance contains nicotine. The tax is imposed at the rate of 5 cents per milliliter of the liquid or other substance based on the volume as listed by the manufacturer. The bill taxes vapor products at the rate of 71 percent of the manufacturer[s established list price and modifies the definition of Xvapor product.Y Under the bill, Xvapor productY means a noncombustible product that employs a heating element, power source, electronic circuit, or other electronic, chemical, or mechanical means that can be used to produce vapor from a solution or other substance, regardless of whether the product contains nicotine. A Xvapor productY is defined to include an electronic cigarette, electronic cigar, electronic cigarillo, electronic pipe, or similar product or device, as well as any container of a solution or other substance that is intended to be used with these items. The bill specifies that any product regulated by the federal Food and Drug Administration as a drug or device is not a vapor product. Little cigars The bill taxes little cigars at the same rate as the excise tax imposed on cigarettes. Under current law, all cigars are taxed at the rate of 71 percent of the manufacturer[s established list price, limited to 50 cents per cigar. Under the bill, little cigars are taxed at the rate of 126 mills per little cigar, regardless of weight. The bill defines Xlittle cigarY to mean a cigar that has an integrated cellulose acetate filter and is wrapped in any substance containing tobacco. Filing fee increase for petitions to Tax Appeals Commission The bill increases the filing fee paid by petitioners who file certain petitions for review with the Tax Appeals Commission. Specifically, under the bill, the filing fee increases from $25 to $250 for petitions that do not involve a small claims case. The bill also modifies the definition of Xsmall claimsY to a matter in which the amount in controversy is less than or equal to the amount used to determine the applicability of small claims procedure to certain civil actions under current law, which is currently $10,000. Under current law, the definition of Xsmall claimsY for cases decided by the Tax Appeals Commission is $2,500, and certain procedures of the Tax Appeals Commission for deciding cases differ between small claims cases and non]small claims cases. Electronic filing of petitions with Tax Appeals Commission The bill allows electronic filing of petitions for review to the Tax Appeals Commission and specifies that a petition filed electronically is considered timely filed if submitted by midnight of the last day for filing. Providing notices for public utility taxes Under current law, public utility companies, including railroads and air carriers, are exempt from local property taxes and instead are subject to special state taxes. Current law requires DOR to send certain notices regarding these taxes by certified mail. Under the bill, DOR must still provide the notices but is no LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 longer required to send them to public utilities subject to ad valorem taxes by certified mail. TRANSPORTATION HIGHWAYS AND LOCAL ASSISTANCE Enumeration of the I 39/90/94 project Under current law, major highway projects must be specifically authorized by the legislature and approved by the transportation projects commission before construction on the project may begin. The bill enumerates the I 39/90/94 project, which the bill defines to mean XI 39/90/94 extending approximately 67 miles in Dane, Columbia, Sauk, and Juneau counties from USH 12/18 in Madison to USH 12/STH 16 in Wisconsin Dells, including I 39 from I 90/94 to Levee Road near the city of Portage, and including all interchanges and work on adjacent roadways necessary for the completion of the project.Y Currently, moneys are appropriated to DOT for various purposes relating to state highway facilities. DOT is prohibited from encumbering or expending those moneys for purposes related to the purchase of land, easements, or development rights in land, unless the purchase is in association with a highway project and the land or interest in land is located within one-quarter mile of the highway. The bill exempts the I 39/90/94 project from this prohibition. Sound barriers on I 894 The bill requires DOT, during the 2025]27 fiscal biennium, to allocate $19,500,000 for the construction of sound barriers on I 894, between 27th street and 76th street, in Milwaukee County. Contract cost threshold for gubernatorial approval Under current law, DOT may enter into contracts for services. Certain contracts that exceed a specified cost threshold require the approval of the governor. The bill increases the cost threshold for the following contract types: 1. For engineering, consulting, surveying, or other specialized services, increased from $3,000 to $100,000. 2. For highway improvements, increased from $1,000 to $250,000. 3. For counties to perform highway improvements, increased from $5,000 to $100,000. 4. For performing portions of improvement work affecting railroads or utilities, increased from $5,000 to $100,000. 5. For prompt repair, protection, or preservation of state highways jeopardized by extraordinary conditions or emergency, increased from $10,000 to $100,000. Requirements for local transportation projects Under current law, for certain highway projects for which DOT spends federal money, federal money must make up at least 70 percent of the funding for those projects. DOT is required to notify political subdivisions receiving aid for local projects whether the aid includes federal moneys and how those moneys must be spent. For certain projects that receive no federal money, DOT may not require LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 political subdivisions to comply with any portion of DOT[s facilities development manual other than design standards. Any local project funded with state funds under the surface transportation program or the local bridge program must be let through competitive bidding and by contract to the lowest responsible bidder. The bill eliminates all of these requirements. Traffic calming grants Under the bill, DOT must develop and administer a local traffic calming grant program. Under the program, DOT must award grants to political subdivisions for infrastructure projects designed to reduce the speed of vehicular traffic. Mass transit aids Under current law, DOT provides state aid payments to local public bodies in urban areas served by mass transit systems to assist the local public bodies with the expenses of operating those systems. There are five classes of mass transit systems, and the total amount of state aid payments to four of these classes is limited to a specific amount in each calendar year. The fifth class consists of certain commuter or light rail systems, and no state aid amounts are specified for this class. The bill modifies the criteria by which mass transit systems are placed into classes, modifying the threshold operating expenses for each class and updating the census by which population-based class distinctions are determined for two of the classes. For the four classes of mass transit systems for which state aid amounts are specified, the bill does the following to the total amount limits: 1. For mass transit systems having annual operating expenses of $100,000,000 or more, the bill maintains the current limit of $66,787,400 in calendar year 2025 and increases the limit to $69,458,900 in calendar year 2026 and to $72,237,300 in calendar year 2027 and thereafter. 2. For mass transit systems having annual operating expenses of more than $30,000,000 but less than $100,000,000, the bill maintains the current limit of $17,549,500 in calendar year 2025 and increases the limit to $18,251,500 in calendar year 2026 and to $18,981,600 in calendar year 2027 and thereafter. 3. For mass transit systems serving urban areas having a population of at least 50,000 but having annual operating expenses of no more than $30,000,000, the bill maintains the current limit of $25,475,900 in calendar year 2025 and increases the limit to $26,494,900 in calendar year 2026 and to $27,554,700 in calendar year 2027 and thereafter. 4. For mass transit systems serving urban areas having a population of less than 50,000, the bill maintains the current limit of $5,398,600 in calendar year 2025 and increases the limit to $9,800,600 in calendar year 2026 and to $10,192,600 in calendar year 2027 and thereafter. General transportation aids Under current law, DOT administers a general transportation aids program that makes aid payments to a county based on a share-of-costs formula, and to a municipality based on the greater of a share-of-costs formula or an aid rate per LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 mile. The aid rate per mile is $2,734 for 2025. The bill increases the aid rate per mile to $2,816 for 2026 and $2,901 for 2027 and thereafter. Currently, the maximum annual amount of aid that may be paid to counties under the program is $132,276,700. The bill maintains this amount for 2025 and increases this amount to $136,245,000 for 2026 and $140,332,400 for 2027 and thereafter. Currently, the maximum annual amount of aid that may be paid to municipalities under the program is $415,116,200. The bill maintains this amount for 2025 and increases this amount to $427,569,700 for 2026 and $440,396,800 for 2027 and thereafter. Local road improvement program funding Under current law, DOT administers the local roads improvement program (LRIP) to assist political subdivisions in improving seriously deteriorating local roads by reimbursing political subdivisions for certain improvements. LRIP has several components, including discretionary grants. Current law specifies dollar amounts that DOT must allocate in each fiscal year to each of three project types that exceed specified cost thresholds: 1) county trunk highway improvements that exceed $250,000; 2) town road improvements that exceed $100,000; and municipal street improvements that exceed $250,000. The bill increases the amounts that DOT is required to allocate for discretionary grants for the three project types, as follows: 1. Allocations for county trunk highway improvements are increased from $5,840,200 to $6,015,400 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $6,195,900 in fiscal year 2026]27 and each fiscal year thereafter. 2. Allocations for town road improvements are increased from $6,398,000 to $6,590,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $6,787,600 in fiscal year 2026]27 and each fiscal year thereafter. 3. Allocations for municipal street improvements are increased from $4,166,900 to $4,291,900 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $4,420,700 in fiscal year 2026]27 and each fiscal year thereafter. In addition to the ongoing LRIP, onetime funding has previously been appropriated to provide supplemental grants to local governments for projects that are eligible for discretionary grants. This funding was provided for fiscal year 2019]20, with specified amounts required to be allocated between improvement projects on county trunk highways, town roads, and municipal streets. The bill provides that supplemental grants in fiscal year 2025]26 be allocated so that the total funding is distributed among the three project types at the same percentage that each group was allocated funding in fiscal year 2019]20. The bill changes the funding source for these grants from the transportation fund to the general fund. Local roads improvement grants to Ontario and DeForest The bill requires DOT to provide local roads improvement program (LRIP) grants of $500,000 to the village of Ontario for residential street development and $6,000,000 to the village of DeForest for improvements to the I 39/CTH XVY interchange. Under current law, DOT administers LRIP to assist political subdivisions in improving seriously deteriorating local roads by reimbursing political subdivisions for certain improvements. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 3) 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Agricultural roads improvement program general fund appropriation Under current law, DOT administers an agricultural roads improvement program (ARIP) under which DOT provides grants to political subdivisions for projects to improve certain highway facilities that facilitate access to agricultural lands. Currently, a transportation fund appropriation funds the grants. The bill adds a general fund appropriation to fund grants under the program. Agricultural roads improvement program time limits Currently, all grants under ARIP must be awarded by June 23, 2026, and only costs incurred by June 23, 2028, may be reimbursed. These dates represent three years and five years, respectively, from the effective date of the bill creating ARIP. The bill provides that any grants made from moneys appropriated in the 2025]27 fiscal biennium must be awarded by three years from the effective date of the bill and only costs incurred by five years from the effective date of the bill may be reimbursed. Local bridge and culvert improvements set-aside The bill requires DOT to designate 10 percent of the moneys appropriated for LRIP discretionary supplemental grants and ARIP in the 2025]27 fiscal biennium for grants for improvements to certain local bridges or culverts identified as being in poor or worse condition. County forest road aids Under current law, DOT provides aid to counties for the improvement of public roads within county forests. The current amount of aid is $351 per mile of county forest road. The bill maintains the aid amount for calendar year 2025 and increases the aid amount, per mile of road, to $361 in calendar year 2026 and $373 in calendar year 2027 and each year thereafter. Bonding authority for design-build program Under current law, DOT administers the design-build project program, under which highway improvement project contracts are awarded to a single builder that designs, engineers, and constructs the project. Under the program, DOT may fund state highway rehabilitation projects, major highway projects, or southeast Wisconsin freeway megaprojects. The state is authorized to contract public debt in an amount up to $20,000,000 for the program. The bill increases the authorized public debt for this purpose by $92,500,000, to $112,500,000. I 94 east-west corridor bonding Under current law, the state may contract up to $40,000,000 in public debt for reconstruction of the XI 94 east-west corridor,Y which is all freeways, including related interchange ramps, roadways, and shoulders, encompassing I 94 in Milwaukee County from 70th Street to 16th Street, and all adjacent frontage roads and collector road systems. The bill increases the authorized general obligation bonding limit for this purpose by $185,171,300, to a total of $225,171,300. Use of revenue bond proceeds for state highway rehabilitation Under current law, the Building Commission may issue revenue bonds for certain major highway projects and transportation administrative facilities. Also LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 under current law, state highway rehabilitation projects are funded from various sources, including bond proceeds, but not from proceeds of revenue bonds. The bill provides that revenue bond proceeds may be expended for state highway rehabilitation projects. Transportation revenue bonds Under current law, the Building Commission may issue revenue bonds for major highway projects and transportation administrative facilities in a principal amount that may not exceed $4,325,885,700. The bill increases the revenue bond limit to $4,644,920,800, an increase of $319,035,100. DRIVERS AND MOTOR VEHICLES Noncitizen driver[s licenses Under 2007 Wisconsin Act 20, certain provisions specified in the federal REAL ID Act of 2005 (REAL ID) were incorporated into state law, and these provisions became effective on January 1, 2013. Among these provisions was the requirement that DOT follow certain procedures in processing applications for driver[s licenses and identification cards. However, under 2011 Wisconsin Acts 23 and 32, DOT may process applications for driver[s licenses and identification cards in a manner other than that required by REAL ID if the driver[s licenses and identification cards are marked to indicate that they are not REAL ID compliant and DOT processes the applications in compliance with DOT practices and procedures applicable immediately prior to implementation of REAL ID. Under current law, an applicant for a driver[s license or identification card, regardless of whether it is REAL ID compliant or REAL ID noncompliant, must provide to DOT 1) an identification document that includes either the applicant[s photograph or both the applicant[s full legal name and date of birth; documentation, which may be the same as item 1, above, showing the applicant[s date of birth; 3) proof of the applicant[s social security number or verification that the applicant is not eligible for a social security number; 4) documentation showing the applicant[s name and address of principal residence; and 5) documentary proof that the applicant is a U.S. citizen or is otherwise lawfully present in the United States. However, in processing an application for a REAL ID noncompliant driver[s license or identification card, DOT is not required to meet the standards for document retention and verification that are imposed for REAL ID compliant products. Under the bill, an applicant for a REAL ID noncompliant driver[s license or identification card (noncompliant REAL ID) is not required to provide documentary proof that the applicant is a U.S. citizen or is otherwise lawfully present in the United States. Also, an applicant may, in lieu of item 1 above, provide an individual taxpayer identification number, a foreign passport, or any other documentation deemed acceptable to DOT and, in lieu of items documentation deemed acceptable to DOT. If the applicant does not have a social security number, the applicant is required to provide verification only that he or she LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2) 4 above, provide 2 and 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 does not have one, rather than verification that he or she is not eligible for one. In processing an application for, and issuing or renewing, a noncompliant REAL ID, DOT may not include any question or require any proof or documentation as to whether the applicant is a U.S. citizen or is otherwise lawfully present in the United States. The license document issued must display, on its face, the words XNot valid for voting purposes. Not evidence of citizenship or immigration status.Y The bill does not change any current law requirements related to driver qualifications such as minimum age or successful completion of knowledge and driving skills tests. With limited exceptions, DOT may not disclose social security numbers obtained from operator[s license or identification card applicants. The bill prohibits DOT from disclosing the fact that an applicant has verified to DOT that the applicant does not have a social security number, except that DOT may disclose this information to the Elections Commission. The bill also prohibits discrimination on the basis of a person[s status as a holder or a nonholder of a noncompliant REAL ID, adding this license status as a prohibited basis for discrimination in employment, housing, and the equal enjoyment of a public place of accommodation or amusement. Authorizing special group plates Under current law, members of certain designated special groups may obtain from DOT special registration plates for certain vehicles that are owned or leased by special group members. A fee, in addition to the regular registration fee for the particular kind of vehicle, is charged for the issuance or reissuance of most special plates. The bill establishes two special groups: persons wishing to have XblackoutY registration plates and persons wishing to have XretroY registration plates. The bill requires that plates issued to members of the XblackoutY special group have a black background and white lettering displaying the word XWisconsinY and the registration number assigned to the vehicle. The bill requires that plates issued to members of the XretroY special group have a yellow background and black lettering displaying the words XAmerica[s DairylandY and XWisconsinY and the registration number assigned to the vehicle. The bill provides that, in addition to the required fees, special group members are required to make a voluntary payment of $25 to be issued the special plates. Under the bill, DOT retains $23,700, or the actual initial costs of production, whichever is less, from the voluntary payment moneys for the initial costs of production of the special plates. The remainder of the voluntary payment amounts are deposited in the transportation fund. Title fees increase Under current law, the owner of a vehicle subject to registration must apply to DOT for a certificate of title for the vehicle when the person first acquires or registers the vehicle. The bill increases from $157 to $277 the fees for a first certificate of title and a certificate of a title after transfer. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Operator license fee increase Under current law, a person must pay DOT a specified fee for issuance, renewal, upgrading, and reinstatement of licenses, endorsements, and instruction permits. The bill increases from $24 to $32.50 the fee for a license, other than a probationary license, for the operation of XClass DY motor vehicles. Driver education grant program funding Under current law, DOT administers a program to make grants to providers of driver education courses, and moneys are appropriated to DOT from the transportation fund for that purpose. Under current law, moneys are appropriated to OCI for general program operations. At the end of each fiscal year, the unencumbered balance in that appropriation account that exceeds 10 percent of the fiscal year[s expenditures from that appropriation account lapses to the general fund. The bill modifies the DOT appropriation to be from the general fund, from the amounts lapsed from the OCI appropriation account, but not to exceed $6,000,000 in a fiscal year. RAIL AND AIR TRANSPORTATION Attaching Office of the Commissioner of Railroads to DOT The bill attaches the Office of the Commissioner of Railroads to DOT for administrative purposes. Under current law, the office primarily regulates the safety of rail-highway crossings and is attached to PSC for administrative purposes. Freight rail preservation bonding Under current law, the state may contract up to $300,300,000 in public debt for DOT to acquire railroad property, provide grants and loans for railroad property acquisition and improvement, and provide intermodal freight facilities grants. The bill increases the authorized general obligation bonding limit for these purposes by $5,000,000, to $305,300,000. GENERAL TRANSPORTATION Regional transit authorities The bill authorizes the creation of a regional transit authority (RTA) in any metropolitan statistical area in which qualifying political subdivisions agree to create one. Upon creation, each regional transit authority is a public body corporate and politic and a separate governmental entity. An RTA is created if any two or more political subdivisions located within a metropolitan statistical area adopt resolutions authorizing the political subdivision to become members of the RTA. Once created, the members of an RTA consist of all political subdivisions that adopt resolutions authorizing participation. Any political subdivision located in whole or in part within a metropolitan statistical area located in whole or in part within an RTA[s jurisdiction may join the RTA. The jurisdictional area of an RTA created under the bill is the geographic area formed by the combined territorial boundaries of all participating political subdivisions. A member political subdivision may withdraw from an RTA if the governing body of LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the political subdivision adopts a resolution requesting withdrawal from the RTA and the political subdivision has paid, or made provision for the payment of, all obligations of the political subdivision to the RTA. An RTA[s authority is vested in its board of directors. Directors serve four- year terms. An RTA[s bylaws govern its management, operations, and administration and must include provisions specifying all of the following: 1. The functions or services to be provided by the RTA. 2. The powers, duties, and limitations of the RTA. 3. The maximum rate of the sales and use tax, not exceeding the statutory limit, that may be imposed by the RTA. An RTA may do all of the following: 1. Establish or acquire a comprehensive unified local transportation system, which is a transportation system comprising bus lines and other public transportation facilities generally within the jurisdictional area of the RTA. XTransportation systemY is defined to include land, structures, equipment, and other property for transportation of passengers, including by bus, rail, or other form of mass transportation. The RTA may operate this transportation system or provide for its operation by another. The RTA may contract with a public or private organization to provide transportation services in lieu of directly providing these services and may purchase and lease transportation facilities to public or private transit companies. With two exceptions, an RTA may not directly or by contract provide service outside the RTA[s jurisdictional area. 2. Coordinate specialized transportation services for persons who are disabled or age 60 or older. 3. Own or lease real or personal property. 4. Acquire property by condemnation. 5. Enter upon highways to install, maintain, and operate the RTA[s facilities. 6. Impose, by the adoption of a resolution by the RTA[s board of directors, a sales and use tax in the RTA[s jurisdictional area at a rate of not more than 0.5 percent of the sales price. 7. Impose a fee of $2 per transaction on the rental of passenger cars without drivers. 8. Incur debts and obligations. An RTA may issue tax-exempt revenue bonds, secured by a pledge of any income or revenues from any operations or other source of moneys for the RTA. The bonds of an RTA are not a debt of its member political subdivisions and neither the member political subdivisions nor the state are liable for the payment of the bonds. 9. Set fees and charges for functions, facilities, and services provided by the RTA. 10. Adopt bylaws and rules to carry out the powers and purposes of the RTA. 11. Sue and be sued in its own name. 12. Employ agents, consultants, and employees; engage professional services; LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 and purchase furniture, supplies, and materials reasonably necessary to perform its duties and exercise its powers. 13. Invest funds not required for immediate disbursement. 14. Do and perform any authorized acts by means of an agent or by contracts with any person. 15. Exercise any other powers that the board of directors considers necessary and convenient to effectuate the purposes of the RTA, including providing for passenger safety. The board of directors of an RTA must annually prepare a budget for the RTA. Rates and other charges received by the RTA may be used only for the general expenses and capital expenditures of the RTA, to pay interest, amortization, and retirement charges on the RTA[s revenue bonds, and for specific purposes of the RTA and may not be transferred to any political subdivision. The RTA must maintain an accounting system in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and must have its financial statements and debt covenants audited annually by an independent certified public accountant. An RTA must provide, or contract for the provision of, transit service within the RTA[s jurisdictional area. An RTA that acquires a transportation system for the purpose of operating the system must assume all of the employer[s obligations under any contract between the employees and management of the system to the extent allowed by law. An RTA that acquires, constructs, or operates a transportation system must negotiate an agreement with the representative of the labor organization that covers the employees affected by the acquisition, construction, or operation to protect the interests of employees affected, and that agreement must include specified provisions. Employees of the RTA are participatory employees under the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) if the RTA elects to join the WRS. Current law provides limited immunity for cities, villages, towns, counties, and other political corporations and governmental subdivisions, and for officers, officials, agents, and employees of these entities, for acts done in an official capacity or in the course of employment. Claimants must generally follow a specified claims procedure and liability for damages is generally limited to $50,000 except that no liability may be imposed for performance of a discretionary duty or for punitive damages. If a person suffers damage resulting from the negligent operation of a motor vehicle owned and operated by a county, city, village, town, school district, sewer district, or other political subdivision of the state in the course of its business, the person may file a claim for damages following this claims procedure and the amount of damages recoverable is limited to $250,000. The bill specifies that this provision related to claims and liability for negligent operation of a motor vehicle by a political subdivision applies to an RTA. The bill also allows RTAs to participate in organizing municipal insurance mutuals to provide insurance and risk management services. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Transit capital assistance grants The bill requires DOT to establish a transit capital assistance grant program, under which DOT awards grants to eligible applicants for the replacement of public transit vehicles. Certification grants under the transportation infrastructure loan program Under current law, DOT administers a transportation infrastructure loan program. Under the program, DOT provides loans and other assistance to eligible applicants for highway and transit capital projects. When loans under the program are repaid, the moneys are again made available for loan or other assistance under the program. The bill specifies that, if DOT finds that special circumstances exist, DOT may award a grant to an eligible applicant under the program for the purpose of engaging a certified public accountant to make any certifications or attestations required by DOT as a condition of receiving a loan or other assistance under the program. Determination of grant ceiling for TEA grants Under current law, DOT administers a transportation facilities economic assistance and development program (TEA). Under TEA, DOT may improve a highway, airport, or harbor, or provide other assistance for the improvement of such transportation facilities or certain rail property or railroad tracks, as part of an economic development project. DOT may also make loans for the improvement of any of these transportation facilities. The state share of costs for the improvement of any transportation facility (grant ceiling) may generally not exceed the lesser of 50 percent of the cost of the improvement or $5,000 for each job resulting from the improvement or the economic development project. The bill increases the dollar amount for each job resulting from the improvement or project used in calculating the grant ceiling to $15,000. Auto parts and repair transfer to the transportation fund The bill requires a transfer from the general fund to the transportation fund in each fiscal year, beginning on June 30, 2025. The amount of the transfer must be equal to the marginal difference between the sales tax generated from the sale of automotive parts, accessories, tires, and repair and maintenance services in fiscal year 2019-20 and the fiscal year of the transfer, as calculated by DOA. Transfer from forestry account to transportation fund The bill transfers $25,000,000 from the forestry account of the conservation fund to the transportation fund. Harbor assistance program priority Under current law, DOT administers the harbor assistance program under which it makes grants to reimburse eligible applicants for the cost of making harbor improvements. DOT is authorized to establish criteria for eligible applicants and projects and is required to prioritize projects based on the amount of tonnage and waterborne transportation handled in the harbor. The bill requires DOT, in the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 2025]27 fiscal biennium, to prioritize program grants to municipalities in which a shipbuilder in this state is conducting operations. Harbor assistance bonding authorization Under current law, the state may contract up to $167,300,000 in public debt for DOT to provide local grants for harbor assistance and for harbor improvements such as dock wall repair and maintenance, construction of new dock walls, dredging of materials from a harbor, or the placement of dredged materials in containment facilities. The bill increases the authorized general obligation bonding limit for these purposes by $30,000,000, to $197,300,000. City of Sheboygan harbor assistance grant The bill requires DOT to award a harbor assistance grant of $3,000,000 to the city of Sheboygan for the construction of an educational facility at the Harbor Centre Marina. Ignition interlock device requirement expansion Under current law, if a person is convicted of a second or subsequent offense related to operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant or other drug, with a prohibited alcohol concentration, or with a measurable amount of a controlled substance in his or her blood (OWI offense), or a first OWI offense for which his or her alcohol concentration is 0.15 or greater, a court must order the person[s operating privilege restricted to operating vehicles that are equipped with an ignition interlock device. The bill expands the ignition interlock requirement to all OWI offenses that involve the use of alcohol. VETERANS Veterans assistance Under current law, DVA administers the assistance to needy veterans grant program, which provides subsistence aid and health care aid to veterans. Under the program, DVA may provide up to $3,000 in subsistence aid per 12-month period to veterans who have suffered a loss of income due to illness, injury, or natural disaster. Under the program, DVA may also provide aid payments to a veteran to pay for dental care, hearing care, and vision care. The total lifetime limit that a veteran may receive in aid under the program is $7,500. The bill expands the program by allowing DVA to provide subsistence aid payments, in an amount of up to $5,000 per 12-month period, to a veteran who has suffered a loss of income for any reason and allows DVA to provide health care aid payments to pay for any medical device prescribed by a licensed health care provider. The bill also raises the total lifetime limit that a veteran may receive in aid under the program to $10,000. Veterans[ mental health services The bill requires DVA to promote and assist veterans[ access to, and provide grants to organizations that provide to veterans, community-based and emergency crisis mental health services. The bill gives DVA authority to promulgate emergency rules to administer the requirements of the bill. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Transfer of funds The bill transfers from the general fund to the DVA appropriation used for the institutional operations of veterans homes $7,100,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $14,800,000 in fiscal year 2026]27. Hmong and Laotian veterans The bill expands the definition of XveteranY to include both 1) a person who resides in this state who was naturalized pursuant to the federal Hmong Veterans[ Naturalization Act of 2000, and 2) a person who resides in this state who the secretary of veterans affairs has determined served honorably with a special guerrilla unit or irregular forces operating from a base in Laos in support of the armed forces of the United States at any time during the period from February 28, 1961, to September 18, 1978, and who is a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident of the United States. The bill extends most veterans benefits to anyone who meets this newly expanded definition of veteran; however, admission to a state veterans home and burial in a veterans cemetery are not included benefits as they are subject to federal regulation. Veterans service officer grants The bill increases the dollar amount of veteran service officer grants made to counties and governing bodies of federally recognized American Indian tribes and bands. Under current law, DVA is required to annually award a grant to a county that employs a certain elected or appointed county veterans service officer. The grant is awarded for the purpose of improving a county[s services to veterans and varies in amount depending on the county[s population. A county that employs a part-time county veterans service officer is eligible to receive an annual grant not exceeding $550. DVA may also make annual grants to the governing body of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band if the tribal governing body appoints a tribal veterans service officer and enters into an agreement with DVA regarding the creation, goals, and objectives of the tribal veterans service officer position. The bill increases the dollar amount of the veterans service officer grants awarded to counties in the following ways: 1) for counties with a population of less than 20,000, the grant is increased from $11,688 to $12,300; 2) for counties with a population of 20,000 to 45,499, the grant is increased from $13,750 to $14,400; 3) for counties with a population of 45,500 to 74,999, the grant is increased from $15,813 to $16,600; and 4) for counties with a population of 75,000 or more, the grant is increased from $17,875 to $18,800. The bill also increases the dollar amount of the grant awarded to tribal governing bodies from $20,625 to $21,700. In addition, the bill eliminates the restriction on a grant for a county employing a part-time county veterans services officer. Funding increase for the operation of Camp American Legion Under current law, DVA may annually grant up to $75,000 to the Wisconsin department of the American Legion for the operation of Camp American Legion. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill increases the amount DVA may grant for the operation of Camp American Legion to up to $100,000. Because this bill relates to an exemption from state or local taxes, it may be referred to the Joint Survey Committee on Tax Exemptions for a report to be printed as an appendix to the bill. Because this bill relates to public employee retirement or pensions, it may be referred to the Joint Survey Committee on Retirement Systems for a report to be printed as an appendix to the bill. Because this bill creates a new crime or revises a penalty for an existing crime, the Joint Review Committee on Criminal Penalties may be requested to prepare a report. Because the bill may increase or decrease, directly or indirectly, the cost of the development, construction, financing, purchasing, sale, ownership, or availability of housing in this state, the Department of Administration, as required by law, will prepare a report to be printed as an appendix to this bill. This proposal may contain a health insurance mandate requiring a social and financial impact report under s. 601.423, stats. For further information see the state and local fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Senate Substitute Amendment 1 offered by Joint Committee on Finance
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OK bill #HB2261 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Professions and occupations; licensing; social workers; compact; procedures; commission; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact, a comprehensive interstate agreement designed to facilitate the practice of social workers across multiple states. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, and support workforce mobility by creating a multistate license that allows qualified social workers to practice in participating states. The bill defines three categories of multistate licenses (bachelor's, master's, and clinical) with specific eligibility requirements for each, including educational qualifications, examination standards, and supervised practice hours. A newly created Social Work Licensure Compact Commission will oversee the implementation, manage a centralized data system, and establish rules for interstate practice. The compact includes provisions for maintaining professional standards, protecting public health and safety, supporting military families, and enabling disciplinary actions across state lines. States can join the compact after meeting specific criteria, and social workers must adhere to the laws and regulations of the state where they are providing services. The compact will become effective once seven states have enacted the legislation, and it provides mechanisms for states to join, withdraw, or be terminated from the agreement while maintaining professional accountability.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to professions and occupations; stating purpose of compact; stating objectives; defining terms; providing procedures for state participation in compact; stating eligibility criteria; prescribing procedures for social worker participation in compact; prescribing procedures for Home State Licensing Authority; providing for relationship of compact to state laws and other sources of authority; prescribing procedures for reissuance of license; providing for military members; prescribing procedures related to certain adverse actions; providing for investigations; establishing Social Work Licensure Compact Commission; providing for membership, voting, and meetings of Commission; providing for data system; prescribing procedures related thereto; providing for rulemaking procedures; providing for oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement; providing for effective date of compact provisions; providing for construction and severability; providing for construction with other laws; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Professions and occupations
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Nicole Miller (R)*, Paul Rosino (R)*, Brian Hill (R), Melissa Provenzano (D), Trish Ranson (D), Ellen Pogemiller (D)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/08/2025
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WI bill #AB50 • Last Action 05/08/2025
State finances and appropriations, constituting the executive budget act of the 2025 legislature. (FE)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive budget bill for Wisconsin's 2025-2027 fiscal biennium that covers a wide range of policy areas and appropriations. Here's a summary of key provisions: The bill makes significant changes across multiple areas of state government, including: Agriculture: Provides grants for biodigester operators, dairy agriculture resilience, farm-to-school programs, and supports for agricultural producers. Creates new programs like a transition to grass pilot program and value-added agricultural practices support. Economic Development: Expands workforce housing initiatives, creates grants for small businesses, provides support for main street revitalization, and increases funding for various economic development programs. Education: Increases per-pupil aid, expands special education funding, creates new grants for school mental health services, computer science education, and financial literacy. Modifies parental choice and special needs scholarship programs. Healthcare: Expands Medicaid coverage, extends postpartum medical assistance, creates a Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board, and provides various health-related grants. Elections: Facilitates voter registration, creates an Office of Election Transparency and Compliance, modifies special election procedures, and establishes a voter bill of rights. Workforce and Employment: Expands paid family and medical leave, increases minimum wage study, creates new worker protections, and modifies various employment regulations. Marijuana: Legalizes marijuana possession for adults, creates a regulatory framework for sales, and establishes provisions for medical marijuana. The bill also includes numerous appropriations, tax changes, bonding authorizations, and policy modifications across state government. It represents a comprehensive approach to budgeting and policy-making for Wisconsin for the 2025-2027 fiscal period.
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Bill Summary: An Act; Relating to: state finances and appropriations, constituting the executive budget act of the 2025 legislature. (FE)
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Substitute Amendment 1 offered by Joint Committee on Finance
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TX bill #HB3719 • Last Action 05/08/2025
Relating to the availability of dates of birth under the public information law.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Public Information Law to clarify the circumstances under which governmental bodies can withhold an individual's date of birth. Specifically, the bill allows dates of birth to be withheld only in three specific situations: (1) as permitted by existing exceptions in Section 552.102 of the Government Code, (2) in compliance with federal privacy requirements under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996, or (3) as otherwise specified by constitutional or statutory law. The changes will apply only to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date, which will be either immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature or on September 1, 2025, if the immediate vote threshold is not met. This legislation aims to provide more transparency and consistent guidelines for when dates of birth can be kept confidential in public records, balancing privacy concerns with the principles of open government.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the availability of dates of birth under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Todd Hunter (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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MI bill #SB0078 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Criminal procedure: expunction; procedures and eligibility for the expungement of certain records; provide for. Amends secs. 1b, 1c, 1d, 2 & 3 of 1965 PA 213 (MCL 780.621b et seq.) & adds sec. 1j & repeals sec. 4 of 1965 PA 213 (MCL 780.624).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Michigan's law regarding expungement (setting aside) of criminal convictions, introducing several key changes. It creates a new pathway for individuals who committed felonies before turning 18 to have certain convictions set aside, even for offenses previously ineligible for expungement. Under this new section 1j, applicants must meet specific criteria, including being at least 15 years past release from incarceration, having no subsequent criminal convictions, demonstrating good character, and showing they are not a safety risk. The application process requires extensive documentation, including a resume, reference letters, academic credentials, and community involvement evidence, along with a $150 filing fee. The bill also clarifies how multiple convictions occurring within 24 hours of each other can be treated as a single conviction for expungement purposes, modifies waiting periods for different types of convictions, and specifies that some convictions (like certain sexual offenses) remain permanently ineligible for expungement. Additionally, the bill repeals a previous section of the law and provides guidelines for how expunged records can be retained and used by government agencies, emphasizing that expungement is a privilege, not a right, and does not completely erase the conviction's existence for all legal purposes.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled"An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties,"by amending sections 1b, 1c, 1d, 2, and 3 (MCL 780.621b, 780.621c, 780.621d, 780.622, and 780.623), section 1b as added by 2020 PA 188, section 1c as amended by 2021 PA 79, section 1d as amended by 2021 PA 82, and sections 2 and 3 as amended by 2020 PA 193, and by adding section 1j; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 5 : Sylvia Santana (D)*, Stephanie Chang (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Jeff Irwin (D), Ed McBroom (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Placed On Order Of Third Reading
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MI bill #HB4397 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Courts: judges; personal information and physical safety protections for judges, their families, and household members; enhance. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Judicial Protection Act, creates comprehensive protections for judges and their immediate family members by restricting the public disclosure of their personal identifying information. The bill defines "judge" broadly to include state, federal, and tribal court judges, and establishes a detailed list of personal identifying information that cannot be publicly posted or displayed, such as home addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, vehicle information, and workplace details. Judges can request that public bodies and other persons remove or refrain from sharing their personal information, with a mandatory 5-business-day compliance period. The legislation includes several important exceptions, such as allowing information to be shared in news stories, voluntary publications, or for specific business and legal purposes like credit reporting. If a public body or person fails to comply with a judge's request to protect their information, the judge can file a civil action to compel compliance and is entitled to recover court costs and attorney fees if successful. The bill aims to enhance the personal safety and privacy of judges and their families by providing a legal mechanism to control the dissemination of their sensitive personal information, and it will take effect 180 days after being enacted into law.
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Bill Summary: A bill to protect the safety of judges and certain other individuals; to protect certain information of judges and certain other individuals from disclosure; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and certain other people and entities; and to provide remedies.
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• Introduced: 04/29/2025
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Sarah Lightner (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: House Judiciary (10:30:00 5/7/2025 Room 521, House Office Building)
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CT bill #HB07090 • Last Action 05/07/2025
An Act Concerning The Timing And Scope Of Audits By The Auditors Of Public Accounts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the responsibilities and procedures for the Auditors of Public Accounts, a state oversight body. The bill requires the auditors to submit an annual proposed audit schedule to the legislative committee responsible for government oversight by July 1st each year. The committee will now have the authority to request more frequent audits or performance audits of state agencies, including the ability to prioritize specific audits or request follow-up audits when previous audits revealed significant violations of state statutes or regulations. The bill expands the auditors' investigative powers by allowing them to examine information from private entities contracted with state departments and conduct performance audits to assess the effectiveness of government programs. Additionally, the bill mandates that state agencies report on corrective actions within six months if an audit reveals substantive violations. The auditors maintain their existing responsibilities to audit state financial accounts, report findings to the Governor and State Comptroller, and investigate potential misuse of state funds, while also adding new reporting requirements and oversight mechanisms to enhance transparency and accountability in state government operations.
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Bill Summary: To require the Auditors of Public Accounts to provide a proposed schedule of audits to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly having cognizance of matters relating to government oversight, and to authorize such committee to request the auditors to conduct more frequent audits or performance audits of state agencies.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Tabled for the Calendar, House
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NC bill #H185 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Transylvania Rural Development Authority
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Transylvania Rural Development Authority (the Authority) as an independent body corporate in Transylvania County, North Carolina, with nine members appointed by the Transylvania Economic Alliance, each serving five-year terms and being residents of the county. Members will not be paid but can be reimbursed for expenses, and they will elect their own leadership, including a chair and vice-chair, with meetings open to the public and requiring a majority for quorum. The Authority will operate with powers similar to rural development authorities established in previous session laws, and the Transylvania County board of commissioners will have no oversight authority. The bill includes provisions to prevent conflicts of interest among Authority members and employees, mandates that members can only be removed for specific cause with due process, and requires the Authority to file a certificate of incorporation with the Secretary of State. Importantly, the bill also stipulates that governmental entities providing funds to the Authority will not be liable for environmental issues related to development projects. The legislation applies only to Transylvania County and becomes effective immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE TRANSYLVANIA RURAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/24/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Clampitt (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
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ME bill #LD1457 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Resolve, to Allow the Maine Turnpike Authority to Conduct a Pilot Program to Implement Automated Speed Control Systems in Highway Work Zones
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a three-year pilot program for the Maine Turnpike Authority to implement automated speed control systems in highway work zones, allowing up to three systems to be operational at any given time on limited access highways where the speed limit is 45 miles per hour or greater. The systems will capture images of vehicles exceeding the posted work zone speed limit by 11 miles per hour or more, and the vehicle's owner will receive a notice of violation. For a first offense, the owner will receive a written warning, while subsequent offenses will result in a fine. The bill includes detailed requirements for system operation, such as conspicuous signage, operator training, and annual system calibration. Importantly, the violations will not result in driver's license points or impact insurance rates. The systems are strictly for speed enforcement in work zones and cannot be used for general surveillance. The pilot program will run from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028, with the Maine Turnpike Authority required to submit a report evaluating the program's effectiveness by November 1, 2028. The bill also includes strict provisions for protecting the personally identifiable information collected by the systems, ensuring such data is confidential and can only be used for specific purposes related to enforcement.
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Bill Summary: This resolve authorizes the Maine Turnpike Authority to conduct a pilot program to implement up to 3 automated speed control systems at a time in highway work zones on limited access highways in the State for 3 years. The system produces an image of a motor vehicle exceeding the posted speed limit by 11 miles an hour or more in the highway work zone, including the motor vehicle's license plate number, and a notice of violation is sent to the owner of the motor vehicle, who is subject to a warning for a first offense and a fine for a 2nd or subsequent offense. The system is maintained by an operator who is responsible for calibrating the system and certifying that the system is in proper working order. Personally identifiable information of motor vehicle owners and motor vehicles captured by the system is confidential and not a public record under the Freedom of Access Act.
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• Introduced: 04/02/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 6 : Brad Farrin (R)*, Roger Albert (R), Lydia Crafts (D), Rick Mason (R), Teresa Pierce (D), D. Ray (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 04/02/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 5/7/2025 State House, Room 126)
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TX bill #SB37 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Relating to the governance of public institutions of higher education, including review of curriculum and certain degree and certificate programs, a faculty council or senate, training for members of the governing board, and the establishment of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Office of the Ombudsman; authorizing a civil penalty.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive new governance rules for public higher education institutions in Texas, focusing on several key areas of institutional oversight. The bill requires governing boards to conduct a comprehensive review of general education curricula every five years, ensuring courses are foundational, prepare students for civic and professional life, and do not promote any inherently superior ideological beliefs. It mandates the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to review degree programs every five years, assigning value ratings of "meets," "conditional," or "does not meet" based on return on investment and student debt levels. Institutions must publish these ratings and potentially close or redesign programs that receive a "does not meet" rating. The bill also creates a new Office of the Ombudsman within the Coordinating Board to investigate potential compliance issues, establishes more stringent guidelines for faculty councils and shared governance, and gives governing boards increased authority in hiring and curriculum decisions. Additionally, the bill requires governing board members to undergo more comprehensive training, emphasizing their commitment to institutions, the state, and taxpayers. The new regulations aim to increase accountability, improve educational quality, and ensure that higher education programs align with workforce needs and state priorities, with most provisions taking effect during the 2025-2026 academic year.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the governance of public institutions of higher education, including review of curriculum and certain degree and certificate programs, a faculty council or senate, training for members of the governing board, and the establishment of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Office of the Ombudsman; authorizing a civil penalty.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Brandon Creighton (R)*, Brian Birdwell (R), Brent Hagenbuch (R), Mayes Middleton (R), Charles Schwertner (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 55
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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PA bill #HB1185 • Last Action 05/07/2025
In auditors and accountants, further providing for surcharge by auditors; and, in township manager, further providing for township manager, appointment, removal, powers and duties, compensation and bond.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes two key modifications to the Second Class Township Code: First, it expands protections for township officers against financial surcharges by allowing them to avoid penalties if they act in good faith based on a written, nonconfidential legal opinion from the township solicitor, including a special counsel appointed for a specific matter, as long as the opinion was not rendered under duress or through collusion. Second, the bill broadens the definition and appointment process for township managers, now allowing the board of supervisors to appoint not just an individual, but also a partnership, limited partnership, association, or professional corporation as township manager. The bill also allows for employment or professional services agreements that can specify terms of employment and potential severance conditions, while explicitly stating that such agreements cannot guarantee retention or provide legal remedies for specific performance. Additionally, the bill clarifies that township managers (whether individuals or organizations) and their employees directly providing services are considered public officials subject to certain activity restrictions, and maintains existing restrictions on holding multiple township offices. The changes aim to provide more flexibility in township management and legal protections while maintaining professional standards.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), entitled "An act concerning townships of the second class; and amending, revising, consolidating and changing the law relating thereto," in auditors and accountants, further providing for surcharge by auditors; and, in township manager, further providing for township manager, appointment, removal, powers and duties, compensation and bond.
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• Introduced: 04/09/2025
• Added: 04/10/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Lee James (R)*, Bob Freeman (D), Christina Sappey (D), Izzy Smith-Wade-El (D), Brett Miller (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Laid on the table
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TX bill #HB4201 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Relating to the locations where a handgun license holder may carry a handgun.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Texas law regarding handgun carrying locations, primarily expanding where licensed handgun carriers can legally possess firearms. The bill narrows previous restrictions by removing language about postsecondary educational institutions in some sections and adding a new provision that allows licensed handgun carriers (with a License to Carry issued under Subchapter H, Chapter 411 of the Government Code) to carry handguns in a concealed manner or in a holster in several previously restricted locations, including polling places, racetracks, airports, certain government facilities, sporting events, correctional facilities, hospitals, nursing facilities, mental hospitals, amusement parks, and governmental meeting rooms. The bill repeals several existing statutory provisions related to weapons restrictions and clarifies that these changes only apply to offenses committed on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025. Importantly, the bill maintains that carrying in these locations is only permitted for individuals with a valid handgun license who are carrying the weapon either concealed or in a holster, and some location-specific authorizations still require written permission from the facility's administration.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the locations where a handgun license holder may carry a handgun.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Nate Schatzline (R)*, Cole Hefner (R)*, Stan Gerdes (R)*, Carrie Isaac (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars
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TX bill #HB4214 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Relating to public access to the mailing address and electronic mail address designated by a governmental body to receive a request for public information under the public information law.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Government Code to require governmental bodies to provide their public information request contact details to the Attorney General by October 1st each year, including both mailing and electronic mail addresses. The Attorney General must then create and maintain a publicly accessible online database with these contact addresses, which will help make it easier for citizens to know exactly how and where to submit public information requests for each governmental body. The purpose appears to be increasing transparency and accessibility in the public information request process by centralizing and standardizing contact information. The bill would take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature, or otherwise would take effect on September 1, 2025. By mandating annual updates and creating a centralized database, the bill aims to simplify and streamline public access to government information request procedures.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to public access to the mailing address and electronic mail address designated by a governmental body to receive a request for public information under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 04/25/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Pat Curry (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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AZ bill #SB1615 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Student athletes; employment status; restrictions
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Arizona's laws regarding collegiate athletics, specifically addressing student athletes' ability to earn compensation from their name, image, and likeness (NIL). The legislation permits universities and nonprofit organizations to assist student athletes in earning compensation through various means, including conducting raffles to support these efforts. The bill establishes comprehensive guidelines for postsecondary education institutions, stipulating that they can compensate athletes for NIL use, provide resources to help athletes secure NIL opportunities, and cannot penalize athletes for earning such compensation. Importantly, the bill explicitly prevents institutions from classifying student athletes as employees solely based on their athletic participation or NIL earnings. The legislation also protects student athletes by prohibiting regulators from preventing their full participation in intercollegiate sports due to NIL activities, obtaining professional representation, or earning roster-based compensation. Additionally, the bill provides mechanisms for legal recourse, including allowing student athletes, institutions, and marketing associates to seek injunctive relief if their NIL rights are violated. The law defines key terms like "intercollegiate sport," "student athlete," and "third-party entity" to provide clarity and ensure comprehensive coverage of NIL-related activities in collegiate athletics.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending sections 13-3302 and 15-1892, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to collegiate athletics.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : T.J. Shope (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Chapter 143
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OK bill #SB497 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Criminal procedure; requiring Forensic Review Board to provide certain notice to district attorney. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oklahoma's criminal procedure regarding individuals found not guilty by reason of mental illness or guilty with mental defect, specifically focusing on the responsibilities of the Forensic Review Board. The key change requires the Board to provide notice to the district attorney at least 45 days before meeting to determine an individual's eligibility for therapeutic visits, conditional release, or discharge. The bill maintains the existing complex process for evaluating mentally ill individuals who have been involved in criminal proceedings, including detailed examinations by mental health professionals, court hearings to assess dangerousness, and potential conditional release or hospitalization. The Forensic Review Board, composed of seven members including mental health professionals, an attorney, a retired judge, and an at-large member, continues to play a crucial role in reviewing cases and making recommendations about treatment and potential release. The bill provides precise definitions for terms like "mental illness," "dangerous," and "person requiring treatment," ensuring a comprehensive and nuanced approach to handling individuals with mental health challenges within the criminal justice system. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, giving institutions time to prepare for the new notification requirements.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 497 By: Weaver of the Senate and Turner of the House An Act relating to criminal procedure; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1161, which relates to acts committed by persons with mental illness or mental defect; requiring Forensic Review Board to provide certain notice to district attorney; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Forensic Review Board
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Darrell Weaver (R)*, Tim Turner (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 05/06/2025
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MI bill #SB0288 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Civil rights: open meetings; grounds for going into closed session when a public body consults with its attorney; modify. Amends sec. 8 of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.268).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Open Meetings Act by expanding the circumstances under which a public body can go into a closed session. The key changes include allowing closed sessions to consult with an attorney about potential or pending litigation where the public body is a party, to discuss an attorney's legal opinion, to consider settlement demands or offers, to discuss potential lawsuits the public body might file, and to consult about criminal investigations involving a public body member or employee. The bill also makes technical changes to existing provisions, such as clarifying language around closed sessions for personnel matters, student disciplinary issues, collective bargaining negotiations, and presidential searches at higher education institutions. For example, in the case of a presidential search, the bill specifies requirements for the search committee composition and the selection process, ensuring some transparency while allowing certain confidential deliberations. The bill maintains existing protections for specific types of confidential discussions while providing public bodies with more flexibility to handle sensitive matters privately, with the overarching goal of balancing public transparency with the need for confidentiality in certain administrative and legal contexts.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled"Open meetings act,"by amending section 8 (MCL 15.268), as amended by 2021 PA 166.
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• Introduced: 05/07/2025
• Added: 05/07/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Veronica Klinefelt (D)*, Erika Geiss (D), Ed McBroom (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Local Government
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CA bill #AB453 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Pupil safety: comprehensive school safety plans.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Superintendent of Public Instruction to convene a statewide stakeholder workgroup by July 1, 2026, to comprehensively review and improve school safety plans in California. The workgroup will include a diverse group of representatives from various educational and safety backgrounds, such as school administrators, teachers, law enforcement, fire agencies, parents, and students. The group will assess the current comprehensive school safety plans, examining their goals, required elements, development process, and overall effectiveness. They will make recommendations to improve the plans' structure, transparency, and usefulness, with a focus on addressing emerging safety challenges like active shooter situations, natural disasters, and other evolving threats. The Superintendent must submit a report with the workgroup's recommendations to the Department of Finance and legislative committees by July 1, 2027. The bill also allows the Department of Education to contract with non-governmental entities to help implement these provisions, with some contractual exemptions from standard government procurement rules. The underlying motivation is to ensure that school safety plans remain responsive to changing safety needs while maintaining a comprehensive and practical approach to protecting students and staff.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 32282.3 to the Education Code, relating to pupil safety.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Al Muratsuchi (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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AZ bill #HB2119 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Model city tax code; notice
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several sections of Arizona law related to municipal taxation and notification requirements. Specifically, it amends provisions about how cities must provide notice when proposing new or increased taxes, fees, or changes to the model city tax code. The bill requires municipalities to provide more detailed and advance notice to taxpayers before implementing tax changes. For instance, cities must now request a list of taxpayers in the affected tax classification at least 75 days before proposing an ordinance related to the model city tax code, and must mail notifications to those taxpayers at least 60 days before a potential vote. The bill also requires municipalities to provide more comprehensive information to business license applicants about applicable tax models and local options. Additionally, the bill extends the waiting period for implementing tax code modifications from 30 to 60 days after a public hearing. The changes aim to increase transparency and give businesses more advance warning about potential tax changes that could affect them, ensuring they have adequate time to understand and prepare for potential new tax obligations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending sections 9-499.15, 9-836, 42-2003 and 42-6054, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to the model city tax code.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Neal Carter (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Chapter 144
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PA bill #HB554 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Social Work Licensure Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes Pennsylvania to join the Social Work Licensure Compact, a comprehensive interstate agreement designed to streamline professional licensing for social workers across multiple states. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, and promote professional mobility by allowing licensed social workers to practice in multiple states under a multistate license. Key provisions include establishing a compact commission to oversee implementation, creating a data system to track licensure and disciplinary information, and defining specific requirements for social workers to obtain a multistate license. Social workers must meet educational standards, pass national exams, and maintain good standing in their home state to qualify. The compact covers three categories of social work licensure: bachelor's, master's, and clinical, and includes protections for military families and provisions for investigating and addressing potential misconduct. The compact will become operative when seven states have enacted the legislation, and it provides a framework for interstate cooperation in regulating social work practice while preserving each state's ability to protect public health and safety.
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Bill Summary: Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Social Work Licensure Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 33 : Aerion Abney (D)*, Carol Hill-Evans (D), Arvind Venkat (D), Kristine Howard (D), José Giral (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), Ben Waxman (D), Tim Brennan (D), Joe Hohenstein (D), Tarik Khan (D), Ed Neilson (D), Melissa Shusterman (D), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), Bob Freeman (D), Jenn O'Mara (D), Dan Frankel (D), Anthony Bellmon (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Justin Fleming (D), Danielle Otten (D), Dan Deasy (D), Roni Green (D), Mary Jo Daley (D), Gina Curry (D), Joanne Stehr (R), Nathan Davidson (D), Rick Krajewski (D), Tim Twardzik (R), Sean Dougherty (D), Chris Pielli (D), Bob Merski (D), Steve Samuelson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: House Amendment A00239 (PN 0555) - House Amendment A00239 (PN 0555)
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CA bill #AB1459 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Hazardous waste: underground storage tanks.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of California's Health and Safety Code related to hazardous waste management, focusing on underground storage tanks and waste treatment regulations. The bill introduces several key provisions: it allows generators to accumulate a maximum of 20 kilograms of hazardous waste and consolidate containers holding up to 20 kilograms or 5 gallons into a single consolidation container, requiring a log to be maintained with the container. The bill modifies regulations for laboratory hazardous waste treatment by establishing a priority order for treatment procedures, starting with National Research Council recommendations, then peer-reviewed scientific journal procedures, and finally manufacturer's written procedures if they do not conflict with existing rules. Additionally, the bill expands the definition of underground storage tanks to include tanks holding dielectric fluid for mechanical systems like elevators and cooling systems. The bill also allows notifications and certifications related to hazardous waste to be submitted through a statewide information management system, which modernizes reporting processes. By expanding the scope of certain waste management activities and modifying existing regulations, the bill aims to provide more flexibility for hazardous waste generators while maintaining environmental safety standards.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 25123.3, 25200.3, 25200.3.1, 25201.5, and 25281 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to hazardous materials.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on E.Q.
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PA bill #HB96 • Last Action 05/07/2025
In sale of property, providing for delinquent real estate tax notification to designated individual; and imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Real Estate Tax Sale Law to create a voluntary notification system for older adults (defined as individuals 60 years or older) who have delinquent real estate taxes. The Department of Community and Economic Development will develop a designation form that allows property owners to assign a designated individual (such as a next of kin, guardian, or legal representative) to receive tax delinquency notifications if the owner has limited ability to manage such notices or chooses to have someone else receive them. The form will collect detailed information about the property owner and the designated individual, and requires verification of the designated person's relationship to the owner. Once a completed form is submitted to the county bureau and taxing district, both the owner and designated individual will receive tax delinquency notifications. The owner can rescind this designation at any time by providing written notice. The bill also ensures the confidentiality of these forms and specifies that they are not subject to public disclosure under the Right-to-Know Law. The primary goal is to help older adults manage real estate tax communications by allowing them to designate a trusted person to receive important financial notices on their behalf.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of July 7, 1947 (P.L.1368, No.542), entitled "An act amending, revising and consolidating the laws relating to delinquent county, city, except of the first and second class and second class A, borough, town, township, school district, except of the first class and school districts within cities of the second class A, and institution district taxes, providing when, how and upon what property, and to what extent liens shall be allowed for such taxes, the return and entering of claims therefor; the collection and adjudication of such claims, sales of real property, including seated and unseated lands, subject to the lien of such tax claims; the disposition of the proceeds thereof, including State taxes and municipal claims recovered and the redemption of property; providing for the discharge and divestiture by certain tax sales of all estates in property and of mortgages and liens on such property, and the proceedings therefor; creating a Tax Claim Bureau in each county, except counties of the first and second class, to act as agent for taxing districts; defining its powers and duties, including sales of property, the management of property taken in sequestration, and the management, sale and disposition of property heretofore sold to the county commissioners, taxing districts and trustees at tax sales; providing a method for the service of process and notices; imposing duties on taxing districts and their officers and on tax collectors, and certain expenses on counties and for their reimbursement by taxing districts; and repealing existing laws," in sale of property, providing for older <-- adults and delinquent real estate tax notification to designated individual; and imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 31 : Chris Pielli (D)*, Ben Sanchez (D), Arvind Venkat (D), Dave Madsen (D), James Prokopiak (D), Tarik Khan (D), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), José Giral (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Joe Ciresi (D), Liz Hanbidge (D), Steve Samuelson (D), Perry Warren (D), Bob Freeman (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Justin Fleming (D), Danielle Otten (D), Lisa Borowski (D), Nancy Guenst (D), Dan Williams (D), Jim Haddock (D), Eddie Pashinski (D), Tim Twardzik (R), Darisha Parker (D), Nikki Rivera (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Roni Green (D), John Inglis (D), La'Tasha Mayes (D), Jeremy Shaffer (R), Joe Webster (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Third consideration and final passage (201-2)
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TX bill #SB13 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Relating to a school district's library materials and catalog, the creation of local school library advisory councils, and parental rights regarding public school library catalogs and access by the parent's child to library materials.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to school library materials and parental rights in Texas public schools. The legislation requires school districts to establish local school library advisory councils composed primarily of parents, who will help review and recommend library materials based on community values. Parents will now have expanded access to their child's library records and the ability to submit a list of library materials their child cannot check out. The bill defines and prohibits certain types of library materials, including those deemed "harmful," containing "indecent content," or "profane content," and requires school districts to develop collection development policies that reflect these restrictions. School boards must now publicly review and approve all library material acquisitions, including donations, with at least 30 days of public review. The bill also creates a formal process for challenging library materials, where parents, district employees, or community members can submit written challenges to specific books, which must be reviewed by the local advisory council within 90 days. During the review process, challenged materials will be unavailable to students. The legislation aims to increase transparency, parental involvement, and local control over school library content, with implementation beginning in the 2025-2026 school year.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to a school district's library materials and catalog, the creation of local school library advisory councils, and parental rights regarding public school library catalogs and access by the parent's child to library materials.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 20 : Angela Paxton (R)*, Paul Bettencourt (R)*, Brian Birdwell (R)*, Donna Campbell (R)*, Brandon Creighton (R)*, Pete Flores (R)*, Brent Hagenbuch (R)*, Bob Hall (R)*, Kelly Hancock (R)*, Adam Hinojosa (R)*, Joan Huffman (R)*, Bryan Hughes (R)*, Phil King (R)*, Lois Kolkhorst (R)*, Mayes Middleton (R)*, Robert Nichols (R)*, Tan Parker (R)*, Charles Perry (R)*, Charles Schwertner (R)*, Kevin Sparks (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 03/20/2025
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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CA bill #AB684 • Last Action 05/07/2025
University of California: meetings of the Regents.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the definition of "Regents of the University of California" under the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act to include the Academic Senate of the University of California and the Board of Admissions and Relations with Schools. Currently, existing law requires all meetings of the University of California Regents to be open to the public under the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act, which mandates transparency for governmental bodies. By adding the Academic Senate and the Board of Admissions and Relations with Schools to the definition of Regents, the bill ensures that meetings of these bodies will also be subject to the same open meeting requirements. This means that these bodies will need to provide public notice of their meetings, allow public attendance, and maintain minutes, thereby increasing transparency in the decision-making processes of these important University of California advisory and governance groups.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 92030 of the Education Code, relating to the University of California.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Darshana Patel (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #AB721 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Huron Hawk Conservancy.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Huron Hawk Conservancy as a state agency within the Natural Resources Agency to manage and develop approximately 3,000 acres of publicly owned land near the City of Huron in Fresno County. The conservancy will be governed by a 12-member board comprising representatives from local and state agencies, including county supervisors, city officials, and state department heads, with additional public members appointed by the Senate, Assembly, and Governor. The primary purposes of the conservancy include acquiring and managing public lands, providing recreational and educational opportunities, restoring wildlife habitats, and enhancing the ecological and economic potential of the San Luis Canal Westside Detention Basin. The bill creates a Huron Hawk Conservancy Fund to support these efforts, allowing the conservancy to accept funding from member agencies, public agencies, private entities, and individuals. The conservancy will have broad powers to manage lands, coordinate projects, provide technical assistance, award grants, and enter into agreements, but will be explicitly prohibited from levying taxes, regulating land use, or exercising eminent domain. The bill specifies that the conservancy will become operational only upon legislative appropriation or approval of a general obligation bond, and it includes provisions for board member terms, meeting procedures, and financial compensation.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Division 22.6 (commencing with Section 32540) to the Public Resources Code, relating to conservancies.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 03/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Esmeralda Soria (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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DE bill #SB17 • Last Action 05/07/2025
An Act To Amend Title 10, Title 11, And Title 19 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Crime Victims And Witnesses.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates Delaware's Crime Victims and Witnesses Bill of Rights, significantly expanding and clarifying protections for victims and witnesses across multiple areas of state law. The bill establishes extensive new rights for crime victims, including the right to confidentiality of personal information, expedited legal proceedings, safety protections, notification of case developments, participation in sentencing and parole processes, access to victim services, and the ability to have a victim advocate present during various proceedings. Key changes include broadening the definition of "victim" and "crime," creating more robust notification requirements for law enforcement and prosecutors, establishing new protections for victims with cognitive disabilities, and adding provisions to prevent victims from being detained exclusively for immigration violations. The bill also makes technical updates to various sections of Delaware code related to victim compensation, parole hearings, expungement processes, and employment protections for crime victims. Additionally, it requires the creation of a comprehensive website with victim rights information and mandates annual reporting on victims' rights compliance by law enforcement agencies. The legislation aims to provide more comprehensive support and procedural rights for crime victims throughout the criminal justice process.
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Bill Summary: Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 99 (152nd General Assembly) created the Victims Bill of Rights Committee (VBR Committee) to perform a comprehensive review of the Victims Bill of Rights (VBR) and make recommendations to clarify the VBR, strengthen protections for victims, and ensure that state agencies have the necessary mechanisms, administration, and funding to successfully implement the VBR. To facilitate in-depth review and discussion, the VBR formed the following 4 subgroups: The Victim Safety Subgroup, The Rights of Special Victims Subgroup, The Victims Rights to Information and Notification Procedures Subgroup, and the Victims Compensation and Administration Subgroup.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 153rd General Assembly
• Sponsors: 10 : Bryan Townsend (D)*, Brian Pettyjohn (R)*, Cyndie Romer (D), Stephanie Hansen (D), Tizzy Lockman (D), Spiros Mantzavinos (D), Marie Pinkney (D), DeShanna Neal (D), Jack Walsh (D), Sophie Phillips (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Adopted in lieu of the original bill SB 17, and Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate
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TX bill #SB765 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Relating to the confidentiality of fraud detection and deterrence information under the public information law.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Government Code to create a new provision protecting certain information related to fraud detection and deterrence from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill establishes that information in a governmental body's custody concerning fraud prevention, including risk assessments, reports, data, protocols, investigation materials, and communication methods, will be considered confidential and exempt from public information disclosure requirements. The bill defines fraud detection information broadly, covering a wide range of materials that could potentially reveal how governmental bodies prevent, investigate, or evaluate fraud. While the information is kept confidential, the bill also clarifies that governmental bodies can still share this information with other agencies as authorized by law for law enforcement and fraud detection purposes. The new law is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and appears designed to protect sensitive investigative techniques and strategies from public scrutiny while maintaining the ability of government agencies to collaborate on fraud prevention efforts.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of fraud detection and deterrence information under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lois Kolkhorst (R)*, Brooks Landgraf (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Sent to the Governor
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CA bill #AB910 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Pharmacy benefit management.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance oversight and transparency of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in California by introducing several key provisions. The bill requires PBMs to hold a fiduciary duty when managing prescription drug coverage for health care service plans, mandating that they remit 100% of rebates, fees, and other remuneration to the health care service plan to help offset patient costs and reduce premiums. PBMs must now disclose detailed information about their affiliated entities, group purchasing organizations, and financial relationships. Beginning in October 2026, PBMs will be required to submit annual reports to the Department of Managed Health Care, including comprehensive data on the 100 most costly, most frequently prescribed, and highest revenue-producing drugs, along with pricing, rebate information, and pharmacy payment details. The bill also prohibits PBMs, their affiliated entities, and group purchasing organizations from deriving income through spread pricing (where they charge health plans more than they pay pharmacies) and limits their compensation to bona fide service fees that represent the fair market value of actual services performed. These provisions aim to increase transparency, reduce hidden costs in prescription drug pricing, and ensure that savings are passed on to health care service plans and their enrollees.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1385.001, 1385.004, and 1385.005 of, and to add Sections 1385.007 and 1385.008 to, the Health and Safety Code, relating to health care service plans.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mia Bonta (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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CT bill #HB07162 • Last Action 05/07/2025
An Act Reforming The Motor Vehicle Towing Statutes.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill reforms motor vehicle towing statutes to provide enhanced protections for vehicle owners and establish a comprehensive consumer bill of rights regarding towing. The legislation introduces several key provisions, including requiring wrecker services to obtain specific written authorization before towing a vehicle from private property, mandating detailed documentation through photographs before towing, and establishing strict guidelines for vehicle storage and release. Wrecker services must now store towed vehicles within a ten-mile radius of the original location, maintain specific business hours for vehicle redemption, and provide clear information about towing and storage fees. The bill also requires the development of a consumer bill of rights that will be published in English and Spanish and must be prominently displayed at wrecker service locations. Additionally, the legislation increases penalties for violations, creates more transparent processes for towing and storage, and gives vehicle owners more rights and protections when their vehicles are towed, such as the ability to inspect their vehicle before accepting its return and receive an itemized receipt of charges. These reforms aim to prevent predatory towing practices and provide clearer, fairer procedures for vehicle owners when their vehicles are towed from private property.
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Bill Summary: To reform motor vehicle towing statutes, provide protections for motor vehicle owners whose vehicles are towed and establish a consumer bill of rights regarding towing.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Transportation Committee, Martin Looney (D), Travis Simms (D), Laurie Sweet (D), Josh Elliott (D), Kaitlyn Shake (D), Nicholas Gauthier (D), Martha Marx (D), Gary Turco (D), Kadeem Roberts (D), Nicholas Menapace (D), William Heffernan (D), Eleni Kavros DeGraw (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Tabled for the Calendar, House
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NV bill #AB64 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Revises provisions relating to public meetings. (BDR 19-445)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises various provisions of Nevada's Open Meeting Law to clarify and modify regulations around public meetings. The bill makes several key changes, including redefining what constitutes a "meeting" by narrowing the circumstances under which public bodies can gather without public notice, specifically when receiving legal advice. It allows public bodies to refuse public comments on contested cases until after a final decision has been reached. The bill also modifies rules for remote technology meetings, requiring a physical location for meetings involving contested cases or regulatory hearings, and specifying when and how public comment instructions must be provided. Additionally, the bill adjusts provisions related to privileged statements during public meetings, clarifying that witnesses testifying under oath have certain protections, and explicitly states that defamatory statements made during public comment do not impact potential civil actions. For disciplinary proceedings involving licensed professionals, the bill specifies that certain investigative proceedings may remain closed unless the licensee requests otherwise, but subsequent disciplinary proceedings must be open to the public. These changes aim to provide more clarity and structure to public meeting procedures while maintaining transparency and public access.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to public meetings; revising the definition of “meeting” for purposes of the Open Meeting Law; authorizing, under certain circumstances, a public body to refuse to accept certain public comment relating to a contested case; revising provisions relating to requirements for meetings conducted by means of a remote technology system; revising provisions relating to privilege for certain statements and testimony made at a public meeting; revising provisions relating to the applicability of certain provisions of the Open Meeting Law to certain proceedings; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 11/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Waiver granted effective: April 29, 2025.
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OR bill #HB2248 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Relating to the Bureau of Labor and Industries; and prescribing an effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an Employer Assistance Division within the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) to provide education, training, and interpretive guidance to employers. The division can issue advisory opinions, which are written guidance on interpreting laws that BOLI enforces. The bill creates protections for employers who seek assistance, stating that discussion communications made during consultations are generally confidential and cannot be used as evidence in subsequent proceedings if the employer acted in good faith. The bill also modifies existing laws related to settlement procedures, adding mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method and clarifying confidentiality provisions for settlement discussions. Additionally, the bill allows BOLI to enter into interagency agreements to receive certain business information while maintaining confidentiality. The legislation aims to help employers understand and comply with labor laws by providing proactive guidance and support, potentially reducing unintentional violations and promoting better workplace practices.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the Bureau of Labor and Industries; creating new provisions; amending ORS 659A.003, 659A.840, 659A.845 and 659A.850; and prescribing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Governor signed.
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CA bill #AB1355 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Location privacy.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the California Location Privacy Act, which significantly restricts how businesses and entities can collect, process, and use individuals' location information within California. The bill prohibits covered entities from collecting or processing location information unless it is necessary to provide goods or services specifically requested by an individual, and imposes strict limitations on data usage, including banning the sale, trading, or leasing of location data to third parties. Covered entities must prominently display a notice at the point of location information collection, providing details about who is collecting the data and how to get more information, and must maintain a comprehensive location privacy policy that explains data usage, retention, and management practices. The bill defines "location information" broadly, including GPS coordinates, cell-site data, license plate recognition data, and other precise geographical tracking methods. Violations can result in significant legal consequences, including potential damages of $25,000 per incident, with enforcement powers granted to the California Privacy Protection Agency, the Attorney General, and local prosecutors. The bill also prohibits state and local agencies from monetizing location information and includes specific protections for medical and research-related location data. Importantly, the legislation builds upon and complements existing California privacy laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020, aiming to provide stronger protections for individuals' location privacy.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1798.100 and 1798.121 of, to add Section 1798.14.5 to, and to add Title 1.81.24 (commencing with Section 1798.90.75) to Part 4 of Division 3 of, the Civil Code, relating to privacy.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Chris Ward (D)*, Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D)*, Mark González (D), Liz Ortega (D), Scott Wiener (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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NH bill #SB124 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Relative to continuing care retirement communities.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill recodifies and updates New Hampshire's existing laws governing continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), which are facilities providing long-term residential and healthcare services to senior citizens. The bill expands several key regulatory requirements, including certificate of authority procedures, annual reporting, and contract standards. Notably, the bill introduces a comprehensive bill of rights for residents, requiring providers to treat residents respectfully, allow resident associations, provide information transparently, and establish clear communication channels. The legislation also strengthens financial protections by mandating more detailed financial reporting, establishing liquid reserve requirements, and creating more robust procedures for facility transfers, closures, and potential bankruptcies. Important consumer protections include a 15-day contract rescission period, requirements for refunding entrance fees under specific circumstances, and provisions allowing residents to challenge contract cancellations. Additionally, the bill requires providers to notify residents and the state insurance department of significant changes, such as ownership transfers or facility closures, and provides the commissioner with expanded oversight powers to investigate and intervene if a provider appears to be in financial distress. The bill aims to safeguard seniors' financial investments and ensure they receive promised care and services, with an effective date of January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: This bill recodifies RSA 420-D, relative to continuing care communities. The bill expands certificate of authority requirements, annual reporting requirements, and life care contract requirements. The bill revises escrow requirements for entrance fees and specifies the notice required prior to contract cancellation by either party. The bill includes a bill of rights for continuing care community residents. The bill also requires the provider to notify the insurance department of the intended sale or transfer of the community and may require the provider to submit a financial plan to the insurance department to demonstrate solvency. The bill is a request of the insurance department.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Denise Ricciardi (R)*, Howard Pearl (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/20/2025
• Last Action: Commerce and Consumer Affairs Work Session (10:00:00 5/7/2025 Legislative Office Building 302-304)
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CA bill #AB1426 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Diablo Range Conservation Program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Diablo Range Conservation Program to protect, preserve, and restore the unique landscape of the Diablo Range, a 3.5 million-acre region extending from Carquinez Strait to State Route 46. The Wildlife Conservation Board will administer the program through the Department of Fish and Wildlife, with the goals of protecting biological diversity, enhancing climate resilience, improving air and water resources, and expanding public access to lands. The bill creates a Diablo Range Conservation Fund in the State Treasury and allows the board to provide grants to local public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and California Native American tribes for projects such as habitat restoration, wildlife conservation, invasive species control, and recreational improvements. The program aims to address development pressures in the region, which provides critical wildlife corridors and is located near several fast-growing California cities. The board can accept donations and grants to support the program, and the funds will be continuously appropriated for program purposes. The legislation emphasizes the statewide significance of the Diablo Range and seeks to implement comprehensive conservation and restoration efforts in this ecologically important area.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 1460) to Division 2 of the Fish and Game Code, relating to the Diablo Range, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Rebecca Bauer-Kahan (D)*, Ash Kalra (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #AB1170 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Maintenance of the codes.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the bill: This bill is a comprehensive maintenance and technical update to various sections of California law, covering multiple codes including the Business and Professions Code, Civil Code, Corporations Code, Education Code, Elections Code, Fish and Game Code, Food and Agricultural Code, Government Code, and Health and Safety Code. The bill makes numerous minor technical corrections, updates references, fixes grammatical errors, removes outdated provisions, and makes nonsubstantive changes across different sections of California law. These changes are meant to clarify existing statutes, remove obsolete language, and ensure consistency across different legal provisions. The bill does not introduce major substantive policy changes but rather focuses on maintaining the technical accuracy and coherence of California's legal codes. The amendments range from correcting cross-references and updating terminology to removing outdated sections and ensuring that legal language is precise and up-to-date. The bill is essentially a routine legislative housekeeping measure designed to improve the overall quality and clarity of California's statutory framework.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 205, 208, 1944, 2529.8.1, 4848.1, 4996.22, 5070.1, 5272, 5272.5, 7048, 7363, 8020.5, 17580, 19520, 23399.5, 26051.5, 26152.2, and 26200 of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 714.3, 798.56, 835, 1770, 1785.11.11, 1798.130, 1798.140, 1798.185, 1950.6, 1954.09, 2214, 2924f, 3111, 3480, and 5115 of, and to amend the heading of Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 2213) of Title 7 of Part 4 of Division 3 of, the Civil Code, to amend Sections 8, 5510, 7510, and 12460 of the Corporations Code, to amend Sections 8222, 8242, 10864, 17586, 33328.5, 33355, 42238.026, 44260.1, 44320.5, 44395, 45202, 46392, 47604.2, 48306, 51225.7, 51255, 66023.4, 66023.5, 66076.2, 66270.7, 66280.5, 66308, 66749.81, 69996.9, and 76303 of, and to amend and renumber Section 51225.32 of, the Education Code, to amend Sections 2201, 2208, 3019, and 20513 of the Elections Code, to amend Sections 1352, 1352.5, 1672, and 2089.22 of the Fish and Game Code, to amend Sections 12811.2, 12839, 14513, 14611, 56571, 58231.1, and 82001 of the Food and Agricultural Code, to amend Sections 8547.2, 8547.5, 8657, 11126, 12530.5, 14072.6, 14839, 14840, 19829.9852, 19829.9854, 51298, 53398.52, 54239.4, 62506, 62509, 62520, 62551, 62551.1, 62582, 65302, 65585, 65588, 65852.8, 65913.4, 65915, 65915.3, 66314, 66499.41, and 89517.5 of, and to repeal the heading of Title 8.5 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 1317.2a, 1343.3, 1374.72, 2056, 9077, 18214, 50197.3, 50513, 50515.03, 50710.7, 111926, 114368.8, 114381, 120440, 128454, and 130065.1 of, and to repeal the headings of Divisions 38 and 39 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 10509.9205 of the Insurance Code, to amend Sections 226.8, 2699, and 2699.3 of the Labor Code, to amend Sections 257, 395.1, 502, 502.1, 502.2, 502.4, 504, 505, 510, 513, 520, 552, 555, 557, 987.005, 987.300, and 1690 of the Military and Veterans Code, to amend Sections 236.8, 236.10, 236.11, 803, 888, 1233.12, and 28230 of the Penal Code, to amend Sections 2051, 10115.1, and 12140 of the Public Contract Code, to amend Sections 3206, 6217.8, 42281, 42282.1, 42283, 42968.32, 42968.62, 42968.71, 42968.74, 42984.3, 42984.10, 42984.21, 42999, and 48704.1 of the Public Resources Code, to amend Section 311 of the Public Utilities Code, to amend Sections 17052.1 and 36005 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, to amend Sections 94.4 and 31490 of the Streets and Highways Code, to amend Section 679 of the Unemployment Insurance Code, to amend Sections 9250.14 and 21214.7 of the Vehicle Code, to amend Section 73510 of the Water Code, to amend Sections 361.31, 706.6, 4095, 5404, 5610, 10492.2, 14149.95, and 16501.35 of, to amend and renumber the heading of Chapter 6.5 (commencing with Section 9320) of Division 8.5 of, and to repeal the heading of Division 26 of, the Welfare and Institutions Code, and to amend Section 1 of Chapter 107 of the Statutes of 2024, relating to maintenance of the codes.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Diane Dixon (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on JUD.
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MT bill #HB271 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Provide that there is a limited executive privilege to the public records act
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides a narrowly defined and time-limited executive privilege for public records requests in Montana, responding to a recent state Supreme Court decision. The legislation establishes that the governor may assert an executive exemption to withhold specific public information only when their individual privacy interest clearly outweighs the merits of public disclosure, with specific limitations. The bill explicitly states that the governor cannot claim an individual privacy interest in information related to policy, politics, or legislative matters. Any exemption must be narrowly tailored, with redactions applied only to the smallest extent possible, and the public can challenge overly broad redactions in court. The executive exemption is temporary and expires when the underlying purpose of protecting the information is resolved. The bill also waives the exemption if the information is voluntarily disclosed to a third party. Additionally, the legislation provides that a person who prevails in a public records litigation can be awarded costs and reasonable attorney fees. The bill's underlying purpose is to balance government transparency with limited privacy protections, emphasizing the Montana Constitution's commitment to open government and public accountability.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING LAWS TO NARROW THE SCOPE OF EXECUTIVE EXEMPTIONS TO PUBLIC RECORDS REQUESTS; PROVIDING FOR A LIMITED EXECUTIVE EXEMPTION OVER CERTAIN DOCUMENTS IN STATUTE; PROVIDING FOR A WAIVER OF EXECUTIVE EXEMPTION; PROVIDING THAT THE EXECUTIVE EXEMPTION EXPIRES AT A CERTAIN TIME; REQUIRING THE AWARD OF COSTS AND REASONABLE ATTORNEY FEES FOR A PREVAILING PARTY TO PUBLIC RECORDS LITIGATION;REVISING DEFINITIONS; AMING SECTIONS 2-6-1002, 2-6-1009, AND 90-1-105, MCA; AND PROVIDING AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE.”
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• Introduced: 11/14/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ed Stafman (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: (H) Transmitted to Governor
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TX bill #HB3112 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Relating to the application of the open meetings law and public information law to government information related to certain cybersecurity measures.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Texas open meetings and public information laws to provide additional protections for cybersecurity-related information. Specifically, it allows governmental bodies to hold closed meetings when discussing cybersecurity measures for critical infrastructure facilities, which are broadly defined to include systems like electrical grids, water treatment plants, communication infrastructure, and other essential facilities. The bill creates new exceptions to public disclosure requirements, preventing the release of sensitive cybersecurity information such as network schematics, system configurations, encryption details, and incident response practices that could potentially enable unauthorized access to data or technology systems. If a governmental body is legally required to disclose such confidential information, they must provide advance notice to the owner of the critical infrastructure facility and maintain the original confidential labeling. The definitions of "cybersecurity" and "critical infrastructure facility" are comprehensive, covering a wide range of technological and physical systems, and the bill aims to protect these systems from potential security vulnerabilities that could arise from public disclosure. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature, or on September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the required immediate-effect votes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the application of the open meetings law and public information law to government information related to certain cybersecurity measures.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Carl Tepper (R)*, Giovanni Capriglione (R)*, Angelia Orr (R)*, Ben Bumgarner (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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CA bill #AB963 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Public works: prevailing wages: access to records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adds a new section to California's Labor Code that requires owners or developers undertaking public works projects to make certain records available upon request to state labor enforcement agencies, Taft-Hartley trust funds (multi-employer pension and benefit funds), and joint labor-management committees. Specifically, these records include final construction contracts, certified payroll records, and monthly reports about skilled workforce commitments. The bill mandates that these records can only be redacted to protect social security numbers, and pricing information can be withheld if not already public. If an owner or developer fails to provide these records within 10 days of a written request, they can be penalized $100 per calendar day per worker for payroll record violations and $500 per calendar day for contract and workforce commitment record violations. These penalties will be deposited into the State Public Works Enforcement Fund. The bill applies not just to full public works projects, but also to development projects that include some public works components. The Director of Industrial Relations is required to establish rules for record release that are consistent with existing public records and information privacy laws. The definition of "owner or developer" includes various legal entities but excludes state and political subdivision governmental bodies.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 1776.1 to the Labor Code, relating to public works.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cottie Petrie-Norris (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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IL bill #SB1368 • Last Action 05/07/2025
MULTI-COUNTY VET ASSISTANCE
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Military Veterans Assistance Act to create a new option for establishing multi-county Veterans Assistance Commissions in judicial circuits with multiple counties that do not currently have a Veterans Assistance Commission. Specifically, for counties within a judicial circuit that lack a Veterans Assistance Commission before January 1, 2026, veteran service organizations can collaborate to create a Jurisdictional Veterans Assistance Commission that will serve veterans and their families across participating counties. Each participating county will be required to levy a minimum tax of 0.02% and deposit the proceeds in the county treasury to fund commission staff and provide financial assistance to veterans. The new commission will select a superintendent from among honorably discharged veterans in the participating counties and maintain a centrally located office (or multiple offices in large judicial circuits). The bill also allows existing Veterans Assistance Commissions in multi-county judicial circuits to merge as of January 1, 2025, while providing the option for some counties to remain independent. The goal is to expand and improve veteran services in areas that currently lack dedicated assistance commissions, ensuring more comprehensive support for veterans and their families across different counties within the same judicial circuit.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Military Veterans Assistance Act. Provides that in counties that do not have a Veterans Assistance Commission prior to January 1, 2026, and in which there exists a judicial circuit whose jurisdictional boundaries include multiple counties, veteran service organizations located within any of those counties that are within the judicial circuit's jurisdictional boundaries may come together and create a Jurisdictional Veterans Assistance Commission that shall provide services to veterans and their families who reside in those participating counties. Contains provisions concerning the use of tax proceeds to hire Commission staff; the selection process for Commission superintendents, delegates, and alternates; mergers between existing county Veterans Assistance Commissions and jurisdictional Veterans Assistance Commissions; and other matters.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 11 : Jil Tracy (R)*, Stephanie Kifowit (D)*, Jason Plummer (R), Craig Wilcox (R), Terri Bryant (R), Chris Balkema (R), Andrew Chesney (R), Steve McClure (R), Mike Simmons (D), Li Arellano (R), Kyle Moore (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 04/03/2025
• Last Action: Added Alternate Co-Sponsor Rep. Kyle Moore
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CA bill #AB11 • Last Action 05/07/2025
The Social Housing Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the California Housing Authority (CHA) as an independent state body to address California's housing crisis by creating and managing "social housing" - publicly owned, mixed-income housing designed to be affordable and removed from market speculation. The authority will be governed by a board comprising housing experts, legislative appointees, and resident representatives, with the core mission of eliminating gaps in housing production and preserving affordable housing. The bill introduces two leasing models: a rental model with one-year leases and an ownership model with 99-year limited equity leases, both aimed at ensuring residents pay no more than 30 percent of their income on housing. The CHA will prioritize developing vacant, underutilized, and transit-adjacent parcels, with a focus on creating housing for extremely low, very low, low, moderate, and above moderate-income households. The bill establishes a Social Housing Revolving Loan Fund to provide zero-interest loans for construction and allows the authority to issue revenue bonds. Importantly, the legislation includes protections for residents, such as the right to participate in housing management, protection against arbitrary eviction, and a preference for displaced residents to return to newly developed properties. The ultimate goal is to ensure that by 2050, no Californian pays more than 30 percent of their income on housing.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Title 6.91 (commencing with Section 64900) to the Government Code, relating to housing.
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• Introduced: 12/02/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Alex Lee (D)*, Matt Haney (D), Ash Kalra (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 12/02/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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PA bill #SB323 • Last Action 05/07/2025
In economic development financing, providing for Keystone National Finance Authority.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Keystone National Finance Authority (KNFA), a new independent public authority designed to support economic development across the United States through conduit financing. The authority will be able to issue tax-exempt and taxable bonds to fund projects in multiple states and territories, focusing on initiatives that create jobs, revitalize communities, and support infrastructure development. The KNFA will be governed by a 12-member board appointed by various state officials, including the Governor, State Treasurer, Auditor General, and legislative leaders. The board members will serve without compensation but will be reimbursed for expenses. The authority can issue bonds to finance a wide range of projects, including industrial, commercial, residential, transportation, energy, and healthcare facilities, with proceeds used for making loans, purchasing mortgages, paying administrative costs, and funding reserves. Importantly, the bonds issued by the KNFA will not be a debt or liability of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the authority will be self-funded through fees and bond proceeds. The bill includes provisions to ensure transparency, including annual audits and financial statement publication, and establishes guidelines for the authority's operations, bond issuance, and financial management. The KNFA is intended to provide an additional financing mechanism to support economic development without competing with existing state agencies or authorities.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in economic development financing, providing for Keystone National Finance Authority.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Dave Argall (R)*, Sharif Street (D), Tracy Pennycuick (R), John Kane (D), Nick Miller (D), Jay Costa (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS
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SC bill #S0126 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Law Enforcement Personal Privacy Protection and Judicial Personal Privacy Protection
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends South Carolina law to provide enhanced personal privacy protections for law enforcement officers and judges by establishing a comprehensive mechanism for restricting personal contact information from publicly available online government records. The bill expands the definition of "personal contact information" to include home addresses, personal cellular telephone numbers, and property tax map numbers, and creates a process by which active or former law enforcement officers and judges can request that their personal contact details be removed from publicly accessible internet websites maintained by state or local government agencies. Eligible requesting parties can submit a designated form with verification of their employment status, after which the government agencies must redact or restrict their personal information from online records, though exceptions exist for certain scenarios like legal proceedings, government agency needs, or specific consensual disclosures. The bill also allows these professionals to petition the court for compliance and protects government employees from liability related to personal contact information. Additionally, the Office of Court Administration and the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy are tasked with collaborating to create a standardized form for making these privacy requests. The implementation of this law is delayed until January 1, 2026, to allow sufficient time for preparation and system updates.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 30-2-500, Relating To Definitions In The Law Enforcement Personal Privacy Protection Act, So As To Revise The Definiton Of "personal Contact Information" And To Define "disclosed Records"; By Amending Section 30-2-510, Relating To The Means For Active And Former Law Enforcement Officers To Make Their Personal Contact Information Confidential And Not Subject To Public Disclosure, So As To Provide Additional Means For Making Such Information In Disclosed Records Restricted From Publicly Available Internet Websites Of State And Local Governments Upon Request And To Make Provisions For Home Addresses Or Tax Map Numbers That Cannot Be Restricted From A Disclosed Record Within An Index Or From Being Displayed On An Image Of An Official Record, To Provide Such Information Must Remain Within The Official Record Held Or Maintained By The State Or Local Government Agency, And To Allow Disclosure To Certain Individuals Or Entities, Among Other Things; By Adding Section 30-2-515 So As To Provide Active And Former Law Enforcement Officers May Seek Certain Judicial Relief For Noncompliance And To Prevent Liability From Accruing To State Or Local Government Employees Or Agents For Claims Or Damages That Arise From Personal Contact Information On The Public Record; By Amending Section 30-2-700, Relating To Definitions In The Judicial Personal Privacy Protection Act, So As To Include Additional Information In The Definition Of "personal Contact Information" And To Define "disclosed Records"; By Amending Section 30-2-710, Relating To The Means For Active And Former Judges To Make Their Personal Contact Information Confidential And Not Subject To Public Disclosure, So As To Provide Means To Restrict Such Information In Disclosed Records Restricted From Publicly Available Internet Websites Of State And Local Governments Upon Request And To Make Provisions For Home Addresses Or Tax Map Numbers That Cannot Be Restricted From A Disclosed Record Within An Index Or From Being Displayed On An Image Of An Official Record, To Provide Such Information Must Remain Within The Official Record Held Or Maintained By The State Or Local Government Agency, And To Allow Disclosure To Certain Individuals Or Entities, Among Other Things; By Adding Section 30-2-715 So As To Provide Active And Former Judges May Seek Certain Judicial Relief For Noncompliance And To Prevent Liability From Accruing To State Or Local Government Employees Or Agents For Claims Or Damages That Arise From Personal Contact Information On The Public Record; To Delay The Effective Date Of Act 56 Of 2023, Which Enacted The "law Enforcement Personal Privacy Protection Act" And The "judicial Personal Privacy Protection Act," From July 1, 2025, Until January 1, 2026; And To Direct The Office Of Court Administration And The South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy To Collaborate And Create The Designated Form For Law Enforcement Officers And Judges To Use To Request State And Local Government Agencies Regstrict Public Access To Personal Contact Information In Disclosed Records, To Provide Requirements For The Contents Of The Form, And To Provide State Or Local Government Agencies May Provide Supplmental Forms To Identify Information Needed By State Or Local Government Agencies To Address Requests From Eligible Requesting Parties. - Ratified Title
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• Introduced: 12/11/2024
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/02/2025
• Last Action: Act No. 4
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MN bill #SF1750 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Common interest communities provisions modifications
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive modifications to Minnesota's common interest community (CIC) laws, affecting homeowners associations, condominiums, and planned communities. The bill introduces numerous consumer-friendly provisions aimed at protecting unit owners and improving transparency and fairness in CIC governance. Key changes include establishing a dispute resolution process, limiting late fees and fines, modifying board meeting requirements, creating conflict of interest standards for board members, and restricting local governments from mandating homeowners associations. Specifically, the bill requires associations to: provide detailed budgets to unit owners, allow owners to comment on proposed changes, implement a formal dispute resolution process, limit attorney fees and collection costs, disclose fine schedules, and prohibit retaliation against owners who assert their rights. The bill also adds requirements for competitive bidding on contracts, restricts parking restrictions, and mandates more transparent financial reporting. These modifications apply to common interest communities created both before and after August 1, 2010, with most provisions becoming effective January 1, 2026. The overall intent appears to be enhancing unit owners' rights, increasing association accountability, and providing clearer guidelines for CIC operations.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to common interest communities; modifying powers and duties of common interest communities; modifying rights of a unit owner; modifying threshold for termination of a common interest community; establishing dispute resolution process; modifying notice of meetings; limiting late fees, fines, and attorney fees; modifying foreclosure requirements; establishing conflict of interest standards for board members; prohibiting local governments from requiring creation of homeowners associations; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 515B.1-102; 515B.1-103; 515B.2-103; 515B.2-119; 515B.3-102; 515B.3-103; 515B.3-106; 515B.3-107; 515B.3-108; 515B.3-115; 515B.3-1151; 515B.3-116; 515B.4-102; 515B.4-1021; 515B.4-116; Laws 2024, chapter 96, article 2, section 13; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 515B.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/08/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 4 : Eric Lucero (R)*, Susan Pha (D), Julia Coleman (R), Lindsey Port (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Author stricken Limmer
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OK bill #HB1664 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; exempting certain activities for county commissioners from Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; providing exception for modification of meeting location authorizing Statewide Independent Living Council to conduct executive sessions by videoconference; emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to provide several key exemptions and clarifications for county commissioners and the Statewide Independent Living Council. For county commissioners, the bill allows them to attend conferences, trainings, educational events, press events, and social events, even with a quorum present, as long as no official action is taken and discussions about county business are incidental. The bill also permits county commissioners to attend legislative meetings and discuss budgetary matters in certain circumstances without triggering open meeting rules. Additionally, the bill authorizes the Statewide Independent Living Council to hold meetings and even conduct executive sessions via videoconference, with specific requirements such as ensuring all members are audible or visible to each other, providing detailed meeting notices, and maintaining transparency by making shared documents available to the public. The bill updates terminology, makes language gender-neutral, and includes provisions to ensure that remote meetings maintain public accessibility and participation. The legislation is being enacted with an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to county commissioners; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Section 326, which relates to meetings; allowing county commissioners to participate in conferences, trainings, and events under certain circumstances; authorizing *** relates to the Statewide Independent Living Council; allowing the Council to hold meetings via videoconferencing; providing procedures; permitting the Council to conduct executive sessions by videoconference under certain circumstances; and declaring an emergency. AMENDMENT NO. 1. , strike the title, enacting clause and entire bill and insert “An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Section 326, which relates to meetings; exempting certain activities of county commissioners from the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Sections 304, as last amended by Section 3, Chapter 237, O.S.L. 2024, and 307.1, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 246, O.S.L. 2024 (25 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 304 and 307.1), which relate to definitions, videoconferences, and teleconferences; modifying definitions; providing confidentiality exception for requirement to share certain materials with the public; authorizing Statewide Independent Living Council to conduct executive sessions by videoconference technology; establishing requirements for executive sessions conducted by videoconference technology; making language gender neutral; updating statutory language; updating statutory reference; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Josh Cantrell (R)*, Jerry Alvord (R)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: SA's received
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CA bill #AB221 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Tribal Nation Grant Fund.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Tribal Nation Grant Fund Program to expand its scope and streamline grant distribution for eligible tribes in California. The bill broadens the fund's sources to now include moneys from both tribal-state gaming compacts and class III gaming secretarial procedures, and establishes two types of grants: specific distribution grants and equal shares grants. Under the new provisions, the Tribal Nation Grant Fund Panel will be required to distribute at least $600,000 or 85% of available funds (whichever is greater) as equal shares grants to all eligible tribes, with these grants automatically renewing annually. The remaining funds can be distributed as specific distribution grants for projects related to self-governance, community development, and economic initiatives. The bill removes previous requirements that tribes must encumber or expend grants within a specified timeframe and eliminates the mandate to return unused grant funds. Eligible tribes are defined as nongaming or limited-gaming federally recognized tribes in California, and grants cannot be used for per capita distributions or gaming-related investments. The bill aims to facilitate tribal self-governance and improve the quality of life for tribal people by providing more flexible and accessible grant funding.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 12019.30, 12019.35, 12019.40, 12019.45, 12019.50, 12019.65, 12019.70, 12019.75, 12019.85, and 12019.90 of the Government Code, relating to tribal gaming.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 14 : James Ramos (D)*, Avelino Valencia (D)*, Blanca Rubio (D), Isaac Bryan (D), Juan Carrillo (D), Laurie Davies (R), Diane Dixon (R), Mike Fong (D), Michelle Rodriguez (D), Blanca Pacheco (D), Kate Sanchez (R), Jose Solache (D), Esmeralda Soria (D), Greg Wallis (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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OK bill #SB403 • Last Action 05/07/2025
County purchasing; modifying duties of county purchasing agent related to bidders. Effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the duties and procedures of county purchasing agents in Oklahoma, making several key changes to how counties can purchase goods and services. The bill expands exceptions to standard bidding requirements, allowing more flexibility in purchasing, such as permitting counties to select the next lowest bidder if the original low bidder cannot perform, and enabling counties to purchase items from local vendors at or below state bid list prices. It clarifies procedures for soliciting bids, processing purchase orders, and receiving items, and updates language related to purchasing for various county departments and special circumstances. The bill also makes technical changes to references in existing law, such as updating statutory citations and removing mentions of specific information technology and telecommunication goods. Notably, the bill provides new options for county purchasing agents when original bidders cannot fulfill contracts, allows more discretion in selecting vendors, and streamlines some administrative processes. The changes aim to provide counties with more efficient and practical purchasing mechanisms while maintaining financial accountability. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 403 By: Stewart of the Senate and Cantrell of the House An Act relating to county purchasing; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Sections 1501, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 94, O.S.L. 2022, and 1505, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 94, O.S.L. 2022 (19 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1501 and 1505), which relate to county purchasing agents and procedures; modifying duties of county purchasing agent related to bidders; establishing exceptions to certain requisition or purchase requirements; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: County purchasing
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 01/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jack Stewart (R)*, Josh Cantrell (R)*
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/07/2025
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CA bill #AB417 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Local finance: enhanced infrastructure financing districts: community revitalization and investment authorities.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies California laws related to enhanced infrastructure financing districts (EIFDs) and community revitalization and investment authorities (CRIAs), focusing on streamlining notice and hearing requirements and expanding the potential uses of these financing mechanisms. Specifically, the bill changes the requirements for forming and amending EIFDs and CRIAs, reducing the number of public hearings from three to two, and modifying notification procedures. For community revitalization areas, the bill lowers the threshold of land that must meet certain economic conditions from 70% to 60%, making it easier to establish such districts. The bill also provides more flexibility for taxing entities to join an existing district after its formation and allows for more straightforward amendments to infrastructure financing plans. Additionally, the bill introduces new multilingual notification requirements, mandating that notices be provided in English and any language spoken by 20% or more of the local population who are not fluent in English. The changes aim to simplify administrative processes, make it easier to create and modify these financing districts, and improve community engagement by enhancing communication and accessibility of information.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 53398.52, 53398.66, 53398.68, 62001, and 62004 of, and to add Sections 62004.5 and 62004.6 to, the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Juan Carrillo (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on L. GOV.
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CA bill #AB437 • Last Action 05/07/2025
Interscholastic athletics: California Interscholastic Federation: sports-related injuries.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law governing the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), a voluntary organization responsible for administering interscholastic athletic activities in secondary schools, by expanding its reporting requirements regarding health and safety. Specifically, the bill adds sports-related head injuries, including concussions, and other sports-related injuries to the mandatory reporting categories. The CIF will now be required to include detailed information about sports-related injuries in its periodic reports to the Legislature and Governor, with a particular focus on medical clearance for athletes to resume full participation after injuries sustained during competitions, practices, and training camps. The bill also introduces a standardized incident form to be developed by the state department to track racial discrimination, harassment, and hazing in high school sporting events, which local educational agencies participating in the CIF must post on their websites by April 1, 2025. The goal is to increase transparency, accountability, and safety in high school athletics by providing comprehensive information about health risks, injury management, and potential instances of discrimination or misconduct in school sports programs.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 33353 of the Education Code, relating to interscholastic athletics.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Lackey (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/19/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on ED.
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PA bill #HB997 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Further providing for definitions, for notification of the breach of the security of the system, for exceptions and for notice exemption; repealing provisions relating to civil relief; providing for protection of personal information, for civil relief, for information security and for applicability; and repealing provisions relating to applicability.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Pennsylvania's Breach of Personal Information Notification Act by expanding and clarifying definitions related to personal information, data breaches, and security requirements. The bill broadens the definition of "personal information" to include additional identifiers like passport numbers, medical history, biometric data, and taxpayer identification numbers, and modifies what constitutes a breach of security system. It introduces new provisions requiring businesses to implement reasonable procedures to prevent unauthorized access to personal information and establishes more specific notification requirements when a data breach occurs. The bill also creates new civil relief mechanisms, allowing residents to seek damages up to $5,000 per violation and enabling the Attorney General to pursue civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation. Additionally, the legislation provides specific protections for financial institutions, including reimbursement for costs associated with addressing a data breach, and prohibits businesses from retaining certain sensitive card data after transaction authorization. The bill aims to strengthen data protection standards, enhance consumer privacy, and provide clearer guidelines for businesses handling personal information in Pennsylvania, with enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of December 22, 2005 (P.L.474, No.94), entitled "An act providing for security of computerized data and for the notification of residents whose personal information data was or may have been disclosed due to a breach of the security of the system; and imposing penalties," further providing for definitions, for notification of the breach of the security of the system, for exceptions and for notice exemption; repealing provisions relating to civil relief; providing for protection of personal information, for civil <-- relief for financial institution's liability, for civil relief, for information security, for access devices and <-- breach of security and for applicability; and repealing provisions relating to applicability.
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• Introduced: 03/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 20 : Jared Solomon (D)*, Carol Hill-Evans (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Kristine Howard (D), Bob Freeman (D), Carol Kazeem (D), José Giral (D), Nancy Guenst (D), Bob Merski (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Chris Pielli (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Dan Williams (D), Joe Ciresi (D), Mandy Steele (D), Melissa Shusterman (D), Dan Deasy (D), Roni Green (D), Mary Jo Daley (D), Mark Gillen (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Laid on the table
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NE bill #LB650 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Adopt the Community Development Assistance Act and change provisions relating to land banks, property tax exemptions, real property sold for delinquent taxes, sales tax provisions, and certain tax credits
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Community Development Assistance Act and makes several changes to various tax and revenue-related provisions in Nebraska. The Community Development Assistance Act creates a tax credit program designed to encourage businesses and individuals to contribute to community development efforts in areas experiencing economic distress. Under this program, businesses and individuals can receive tax credits of up to 40% for contributions to certified community betterment programs that provide services like employment training, human services, medical services, and crime prevention in designated community development areas. The total amount of tax credits allowed under this program is limited to $350,000 per fiscal year. The bill also makes numerous modifications to existing tax credit programs, including adjusting credit limits and expiration dates for various incentive programs related to rural development, film production, shortline rail modernization, and other economic development initiatives. Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to property tax sales procedures, sales tax collection, and other tax-related administrative processes. The bill includes provisions that will become operative at different times, with some sections taking effect immediately and others becoming operative in 2026 or later. The legislation aims to provide targeted economic support and incentives for community and business development in Nebraska.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to revenue and taxation; to amend sections 18-3417, 60-3,185, 77-202.23, 77-202.24, 77-1804, 77-1806, 77-1815, 77-1816, 77-1819, 77-1823, 77-1825, 77-1829, 77-1836, 77-1856, 77-1902, 77-1909, and 81-1201.12, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 77-908, 77-1632, 77-1633, 77-1802, 77-1807, 77-1818, 77-1831, 77-1832, 77-1833, 77-1837, 77-1838, 77-2701.16, 77-2703, 77-2706.02, 77-2708, 77-2711, 77-2715.07, 77-2734.03, 77-27,187.02, 77-27,188, 77-27,241, 77-3110, 77-3120, 77-3126, 77-3136, 77-3169, 77-3806, 77-4602, 77-6605, 77-6919, 77-7012, 77-7304, and 77-7305, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024; to adopt the Community Development Assistance Act; to change provisions relating to land banks; to change a motor vehicle tax exemption and a property tax exemption relating to certain disabled veterans; to change provisions relating to community colleges; to change provisions relating to real property sold for delinquent taxes and certain tax- related foreclosure actions; to change provisions relating to a sales tax exemption for the lease or use of certain towers; to change sales tax collection fees; to change provisions relating to purchasing agents; to provide for an audit by the Auditor of Public Accounts for suspected tax reporting irregularities or discrepancies; to create an exception to the disclosure of confidential tax information by municipalities; to change provisions relating to the Nebraska Advantage Rural Development Act, a food donation tax credit, the Relocation Incentive Act, the Creating High Impact Economic Futures Act, the Cast and Crew Nebraska Act, the Nebraska Shortline Rail Modernization Act, the Reverse Osmosis System Tax Credit Act, certain transfers of General Fund net receipts, the Renewable Chemical Production Tax Credit Act, the Urban Redevelopment Act, the Nebraska Biodiesel Tax Credit Act, and the School District Property Tax Relief Act; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; to repeal the original sections; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Brad von Gillern (NP)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 87
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor on May 6, 2025
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CO bill #SB071 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Prohibit Restrictions on 340B Drugs
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Colorado 340B Contract Pharmacy Protection Act to safeguard the 340B drug pricing program, which allows certain healthcare providers serving low-income patients to purchase outpatient drugs at discounted rates. The legislation prohibits pharmaceutical manufacturers, wholesalers, and other entities from restricting or discriminating against 340B covered entities (like hospitals and federally qualified health centers) when acquiring or delivering 340B drugs. The bill prevents manufacturers from requiring unnecessary health information or data submissions and classifies violations as unfair trade practices subject to investigation by the Attorney General. Additionally, the bill requires hospitals participating in the 340B program to annually report their drug savings and how they use those savings, with restrictions on using the savings for certain expenses like board compensation, advertising, or lobbying. The legislation aims to protect vulnerable patients and safety net providers by ensuring that the financial benefits of the 340B program remain accessible, particularly noting that nearly 90% of participating Colorado hospitals operate under unsustainable margins and many community health centers serve patients with low incomes. The bill reflects a legislative finding that pharmaceutical manufacturers have increasingly placed restrictions on 340B programs since 2020, and seeks to protect the program's original congressional intent of helping healthcare providers stretch scarce resources to serve more patients.
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Bill Summary: Under the federal 340B drug pricing program (340B program), a covered entity, including certain hospitals, programs, and federally qualified health centers (covered entity), that serves patients with low income receives discounted outpatient drugs (340B drugs) from manufacturers that participate in the federal medicaid and medicare programs. Unless the receipt of 340B drugs is prohibited by the federal department of health and human services, the bill prohibits a manufacturer, wholesaler, third-party logistics provider, or repackager in this state, or an agent, contractor, or affiliate of those entities, including an entity that collects or processes health information, from directly or indirectly denying, restricting, prohibiting, discriminating against, or otherwise limiting the acquisition of a 340B drug by, or delivery of a 340B drug to, a covered entity, a pharmacy contracted with a covered entity, or a location otherwise authorized by a covered entity to receive and dispense 340B drugs. The bill also prohibits a manufacturer from directly or indirectly requiring a covered entity, a pharmacy contracted with a covered entity, or any other location authorized to receive 340B drugs by a covered entity to submit any health information, claims or utilization data, or other specified data that does not relate to a claim submitted to certain federal health care programs, unless the data is voluntarily furnished or required to be furnished under federal law. A violation of the prohibitions in the bill is an unfair or deceptive trade practice under the "Colorado Consumer Protection Act" (act), and the violator is subject to the enforcement provisions and penalties contained in that act. The attorney general may investigate and enforce the provisions of the bill, as well as a business harmed by a violation of the provisions of the bill. In addition, a person regulated by the state board of pharmacy (pharmacy board) that violates the provisions of the bill may be subject to discipline by the pharmacy board against the person's license, certification, or registration, as well as other penalties. The bill requires a covered entity that is a hospital to annually post on its public-facing website information concerning the annual, estimated, aggregate financial benefit to the hospital covered entity resulting from its ability to acquire pharmaceuticals at a discount through the 340B program and a description of how the hospital covered entity uses savings from participation in the 340B program.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 26 : Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D)*, Janice Rich (R)*, Matt Martinez (D)*, Rick Taggart (R)*, Nick Hinrichsen (D)*, Judith Amabile (D), James Coleman (D), Tony Exum (D), Lisa Frizell (R), Chris Kolker (D), Larry Liston (R), Janice Marchman (D), Kyle Mullica (D), Rod Pelton (R), Dylan Roberts (D), Marc Snyder (D), Shannon Bird (D), Brandi Bradley (R), Lindsay Gilchrist (D), Ryan Gonzalez (R), Tisha Mauro (D), Julie McCluskie (D), Karen McCormick (D), Naquetta Ricks (D), Matt Soper (R), Katie Stewart (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: House Third Reading Passed - No Amendments
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NE bill #LB317 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Merge the Department of Natural Resources with the Department of Environment and Energy and change the name to the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment, create the position of Chief Water Officer, and provide, change, and eliminate powers and duties relating to water, conservation, state game refuges, and low-level radioactive waste disposal
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: merges the Department of Natural Resources with the Department of Environment and Energy to create the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment, effective July 1, 2025. The new department will be led by a Chief Water Officer who will take over many of the responsibilities previously held by the Directors of Natural Resources and Environment and Energy. The bill makes extensive changes to numerous state statutes, updating references from the old department names to the new Department of Water, Energy, and Environment. Key provisions include transferring all existing employees, preserving their current rights and benefits, and ensuring that all existing contracts, permits, and legal proceedings will continue under the new department structure. The bill also creates a new position of Chief Water Officer who will retain the water-related powers previously held by the Director of Natural Resources, including responsibilities for water rights, water appropriations, dam safety, and water resource management. Additionally, the bill eliminates some existing programs and consolidates various water-related functions under the new department, with the goal of creating a more streamlined and efficient water management system for the state.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment; to amend sections 2-408, 2-969, 2-1501, 2-1504, 2-1508, 2-1509, 2-1510, 2-1511, 2-1588, 2-1592, 2-1593, 2-1594, 2-1595, 2-2626, 2-3202, 2-3225, 2-3241, 2-3254, 2-3279, 2-3280, 2-4602, 2-4603, 2-4604, 2-4901, 13-1701, 13-2008, 13-2009, 13-2042.01, 16-6,106, 25-1062.01, 25-1064, 25-1920, 25-2159, 25-2160, 31-415, 31-509, 31-515, 31-516, 31-1003, 31-1015, 37-707, 37-708.01, 46-106, 46-122, 46-190, 46-192, 46-193, 46-1,155, 46-1,157, 46-205, 46-226, 46-226.01, 46-226.02, 46-226.03, 46-227, 46-229, 46-229.01, 46-229.02, 46-229.03, 46-229.04, 46-229.05, 46-229.06, 46-230, 46-231, 46-233, 46-233.01, 46-234, 46-235, 46-235.01, 46-235.02, 46-235.03, 46-235.04, 46-236, 46-237, 46-238, 46-240.01, 46-241, 46-242, 46-250, 46-252, 46-254, 46-256, 46-258, 46-261, 46-263.02, 46-273, 46-286, 46-288, 46-289, 46-290, 46-291, 46-292, 46-293, 46-294, 46-294.01, 46-294.02, 46-294.05, 46-297, 46-2,101, 46-2,104, 46-2,105, 46-2,108, 46-2,109, 46-2,110, 46-2,111, 46-2,112, 46-2,113, 46-2,114, 46-2,115, 46-2,116, 46-2,116.01, 46-2,116.02, 46-2,117, 46-2,118, 46-2,119, 46-2,120, 46-2,122, 46-2,123, 46-2,124, 46-2,125, 46-2,128, 46-2,130, 46-2,139, 46-302, 46-303, 46-304, 46-305, 46-312, 46-315, 46-514, 46-515, 46-516, 46-517, 46-518, 46-519, 46-521, 46-522, 46-524, 46-525, 46-526, 46-527, 46-528, 46-529, 46-530, 46-536, 46-541, 46-583, 46-601.01, 46-602, 46-604, 46-606, 46-609, 46-610, 46-613.01, 46-613.02, 46-637, 46-638, 46-639, 46-640, 46-641, 46-642, 46-644, 46-645, 46-648, 46-649, 46-653, 46-654, 46-655.01, 46-676, 46-677, 46-678, 46-679, 46-680, 46-682, 46-683, 46-683.01, 46-684, 46-685, 46-686, 46-686.01, 46-688, 46-691, 46-703, 46-704, 46-705, 46-706, 46-707, 46-709, 46-711, 46-712, 46-713, 46-714, 46-715, 46-716, 46-717, 46-718, 46-719, 46-720, 46-721, 46-722, 46-723, 46-724, 46-725, 46-726, 46-728, 46-729, 46-730, 46-731, 46-732, 46-733, 46-736, 46-737, 46-739, 46-740, 46-742, 46-743, 46-744, 46-745, 46-746, 46-748, 46-749, 46-750, 46-751, 46-753, 46-754, 46-755, 46-801, 46-802, 46-803, 46-804, 46-1001, 46-1004, 46-1005, 46-1011, 46-1023, 46-1102, 46-1108, 46-1109, 46-1204.01, 46-1207, 46-1217, 46-1222, 46-1224, 46-1235, 46-1301, 46-1304, 46-1403, 46-1404, 46-1502, 46-1605, 46-1606, 46-1607, 46-1611, 46-1613, 46-1614, 46-1636, 46-1637, 46-1639, 46-1640, 46-1641, 46-1642, 46-1645, 46-1646, 46-1647, 46-1648, 46-1649, 46-1650, 46-1651, 46-1652, 46-1653, 46-1654, 46-1655, 46-1656, 46-1657, 46-1658, 46-1659, 46-1660, 46-1661, 46-1662, 46-1663, 46-1664, 46-1665, 46-1666, 46-1667, 46-1668, 46-1669, 46-1670, 54-2417, 54-2421, 54-2429, 54-2430, 57-1407, 57-1502, 57-1609, 57-1614, 57-1619, 58-202, 60-6,363, 60-6,364, 60-6,367, 60-6,368, 61-201, 61-202, 61-203, 61-204, 61-205, 61-207, 61-208, 61-209, 61-210, 61-211, 61-215, 61-216, 70-669, 71-3508.04, 71-3524, 76-2,124, 77-3,112, 81-101, 81-102, 81-2,294, 81-502, 81-829.05, 81-1108.55, 81-1316, 81-1502, 81-1503, 81-1537, 81-1540, 81-1561, 81-15,118, 81-15,120, 81-15,124, 81-15,124.04, 81-15,124.05, 81-15,125, 81-15,126, 81-15,127, 81-15,129, 81-15,149, 81-15,159, 81-15,159.01, 81-15,159.02, 81-15,166, 81-15,170, 81-15,175, 81-15,177, 81-15,178, 81-15,179, 81-15,180, 81-15,183, 81-15,184, 81-15,185, 81-15,185.01, 81-15,185.02, 81-15,185.03, 81-15,186, 81-15,213, 81-15,229, 81-15,235, 81-15,242, 81-15,243, 81-15,260, 81-15,262, 81-15,263, 81-15,292, 81-15,299, 81-15,300, 81-15,302, 81-15,312, 81-1604, 81-1606, 81-1607, 81-1609, 81-1611, 81-1612, 81-1625, 81-1635, 81-1636, 81-1637, 81-1638, 81-1640, 81-3449, 81-3453, 84-166, 84-602.04, 85-162.03, 86-570, and 88-550, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 2-414, 2-415, 2-416, 2-1507, 19-1201, 19-1202, 19-1203, 19-1204, 19-5706, 31-508, 37-806, 37-814, 46-1,164, 46-1,165, 46-296, 49-506, 49-617, 54-2940, 58-221, 61-206, 61-218, 61-222, 61-224, 61-226, 61-227, 61-228, 61-303, 61-305, 61-401, 61-403, 61-404, 61-405, 61-502, 61-520, 66-203, 66-204, 66-301, 66-302, 66-303, 66-304, 66-489.02, 66-1004, 66-1009, 66-1105, 66-1344, 66-1504, 66-1518, 66-1529.02, 66-2001, 66-2201, 66-2216, 69-2011, 69-2502, 70-1003, 71-2433, 71-3503, 71-5301, 71-5316, 71-5328, 71-6406, 72-804, 72-805, 76-2602, 76-2608, 77-27,150, 77-27,151, 77-27,152, 77-27,153, 77-27,154, 77-27,187.01, 77-27,236, and 77-3442, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024; to merge the Department of Natural Resources with the Department of Environment and Energy; to rename the department, the director, and certain funds; to change procedures for appointment of the director; to create a new position; to provide, change, transfer, and eliminate powers and duties; to provide exemptions from the State Personnel System; to change and eliminate provisions relating to irrigation districts and natural resources districts; to eliminate provisions relating to the Conservation Corporation Act, the Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Act, the Nebraska Soil Survey Fund, and the state water planning and review process; to eliminate obsolete provisions; to change provisions relating to the Water Sustainability Fund and the boundary lines of state game refuges; to harmonize provisions; to provide an operative date; to repeal the original sections; to outright repeal sections 2-1596, 2-1597, 2-1598, 2-1599, 2-15,100, 2-15,101, 2-15,103, 2-15,105, 2-15,106, 2-3277, 2-3278, 2-4201, 2-4202, 2-4203, 2-4204, 2-4205, 2-4206, 2-4207, 2-4208, 2-4209, 2-4210, 2-4211, 2-4212, 2-4213, 2-4214, 2-4215, 2-4216, 2-4217, 2-4218, 2-4219, 2-4220, 2-4221, 2-4222, 2-4223, 2-4224, 2-4225, 2-4226, 2-4227, 2-4228, 2-4229, 2-4230, 2-4231, 2-4232, 2-4233, 2-4234, 2-4235, 2-4236, 2-4237, 2-4238, 2-4239, 2-4240, 2-4241, 2-4242, 2-4243, 2-4244, 2-4245, 2-4246, 46-199, 71-3508.02, 81-15,254, 81-15,255, 81-15,256, 81-15,257, 81-15,258, 81-15,259, 81-15,293, 81-15,294, 81-15,295, 81-15,296, 81-15,297, and 81-15,298, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Brandt (NP)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor on May 6, 2025
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MA bill #H908 • Last Action 05/06/2025
To "Skip the Stuff" to reduce restaurant waste
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to reduce restaurant packaging waste in Massachusetts by implementing several key provisions. The legislation requires food service providers to only provide single-use food serviceware and condiments upon customer request, allowing restaurants to charge a $0.75 fee per transaction for these items. Third-party food delivery platforms must also offer customers the option to select specific single-use items, and only provide those specifically requested. New full-service restaurants will be required to use reusable food serviceware for on-premise dining, with limited exceptions for certain paper products. The bill addresses environmental and health concerns related to disposable packaging, noting that such items often contain harmful chemicals, contribute significantly to litter, and are frequently non-recyclable or non-compostable. The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection will be responsible for enforcing the law, with a graduated penalty system for violations: first a written notice, then fines ranging from $50 to $150 for subsequent infractions. The department is also tasked with conducting educational outreach about the environmental and health impacts of single-use food serviceware. Importantly, the bill allows local municipalities to implement even more restrictive regulations if they choose, and most provisions will take effect one year after the act's enactment.
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Bill Summary: Relative to food and beverage packaging waste. Environment and Natural Resources.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Michelle Ciccolo (D)*, Kristin Kassner (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Hearing (13:00:00 5/6/2025 A-1)
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AL bill #SB193 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Office of Occupational and Professional Licensing within the Department of Workforce; created as centralized entity for providing leadership, support, and oversight to certain boards.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Office of Occupational and Professional Licensing within the Alabama Department of Workforce as a centralized entity to provide leadership, support, and oversight to various professional and occupational licensing boards. The bill will transfer multiple existing state boards under the jurisdiction of this new office, with the goal of streamlining administrative processes and creating a more efficient regulatory structure. Specifically, the bill establishes the Office of Occupational and Professional Licensing, which will be led by an executive director appointed by the Secretary of Workforce. This office will have broad powers to oversee and support various licensing boards, including: 1. Collecting and managing licensing fees 2. Processing license applications 3. Conducting investigations 4. Setting administrative fees 5. Issuing and renewing licenses 6. Maintaining board records 7. Scheduling hearings and examinations The bill affects numerous professional licensing boards, including those for auctioneers, athletic trainers, bail bonding, counseling, electrical contractors, genetic counseling, home medical equipment, interior designers, landscape architects, massage therapy, midwifery, private investigation, prosthetists and orthotists, security officers, and several others. A key feature of the bill is the creation of the Occupational and Professional Licensing Fund, into which all licensing fees and receipts will be deposited. The executive director will have significant discretion in setting fees, renewal schedules, and administrative processes for the various boards. The transfer of boards will occur in two phases: some boards will be transferred on October 1, 2025, while most will be transferred on October 1, 2026. This phased approach allows for a gradual and structured transition of administrative responsibilities. The bill aims to create a more centralized, efficient, and consistent approach to professional licensing in Alabama, potentially reducing administrative overhead and providing more standardized processes across different professional boards.
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Bill Summary: Office of Occupational and Professional Licensing within the Department of Workforce; created as centralized entity for providing leadership, support, and oversight to certain boards.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Elliott (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Currently Indefinitely Postponed
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ME bill #LD1788 • Last Action 05/06/2025
An Act to Strengthen the Freedom of Access Act by Categorizing Commercial Requesters
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Maine's Freedom of Access Act by introducing specific definitions and new requirements for public records requests. The bill defines several key terms, including "commercial request" (a request that furthers a commercial, trade, or profit interest), "noncommercial request" (a request from educational institutions, scientific institutions, news media, or other non-commercial entities), "educational institution" (a school conducting scholarly research), and "representative of news media" (an entity actively gathering and disseminating information of public interest). The bill prohibits agencies from charging fees for the first two hours of staff time for noncommercial requests, while allowing them to establish a fee structure for commercial requests. Additionally, the bill requires requesters to certify whether their request is commercial or noncommercial and whether the requested information is likely to be part of an ongoing judicial proceeding. These changes aim to provide clearer guidelines for public record requests and fee structures, ensuring transparency while protecting agencies from excessive administrative burdens.
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Bill Summary: This bill prohibits an agency or official from charging a fee to cover the actual cost of searching for, retrieving and compiling a noncommercial request of a public record for the first 2 hours of staff time. The bill allows an agency or official to establish a fee structure and charge a fee for a commercial request of a public record. The bill also requires a person or entity to certify whether a request for a public record is a commercial request or a noncommercial request and whether the public information subject to the request is likely to be produced pursuant to an ongoing judicial proceeding and to provide additional information, as necessary, to the agency or official having custody or control of a public record subject to the request.
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• Introduced: 04/23/2025
• Added: 04/24/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Rachel Henderson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 5/6/2025 State House, Room 438)
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DC bill #B26-0200 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Open Meetings Clarification Temporary Amendment Act of 2025
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act on a temporary basis to clarify several key provisions related to public meetings in the District of Columbia. The bill redefines "meeting" to include more comprehensive descriptions of when public bodies gather, while removing some previous exemptions like field trips and retreats. It provides new provisions allowing public bodies to be briefed about potential terrorist or public health threats without taking official action, and specifically exempts meetings between the Council and the Mayor from open meeting requirements if no official action is taken. The bill introduces more flexible guidelines for public access to meetings, stipulating that a meeting is considered open to the public if reasonable steps are taken to allow public viewing or hearing of the meeting, either during the meeting or as soon as technologically feasible afterward. Additionally, the bill modifies notification requirements and gives the Council more discretion in establishing its own rules for open meetings. The amendments aim to balance transparency with practical considerations of government operations, providing clearer guidelines for what constitutes a public meeting and how such meetings should be conducted. The bill is temporary, set to expire 225 days after taking effect, which allows for potential further refinement of the open meetings regulations.
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Bill Summary: A BILL 26-200 IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To amend, on a temporary basis, the Open Meetings Act to clarify the definition of “meeting”; to provide for a public body’s ability to be briefed about potential terrorist or public health threats so long as no official action is taken; to exempt from the act meetings between the Council and the Mayor provided that no official action is taken at such meetings; and to provide that a meeting shall be deemed open to the public if the public body takes steps reasonably calculated to allow the public to view or hear the meeting while the meeting is taking place, or, if doing so is not technologically feasible, as soon thereafter as reasonably practicable.
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• Introduced: 03/28/2025
• Added: 03/29/2025
• Session: 26th Council
• Sponsors: 12 : Phil Mendelson (D)*, Christina Henderson (I)*, Brianne Nadeau (D)*, Matt Frumin (D)*, Zachary Parker (D)*, Wendell Felder (D)*, Kenyan McDuffie (I)*, Anita Bonds (D)*, Robert White (D)*, Brooke Pinto (D)*, Janeese George (D)*, Charles Allen (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 04/01/2025
• Last Action: Postponed to Next Legislative Meeting
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AL bill #HB153 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Alabama Veterans Resource Center, center and board created to assist veterans and families transition to civilian life; duties and powers of board provided
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Alabama Veterans Resource Center (AVRC), a public corporation designed to provide comprehensive support for veterans and their families in Alabama, which has the highest per capita veteran population in the United States. The center will be governed by a diverse board of directors appointed by state leaders, including ex officio members from key state agencies like Veterans Affairs, Mental Health, and Workforce. The board will have broad powers to support veterans through services such as benefits assistance, career counseling, job placement, mental health programs, education and training opportunities, and support for military families. The center will operate using a hub and spoke model with a central office and regional support networks, potentially utilizing online portals and technology. The board can form public-private partnerships, accept funding from various sources, and will have significant flexibility in managing operations, including exemptions from certain state procurement and meeting regulations. The center will have a dedicated fund in the State Treasury and can be dissolved by a three-quarters board vote if needed. The legislation aims to create a coordinated, comprehensive support system for veterans transitioning to civilian life, with the center set to become operational on June 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Alabama Veterans Resource Center, center and board created to assist veterans and families transition to civilian life; duties and powers of board provided
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Ed Oliver (R)*, Parker Moore (R), Jerry Starnes (R), Ron Bolton (R), Rex Reynolds (R), Ginny Shaver (R), Susan DuBose (R), Mack Butler (R), Kenneth Paschal (R), Phillip Pettus (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Currently Indefinitely Postponed
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AL bill #HB260 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Composition of Alabama Job Creation and Military Stability Commission
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the composition of the Alabama Job Creation and Military Stability Commission by adding two new ex officio members: the chair of the Alabama House Military and Veterans Affairs Committee and the chair of the Alabama Senate Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Safety Committee. The bill maintains the existing structure of the commission, which includes the Lieutenant Governor (or Governor) as chair, Senate and House leadership as vice chairs, and representatives from various state agencies and legislative bodies. The commission's purpose remains focused on studying and evaluating military resources in Alabama, including personnel, assets, economic impacts, and strategies for maintaining military presence in the state. The bill clarifies that commission members serve four-year terms and can be reappointed indefinitely, with provisions for meeting participation through telecommunications and requirements to reflect the state's diversity. The commission is tasked with producing an annual report to the Legislature and can accept donations to support its work. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, and aim to enhance the commission's ability to support military stability and job creation in Alabama.
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Bill Summary: Composition of Alabama Job Creation and Military Stability Commission
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Parker Moore (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Currently Indefinitely Postponed
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NC bill #H462 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Personal Data Privacy/Social Media Safety
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes two key initiatives: the North Carolina Personal Data Privacy Act and the Social Media Safety Act. For personal data privacy, the bill creates comprehensive regulations for how businesses collect, process, and protect consumer personal data, giving consumers significant rights including the ability to confirm what data is being collected, access their personal data, correct inaccuracies, request data deletion, and opt out of certain data processing activities like targeted advertising or data sales. The bill applies to businesses that process data for at least 35,000 consumers or derive over 20% of their revenue from data sales, with specific requirements for data security, consent, and transparency. For social media safety, the bill mandates that social media companies verify the age of North Carolina users, requiring parental consent for minors to create accounts and implementing reasonable age verification methods like government ID checks. Social media companies that fail to comply can face significant penalties, including criminal misdemeanor charges and civil liability of up to $2,500 per violation. The law is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, with the North Carolina Department of Justice required to begin public outreach about the new regulations by July 1, 2025. The bill aims to protect consumer privacy and protect minors from potentially harmful social media interactions by establishing clear legal frameworks for data handling and platform access.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO PROTECT NORTH CAROLINIANS BY ENACTING THE PERSONAL DATA PRIVACY ACT AND SOCIAL MEDIA SAFETY ACT.
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• Introduced: 03/19/2025
• Added: 03/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 25 : Terry Brown (D)*, Allen Chesser (R)*, Neal Jackson (R)*, Tim Longest (D)*, Eric Ager (D), Vernetta Alston (D), Amber Baker (D), Cynthia Ball (D), Mary Belk (D), Gloristine Brown (D), Tracy Clark (D), Mike Colvin (D), Carla Cunningham (D), Allison Dahle (D), Pricey Harrison (D), Zack Hawkins (D), Frances Jackson (D), Monika Johnson-Hostler (D), Carolyn Logan (D), Jordan Lopez (D), Nasif Majeed (D), Ray Pickett (R), Garland Pierce (D), Lindsey Prather (D), James Roberson (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Commerce and Economic Development Hearing (10:00:00 5/6/2025 643 LOB)
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MD bill #HB412 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Elections - Local Boards of Elections - Open Meeting Requirements (Local Boards of Elections Transparency Act)
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires local boards of elections to enhance transparency by making several key changes to their meeting and documentation practices. Each local board must publish their meeting agenda, summaries of finalized documents, written public testimony, and other voting materials on their website at least 48 hours before a meeting (or as soon as practicable for emergency meetings). The bill mandates that local boards provide live video streaming of their open meetings, with exceptions for off-site meetings, project site visits, and inspections. Additionally, these boards must maintain a complete, unedited video recording of each streamed meeting for a minimum of 5 years. The State Board of Elections is tasked with adopting regulations by December 1, 2025, to ensure these streaming requirements are implemented in a way that maximizes transparency. The provisions of this bill will take effect on June 1, 2025, with the goal of increasing public access to and understanding of local election board proceedings.
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Bill Summary: Requiring each local board of elections to make available on its website each open meeting agenda, a summary of any finalized documents, certain written testimony, and other materials on which the board will be voting; requiring each local board to provide live video streaming of each open meeting and to maintain a complete and unedited archived video recording of each open meeting for 5 years; requiring the State Board of Elections to adopt regulations to ensure that the streaming requirements are met in a certain manner; etc.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Marc Korman (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 303
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PA bill #HB668 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Counseling Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes Pennsylvania to join the Counseling Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate professional counseling practice across state lines. The compact creates a system where licensed professional counselors can obtain a "Privilege to Practice" in other member states without acquiring multiple individual state licenses. Key provisions include establishing uniform licensure requirements, creating a data system to track counselor credentials and disciplinary actions, and forming a Counseling Compact Commission to oversee implementation. The compact aims to increase public access to counseling services, support military families, enable telehealth practice, and enhance interstate cooperation in regulating professional counseling. Licensed counselors can practice in other member states by meeting specific criteria, such as maintaining an unencumbered home state license, paying applicable fees, and adhering to the laws of the state where services are being provided. The compact also establishes mechanisms for investigating and addressing potential misconduct, sharing investigative information between states, and creating a standardized approach to professional counseling licensure across participating states. The bill specifies that the compact will take effect 18 months after enactment, allowing time for implementation and initial organization of the interstate system.
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Bill Summary: Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Counseling Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 31 : Jenn O'Mara (D)*, Tim Brennan (D), Chris Pielli (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Liz Hanbidge (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Joe Ciresi (D), Nancy Guenst (D), Kristine Howard (D), Kyle Donahue (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), Joe Hohenstein (D), Tarik Khan (D), Elizabeth Fiedler (D), Melissa Shusterman (D), Bob Freeman (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Danielle Otten (D), Izzy Smith-Wade-El (D), Roni Green (D), Mandy Steele (D), Gina Curry (D), Maureen Madden (D), Lisa Borowski (D), Christina Sappey (D), Rob Matzie (D), Greg Scott (D), Rick Krajewski (D), Jeanne McNeill (D), Eric Nelson (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Laid on the table
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CT bill #HB07112 • Last Action 05/06/2025
An Act Concerning Housing And Homelessness And The Rental Assistance Program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses multiple aspects of housing and homelessness in Connecticut through a comprehensive set of provisions. It establishes a sewer system infrastructure support program to help municipalities expand sewer services for housing development, and prohibits zoning regulations from requiring lot sizes larger than one acre for residential construction. The bill bans municipalities from installing "hostile architecture" designed to prevent homeless individuals from sitting or lying in public spaces. It requires state agencies to collect data on LGBTQ youth and young adults experiencing housing challenges. The bill creates several pilot programs, including a middle housing development grant program, a portable shower and laundry facilities program for people experiencing homelessness, and a direct rental assistance pilot program that provides cash assistance to individuals on housing voucher waiting lists. Additionally, the bill authorizes bonding for housing choice voucher homeownership programs and modifies the Community Investment Fund to provide automatic bonding for affordable housing projects. The legislation also mandates studies on various innovative housing approaches, such as establishing a real estate trust for affordable housing, creating rental savings accounts, and developing extreme temperature protocols to protect homeless individuals. These comprehensive measures aim to address housing affordability, accessibility, and support for vulnerable populations in Connecticut.
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Bill Summary: To (1) establish a sewer system infrastructure support program, (2) prohibit requiring a lot size greater than one acre for construction of a residence, (3) prohibit a municipality from installing or constructing hostile architecture, (4) require the collection of data regarding LGBTQ youth and young adults, (5) modify the rental assistance program, (6) authorize bonding for municipalities administering a housing choice voucher home ownership program, (7) modify the Community Investment Fund to provide automatic bonding for affordable housing projects, (8) establish a middle housing grant pilot program, (9) establish a pilot program to provide portable showers and laundry facilities to persons experiencing homelessness, (10) establish a direct rental assistance pilot program, and (11) require the majority leaders' roundtable to study (A) establishing an Affordable Housing Real Estate Trust, (B) providing funding to individuals renovating properties in areas with low appraisal values, (C) establishing rental savings accounts and rental tax credits, and (D) establishing extreme temperature protocols to protect persons experiencing homelessness.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Housing Committee, Geoff Luxenberg (D), Steven Winter (D), Travis Simms (D), Gary Turco (D), Geraldo Reyes (D), Hilda Santiago (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Tabled for the Calendar, House
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MD bill #HB504 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Excellence in Maryland Public Schools Act
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill, titled the "Excellence in Maryland Public Schools Act", is a comprehensive education reform measure that makes several significant changes to Maryland's public school system. The bill authorizes local governing bodies to exceed certain tax revenue limitations for specific educational purposes, modifies the funding sources for the Blueprint for Maryland's Future Fund, and establishes several new educational initiatives. Key provisions include allowing county governing bodies to set higher property tax rates specifically to fund school board budgets and pension systems, with restrictions to prevent reducing other local funding sources. The bill adjusts the target per pupil foundation amount for various fiscal years, updates the compensation amounts for different educational categories like compensatory education and English learners, and creates a new Academic Excellence Program within the State Department of Education. The Academic Excellence Program aims to address critical academic needs by providing direct coaching support to teachers and administrators, delivering professional learning opportunities, and establishing an Academic Excellence Fund to support these efforts. The program will initially focus on early literacy instruction in elementary schools and expand to other academic topics and grade levels in subsequent years. The bill also establishes a national teacher recruitment campaign to attract licensed and prospective teachers to the state, including a Teacher Relocation Incentive Grant to help out-of-state teachers move to Maryland. Additionally, it creates a school leadership training program and a Maryland School Leadership Academy to support and develop educational leaders. Other notable provisions include requirements for community schools to develop implementation plans, a study on special education funding, and technical assistance for developing innovative teacher collaboration models. The bill represents a comprehensive approach to improving educational quality, teacher support, and student outcomes in Maryland's public schools.
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Bill Summary: Authorizing local governing bodies to exceed certain tax and revenue limitations for a certain purpose; altering the source of funds for the Blueprint for Maryland's Future Fund to include the interest earnings of the Academic Excellence Fund; authorizing the Department to establish a national teacher recruitment campaign; establishing the Academic Excellence Program in the Department to address critical academic needs in public schools; requiring local school systems to develop certain countywide community school implementation plans; etc.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Kevin Hornberger (R)*, Susan McComas (R), Chris Tomlinson (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 237
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NC bill #S229 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Authorize NIL Agency Contracts
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive legal framework for Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) agency contracts involving student-athletes in North Carolina, introducing new definitions and regulations to govern these emerging contractual arrangements. The legislation creates two distinct types of agency contracts: professional-sports-services agency contracts and NIL agency contracts, with specific requirements for each. For NIL contracts, the bill mandates that agency agreements must include a warning statement about potential eligibility consequences and allows students to cancel the contract within 14 days of signing. The bill also places restrictions on athlete agents, particularly those with recent employment or contractual relationships with educational institutions, prohibiting them from entering NIL agency contracts with student-athletes at their former institution. Additionally, the legislation includes a public records exemption, making NIL contract records confidential and preventing public agencies from disclosing these documents. The bill aims to provide clear guidelines and protections for student-athletes engaging in NIL contracts while maintaining transparency and preventing potential conflicts of interest in the emerging NIL marketplace.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE NAME, IMAGE, AND LIKENESS AGENCY CONTRACTS AND TO EXEMPT NAME, IMAGE, AND LIKENESS CONTRACTS FROM PUBLIC RECORDS REQUIREMENTS.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Amy Galey (R)*, Robert Brinson (R)*, Kevin Corbin (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
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AL bill #SB336 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Alabama School Choice and Student Opportunity Act, creation of conversion public charter school districts authorized
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new mechanism for establishing conversion public charter school districts in Alabama, allowing local school boards to transform some of their existing non-charter public schools into public charter schools while retaining governance control. Specifically, the bill amends existing education laws to define a "conversion public charter school district" as a group of two or more schools that previously existed under a local school board and continue to be governed by that same board after converting to charter status. The bill allows a local school board to convert some, but not all, of its schools to charter status, with the local school board continuing to serve as the governing board for these converted schools. Key provisions include requirements for soliciting education service providers to manage the converted schools, ensuring teachers have interview opportunities, and allowing for potential personnel reductions. The bill also includes various technical amendments to existing charter school law, such as updating definitions and clarifying authorizing processes. The changes are set to take effect on October 1, 2025, providing time for school systems to prepare for potential conversions. The overall intent appears to be providing more flexibility in public school management while maintaining local school board oversight.
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Bill Summary: Alabama School Choice and Student Opportunity Act, creation of conversion public charter school districts authorized
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• Introduced: 04/22/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Clyde Chambliss (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Currently Indefinitely Postponed
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DC bill #B26-0088 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Virtual Open Meetings Authority Extension Temporary Amendment Act of 2025
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill temporarily amends the Open Meetings Act to provide more flexibility for public bodies in holding open meetings. Specifically, the bill allows a meeting to be considered "open to the public" if the public body takes reasonable steps to enable public viewing or hearing of the meeting while it is happening, or as soon as possible afterward if live streaming is not technologically feasible. The amendment modifies existing provisions to explicitly include these alternative methods of public access, expanding the ways in which government meetings can be made transparent. The bill is temporary, set to expire 225 days after taking effect, and will require approval by the Mayor and a 30-day congressional review period. This change appears designed to provide government bodies with more options for conducting public meetings, particularly in situations where traditional in-person attendance might be challenging, such as during pandemic-related restrictions or technological limitations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To amend, on a temporary basis, the Open Meetings Act to provide that a meeting shall be deemed open to the public if the public body takes steps reasonably calculated to allow the public to view or hear the meeting while the meeting is taking place, or, if doing so is not technologically feasible, as soon thereafter as reasonably practicable.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 26th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Mendelson (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Law Number L26-0005 Effective from May 06, 2025, Expires on Dec 17, 2025
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MA bill #H913 • Last Action 05/06/2025
To create fees for single use beverage containers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a comprehensive framework to reduce single-use beverage container waste in Massachusetts by establishing several key provisions. The legislation introduces a $0.01 fee for each disposable beverage container used when customers do not bring their own reusable containers, with all collected fees directed to a new Clean Environment Fund dedicated to environmental protection, recycling, and waste reduction programs. Food service providers, including restaurants, must now permit customers to use reusable beverage containers that comply with food safety regulations and can be refused if they appear unsanitary. The bill mandates educational outreach about the environmental and health impacts of single-use containers and establishes an enforcement mechanism with escalating fines for non-compliance: first a written warning, then a $50 fine for a second violation, and at least $150 for subsequent violations. Additionally, new full-service restaurants will only be granted business licenses if they commit to using reusable food serviceware for on-premise dining, with limited exceptions for take-out packaging. The legislation is designed to address the significant environmental and health concerns associated with disposable food packaging, such as street litter, waste stream contamination, and potentially harmful chemical additives in packaging materials, while providing a structured approach to promoting more sustainable food service practices.
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Bill Summary: Relative to fees for single use beverage containers. Environment and Natural Resources.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Michelle Ciccolo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Hearing (13:00:00 5/6/2025 A-1)
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AL bill #HB603 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Alabama Resilience Council
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Alabama Resilience Council as an official advisory group within the state's executive branch to coordinate and improve the state's preparedness for and response to various natural and man-made disasters. The council will consist of voting members from 16 state agencies and non-voting members from federal agencies, with membership designed to reflect the state's diverse demographics. The council's primary responsibilities include developing statewide resilience strategies, enhancing community awareness about potential hazards, engaging the private sector in resilience efforts, and supporting risk management and mitigation initiatives. The bill also provides for the potential appointment of a Chief Resilience Officer who will lead the development of a comprehensive statewide resilience plan, which must include a detailed risk and vulnerability assessment, prioritized resilience actions, and an implementation strategy. The plan will evaluate impacts of extreme weather and disasters, assess current and future risks, and propose actions to mitigate potential damages, with a focus on cost-effective and multi-benefit solutions. The council is mandated to meet at least twice annually, and members will serve without compensation except for potential per diem and travel allowances for public employees. The act is set to become effective on October 1, 2025, providing time for organizational preparation and initial planning.
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Bill Summary: Alabama Resilience Council
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• Introduced: 04/22/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chip Brown (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Currently Indefinitely Postponed
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MD bill #SB337 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Elections - Local Boards of Elections - Open Meeting Requirements (Local Boards of Elections Transparency Act)
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires local boards of elections to significantly improve their transparency and public accessibility by mandating several key provisions. Each local board must now make its open meeting agenda and related materials publicly available on its website at least 48 hours before a meeting (or as soon as practicable for emergency meetings), including summaries of finalized documents and written public testimony. The boards are required to provide live video streaming of their open meetings, with exceptions for off-site meetings, project site visits, and inspections. Additionally, these boards must maintain a complete, unedited video recording of each streamed meeting for a minimum of 5 years after the meeting date. The State Board of Elections is tasked with adopting regulations by December 1, 2025, to ensure these streaming requirements maximize transparency. The bill will take effect on June 1, 2025, and aims to increase public understanding and oversight of local election board proceedings by making their meetings more accessible and their documentation more readily available to the public.
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Bill Summary: Requiring each local board of elections to make available on its website each open meeting agenda, a summary of any finalized documents, certain written testimony, and other materials on which the board will be voting; requiring each local board to provide live video streaming of each open meeting and to maintain a complete and unedited archived video recording of each open meeting for 5 years; requiring the State Board of Elections to adopt regulations to ensure that the streaming requirements are met in a certain manner; etc.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cheryl Kagan (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 304
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ME bill #LD152 • Last Action 05/06/2025
An Act to Amend the Freedom of Access Act to Require a Specific Time Frame for Agencies to Comply with Requests for Public Records
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Access Act to establish a specific 30-day time frame for government agencies to respond to public records requests, replacing the previous vague standard of "reasonable time". Under the proposed changes, agencies must now acknowledge receipt of a records request within 5 working days and provide a good faith estimate of when they will fulfill the request. While agencies can still request clarification about the specific records sought, they are now legally required to fully respond within 30 days after the date the request was made. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability by creating a clear, consistent timeline for public access to government records, ensuring that citizens can more predictably obtain information about government activities. This amendment applies to all public records requests across state agencies, with some potential exceptions as provided by other statutes.
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Bill Summary: Under current law, the Freedom of Access Act requires that an agency or official having custody or control of a public record must comply with a request for public records made under the Act within a reasonable time. This bill amends the Act to require that agencies or officials comply with a request within 30 days after the date on which the request is made.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Laurel Libby (R)*, Grayson Lookner (D), David Sinclair (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Voted: Divided Report
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ME bill #LD1645 • Last Action 05/06/2025
An Act to Improve Legislative Access to Public Information
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Access Act by creating a new expedited process for public record requests made by legislators. Specifically, if at least three legislators from the government oversight committee (including at least one committee chair) submit a request for public records, the agency or official in possession of those records must respond and provide the requested documents within 20 working days. This is a change from the current law, which previously only required agencies to make a "good faith effort" to respond within a non-binding estimated timeframe. The bill aims to increase legislative transparency and provide a more structured mechanism for legislators to access public information by establishing a clear, time-bound requirement for responding to records requests from key legislative oversight members.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Access Act by requiring a request submitted by 3 or more Legislators to be complied with within 20 working days as long as at least 3 of the Legislators are members of the Legislature's government oversight committee and one of those 3 members is one of the chairs of that committee. Current law requires the agency or official receiving the request to make a good faith effort to comply with the request within a nonbinding estimate of time provided by the agency or official.
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• Introduced: 04/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Mike Tipping (D)*, Gary Friedmann (D), Dan Sayre (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Voted: ONTP
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CO bill #SB297 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Implementation of Colorado Natural Medicine Initiative
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a comprehensive data collection and reporting framework for natural medicine in Colorado, focusing on tracking the health and societal impacts of regulated natural medicine and natural medicine products. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is tasked with collecting and maintaining de-identified data from various sources, including facilitators, healing centers, and other state agencies, on topics such as law enforcement incidents, adverse health events, healthcare system impacts, consumer protection claims, and behavioral health outcomes. The data collection is contingent on receiving sufficient funding through gifts, grants, and donations from sources without a financial interest in the outcomes. Key provisions include requiring facilitators and healing centers to submit de-identified data starting July 1, 2026, establishing strict confidentiality and privacy protections for the collected information, and limiting the use of data to research, public health tracking, and regulatory purposes. The bill also modifies licensing requirements for natural medicine businesses, removing fingerprinting requirements and replacing them with name-based judicial record checks, and allows the governor to grant pardons to individuals convicted of natural medicine possession. The data collection program is set to be reviewed and potentially repealed on September 1, 2030, with the CDPHE required to inform the General Assembly about the program's continuation and funding availability.
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Bill Summary: The bill directs the Colorado department of public health and environment (CDPHE), in coordination with the department of revenue (DOR) and the department of regulatory agencies (DORA), to collect information and data related to the use of natural medicine and natural medicine products, including data on the following topics: ! Law enforcement incidents involving the use of natural medicine and natural medicine products; ! Adverse health events involving the use of natural medicine and natural medicine products; ! Impacts on health-care facilities, hospitals, and health-care systems related to the use of natural medicine and natural medicine products; ! Consumer protection claims related to natural medicine and natural medicine products; and ! Behavioral health impacts related to the use of natural medicine and natural medicine products. Subject to available appropriations, CDPHE shall also collect relevant data and information related to the use of natural medicine from facilitators and healing centers. CDPHE is required to create and maintain a database of the information collected. CDPHE is prohibited from sharing the information and data collected, except in certain instances, such as sharing the information with agencies and departments for their regulatory purposes, and only to the extent the information is necessary for those purposes. The operation and maintenance of the database is scheduled to repeal after 5 years. CDPHE may accept gifts, grants, and donations related to the collection of the data and information, but only from private or public sources that do not have a financial interest in the outcomes of the data collection. The bill clarifies certain statutory provisions related to the issuance of owner licenses and employee licenses for natural medicine businesses. In existing statute, an applicant for an owner license or an employee license must submit to a fingerprint-based criminal history background check. The bill removes the fingerprinting requirement, but requires an applicant for a license to complete a name-based judicial record check. The bill requires the state licensing authority to adopt rules related to product labels for regulated natural medicine and regulated natural medicine products and permits the state licensing authority to adopt rules regarding the types of regulated natural medicine products that can be manufactured. The bill permits the governor to grant pardons to a class of defendants who were convicted of the possession of natural medicine. 1
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• Introduced: 04/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Matt Ball (D)*, Lisa Feret (D)*, Cathy Kipp (D), Katie Wallace (D), Kyle Brown (D), Chad Clifford (D), Monica Duran (D), Mandy Lindsay (D), Karen McCormick (D), Jacqueline Phillips (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: House Third Reading Passed - No Amendments
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OK bill #HB2286 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Professions and occupations; Oklahoma Funeral Board appointment; creating assistant funeral director license; establishing requirements; creating procedures; establishing certain fees; effective date; emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes to Oklahoma's funeral services regulations, primarily by creating a new "assistant funeral director" license category. The bill extends the Oklahoma Funeral Board's sunset date from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2029, and establishes detailed requirements for the new assistant funeral director position. To qualify, an applicant must be at least 18 years old, have completed 60 semester hours of college study, pass the Oklahoma State Law Examination, and be employed by a licensed funeral director. Each funeral director can have only one assistant, who will work under the direct supervision of the licensed funeral director and be responsible for tasks like conducting funeral services, making arrangements, and performing interments. The bill also sets a new fee structure, with an assistant funeral director license and renewal costing $150, and requires annual license renewal with continuing education. The licensing process involves a thorough vetting of the applicant's moral character, including consideration of any felony convictions, though such convictions do not automatically disqualify an applicant. The bill is designed to provide a structured pathway for emerging professionals in the funeral services industry while maintaining professional standards and oversight.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to professions and occupations; creating the assistant funeral director license; establishing license application requirements; creating license procedures; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 396, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 32, O.S.L. 2023 (59 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 396), modifying sunset date; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. AMENDMENT NO. 1. , strike the title, enacting clause and entire bill and insert “An Act relating to professions and occupations; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 396, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 32, O.S.L. 2023 (59 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 396), which relates to Oklahoma Funeral Board appointment; modifying sunset date; creating the assistant funeral director license; establishing license application requirements; creating license procedures; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 396.4, which relates to term and qualifications of directors and fees; establishing certain fees; updating statutory language; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 05/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kyle Hilbert (R)*, Bill Coleman (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: SA's received
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CO bill #HB1302 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Increase Access Homeowner's Insurance Enterprises
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates two state-owned enterprises to address challenges in Colorado's homeowner's insurance market related to extreme weather events and climate change. The first enterprise, the Strengthen Colorado Homes Enterprise, will impose a 0.5% fee on homeowner's insurance policies and use the revenue to provide grants to homeowners for installing resilient roof systems that can better withstand hail, wildfires, and other extreme weather events. By helping homeowners retrofit their properties, the enterprise aims to reduce insurance claims and stabilize the insurance market. The second enterprise, the Wildfire Catastrophe Reinsurance Enterprise, will provide reinsurance payments to insurance companies that offer coverage in high-risk wildfire areas, with the goal of making homeowner's insurance more available and affordable across the state. In exchange for accessing the reinsurance program, insurers must offer coverage proportionally across the state and potentially reduce premiums in high-risk areas. The bill also requires insurers to file two sets of rates - one with and one without the reinsurance program - and makes several modifications to existing insurance regulations. Both enterprises will be governed by five-member boards appointed by the governor, will have their own dedicated funds, and are scheduled for review and potential repeal in 2035.
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Bill Summary: The bill creates 2 enterprises in the division of insurance (division) in the department of regulatory agencies. The bill creates the strengthen Colorado homes enterprise (strengthen homes enterprise), which is a state-owned business that imposes and collects a fee from insurance companies (insurers), including the FAIR plan association, that offer homeowner's insurance policies in Colorado, which fee is equal to 1.5% of the dollar amount of the premiums that the insurer collects from homeowners for issuing homeowner's insurance policies (insurer fee). With the insurer fee revenue, the strengthen homes enterprise board administers a grant program (grant program) to strengthen homes against the risk of future damage claims caused by high winds, wildfire, hail, and other extreme weather events (extreme weather events) by allowing a homeowner to use grant money to upgrade their roof system with certain resilient roof materials. By paying the insurer fee to support the grant program to retrofit homes with resilient roofs, insurers reduce their overall risk in the market due to hail and other extreme weather events. The bill also creates the wildfire catastrophe reinsurance enterprise (reinsurance enterprise), which is a state-owned business implementing and administering the wildfire catastrophe reinsurance program (reinsurance program). The reinsurance program makes reinsurance payments to insurers that offer homeowner's insurance on properties located in the state to partially mitigate losses in the event of a state or federally declared wildfire-related disaster (wildfire-related disaster). The purpose of the reinsurance program is to stabilize the homeowner's insurance market in the state and to attract and retain homeowner's insurers. In exchange for access to the reinsurance program, the reinsurance program requires insurers to sell homeowner's insurance in areas of the state that are at high risk for wildfires. To pay for the reinsurance program, the reinsurance enterprise: ! Issues revenue bonds secured by the reinsurance enterprise; ! Issues a catastrophe bond to a person that purchases the bond but pays the principal to cover costs of a wildfire-related disaster if it occurs; ! May impose and collect an insurer fee on insurers to cover a shortfall if a wildfire-related disaster does not occur during the bond term and the reinsurance enterprise has insufficient money to redeem the bonds at maturity; and ! Invests the revenue from the bonds and insurer fees. In addition, the bill sets the loss ratio for homeowner's insurance by presuming that the rates charged to purchasers are excessive if the insurer's loss ratio is less than 75% over a 3-year period and, if rates are in excess of the loss ratio, requires insurers to submit rates that are at least 5% less than the previous year.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 03/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 19 : Kyle Brown (D)*, Julie McCluskie (D)*, Judith Amabile (D)*, Marc Snyder (D)*, Jennifer Bacon (D), Monica Duran (D), Meg Froelich (D), Eliza Hamrick (D), Junie Joseph (D), Mandy Lindsay (D), Meghan Lukens (D), Karen McCormick (D), Amy Paschal (D), Manny Rutinel (D), Lesley Smith (D), Katie Stewart (D), Tammy Story (D), Brianna Titone (D), Elizabeth Velasco (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 16 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Finance Postpone Indefinitely
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ME bill #LD1683 • Last Action 05/06/2025
An Act to Make a Freedom of Access Act Request Free of Charge upon Petition
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Access Act (FOAA), a law that governs public access to government records, to provide a mechanism for citizens to obtain public records without paying fees. Specifically, if a public records request is accompanied by a petition signed by at least 150 registered voters in the state making the same request, the government agency or official in possession of the records must provide those records at no charge to the requestor. Additionally, the bill requires that the agency provide an update on the status of the request every 30 working days, which is a change from the current law that only requires a "good faith effort" to comply with the request. This provision aims to increase transparency and accountability by ensuring that large-scale public information requests are processed more efficiently and without financial barriers, potentially making government information more accessible to citizens who can demonstrate significant public interest in a particular set of records.
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Bill Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Access Act by: 1. Prohibiting the charging of a fee by an agency or official that has custody or control of a public record that is requested if that request is accompanied by a petition signed by at least 150 individuals registered to vote in this State making the same request; and 2. Requiring that the agency or official to provide an update regarding the status of the request at least every 30 working days; current law requires the agency or official to make a good faith effort to comply with the request within the nonbinding estimate of time provided by the agency or official.
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• Introduced: 04/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 9 : Quentin Chapman (R)*, David Boyer (R), Billy Bob Faulkingham (R), Ann Fredericks (R), David Haggan (R), Rachel Henderson (R), Craig Hickman (D), Laurel Libby (R), Jeff Timberlake (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Voted: ONTP
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NH bill #HB597 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Establishing a designated behavioral health access point within the enhanced 911 system.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a designated behavioral health access point within the enhanced 911 (E911) system to better handle non-emergent mental health and behavioral health crisis calls. The bill defines a "designated behavioral health access point" as a centralized crisis operations center that serves as a statewide entry point for individuals experiencing non-emergent behavioral health issues, such as mental health crises, suicidal thoughts, substance use disorder crises, or emotional challenges. The legislation modifies existing laws to enable public safety answering points (911 call centers) to transfer non-emergent calls to this specialized access point instead of dispatching emergency services. The bill also allows the department of safety to share specific information obtained from these calls with community mental health centers and emergency services agencies, while maintaining certain privacy protections. Information can be shared for purposes like tracking call trends and ensuring quality of service, with limitations on what details can be disclosed. The new system aims to provide more appropriate and targeted support for individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges, potentially reducing unnecessary emergency service deployments and connecting people more directly with mental health resources. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage.
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Bill Summary: This bill defines the designated behavioral health access point within the enhanced 911 system to enable the division of emergency services and communications to transfer 911 calls from individuals experiencing non-emergent behavioral health crises and mental health needs to appropriate service providers. The bill is a request of the department of safety, division of emergency services and communications.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Bill Boyd (R)*, Julie Miles (R), Peter Petrigno (D), Adam Presa (R), Jennifer Rhodes (R), Jonah Wheeler (D), Nancy Murphy (D), Kevin Avard (R), Regina Birdsell (R), Patrick Long (D), Tim McGough (R), Sue Prentiss (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Enrolled Adopted, Voice Vote, (In recess 05/01/2025); Senate Journal 12
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MA bill #H914 • Last Action 05/06/2025
To create fees for single use disposable food containers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework to reduce single-use disposable food container waste in Massachusetts by creating new regulations and fees for food service providers. The legislation introduces a $0.01 fee per disposable container used when customers do not bring their own reusable containers, with all collected fees deposited into a new Clean Environment Fund dedicated to environmental protection, waste reduction, and climate change mitigation projects. The bill defines key terms like "food service provider" broadly to include restaurants, grocery stores, and mobile food vendors, and requires these establishments to offer customers the option of using reusable containers. New full-service restaurants will be required to use reusable food serviceware for on-premise dining, with exceptions for specific items like napkins and wrappers. The Department of Environmental Protection will be responsible for enforcing the law, with a graduated penalty system that starts with a written warning for first violations and escalates to fines up to $150 for subsequent violations. The bill also mandates educational outreach about the environmental and health impacts of single-use food serviceware, and includes provisions allowing local municipalities to implement even stricter regulations. Most provisions will take effect one year after enactment, with some immediate implementation of educational requirements.
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Bill Summary: Relative to fees for single use disposable food containers. Environment and Natural Resources.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Michelle Ciccolo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Hearing (13:00:00 5/6/2025 A-1)
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CA bill #SB707 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Open meetings: meeting and teleconference requirements.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Ralph M. Brown Act, which governs open meetings for local government agencies, introducing several significant changes to public meeting requirements. Until January 1, 2030, city councils and county boards of supervisors must provide multiple ways for the public to participate in meetings, including a two-way telephonic or audiovisual platform, and ensure live translation services are available for languages spoken by 20% or more of the county population. The bill expands the definition of a "meeting" to include conversations about district boundary lines and certain other topics, and modifies teleconferencing rules to allow more flexible remote participation by legislative body members. It requires agencies to make good-faith efforts to encourage public participation, such as providing meeting information to local media and community organizations and creating accessible websites with meeting details. The bill also adds provisions for special meetings, emergency meetings, and closed sessions, including requirements for reporting actions taken and limiting discussions of personnel matters. Additionally, the bill aims to modernize public meeting processes by incorporating technological advances that can improve public access to local government proceedings, with a focus on making meetings more inclusive and transparent.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 54952, 54952.7, 54953, 54953.5, 54953.7, 54954.2, 54954.3, 54956, 54956.5, 54957.1, 54957.6, 54960, and 54960.2 of, to amend and repeal Section 54952.2 of, to add Sections 54953.8, 54953.8.1, and 54953.8.2 to, and to add and repeal Sections 54953.8.3, 54953.8.4, 54953.8.5, 54953.8.6, 54953.8.7, and 54953.9 of, the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : María Elena Durazo (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
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MN bill #SF3054 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Omnibus Human Services appropriations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill is an omnibus bill that makes comprehensive changes across multiple areas of human services, including aging services, disability services, substance use disorder treatment, housing supports, health care, and direct care and treatment. Some of the key provisions include: Establishing an Age-Friendly Minnesota Council to coordinate efforts to make Minnesota more age-friendly, with 15 members representing various state agencies and stakeholders. The council will provide recommendations on improving services and supports for older adults, promote equity, and engage with local communities. Creating new grant programs to support age-friendly community initiatives and provide technical assistance to communities seeking to become more age-friendly. Implementing changes to substance use disorder treatment services, including new definitions for treatment services, modifying staffing and licensing requirements, and establishing new billing codes. Revising rules around assisted living facility contract terminations, including more detailed requirements for notice, meetings, and resident protections when facilities seek to terminate a contract. Establishing the Department of Direct Care and Treatment as a separate state agency, dissolving the existing executive board, and creating an Advisory Council on Direct Care and Treatment to provide recommendations to the new department. Making technical changes to various human services programs, including modifying rate methodologies, updating definitions, and adjusting administrative procedures across multiple service areas. The bill contains numerous specific provisions and technical amendments across multiple statutes, with various effective dates ranging from immediate implementation to July 1, 2025 or 2026.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; modifying provisions relating to aging and older adult services, disability services, substance use disorder treatment, housing supports, health care, direct care and treatment services, and the Department of Health; establishing the Department of Direct Care and Treatment and the Advisory Council on Direct Care and Treatment; dissolving the Direct Care and Treatment executive board; establishing the Age-Friendly Minnesota Council; repealing the legislative task force on guardianship; extending the Mentally Ill and Dangerous Civil Commitment Reform Task Force; making conforming changes; establishing grants; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 10.65, subdivision 2; 15.01; 15.06, subdivision 1; 15A.0815, subdivision 2; 15A.082, subdivisions 1, 3, 7; 43A.08, subdivisions 1, 1a; 43A.241; 144A.01, subdivision 4; 144A.071, subdivisions 4a, 4d; 144A.161, subdivision 10; 144A.1888; 144A.351, subdivision 1; 144A.474, subdivision 11; 144A.4799; 144G.08, subdivision 15; 144G.31, subdivision 8; 144G.52, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10; 144G.53; 144G.54, subdivisions 2, 3, 7; 144G.55, subdivisions 1, 2; 179A.54, by adding a subdivision; 245.021; 245.073; 245A.042, by adding a subdivision; 245A.06, subdivisions 1a, 2; 245C.16, subdivision 1; 245D.091, subdivisions 2, 3; 245D.12; 245G.01, subdivision 13b, by adding subdivisions; 245G.02, subdivision 2; 245G.05, subdivision 1; 245G.07, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, by adding subdivisions; 245G.11, subdivision 6, by adding a subdivision; 245G.22, subdivisions 11, 15; 246.13, subdivision 1; 246B.01, by adding a subdivision; 246C.01; 246C.015, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 246C.02, subdivision 1; 246C.04, subdivisions 2, 3; 246C.07, subdivisions 1, 2, 8; 246C.08; 246C.09, subdivision 3; 246C.091, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 252.021, by adding a subdivision; 252.32, subdivision 3; 252.50, subdivision 5; 253.195, by adding a subdivision; 253B.02, subdivisions 3, 4c, by adding a subdivision; 253B.03, subdivision 7; 253B.041, subdivision 4; 253B.09, subdivision 3a; 253B.18, subdivision 6; 253B.19, subdivision 2; 253B.20, subdivision 2; 253D.02, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 254A.19, subdivision 4; 254B.01, subdivision 10; 254B.02, subdivision 5; 254B.03, subdivisions 1, 3; 254B.04, subdivisions 1a, 5, 6, 6a; 254B.05, subdivisions 1, 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 254B.06, by adding a subdivision; 254B.09, subdivision 2; 254B.19, subdivision 1; 256.01, subdivision 29; 256.042, subdivision 4; 256.043, subdivisions 3, 3a; 256.045, subdivisions 6, 7, by adding a subdivision; 256.476, subdivision 4; 256.9657, subdivision 1; 256.9752, subdivisions 2, 3; 256B.04, subdivision 21; 256B.0625, subdivisions 5m, 17; 256B.0659, subdivision 17a; 256B.0757, subdivision 4c; 256B.0761, subdivision 4; 256B.0911, subdivisions 1, 10, 13, 14, 24, 26, by adding 1 SF3054 REVISOR AGW S3054-2 2nd Engrossment subdivisions; 256B.0924, subdivision 6; 256B.0949, subdivisions 2, 15, 16, 16a, by adding a subdivision; 256B.19, subdivision 1; 256B.431, subdivision 30; 256B.434, subdivision 4; 256B.4914, subdivisions 3, 5, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 6c, 7a, 7b, 7c, 8, 9, by adding subdivisions; 256B.761; 256B.766; 256B.85, subdivisions 2, 5, 7, 7a, 8, 8a, 11, 13, 16, 17a, by adding a subdivision; 256B.851, subdivisions 5, 6, 7, by adding subdivisions; 256G.08, subdivisions 1, 2; 256G.09, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 256I.05, by adding subdivisions; 256R.02, subdivisions 18, 19, 22, by adding subdivisions; 256R.10, subdivision 8; 256R.23, subdivisions 5, 7, 8; 256R.24, subdivision 3; 256R.25; 256R.26, subdivision 9; 256R.27, subdivisions 2, 3; 256R.43; 260E.14, subdivision 1; 352.91, subdivisions 2a, 3c, 3d, 4a; 524.3-801; 611.43, by adding a subdivision; 611.46, subdivision 1; 611.55, by adding a subdivision; 611.57, subdivision 2; 626.5572, subdivision 13; Laws 2021, chapter 30, article 12, section 5, as amended; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 7, article 13, sections 73; 75, subdivision 6, as amended; Laws 2023, chapter 61, article 1, section 61, subdivision 4; article 9, section 2, subdivisions 13, 16, as amended; Laws 2024, chapter 127, article 49, section 9, subdivisions 1, 8, 9, by adding a subdivision; article 50, section 41, subdivision 2; article 53, section 2, subdivisions 13, 15; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 145D; 245A; 245D; 246; 246C; 256; 256R; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 144A.071, subdivision 4c; 245A.042, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 245G.01, subdivision 20d; 245G.07, subdivision 2; 246B.01, subdivision 2; 246C.015, subdivisions 5a, 6; 246C.06, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10; 246C.07, subdivisions 4, 5; 252.021, subdivision 2; 253.195, subdivision 2; 253B.02, subdivision 7b; 253D.02, subdivision 7a; 254B.01, subdivisions 5, 15; 254B.18; 256.045, subdivision 1a; 256G.02, subdivision 5a; 256R.02, subdivision 38; 256R.12, subdivision 10; 256R.23, subdivision 6; 256R.36; 256R.40; 256R.41; 256R.481; Laws 2023, chapter 59, article 3, section 11; Laws 2024, chapter 79, article 1, section 20; Laws 2024, chapter 125, article 5, sections 40; 41; Laws 2024, chapter 127, article 46, section 39; article 50, sections 40; 41, subdivisions 1, 3.
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• Introduced: 03/26/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : John Hoffman (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders HF2434, SF indefinitely postponed
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TX bill #HB3490 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Relating to the authority of the governing board of certain state agencies to conduct a closed meeting with the agency's internal auditor to deliberate or receive information about certain internal audit matters.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Government Code to allow the governing board of certain state agencies to hold closed meetings with their internal auditor under specific circumstances. The bill defines an "internal auditor" as a professional appointed under Section 2102.006 for a state agency, and a "state agency" as defined in Section 2102.003. Specifically, the bill permits these governing boards to conduct closed-door meetings to discuss internal audit matters that, if publicly disclosed, could potentially compromise the independence, effectiveness, or confidentiality of the agency's internal audit function. This means that if the internal auditor determines that a particular matter is sensitive or could negatively impact the audit process, the board can meet privately to confer with or deliberate on that matter with the internal auditor present. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature; otherwise, it will go into effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the authority of the governing board of certain state agencies to conduct a closed meeting with the agency's internal auditor to deliberate or receive information about certain internal audit matters.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mano DeAyala (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Received from the House
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MN bill #SF3487 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Meeting broadcasting through social media authorization
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Minnesota's Open Meeting Law to provide clear guidelines for public bodies using social media to broadcast meetings. The bill allows public bodies to live broadcast meetings through social media platforms, but does not require them to enable comments during these broadcasts. If comments are allowed, the public body must establish rules for how these comments will be handled. The bill specifies that such comments are not automatically considered official government records unless the meeting notice explicitly states they will be part of the record. Public bodies must clearly state in their meeting notices that a social media broadcast will occur, provide access information, and outline any process for remote public comments. The bill also clarifies that social media cannot be used as a primary meeting platform if the technology does not meet existing interactive meeting requirements. Importantly, the bill distinguishes social media from email and provides a framework for transparent and controlled public meeting broadcasts in the digital age. The provisions will take effect immediately after being signed into law.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to Open Meeting Law; authorizing meeting broadcasting through social media; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 13D.065.
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• Introduced: 05/05/2025
• Added: 05/06/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Mark Koran (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: Referred to State and Local Government
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OK bill #HB2165 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Counties and county officers; procedures for operation of county government; interlocal agreements; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oklahoma state law regarding county government purchasing procedures, with a key new provision allowing counties to enter into interlocal agreements with Circuit Engineering Districts (CEDs). The bill provides detailed guidelines for how counties should handle requisitions, bidding, purchasing, receiving, and inventory of supplies, materials, equipment, and services. Specifically, the bill outlines step-by-step processes for county purchasing agents, including how to solicit bids, compare prices with state contract rates, select vendors, process purchase orders, receive goods, and manage inventory. The bill introduces a new section (Section L) that explicitly permits counties to request and enter into interlocal agreements with Circuit Engineering Districts for services, which was not clearly allowed in previous versions of the law. This change provides counties with more flexibility in obtaining services through cooperative agreements. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, giving counties time to adapt to the new provisions. The comprehensive nature of the bill aims to standardize and improve transparency in county government purchasing processes.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to counties and county officers; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Section 1505, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 94, O.S.L. 2022 (19 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1505), which relates to the procedures for the operation of county government; permitting certain interlocal agreements; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Counties and county officers
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : John Pfeiffer (R)*, Casey Murdock (R)*, Josh Cantrell (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/06/2025
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IL bill #HB1867 • Last Action 05/06/2025
REVENUE-SENIOR FREEZE-LIHEAP
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two existing laws to adjust income limitations for senior citizens and low-income households. First, for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, the bill modifies the maximum income limitation for taxable years 2026 and thereafter by tying it to the annual cost of living increase in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits. The Department of Revenue will calculate and publish the new maximum income limitation each year. Second, regarding the Energy Assistance Act, the bill establishes new guidelines for setting eligibility limits for energy assistance programs starting in calendar year 2026. These limits cannot exceed either 150% of the federal poverty level or 60% of the state median income (whichever is higher), or the previous year's limit increased by the annual Social Security and Supplemental Security Income cost of living adjustment. The goal of these changes is to help seniors and low-income households keep pace with rising costs by automatically adjusting income thresholds for assistance programs based on annual cost of living increases.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that the maximum income limitation under the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption shall be adjusted each year by the annual cost of living increase, if any, in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits that took effect during the immediately preceding calendar year. Amends the Energy Assistance Act. Provides that eligibility limits under the energy assistance program may not exceed the greater of (1) 150% of the federal nonfarm poverty level as established by the federal Office of Management and Budget or 60% of the State median income for the current State fiscal year as established by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, whichever is higher; or (2) the eligibility limit for the immediately preceding calendar year, increased by the annual cost of living increase, if any, in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits that took effect during the immediately preceding calendar year. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 22 : Lisa Hernandez (D)*, Chris Welch (D), Travis Weaver (R), Bob Rita (D), Lisa Davis (D), Dee Avelar (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Curtis Tarver (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Sonya Harper (D), Aarón Ortíz (D), Yolonda Morris (D), Maurice West (D), Michael Crawford (D), Amy Briel (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Thaddeus Jones (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Anne Stava-Murray
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MT bill #SB40 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Revise supreme court public records laws by opening deliberations and files to the public
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises Montana's public records laws to increase transparency around Supreme Court deliberations and case information. The legislation requires that any closed meetings of the Supreme Court involving judicial deliberations must be electronically recorded, with a written record also created that includes all documents considered. After a case becomes final (which occurs when all potential appeals are exhausted), these electronic recordings and written records will be available for public inspection. The bill allows the Supreme Court to redact confidential information if an individual's privacy clearly outweighs the public's right to know. Additionally, the bill updates definitions of public records and confidential information to explicitly include Supreme Court judicial deliberations as a type of public record that can be disclosed after a case is concluded. The bill is grounded in Montana's constitutional "Right to Know" clause and aims to provide greater public access to judicial proceedings while still protecting sensitive individual privacy concerns. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, giving the Supreme Court time to prepare for the new transparency requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT REVISING PUBLIC RECORD LAWS RELATING TO THE SUPREME COURT; REQUIRING THE RECORDING OF A CLOSED JUDICIAL DELIBERATION MEETING; PROVIDING FOR THE DISCLOSURE OF JUDICIAL DELIBERATIONS AND CASE INFORMATION AFTER A CASE IS FINAL; AMING SECTIONS 2-3-203, 2-3-212, AND 2-6-1002, MCA; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.”
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 11/26/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Greg Hertz (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 12 • Actions: 58
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: (S) Transmitted to Governor
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SC bill #H4337 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Subpoena Powers
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances the powers and capabilities of the Legislative Audit Council (LAC) in South Carolina by granting new subpoena powers, expanding access to records, and clarifying definitions. Specifically, the bill allows the LAC to issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum (legal orders requiring the production of documents) to state agencies, their employees, and contractors, enabling them to compel sworn testimony and examine a wide range of records and documents. The bill also expands the LAC's access to records and facilities of state agencies and private organizations receiving public funds, mandating that agencies provide requested records promptly and without significant delays. Additionally, the bill strengthens requirements for the Director position by specifying minimum qualifications, including a bachelor's degree and at least five years of accounting or auditing experience. The legislation establishes penalties for non-compliance, including potential fines up to $1,000, imprisonment for up to one year, and potential dismissal from public employment for state officers or employees who obstruct the LAC's audit activities. The bill also broadens the definition of "records" to include various forms of documentation and communication, ensuring comprehensive access for audit purposes while maintaining confidentiality protocols for the LAC's internal working papers and records.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 2-15-130 So As To Grant Subpoena Powers To The Legislative Audit Council; By Amending Section 2-15-40, Relating To The Qualifications For The Director Of The Legislative Audit Council, So As To Expand The Prerequisites For Holding The Position Of Director, Among Other Changes; By Amending Section 2-15-61, Relating To Access To Agency Records, So As To Expand The Legislative Audit Council's Access To Records And Facilities Upon Request And To Provide Penalties For Failing To Comply; And By Amending Section 2-15-120, Relating To The Confidentiality Of Records, So As To Further Define Which Records Are Considered Confidential And To Revise The Definition Of "records."
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• Introduced: 04/09/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Weston Newton (R)*, Bruce Bannister (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Finance
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OK bill #HB1157 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Liquified petroleum gas; removing certain appointed position; modifying statutory references; effective date.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several important changes to Oklahoma's Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LP-Gas) regulations. The bill authorizes the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board to conduct investigations of LP-Gas accidents or fires, requiring local law enforcement and fire officials to notify the State LP-Gas Administrator within one business day of becoming aware of such incidents. The bill removes the position of "chief deputy administrator" from various sections of the law and makes several modifications to the Board's operations, including updating meeting procedures to comply with the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and allowing the Administration to lease and maintain vehicles. The bill also updates permit classes, modifying fee structures and requirements for LP-Gas containers and cylinders, and adds a requirement that the container fees will be used to offset inspection costs. Additionally, the bill requires that LP-Gas containers be clearly marked with ownership information and can only be filled or used with the owner's authorization. The bill also adds a new requirement that administrators and safety code enforcement officers must be Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) certified to have peace officer powers. These changes aim to improve safety, oversight, and regulatory efficiency in Oklahoma's LP-Gas industry, with the act set to become effective on November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to liquefied petroleum gas; authorizing certain investigations; requiring notifications of certain accidents or fires; requiring notification be sent within certain time frame; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Section 420.2, which relates to the State Liquefied Petroleum Gas Administrator; removing certain appointed position; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Section 420.3, which relates to the Oklahoma Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board; modifying statutory references; modifying types of meetings that can be designated; requiring meetings adhere to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; authorizing the lease, purchase, maintenance, and use of vehicles; authorizing the promulgation of rules; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Section 420.4, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 330, O.S.L. 2022 (52 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 420.4), which relates to registration permits; modifying statutory references; modifying list of permit classes; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Section 420.5, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 330, O.S.L. 2022 (52 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 420.5), which relates to fees for refillable cylinders; requiring fees be used for certain purpose; modifying list of entities required to pay fee; removing language regarding refunds of credit fees; authorizing the Board to promulgate certain administrative rules; requiring flat fee for certain containers; defining term; authorizing Administrator to adopt certain system; authorizing assessment of certain penalty; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Section 420.7, which relates to inspections; modifying reference to certain appointed position; requiring certain law enforcement certification for certain positions; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Section 420.9, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 330, O.S.L. 2022 (52 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 420.9), which relates to specifications for commercial propane, butane, and mixtures; removing certain requirements for filling, using, and identifying containers; requiring certain identifying marks on containers; requiring certain authorizations; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Liquefied petroleum gas
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Rusty Cornwell (R)*, Grant Green (R)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Vetoed 05/06/2025
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AZ bill #HB2651 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Voting equipment; requirements; origin
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Arizona's voting equipment certification requirements, focusing primarily on establishing new sourcing and manufacturing standards for voting machines used in federal, state, and county elections. Starting January 1, 2029, the Secretary of State will only be able to certify voting machines and devices if 100% of their parts, components, manufacturing, and assembly are sourced and performed within the United States. The bill maintains existing provisions about committee approval for voting equipment, including a requirement that the approval committee include members with expertise in electronic voting systems and represent different political parties. The legislation also preserves the Secretary of State's existing powers to revoke certification of voting systems that do not meet standards, with potential prohibitions on purchase or use lasting up to five years. Importantly, the new sourcing requirements will not apply to voting machines and devices acquired before January 1, 2028, providing a transition period for election jurisdictions. The bill continues to emphasize the importance of voting equipment being tested, approved, and compliant with the Help America Vote Act of 2002.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending section 16-442, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to voting equipment.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Montenegro (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Governor Vetoed
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AZ bill #HB2074 • Last Action 05/06/2025
School safety; proposals; assessments; plans
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances school safety measures across Arizona by implementing several key provisions. It requires school districts and charter schools to train officers, including peace officers and juvenile probation officers, on how to recognize and effectively interact with children with disabilities. The bill mandates that schools develop comprehensive emergency response plans and undergo safety assessments every five years by approved providers. Schools participating in the school safety program must now provide their building blueprints and floor plans to local law enforcement, emergency medical services, and fire departments. Additionally, the bill expands the school safety program to support not only officer placement but also safety technology, training, and infrastructure improvements. If schools cannot place officers as originally planned, they may submit alternative proposals for safety-related purchases. The legislation also requires officers to receive training on federal privacy laws, civil rights, and adolescent mental health issues. Notably, the bill includes provisions to protect the confidentiality of school building blueprints and floor plans by exempting them from public records requirements. These changes aim to create more comprehensive and proactive approaches to school safety across Arizona's educational institutions.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 15, chapter 1, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-120.05; amending section 15-154, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 15, chapter 1, article 5, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-154.02; amending sections 15-155 and 15-183, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to public schools.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Matt Gress (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 05/08/2025
• Last Action: Chapter 129
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MO bill #HB1063 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Add exceptions to the open records laws
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Missouri's open records laws (Chapter 610) by adding a new exception to the list of circumstances where public governmental bodies can close meetings, records, and votes. Specifically, the bill adds a 27th exception that allows governmental bodies to keep confidential the specific location of endangered, threatened, critically imperiled, imperiled, or vulnerable plant or animal species if disclosing the location could potentially increase the risk of harm to those species. This new provision aims to protect sensitive ecological information by preventing the exact whereabouts of rare or vulnerable species from being publicly disclosed, which could potentially expose these species to additional threats such as poaching, habitat destruction, or other human-induced risks. The bill maintains the existing structure of Missouri's open records law, which already contains numerous exceptions for sensitive information related to legal actions, personnel matters, security measures, personal health information, and other areas of potential public or individual vulnerability.
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Bill Summary: Add exceptions to the open records laws
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bruce Sassmann (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Dropped from Calendar - Pursuant to House Rules (H)
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NY bill #S07782 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Requires the department of health to enter into a contract with an entity experienced in maintaining genealogical research databases for the digitalization and indexing of certain vital records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the New York State Department of Health to enter into a long-term contract with a "qualified entity" (defined as an organization experienced in maintaining genealogical research databases) to create an online database of digital images for vital records, including birth, marriage, dissolution of marriage, and death certificates. The database will be created at no direct cost to the state, with the qualified entity allowed to provide the database to its own subscribers. The digital records will have social security numbers automatically redacted and will be designed so that a vital records index can be linked to the corresponding digital image once the record becomes public information. The bill also modifies existing law to clarify the commissioner's authority to release genealogical records, specifically allowing access to birth records over 75 years old, marriage, dissolution of marriage, or death records over 50 years old, and any records for direct descendants. Additionally, the bill maintains the existing fee structure for genealogical record searches, charging twenty dollars per hour of search time and two dollars for each uncertified copy or record certification. The act will take effect one year after becoming law, with preparatory regulatory changes authorized immediately.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to requiring the department of health to enter into a contract for the digitalization and indexing of certain vital records
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• Introduced: 05/06/2025
• Added: 05/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : James Skoufis (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO HEALTH
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NY bill #A05624 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Enacts the mental health assessment and record keeping for the coroner's office act; requires the coroner, coroner and coroner's physician, or the medical examiner, to conduct a mental health assessment when a death occurs in such person's jurisdiction; requires death certificates list an underlying mental illness as the cause of death when a person commits suicide; requires life insurance policies to pay upon a suicide which the coroner, coroner and coroner's physician, or the medical examiner
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Mental Health Assessment and Record Keeping for the Coroner's Office Act, which requires coroners, coroner and coroner's physicians, or medical examiners to conduct a comprehensive mental health assessment when a death occurs in their jurisdiction. The assessment must include a thorough evaluation of the individual's medical and psychiatric history, involving the review of medication records, therapy reports, and the acquisition of necessary medical documents. Upon completion, the findings must be documented on a form prescribed by the health commissioner, detailing any indications of mental distress, illness, or specific mental health disorders like schizophrenia, depression, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. Importantly, the bill mandates that death certificates list the underlying mental illness as the cause of death when a suicide occurs, rather than listing suicide itself. The bill also modifies insurance law to require life insurance policies to pay out in cases of suicide if the mental health assessment reveals a pre-existing mental health condition. All documents related to the mental health assessment will be kept confidential and protected under privacy laws, with use limited to research and prevention efforts. The act will take effect 180 days after becoming law, allowing time for implementation and preparation of necessary regulations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the county law, the public health law and the insurance law, in relation to enacting the mental health assessment and record keeping for the coroner's office act
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 05/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Nikki Lucas (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: print number 5624a
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NY bill #A01209 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Enacts a mattress collection program; requires mattress producers to establish a plan for the convenient and cost-effective recycling of used mattresses.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive mattress collection and recycling program in New York State that requires mattress producers to create and implement a plan for convenient and cost-effective recycling of used mattresses. The program mandates that producers, either individually or collectively, submit a detailed plan to the state's Department of Environmental Conservation by December 31, 2028, outlining how they will collect, transport, and recycle discarded mattresses. Producers must ensure that within three years, at least 80% of the state's residents live within 15 miles of a collection site, and they must achieve progressive recycling rates: 40% by three years, 55% by seven years, and 70% by ten years after plan approval. The bill defines key terms like "mattress," "producer," and "recycling," and establishes responsibilities for producers, retailers, and the state department. Producers are responsible for all program costs, maintaining records, and submitting annual reports, while retailers cannot sell mattresses from producers not participating in an approved collection program. The bill also creates a 12-member advisory board to provide recommendations and establishes potential penalties for non-compliance, with fines up to $500 per violation and an additional $500 for each day a violation continues.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to establishing a mattress collection program
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 11 : Amy Paulin (D)*, William Colton (D), Steve Otis (D), Linda Rosenthal (D), Harvey Epstein (D), Dana Levenberg (D), Nily Rozic (D), Nader Sayegh (D), Chris Burdick (D), Grace Lee (D), Crystal Peoples-Stokes (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/09/2025
• Last Action: reported referred to ways and means
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IN bill #HB1002 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Various education matters.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to remove and repeal various provisions related to education in Indiana. Here's a summary of the key provisions: This bill comprehensively removes or modifies numerous education-related statutes, affecting a wide range of areas including school administration, teacher training, student programs, and educational standards. The bill eliminates several existing programs and requirements, such as: 1. Removing the Advisory Committee on Career and Technical Education 2. Eliminating specific requirements for school safety committees 3. Repealing provisions related to the Indiana Civic Education Commission 4. Removing specific guidelines for teacher training and professional development 5. Eliminating various grant programs and specialized educational initiatives 6. Removing certain reporting requirements for schools and educational institutions 7. Modifying rules about charter schools, teacher licensing, and school performance evaluations Some notable changes include: - Removing the requirement for the secretary of education to be appointed with specific qualifications - Eliminating specific guidelines for cultural competency and strategic school improvement plans - Repealing provisions related to student enrichment grants and summer school programs - Removing specific requirements for teacher performance evaluations and ratings - Modifying rules about school corporation levies and financial operations The bill appears to be a comprehensive cleanup of educational statutes, streamlining various educational regulations and removing potentially outdated or redundant provisions. It affects multiple aspects of Indiana's educational system, from elementary and secondary schools to teacher training and school administration. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing ample time for educational institutions to adapt to the new regulatory landscape.
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Bill Summary: Various education matters. Removes and repeals various education provisions and expired education provisions, including provisions concerning the following: (1) Secretary of education criteria. (2) Certain department of education (department) requirements. (3) The advisory committee on career and technical education. (4) Use of hearing examiners by the state board of education (state board). (5) Credit for retaking a virtual course during certain time periods. (6) Children's social, emotional, and behavioral health plans. (7) Family friendly school designations. (8) The Indiana civic education commission. (9) Discretionary directives to the department. (10) The program for the advancement of math and science. (11) Access to telecommunication services. (12) Elementary school counselors, social workers, and school psychologists program and fund. (13) Grants for mental health counselor licenses for school counselors. (14) The arts education program. (15) The geothermal conversion revolving fund. (16) Clause requirements for certain charter school organizer documents. (17) Required acknowledgment by a current authorizer regarding a proposal by an existing charter school to another authorizer. (18) Requirements regarding a governing body of a school corporation (governing body) providing a noncharter school. (19) Charter requirements, including minimum year and annual performance target requirements. (20) Certain notice requirements from an authorizer to an organizer that is not in compliance. (21) Indiana school for the arts. (22) Allowing the board of trustees of Vincennes University to establish a grammar school. (23) Designation of certain committees by a governing body. (24) Governing body use of funds for associations. (25) Developing and reviewing evidence based plans with parents for improving student behavior and discipline. (26) Township trustees and the sale of schoolhouses. (27) School health advisory councils and adoption of a school corporation policy on child nutrition and physical activity. (28) Certain agreement requirements regarding joint programs. (29) Certain requirements regarding the transfer of a student to another school. (30) Freeway school corporation and freeway school program. (31) Policies, programs, and reports regarding criminal organization activity. (32) Transportation program discretion. (33) Recommendations regarding certain powers and duties of the department. (34) Culturally responsive methods. (35) Certain training and professional development requirements. (36) Certain teacher leave requirements. (37) Ineligibility for state funds for adopting residence requirements. (38) Certain compensation included in computing a teacher's retirement benefit. (39) Penalty for failing to comply with working schedule requirements. (40) Discretionary modification of graduation plan. (41) Required course on safety education. (42) Compilation of leaflets regarding hygiene, sanitary science, and disease prevention. (43) Making a violation regarding teaching certain disease information an infraction. (44) Certain elective courses and teachings. (45) Voluntary summer school program and joint summer school program requirements. (46) Technology preparation curriculum. (47) Community or volunteer service programs. (48) Nonsession school activities. (49) Requirements regarding Indiana academic standards. (50) Strategic and continuous improvement and achievement plans. (51) Cultural competency. (52) Student educational achievement grants. (53) Remediation grant program. (54) Postsecondary workforce training program remediation reduction. (55) Requirement to provide an enrollment form for the twenty-first century scholars program to certain students. (56) Governor's scholars academy. (57) Seminary township school fund. (58) Dual credit teacher stipend matching grant fund. (59) Student enrichment grants. (60) The study of ethnic and racial groups as a semester elective course. (61) Requirements regarding proposed charter school economic interest statements. (62) Certain charter requirements for adult high schools. (63) Required policies on contacting employment references. (64) Certain requirements concerning staff performance evaluations. (65) Authorizer responsibility for charter school compliance with applicable legal standards. (66) Certain nondiscrimination provisions regarding students who transfer from charter schools to public noncharter schools. Merges and amends provisions regarding fund distribution upon the termination of a charter and the cessation of a charter school. Amends the age eligibility for a member of a governing body. Amends the time period by which a governing body must organize by electing officers. Establishes information that must be included in a consolidated audit by an organizer. Provides adult high schools are excluded from all cohort based graduation rate calculations except to the extent required under federal law. Amends the termination and notice requirements with regard to terminating a transportation program. Relocates and amends a provision regarding classroom instruction curriculum in teacher preparation programs. Provides that the secretary of education (instead of the governor) shall appoint the director of special education. Amends required frequency of child abuse and neglect training. Requires the department to make a list of best practices and guidelines regarding classroom behavioral management strategies and a list of best practices to reduce student discipline. Permits the governing body of a school corporation or an organizer of a charter school to assess and collect a reasonable fee for certain supplies and materials. Amends certain financial statement filing requirements regarding school trusts to pool assets for insurance coverage. Repeals a provision regarding requiring certain CSA participating entities to provide evidence of certain unencumbered assets. Makes technical and conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Bob Behning (R)*, Jake Teshka (R), Hunter Smith (R), Jack Jordan (R), Jeff Raatz (R), Linda Rogers (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 13 • Actions: 131
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Public Law 214
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MN bill #HF3295 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Open Meeting Law; meeting broadcasting through social media authorized.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Minnesota's Open Meeting Law to provide clear guidelines for public bodies' use of social media in meeting broadcasts. The bill allows public bodies to live broadcast meetings through social media platforms, with specific conditions: they are not required to enable public comments during the broadcast, but if they do, they must establish rules for comment submission and discussion. The bill clarifies that social media comments are not automatically considered government records unless the meeting notice specifically states they will be part of the official meeting record. Public bodies using social media for meeting broadcasts must include details about the broadcast access and public comment process in their meeting notices. Importantly, the bill emphasizes that social media cannot be used as a primary meeting platform if the technology does not meet existing interactive meeting requirements. The legislation aims to provide transparency and flexibility in how public meetings can be shared with the broader public while maintaining proper governmental communication standards. The amendment becomes effective the day after it is officially enacted.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to Open Meeting Law; authorizing meeting broadcasting through social media; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 13D.065.
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• Introduced: 05/05/2025
• Added: 05/05/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : James Gordon (R)*, Steven Jacob (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Author added Jacob
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IN bill #SB0080 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Code publication.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Makes technical amendments to reorganize and update definitions related to Indiana election law, specifically repealing the existing definitions chapter (IC 3-5-2) and replacing it with a new, more comprehensive definitions chapter (IC 3-5-2.1). The bill updates and alphabetizes definitions for terms used in election-related statutes, including terms like "candidate," "contribution," "political action committee," and many others. The changes aim to improve the organization of definitions, provide more clarity, and potentially make future amendments easier by creating a more structured definitions chapter. The bill includes numerous cross-reference updates to ensure consistency across different sections of Indiana Code, particularly in areas related to elections, political activities, and campaign finance. The amendments appear to be primarily technical in nature, focusing on reorganization and clarification rather than substantive policy changes.
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Bill Summary: Code publication. Makes Indiana Code publication amendments. Repeals and relocates specific Indiana Code definitions chapters for organization of the defined terms by alphabetical order and to provide for future expansion of the chapters. Makes conforming cross-reference updates. Makes technical amendments to remove tabulation designations from the certain criminal law and procedure sections for consistency with similar statutes and to streamline amendment of those sections. Resolves technical conflicts between various enrolled acts passed during the 2025 legislative session.
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• Introduced: 12/30/2024
• Added: 12/30/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Aaron Freeman (R)*, Greg Taylor (D)*, Karen Engleman (R), Patricia Boy (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 04/25/2025
• Last Action: Public Law 186
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MO bill #HB436 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Establishes cybersecurity and informational security standards to safeguard insurance company customer information
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Insurance Data Security Act, which creates comprehensive cybersecurity standards for insurance companies in Missouri. The legislation requires licensed insurance entities to develop and maintain a detailed written information security program that protects nonpublic consumer information. Key provisions include mandating risk assessments, implementing administrative and technical safeguards, conducting employee cybersecurity training, and establishing protocols for responding to potential cybersecurity events. Insurance companies must designate employees responsible for information security, identify potential threats, implement access controls, encrypt sensitive data, and maintain multi-factor authentication. In the event of a cybersecurity incident, licensees must promptly investigate, notify the state director within four business days, and take steps to restore system security. The bill provides exemptions for smaller businesses and those already compliant with certain federal privacy regulations. Notably, the act does not create a private right of action for consumers but establishes state-level oversight and potential penalties for non-compliance. The requirements will be phased in, with full implementation expected by January 1, 2028, giving insurance companies time to adapt to the new standards.
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Bill Summary: Establishes cybersecurity and informational security standards to safeguard insurance company customer information
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• Introduced: 12/06/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Hardwick (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Dropped from Calendar - Pursuant to House Rules (H)
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SC bill #H4517 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Earmarks
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends South Carolina's legislative budget process by prohibiting earmarks (specific funding allocations for particular projects or entities) in appropriations bills starting in Fiscal Year 2026-2027. When a budget surplus is projected, the surplus funds will be equally divided among all 170 members of the General Assembly (124 House representatives and 46 senators), with each member required to allocate their district's portion exclusively to essential governmental functions: infrastructure, public safety, or K-12 education. The Ways and Means Committee will establish guidelines to ensure accountability and proper use of these funds, and each legislator must submit an annual public report detailing how their allocated surplus funds were used. This report will be subject to review by the Legislative Audit Council. The primary goal appears to be increasing transparency in budget allocation, reducing traditional earmarking practices, and giving individual legislators more direct input into how surplus funds are spent in their districts while maintaining strict oversight and limiting the use of funds to core governmental services.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 11-1-130 So As To Provide That Appropriations Bills Or Amendments May Not Include Earmarked Funds Designated For Specific Projects Or Entities Outside The Core Budgetary Process.
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• Introduced: 05/06/2025
• Added: 05/07/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe White (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Ways and Means
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IA bill #HF532 • Last Action 05/06/2025
A bill for an act enacting the dietitian licensure compact. (Formerly HSB 119.) Effective date: 07/01/2025.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Dietitian Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate interstate practice for licensed dietitians while maintaining public health and safety standards. The compact creates a system where dietitians can obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in multiple member states without needing to acquire separate licenses in each state. To be eligible, dietitians must hold an unencumbered license in their home state, have appropriate educational credentials (such as being a registered dietitian or having specific educational qualifications), and meet certain requirements like completing a supervised practice experience and passing a national credentialing examination. The compact establishes a governing Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission responsible for managing a data system, creating rules, handling interstate investigations, and coordinating communication between member states. Key objectives include increasing public access to dietetics services, reducing administrative burdens for practitioners, supporting military members and their spouses, and enhancing interstate cooperation in regulating dietitian practice. The compact will come into effect once seven states have enacted the legislation, and member states can participate voluntarily, with the ability to withdraw after providing notice. The bill aims to streamline professional licensing while maintaining robust standards for dietitian practice across participating states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENACTING THE DIETITIAN LICENSURE COMPACT.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 91st General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/18/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor. H.J. 1091.
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RI bill #S0345 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Allows for the enactment of the dietitian licensure compact permitting a licensed dietitian from another state to become licensed within the state, and also permitting a dietitian licensed by the state to become licensed in another compact state.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Dietitian Licensure Compact, a comprehensive interstate agreement designed to streamline professional licensing for dietitians across multiple states. The compact allows licensed dietitians to obtain a compact privilege, which is essentially a multi-state license, enabling them to practice in other member states without obtaining additional individual state licenses. To qualify, dietitians must meet specific educational requirements, such as having a master's or doctoral degree from an accredited program, completing supervised practice experience, and passing a national credentialing examination. The bill establishes a compact commission to oversee the implementation, which will maintain a data system to track licensee information, manage interstate practice, and handle potential disciplinary actions. The compact aims to increase public access to dietetic services, reduce licensing bureaucracy, and enhance professional mobility while maintaining robust standards for public health and safety. Key provisions include creating a uniform process for licensure across states, establishing reporting mechanisms for adverse actions, and providing a framework for investigating and addressing potential professional misconduct. The compact will become effective once seven states have enacted the legislation, and member states can withdraw with a 180-day notice period. The bill represents a significant effort to modernize and simplify professional licensing for dietitians across participating states.
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Bill Summary: This act would allow for the enactment of the dietitian licensure compact permitting a licensed dietitian from another state to become licensed within the State of Rhode Island, and also permitting a dietitian licensed by the State of Rhode Island to become licensed in another compact state. The purpose of the compact is to increase public access to dietetics services, eliminate the necessity of licenses in multiple states, and enhance the state's ability to protect the public's health and safety. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Mark McKenney (D)*, Hanna Gallo (D), Jacob Bissaillon (D), Melissa Murray (D), Victoria Gu (D), David Tikoian (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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OK bill #HB1256 • Last Action 05/06/2025
Professions and occupations; construction skilled trade education; modifying contract terms; effective date.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the powers and responsibilities of the Construction Industries Board (CIB) regarding skilled trade education and workforce development. The bill expands the CIB's ability to enter into contracts with various educational institutions, including Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education, state board of career and technology education, and accredited educational systems, to develop and implement instructional courses and workforce development programs related to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and roofing trades. The bill establishes a Skilled Trade Education and Workforce Development Fund, which will be funded by administrative fines and penalties from various trade revolving funds, to support trade-related education initiatives. Contracts under this bill must be approved by the CIB, and recipients must provide detailed reports on fund usage and program outcomes. The fund can be used to develop instructional materials, cover equipment and personnel costs, and promote trades as career options. The bill specifies the conditions under which funds can be transferred between revolving funds and sets guidelines for fund expenditure, including a provision that unused funds from agreements not performed within 18 months will be released for future use. The bill is set to become effective on November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to professions and occupations; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1000.4a, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 185, O.S.L. 2023 (59 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1000.4a), which relates to construction skilled trade education; modifying contract terms; and providing an effective date. SUBJECT: Professions and occupations
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Judd Strom (R)*, Kristen Thompson (R)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/06/2025
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AR bill #HB1667 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Amend The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967; And To Amend The Law Concerning Public Meetings Under The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act of 1967 by modifying the definition and requirements for public meetings. Specifically, the bill changes the language to clarify that a "public meeting" now explicitly refers to meetings involving more than two members of a state or local government body, including bureaus, commissions, agencies, municipalities, counties, and boards of education. The bill maintains the existing exception for grand juries and continues to apply to bodies supported by or expending public funds. The key change is the explicit specification of "more than two (2) members" in the definition, which appears to be aimed at providing clearer guidelines about what constitutes a public meeting that would be subject to transparency and open meeting requirements. By making this modification, the bill seeks to ensure greater transparency in government proceedings while providing a more precise definition of when public meeting rules are triggered.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING PUBLIC MEETINGS UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Mary Bentley (R)*, Alan Clark (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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CA bill #SB592 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Property tax: change in ownership: residential rental property.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies California property tax law by creating new provisions that prevent property tax reassessments when certain types of residential rental properties are transferred to specific entities. Specifically, the bill allows property tax assessment to remain unchanged when residential properties are transferred to a limited-equity housing cooperative or a community land trust, provided certain conditions are met. For a limited-equity housing cooperative, at least 51% of the current tenants must participate in the ownership through voting shares or membership interests, and the cooperative must have a two-year grace period to achieve this tenant participation level. For a community land trust, the transfer must be supported by at least a majority of current tenants. The bill also establishes detailed requirements for what constitutes a limited-equity housing cooperative, including restrictions on how membership interests can be valued and transferred, and mandates specific reporting requirements for these cooperatives. Additionally, the bill protects the privacy of tenants by exempting tenant support petitions from public disclosure and requires that any documentation provided to county assessors maintain tenant confidentiality. The legislation is designed to facilitate affordable housing conversions and protect tenants' ability to collectively purchase and maintain their residential properties without triggering property tax reassessments.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 62.1.1 to the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation, to take effect immediately, tax levy.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D)*, Mark González (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: May 5 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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AR bill #HB1028 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Amend Provisions Of The Law Concerning Obscenity And The Process For Challenging Materials Included In A Library; And To Require A Library To Have A Policy Prohibiting Book Banning In Order To Receive State Funding.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several significant changes to Arkansas laws concerning libraries, obscenity, and material availability. It repeals the existing law regarding furnishing harmful items to minors, modifies provisions about obscenity in libraries, and eliminates previous processes for challenging library materials. The bill introduces a new requirement that public libraries must have a written policy explicitly prohibiting book banning in order to receive state funding. Specifically, the legislation expands protections for library employees and directors, removing potential liability for disseminating materials that might be considered obscene, and removes previous detailed procedures for challenging library materials in both school and public libraries. Additionally, the bill removes restrictions on library record disclosure, effectively protecting patron privacy more comprehensively. The most notable provision is the new state funding requirement, which mandates that libraries adopt an anti-book banning policy to continue receiving state financial support, potentially preventing the removal of books based on partisan or doctrinal disapproval.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING LIBRARIES; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING MATERIALS MADE AVAILABLE BY LIBRARIES; TO REPEAL PROVISIONS OF THE LAW CONCERNING THE PROCESS FOR CHALLENGING MATERIALS INCLUDED IN A LIBRARY; TO REPEAL THE OFFENSE OF FURNISHING A HARMFUL ITEM TO A MINOR; TO AMEND PROVISIONS IN THE CRIMINAL CODE CONCERNING OBSCENITY; TO REQUIRE A LIBRARY TO HAVE A WRITTEN POLICY PROHIBITING BOOK BANNING IN ORDER TO RECEIVE STATE FUNDING; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE INFORMATION THAT A LIBRARY MAY DISCLOSE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 11/20/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Andrew Collins (D)*, Joy Springer (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 53
• Last Amended: 11/20/2024
• Last Action: Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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CO bill #SB077 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Modifications to Colorado Open Records Act
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) by making several key changes to how public records requests are handled. First, it expands the definition of "public records" to exclude certain types of documents, such as unsubstantiated harassment complaints and communication records produced by devices assisting individuals with disabilities or language barriers. The bill also updates the timeframes for responding to public records requests, extending the standard response time from three to five working days, with potential extensions up to ten working days under specific circumstances. Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions for handling requests, including requirements for public entities to post their records policies and retention schedules on their websites, special considerations for requests from media organizations, and new rules for handling requests that might be used for direct business solicitation. The bill also addresses fee structures for records requests, mandating that custodians provide a breakdown of costs if requested, allowing electronic payment methods, and creating guidelines for how fees can be imposed. These changes aim to provide more clarity, transparency, and consistency in how public records are accessed and managed in Colorado, while also protecting certain sensitive communications and providing flexibility for government entities in processing requests.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING MODIFICATIONS TO THE "COLORADO OPEN RECORDS ACT".
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Cathy Kipp (D)*, Janice Rich (R)*, Michael Carter (D)*, Matt Soper (R)*, James Coleman (D), Julie Gonzales (D), Iman Jodeh (D), Tom Sullivan (D), Andrew Boesenecker (D), Monica Duran (D), Yara Zokaie (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/03/2025
• Last Action: Senate Second Reading Calendar (08:00:00 5/5/2025 Senate Floor)
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CO bill #SB318 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Artificial Intelligence Consumer Protections
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Colorado's existing Artificial Intelligence Consumer Protections law by redefining key terms, adjusting compliance requirements, and providing more nuanced exemptions for developers and deployers of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The bill redefines "algorithmic discrimination" to mean the use of an AI system that violates any applicable local, state, or federal anti-discrimination law, and creates new exceptions for developers who offer systems with open model weights or meet specific conditions. The legislation introduces new concepts like "competitive decision" and "time-limited decision" and clarifies what constitutes an "adverse" consequential decision. The bill also reduces some regulatory burdens for smaller companies by exempting developers and deployers with fewer employees or lower revenues from certain disclosure requirements. Notably, the bill delays the attorney general's enforcement authority until January 1, 2027, giving businesses more time to prepare for compliance. The changes aim to provide more flexibility for AI system developers while maintaining consumer protections against potential discriminatory uses of AI technology, with a particular focus on ensuring transparency and fairness in consequential decisions that affect consumers' opportunities in areas like employment, housing, financial services, and other critical domains.
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Bill Summary: In 2024, the general assembly enacted Senate Bill 24-205, which created consumer protections in interactions with artificial intelligence systems (provisions). The bill amends these provisions by: ! Redefining "algorithmic discrimination" to mean the use of an artificial intelligence system that results in a violation of any applicable local, state, or federal anti-discrimination law; ! Creating an exception to the definition of "developer" of an artificial intelligence system (developer) if a person offers the artificial intelligence system with open model weights or if the person meets specified conditions regarding the artificial intelligence system; ! Exempting specified technologies that do not make, or are not a substantial factor in making, a consequential decision from the definition of "high-risk artificial intelligence system"; ! Eliminating the duty of a developer or deployer of a high-risk artificial intelligence system (deployer) to use reasonable care to protect consumers from any known or reasonably foreseeable risks of algorithmic discrimination; ! Eliminating the requirement that a developer or deployer notify the attorney general of any known or reasonably foreseeable risks of algorithmic discrimination arising from the intended uses of the high-risk artificial intelligence system; ! Exempting a developer from specified disclosure requirements if the developer has received less than $10,000,000 from third-party investors, has annual revenues of less than $5,000,000, and has been actively operating and generating revenue for less than 5 years and sells, distributes, or otherwise makes available to deployers high-risk artificial intelligence systems that do not exceed specified limits on the number of consequential decisions made by the systems; ! Requiring a deployer to include in an impact assessment whether the system poses any known or reasonably foreseeable risks of limiting accessibility for certain individuals, an unfair or deceptive trade practice, a violation of state or federal labor laws, or a violation of the "Colorado Privacy Act"; ! Requiring a deployer to provide additional information to a consumer if the high-risk artificial intelligence system makes, or is a substantial factor in making, a consequential decision concerning the consumer; ! Amending provisions regarding a consumer's right to appeal an adverse consequential decision concerning the consumer so that the provisions apply only to an adverse consequential decision that is not a time-limited decision or a competitive decision; ! Clarifying the meaning of "adverse" when referring to a consequential decision; ! Broadening an exemption for a deployer from specified disclosure requirements based on the deployer's number of full-time equivalent employees; ! Exempting a deployer from specified requirements if the deployer uses the high-risk artificial intelligence system solely relating to the recruitment, sourcing, or hiring of external candidates for employment, meets specified disclosure requirements, and does not employ more than specified limits on the number of full-time equivalent employees; ! Applying specified requirements only to high-risk artificial intelligence systems that make, or are the principal basis in making, consequential decisions; ! Requiring a developer or deployer that withholds information otherwise subject to disclosure to provide specified information regarding the disclosure; and ! Requiring that the attorney general's authority to investigate and enforce violations of the provisions begins on January 1, 2027.
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• Introduced: 04/28/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Robert Rodriguez (D)*, Brianna Titone (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Business, Labor, & Technology Postpone Indefinitely
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CA bill #SB561 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Hazardous waste: Emergency Distress Flare Safe Disposal Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Emergency Distress Flare Safe Disposal Act, creating a comprehensive manufacturer responsibility program for the safe disposal of marine emergency distress flares. The bill requires manufacturers of covered pyrotechnic devices (specifically marine flares used on pleasure vessels or in large natural areas) to develop and implement a manufacturer responsibility plan for collecting, transporting, and safely managing these products. Manufacturers must submit a plan to the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) by January 1, 2028, either individually or through a manufacturer responsibility organization. The plan must include detailed strategies for collection sites, stakeholder engagement, education and outreach, and product management. Manufacturers will be required to submit annual reports describing their collection efforts, performance metrics, and propose any plan changes. The bill prohibits the sale of flares containing perchlorate and establishes the Marine Flare Recovery Fund to cover regulatory costs. Importantly, manufacturers will not be subject to penalties for non-compliance before July 1, 2029, providing time for implementation. The legislation aims to address the environmental and safety risks posed by improper disposal of marine emergency flares, creating a structured system for their responsible management and disposal.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 16 (commencing with Section 25258.25) to Chapter 6.5 of Division 20 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to hazardous waste.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Catherine Blakespear (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: May 5 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #SB496 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation: appeals advisory committee: exemptions.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates an Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation Appeals Advisory Committee to review and make recommendations on denied exemption requests related to California's regulation transitioning truck and vehicle fleets to zero-emission vehicles. The committee will be composed of representatives from various state agencies, public utilities, transportation departments, and between 13-21 additional members from categories like private fleet owners, government fleet managers, electrical corporations, electric vehicle manufacturers, environmental groups, and labor organizations. The committee will meet monthly, with meetings recorded and made publicly available online. When a fleet owner's request for an exemption from zero-emission vehicle requirements is denied, they can appeal to this committee, which must consider the appeal within 60 days and make a recommendation to the State Air Resources Board. The bill also expands exemptions for emergency vehicles and modifies requirements for state and local government fleets, particularly eliminating the need to provide documentation of zero-emissions vehicle purchase agreements and removing some detailed bureaucratic processes for requesting exemptions to purchase internal combustion engine vehicles. This legislation aims to provide more flexibility and transparency in implementing California's aggressive zero-emission vehicle transition policies while maintaining oversight of the process.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 6 (commencing with Section 43850) and Article 6.2 (commencing with Section 43860) to Chapter 4 of Part 5 of Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to air resources.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Melissa Hurtado (D)*, Juan Alanis (R), Bob Archuleta (D), Roger Niello (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: May 5 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #SB501 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Household Hazardous Waste Producer Responsibility Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a comprehensive producer responsibility program for household hazardous waste products in California. It requires manufacturers of covered products (which include items like pesticides, aerosols, automotive products, lithium batteries, and other potentially hazardous consumer goods) to form a producer responsibility organization (PRO) that will establish a statewide system for safe collection and management of these products at no cost to consumers or local governments. The PRO must develop a plan to decrease improper disposal of covered products by 40% by 2036, ensure at least 70% of California consumers are aware of the program by 2036, and create convenient collection methods including permanent and temporary collection sites, curbside collection, and collection events. The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) will oversee the program, with the first regulations to be implemented no earlier than July 1, 2028. Producers will be required to register with the PRO, pay for the program's costs, and participate in a funding mechanism that includes potential credits or fees based on their products' sustainability and disposal characteristics. The bill aims to reduce environmental risks, lower costs for local governments, and improve public awareness and accessibility of proper hazardous waste disposal.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 10.8.5 (commencing with Section 25218.50) to Chapter 6.5 of Division 20 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to hazardous materials.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ben Allen (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: May 5 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #SB404 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Hazardous materials: metal shredding facilities.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for metal shredding facilities in California, creating a new chapter of law specifically designed to oversee these operations. The bill requires metal shredding facilities to obtain a permit from the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), with existing facilities having one year to apply and new facilities prohibited from operating without a permit. Facilities must develop detailed plans for operations, including inbound material control, fire prevention, stormwater management, and closure procedures. The bill aims to support California's circular economy by recognizing metal shredding as an essential recycling process while ensuring environmental protections. Key provisions include mandating specific treatment processes for metal shredder residue, establishing requirements for transportation and disposal of materials, and creating a fee structure to fund regulatory oversight. The bill also clarifies that metal shredder aggregate and certain processed materials are not considered hazardous waste if managed according to the new regulations. Facilities must conduct environmental assessments, maintain detailed records, and comply with reporting requirements, with the DTSC empowered to enforce the regulations through permit revocation and other means. The legislation is intended to resolve ongoing legal disputes about the regulatory status of metal shredding facilities and provide clear, enforceable standards to protect public health and the environment.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 25117 of, to add Chapter 6.4 (commencing with Section 25095) to Division 20 of, and to repeal Sections 25150.82, 25150.84, and 25150.86 of, the Health and Safety Code, relating to hazardous waste.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Anna Caballero (D)*, David Alvarez (D), Jesse Arreguin (D), Mike Gipson (D), Tim Grayson (D), Mark González (D), Sasha Perez (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: May 5 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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AR bill #HB1164 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Allow A Physician Or Healthcare Provider To Offer Cognitive Assessments For Certain Patients; And To Mandate That Insurance Policies Cover Assessments For Cognitive Function For Certain Patients.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires physicians and healthcare providers in Arkansas to offer annual cognitive assessments to patients who are 60 years or older or at higher risk for cognitive impairment, such as those with a family history of dementia, Down Syndrome, traumatic brain injury, or other clinically identified conditions that increase the likelihood of cognitive decline. If a patient declines the assessment, the healthcare provider must document the refusal in the patient's medical records, which protects the provider from liability. Additionally, the bill mandates that all health benefit plans in the state, including government and state-funded programs like Medicaid, must provide coverage for these cognitive assessments without imposing deductibles or copayments. The assessments will specifically screen for cognitive function, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia. Any records or information collected during these assessments will remain confidential and are exempt from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act. The coverage requirement will take effect on January 1, 2026, giving healthcare insurers and providers time to prepare for the new mandate.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REQUIRE A PHYSICIAN OR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER TO OFFER COGNITIVE ASSESSMENTS FOR CERTAIN PATIENTS; TO MANDATE THAT INSURANCE POLICIES COVER ASSESSMENTS FOR COGNITIVE FUNCTION, ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE, OR DEMENTIA FOR CERTAIN PATIENTS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Julie Mayberry (R)*, Clint Penzo (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 60
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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AR bill #HB1011 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Create The Restore Roe Act; And To Restore A Woman's Access To Abortion Services.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to restore abortion access in Arkansas by repealing several existing laws that restrict abortion and replacing them with provisions that protect a woman's right to obtain abortion services up to the point of fetal viability, as established in the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision. The bill, titled the "Restore Roe Act," would essentially eliminate numerous existing state laws that severely limit or criminalize abortion, including the Arkansas Human Life Protection Act, the Arkansas Unborn Child Protection Act, and multiple other subchapters that imposed strict restrictions on abortion procedures. Key provisions include allowing abortions up to the point of fetal viability, with limited exceptions after viability for the health or life of the mother or in cases of rape or incest involving a minor. The bill removes criminal penalties for performing abortions, eliminates mandatory waiting periods and counseling requirements, repeals reporting requirements that could potentially identify patients, and removes restrictions on abortion methods and medication. By repealing these existing laws, the bill seeks to return Arkansas's abortion regulations to a framework similar to what existed before the overturning of Roe v. Wade, prioritizing women's reproductive autonomy and medical decision-making.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE RESTORE ROE ACT; TO RESTORE A WOMAN'S ACCESS TO ABORTION SERVICES; TO PROTECT THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF WOMEN AND BABIES BY AUTHORIZING ABORTION AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH CARE IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 11/20/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 1 : Andrew Collins (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 59
• Last Amended: 11/20/2024
• Last Action: Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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AR bill #HB1879 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Require All City Councils And County Quorum Courts To Post Video Recordings Of Public Meetings; And To Require All Public Meetings Of City Councils Or County Quorum Courts To Be Recorded In Video Format.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act to require all city councils and county quorum courts to record their public meetings in video format and make those recordings publicly accessible within 24 hours of the meeting. Specifically, the bill mandates that officially scheduled, special, and called open public meetings of city councils and county quorum courts must be recorded as video recordings. These video recordings must be posted on the entity's website within 24 hours, or if the entity does not have a website, they must be posted to an official social media account within the same timeframe. The bill maintains existing requirements that public meeting recordings be maintained for at least one year and be available in a reproducible format. The new provisions do not apply to executive sessions or volunteer fire departments. This legislation aims to increase government transparency by ensuring citizens can easily access video recordings of local government meetings, even if they cannot attend in person.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REQUIRE ALL CITY COUNCILS AND COUNTY QUORUM COURTS TO POST VIDEO RECORDINGS OF PUBLIC MEETINGS; TO REQUIRE ALL PUBLIC MEETINGS OF CITY COUNCILS OR COUNTY QUORUM COURTS TO BE RECORDED IN VIDEO FORMAT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Robin Lundstrum (R)*, Kim Hammer (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 03/20/2025
• Last Action: Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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NY bill #A08185 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Authorizes two or more contiguous municipalities to create a broadband union district for the creation, administration, and maintenance of broadband infrastructure and services within such district; provides for governance, funding, powers, limitations, and related provisions for broadband union districts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes two or more contiguous municipalities to create a broadband union district (BUD) for the purpose of developing, maintaining, and administering broadband infrastructure and services. The bill establishes a comprehensive framework for how these districts can be formed, governed, and operated. Key provisions include allowing municipalities to voluntarily join together to create a district, establishing a governing board composed of one representative from each member municipality, and granting the district broad powers to plan, finance, construct, and operate broadband infrastructure. The district can provide broadband services, enter into contracts, apply for grants, issue bonds, and hire staff, but with important limitations: it cannot levy taxes, cannot require financial contributions from member municipalities without their consent, and its obligations are payable only from its own revenues. The bill also includes detailed provisions for district formation, governance, financial accountability, admission of new members, withdrawal of members, and potential dissolution. Importantly, the bill ensures that member municipalities are immune from liability for the district's actions and that the district must be transparent, with annual budgets, audits, and reports. The goal is to enable municipalities to collaboratively address broadband infrastructure needs in areas potentially underserved by existing telecommunications providers.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the general municipal law, in relation to authorizing the creation of broadband union districts
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• Introduced: 05/05/2025
• Added: 05/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Anna Kelles (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: referred to local governments
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AR bill #HB1919 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Create The Public School Access And Transparency Act; And To Require Public Access To Learning Materials.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Public School Access and Transparency Act, which amends the Freedom of Information Act of 1967 to expand public access to learning materials in schools. The bill defines "learning materials" broadly as any resources used for classroom instruction, including curricula, lesson plans, books, videos, and digital resources, while excluding student assessments. The key provisions prevent public schools and districts from denying access to learning materials based on copyright claims or intellectual property rights, and prohibit schools from requiring residents to sign non-disclosure agreements to view such materials. The bill ensures that residents can inspect and copy learning materials, including digital resources, during normal business hours, even if the materials are part of subscription-based services. The legislation aims to increase transparency and accountability in public education by making instructional materials more accessible to the public. If any part of the act is found to be invalid, the remaining provisions will still stand, ensuring the overall intent of the law can be implemented.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE PUBLIC SCHOOL ACCESS AND TRANSPARENCY ACT; TO REQUIRE PUBLIC SCHOOL ACCESS TO LEARNING MATERIALS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/31/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 4 : Mindy McAlindon (R)*, Jim Dotson (R)*, Matt McKee (R), Clint Penzo (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 03/31/2025
• Last Action: Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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NY bill #A08195 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Relates to establishing extended producer responsibility for gas cylinders; provides that no later than June 30, 2026 a producer shall submit a plan for the establishment of a collection program for gas cylinders; establishes the gas cylinder extended producer responsibility fund.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an extended producer responsibility program for gas cylinders in New York State, requiring producers of gas cylinders to create and implement a comprehensive collection and recycling program by June 30, 2026. The program mandates that producers develop a plan to collect gas cylinders (defined as nonrefillable or refillable cylinders containing compressed gases like propane, helium, or carbon dioxide) from consumers at no cost, with collection sites strategically located across the state. Producers must progressively increase their recycling rates, aiming to reach 30% recycling (with 10% closed-loop recycling) within five years, 50% (with 20% closed-loop) within ten years, and 75% (with 40% closed-loop) within fifteen years. The bill also establishes a gas cylinder extended producer responsibility fund to support the program, creates a thirteen-member advisory board to provide recommendations, and sets post-consumer content requirements for gas cylinders. Retailers will be prohibited from selling gas cylinders from producers not participating in an approved collection program, and producers face potential penalties for non-compliance, including fines of 25 cents per pound for failing to meet recycling goals. The ultimate goal is to reduce gas cylinder waste and promote more sustainable management of these products.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law and the state finance law, in relation to establishing extended producer responsibility for gas cylinders
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• Introduced: 05/05/2025
• Added: 05/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Emily Gallagher (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: referred to economic development
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CA bill #SB332 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Investor-Owned Utilities Accountability Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Investor-Owned Utilities Accountability Act, which proposes a comprehensive set of reforms to address issues with California's investor-owned utilities (IOUs). The bill requires the California Energy Commission to commission a detailed study assessing the historical performance of Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Southern California Edison, San Diego Gas and Electric, and SoCalGas, with a focus on their impacts on communities, environment, and ratepayers. The study will explore the feasibility of transitioning these utilities to a successor entity that could be a public, nonprofit, or mutual benefit corporation, with the goal of creating a more just, affordable, and safe energy system. Key provisions include prohibiting utility service disconnections for low-income households and vulnerable populations, limiting rate increases, requiring independent audits of electrical infrastructure, mandating wildfire mitigation strategies, and restructuring executive compensation to prioritize safety. The bill aims to address longstanding concerns about high utility rates, wildfire risks, and the IOUs' prioritization of shareholder profits over public interest, ultimately seeking to create a more equitable and accountable energy infrastructure for California.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 25250) to Division 15 of the Public Resources Code, and to add Sections 706.5, 8386.8, and 8388.6 to, to add Article 4.5 (commencing with Section 570) to Chapter 3 of Part 1 of Division 1 of, and to add Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 8450) to Division 4.1 of, the Public Utilities Code, relating to energy.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Aisha Wahab (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: May 5 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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AR bill #SB248 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Amend The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967; And To Amend The Provisions Of The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967 Concerning Personnel Records.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) of 1967, specifically focusing on personnel records and privacy protections. The bill introduces more detailed guidelines for when personnel records can be withheld from public disclosure. It establishes that records can be exempted from disclosure if they contain personal or intimate information that creates a substantial privacy interest, and where that privacy interest outweighs the public's right to know. The exemption applies to records about private citizens, public officials, or employees, particularly when the information is not related to official duties. The bill also modifies notification procedures for record requests, allowing custodians to attempt contact via electronic message with confirmed receipt, in addition to existing methods like in-person or telephone contact. Additionally, the bill clarifies that while certain personnel records may be exempt from public disclosure, they must still be made available to the individual about whom the records are maintained or to their designated representative. These changes aim to balance personal privacy protections with the principles of government transparency.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; TO AMEND THE PROVISIONS OF THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967 CONCERNING PERSONNEL RECORDS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 3 : Clarke Tucker (D)*, Jon Eubanks (R)*, Breanne Davis (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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AR bill #SB179 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Establish The Strengthen Arkansas Homes Act; And To Create The Strengthen Arkansas Homes Program Premium Tax Fund.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Strengthen Arkansas Homes Act, which creates a new program within the State Insurance Department to provide financial grants to homeowners and nonprofit organizations for mitigating wind and hail damage to single-family homes. The program will use $12 million annually from insurance premium taxes to fund grants that help homeowners retrofit or construct homes to meet FORTIFIED Home construction standards set by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety. Homeowners must meet specific eligibility requirements, including owning a primary residence with a homestead exemption, hiring certified contractors, and obtaining wind and flood insurance. Insurance companies will be required to offer premium discounts for homes meeting these standards, and an optional policy endorsement will allow homeowners to upgrade their roof during a covered claim. The bill creates a special Strengthen Arkansas Homes Program Premium Tax Fund to manage the program's finances, and specifies that grant funds will be paid directly to contractors after a home receives FORTIFIED certification. The program is not an entitlement and will operate on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to areas more susceptible to wind and hail damage. The bill becomes effective on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ESTABLISH THE STRENGTHEN ARKANSAS HOMES ACT; TO CREATE THE STRENGTHEN ARKANSAS HOMES PROGRAM PREMIUM TAX FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Justin Boyd (R)*, Lee Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Sine Die adjournment
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NJ bill #A5575 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Requires redaction of certain personal identifying information on vehicle accident reports.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens privacy protections for individuals involved in vehicle accidents by requiring the redaction of personal identifying information and auto insurance policy numbers from accident reports before they are released to the public under the Open Public Records Act (OPRA). Specifically, the bill limits access to unredacted accident reports to a defined set of authorized parties, including those directly involved in the accident, their attorneys, insurance companies, and law enforcement agencies. These authorized parties are strictly prohibited from publicly disclosing any personal identifying information without written consent from all parties involved or their legal next of kin. To enforce these privacy protections, the bill establishes escalating civil penalties for unauthorized disclosure, starting at $1,000 for a first offense, increasing to $2,500 for a second offense, and $5,000 for subsequent offenses. Additionally, government record custodians must maintain a log of all unredacted report disclosures, which can be requested by the Government Records Council or Attorney General during investigations. The bill aims to prevent potential misuse of sensitive personal information and protect individuals from identity theft or privacy breaches in the context of vehicle accident documentation.
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Bill Summary: This bill strengthens personal privacy and security for New Jersey residents by requiring the redaction of personal identifying information and auto insurance policy numbers from vehicle accident reports before those reports are released to the public under the law commonly known as the open public records act (OPRA). At a time when data breaches and identity theft are increasingly common, safeguarding this information is essential to protecting individuals' privacy rights and preventing misuse of sensitive data. The bill limits access to unredacted vehicle accident reports to parties with a clearly defined legal, insurance, or investigatory purpose. Authorized parties include individuals involved in the accident; their attorneys; insurance companies representing a party to the accident; and local, State, and federal law enforcement agencies and their employees or agents acting within the scope of their official duties. Under the bill, authorized recipients are strictly limited to using unredacted information for official purposes and are prohibited from disclosing it publicly without the written consent of all involved parties or, in the case of a deceased or incapacitated person, the legal next of kin. To deter unauthorized disclosure, the bill imposes escalating civil penalties. The penalties are $1,000 for a first offense, $2,500 for a second offense, and $5,000 for each subsequent offense. The bill also requires custodians of government records at government agencies to keep a log of unredacted accident report disclosures, which are required to be made available to the Government Records Council or Attorney General upon request in connection with an investigation.
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• Introduced: 04/10/2025
• Added: 05/06/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Clinton Calabrese (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
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CA bill #SB320 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Firearms: California Do Not Sell List.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a voluntary California Do Not Sell List that allows California residents to proactively prevent themselves from purchasing firearms. By November 1, 2027, the Department of Justice must develop a process where individuals can voluntarily add their name to a confidential list that would prevent them from passing a firearms eligibility check when attempting to purchase a firearm from a licensed dealer or through a private transaction. To be added to the list, individuals must submit a detailed form with personal information to a local sheriff's office or municipal police department, which will verify the person's identity and forward the information to the Department of Justice. After a minimum of 14 days, a person can request removal from the list. The bill emphasizes confidentiality, prohibiting the use of this information for any purpose other than firearms eligibility verification, and ensures that no person can be required to place themselves on the list as a condition of employment or receiving benefits. The process is designed to provide a voluntary mechanism for individuals who may be concerned about their own ability to safely possess a firearm, with built-in protections for personal privacy and autonomy.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 30180) to Division 9 of Title 4 of Part 6 of the Penal Code, relating to firearms.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Monique Limon (D)*, Akilah Weber Pierson (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: May 5 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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IL bill #HB1833 • Last Action 05/05/2025
METROPOLITAN MOBILITY AUTH ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the key provisions of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act: This bill creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority, a new regional transportation agency that consolidates the existing Chicago Transit Authority, Regional Transportation Authority, Suburban Bus Division, and Commuter Rail Division into a single integrated transit system. The key provisions include: 1. Governance: The Authority will be governed by a 15-member Board of Directors, with 10 voting members and 5 non-voting members, appointed by the Governor, Mayor of Chicago, Cook County Board President, and county board chairs of DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties. Board members must have diverse expertise in transportation, management, and community development. 2. Responsibilities: The Authority will be responsible for: - Providing and coordinating public transportation services - Developing strategic plans and service standards - Managing capital improvements - Implementing fare policies, including income-based reduced fares and fare capping - Promoting transit-supportive development - Improving transit safety and accessibility 3. Funding: The Authority can levy various taxes, including retailers' occupation taxes, service occupation taxes, and motor vehicle parking taxes. It will also receive state and federal funding. 4. Equity and Access: The bill emphasizes improving transportation equity, particularly for low-income communities, people with disabilities, and underserved areas. It creates an Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development to support affordable housing and economic development near transit. 5. Transition: The bill establishes a Transition Committee to manage the consolidation of existing transit agencies, with specific timelines for implementation over four years. The overall goal is to create a more integrated, efficient, and equitable regional transportation system that better serves the metropolitan Chicago area.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act. Establishes the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Provides that the Chicago Transit Authority, the Commuter Rail Division and the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority, and the Regional Transportation Authority are consolidated into the Metropolitan Mobility Authority and the Service Boards are abolished. Creates the Suburban Bus Operating Division, Commuter Rail Operating Division, and the Chicago Transit Operating Division. Reinserts, reorganizes, and changes some provisions from the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act into the new Act. Includes provisions concerning the operation of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Repeals the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Amends various Acts, Laws, and Codes to make conforming changes. Creates the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act. Establishes the Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development and the Transit-Supportive Development Fund. Provides that the Office and the Fund are to aid transit-supportive development near high-quality transit by providing specified funding to municipalities that have adopted the standards in the transit support overlay district for that area or that have adopted zoning and other changes that the Office determines have benefits greater than or equal to such a District, including transit support overlay districts. Includes provisions relating to Office standards, procedures, and reports. Amends the State Finance Act to make a conforming change. Amends the Department of Transportation Law of the Civil Administrative Code. Requires the Department to establish, staff, and support an Office of Public Transportation Support for the purpose of optimizing the operation of public transportation vehicles and the delivery of public transportation services on highways under the Department's jurisdiction in the Metropolitan Mobility Authority's metropolitan region. Describes the duties and operations of the Office. Amends the Toll Highway Act. Provides that the Chair of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority is a nonvoting member of the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 16 : Eva-Dina Delgado (D)*, Kam Buckner (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Joyce Mason (D), Justin Slaughter (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Theresa Mah (D), Ann Williams (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Jaime Andrade (D), Maurice West (D), Margaret Croke (D), Edgar González (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Edgar González, Jr.
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AR bill #SB258 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Create The Arkansas Digital Responsibility, Safety, And Trust Act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Arkansas Digital Responsibility, Safety, and Trust Act, a comprehensive privacy and artificial intelligence legislation designed to protect consumers' personal data and regulate the use of high-risk artificial intelligence systems. The bill establishes several key provisions, including requiring controllers (entities that determine the purpose and means of processing personal data) to obtain consumer consent before collecting or selling sensitive data, provide clear privacy notices, and limit data collection to what is necessary. For high-risk artificial intelligence systems, developers and deployers must conduct impact assessments, disclose potential risks of algorithmic discrimination, and provide consumers with specific rights such as the ability to opt out, receive explanations for decisions, and appeal adverse outcomes. The bill applies to businesses that process personal data of Arkansas residents, with exemptions for small businesses and certain types of organizations. The Attorney General will have exclusive enforcement authority, treating violations as unfair and deceptive practices, with potential penalties under existing state law. The legislation is set to take effect in stages between January and October 2026, giving businesses time to prepare for compliance. Notably, the bill does not provide a private right of action, meaning consumers cannot directly sue for violations, but must rely on the Attorney General for enforcement.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS DIGITAL RESPONSIBILITY, SAFETY, AND TRUST ACT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Clint Penzo (R)*, Stephen Meeks (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Died on Senate Calendar at Sine Die adjournment.
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CA bill #SB270 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Recall elections: notice of intention.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the existing California Elections Code regarding recall elections by enhancing privacy protections for recall proponents. Specifically, the bill requires elections officials and the Secretary of State to redact certain personal identifying information before making recall notices publicly available. These redactions include the signatures of recall proponents and their specific street addresses (street number and street name), while still preserving the proponents' city and ZIP code information. Additionally, the bill updates publication requirements for recall notices, mandating that if a jurisdiction lacks a newspaper of general circulation, the notice must not only be posted in three public places but also on at least three internet websites. The bill aims to protect the personal information of individuals initiating recall proceedings while maintaining transparency in the recall process. It applies to recall efforts for both state and local elected officials, with different requirements based on the size of the electoral jurisdiction, such as the minimum number of proponents needed to initiate a recall. The changes are designed to balance public access to information with the privacy interests of recall proponents.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 11020, 11021, and 11022 of the Elections Code, relating to elections.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R)*, Steven Choi (R), Melissa Hurtado (D), Brian Jones (R), Roger Niello (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: May 5 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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MT bill #HB251 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Generally revise laws related to public charter schools
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill generally revises laws related to public charter schools by making several key changes to how these schools are defined, approved, and funded in Montana. The bill introduces a formal definition for a "public charter school district" as a district created by the Board of Public Education that is governed by a board separate from a local school board, clarifies that such districts are not taxing jurisdictions, and specifies they receive state funding under specific guidelines. The bill requires the Office of Public Instruction to provide a fiscal analysis for charter school proposals and mandates that the Board of Public Education limit the annual cost of new charter schools based on legislative appropriations. Additionally, the bill prioritizes charter school proposals that demonstrate a commitment to personalized and proficiency-based learning. The legislation also establishes new financial provisions, such as how funding will be distributed to charter school districts (at varying percentages of basic entitlements), and clarifies that charter schools can accept donations and participate in innovative education tax credit programs. The bill further specifies the financial obligations of resident school districts for charter schools serving students with disabilities and removes the Board of Public Education's previous authority to waive statutory requirements in charter contracts. These changes aim to provide more structured oversight and financial guidelines for public charter schools in Montana, with the bill set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL LAWS; PROVIDING A DEFINITION FOR PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL DISTRICT; CLARIFYING THE AUTHORITY OF A PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL DISTRICT; REQUIRING THE OFFICE OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION TO PROVIDE A FISCAL ANALYSIS AS PART OF THE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATION PROCESS; REQUIRING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC EDUCATION TO LIMIT THE COST OF NEW PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS AND DISTRICTS AND TO PRIORITIZE THOSE PROPOSALS THAT EMPHASIZE PERSONALIZED AND PROFICIENCY-BASED LEARNING; REMOVING THE AUTHORITY OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC EDUCATION TO WAIVE STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS IN CHARTER CONTRACTS; AUTHORIZING A PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL DISTRICT TO RECEIVE OTHER FORMS OF PUBLIC FUNDING AND DONATIONS UNDER THE INNOVATIVE EDUCATION TAX CREDIT PROGRAM; ESTABLISHING FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS OF A CHILD'S RESIDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR A PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL DISTRICT SERVING A CHILD WITH DISABILITIES; AMING SECTIONS 20-6-803, 20-6-805, 20-6-811, AND 20-6-812, MCA; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• Introduced: 11/11/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dave Bedey (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: Chapter Number Assigned
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IL bill #HB3778 • Last Action 05/05/2025
TRANSPORTATION-VARIOUS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the key provisions of the bill: This bill creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act, which establishes a new regional transportation authority to consolidate and replace the existing Regional Transportation Authority, Chicago Transit Authority, and its service boards. The new authority will have broad powers to plan, operate, and fund public transportation in the Chicago metropolitan region (Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties). Key provisions include: Governance: The authority will be governed by a board of 13 directors (8 voting, 5 non-voting) appointed by various local government leaders, with requirements for geographic and professional diversity. The board will select a chair and develop comprehensive strategic plans for regional transportation. Consolidation: The bill consolidates the existing transit agencies into a single authority, creating new operating divisions for suburban bus, commuter rail, and Chicago transit services. This aims to improve coordination, financial management, and service delivery. Financial Powers: The authority can impose various taxes, issue bonds, enter into contracts, and receive state and federal funding. It will have the ability to develop new funding mechanisms and implement innovative financing strategies. Service Improvements: The bill establishes service standards, performance metrics, and goals for improving public transportation, including increased transit accessibility, reliability, and equity. It includes provisions for fare capping, reduced fares for low-income riders, and improved paratransit services. Transit-Supportive Development: The act creates an Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development to support housing and economic development near transit corridors, with a focus on affordable housing and connecting residents to jobs and opportunities. Workforce and Community Considerations: The bill includes provisions for workforce development, job training, and ensuring that transit expansion benefits local communities, particularly those historically underserved or economically disadvantaged. The overall goal is to create a more integrated, efficient, and responsive public transportation system for the Chicago metropolitan region, with a focus on equity, sustainability, and economic development.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act. Establishes the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Provides that the Chicago Transit Authority, the Commuter Rail Division and the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority, and the Regional Transportation Authority are consolidated into the Metropolitan Mobility Authority and the Service Boards are abolished. Creates the Suburban Bus Operating Division, Commuter Rail Operating Division, and the Chicago Transit Operating Division. Reinserts, reorganizes, and changes some provisions from the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act into the new Act. Includes provisions concerning the operation of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Repeals the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Amends various Acts, Laws, and Codes to make conforming changes. Creates the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act. Establishes the Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development and the Transit-Supportive Development Fund. Provides that the Office and the Fund are to aid transit-supportive development near high-quality transit by providing specified funding to municipalities that have adopted the standards in the transit support overlay district for that area or that have adopted zoning and other changes that the Office determines have benefits greater than or equal to such a District, including transit support overlay districts. Includes provisions relating to Office standards, procedures, and reports. Amends the State Finance Act to make a conforming change. Amends the Department of Transportation Law of the Civil Administrative Code. Requires the Department to establish, staff, and support an Office of Public Transportation Support for the purpose of optimizing the operation of public transportation vehicles and the delivery of public transportation services on highways under the Department's jurisdiction in the Metropolitan Mobility Authority's metropolitan region. Describes the duties and operations of the Office. Amends the Toll Highway Act. Provides that the Chair of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority is a nonvoting member of the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority. Provides that some provisions are effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Eva-Dina Delgado (D)*, Kam Buckner (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Joyce Mason (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Theresa Mah (D), Ann Williams (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Edgar González (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Edgar González, Jr.
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IL bill #HB3711 • Last Action 05/05/2025
PROFESSIONAL MISCONDUCT
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive provisions for reporting professional misconduct among health professionals and institutions in Illinois. Specifically, it defines "reportable misconduct" as a broad range of serious sexual, violent, and unprofessional behaviors by health professionals, including inappropriate physical contact with patients, sexual exploitation, causing bodily harm, and various forms of professional misconduct. The bill requires health professionals and health institutions to report such misconduct to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation within 24 hours of becoming aware of the incident. Reporting requirements apply to direct witnesses, those receiving reports from patients or witnesses, and institutions investigating such allegations. The reports must include detailed information about the incident, the individuals involved, and any additional pertinent details. These reports will be kept confidential and used solely for administrative and enforcement purposes. Additionally, the bill mandates that law enforcement agencies and state's attorneys report criminal investigations and convictions involving licensed health professionals. The legislation also creates a Sexual Assault Survivors Fund and introduces significant penalties for failing to report misconduct, with fines up to $10,000 and potential disciplinary actions that could impact professional licenses across multiple health care professions. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance patient safety, increase transparency, and provide a standardized mechanism for addressing professional misconduct in the healthcare system.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Department of Professional Regulation Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Defines "reportable misconduct" as specified sexual and violent misconduct. Requires health professionals and health institutions to report reportable misconduct to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Sets forth provisions concerning time lines for reporting, contents of the report, and confidentiality. Permits the Department to adopt rules to implement, administer, and enforce the reporting requirements, including, but not limited to, rules that define terms and are necessary and appropriate to interpret and implement provisions concerning health professionals and health institutions. Provides that a law enforcement agency shall make a report to the Department within 30 days after opening an investigation into, making an arrest of, or bringing charges of a felony or Class A misdemeanor violation against a person who is licensed or registered by the Department. Provides that the State's Attorney shall report to the Department within 5 days after the conviction for a felony or Class A misdemeanor of a person who is licensed or registered by the Department. Amends the Hospital Licensing Act. Adds reporting requirements for specified serious incidents or events. Creates the Sexual Assault Survivors Fund. Makes changes in provisions concerning the posting of information; reports to the Department; penalties for failure to comply with the Act; and patient protection from abuse. Amends the State Finance Act to make a conforming change. Amends the Illinois Adverse Health Care Events Reporting Law of 2005. Makes changes in provisions concerning the establishment of a reporting system. Amends various Acts pertaining to health professionals and health institutions. Adds the failure to report reportable misconduct to the causes that allow the Department to take disciplinary or non-disciplinary action as deemed appropriate by the Department with regard to a license. Makes conforming and other changes.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 61 : Kelly Cassidy (D)*, Celina Villanueva (D)*, Theresa Mah (D), Curtis Tarver (D), Kam Buckner (D), Bob Morgan (D), Marcus Evans (D), Jehan Gordon-Booth (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Justin Slaughter (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Dee Avelar (D), Sharon Chung (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Joyce Mason (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Katie Stuart (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Harry Benton (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Maurice West (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Robyn Gabel (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Anna Moeller (D), Chris Welch (D), Lisa Davis (D), Jaime Andrade (D), Margaret Croke (D), Dan Didech (D), Sonya Harper (D), Ann Williams (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Yolonda Morris (D), Kimberly du Buclet (D), Gregg Johnson (D), Carol Ammons (D), Marty Moylan (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D), Martha Deuter (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Camille Lilly (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Willie Preston (D), Dave Koehler (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Doris Turner (D), Mike Halpin (D), Laura Fine (D), Laura Murphy (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 77
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Mary Edly-Allen
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CA bill #AB847 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Peace officers: confidentiality of records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances transparency and oversight of law enforcement personnel records by granting access to confidential peace officer and custodial officer records to civilian oversight boards and county inspector generals under specific conditions. Currently, these personnel records are generally confidential, but the bill allows civilian oversight boards established by county boards of supervisors to access such records during investigations into officer conduct, with a requirement that they maintain the confidentiality of these records. The bill also allows these oversight boards to conduct closed sessions to review confidential records, provided they comply with applicable confidentiality laws. Additionally, the bill authorizes county inspectors general to access personnel records related to their oversight duties. The legislation specifies that these oversight efforts do not obstruct the investigative functions of the sheriff's department and provides a framework for accessing sensitive personnel information while still protecting the privacy of individual officers. The bill aims to increase accountability and transparency in law enforcement by providing independent oversight bodies with the tools to investigate potential misconduct while maintaining appropriate confidentiality protections.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 25303.7 of the Government Code, and to amend Section 832.7 of the Penal Code, relating to peace officers.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : LaShae Sharp-Collins (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
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CT bill #SB01311 • Last Action 05/05/2025
An Act Concerning The Recommendations Of The Department Of Children And Families.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses several key aspects of child welfare and foster care in Connecticut. First, it requires criminal history searches and background checks for relative and fictive kin caregivers when children are placed with them in emergency situations by the Department of Children and Families, ensuring the safety of children in these placements. Second, the bill allows certain youth who were previously committed to the department's care to reenter care between the ages of 18 and 21 under specific conditions, such as being enrolled in educational programs or participating in employment-focused activities. Third, it expands the department's ability to disclose records to other state agencies like the Department of Developmental Services and the Office of Policy and Management for specific purposes. Fourth, the bill broadens the definition of "child care facility" to include certain congregate care settings for individuals requiring special education up to age 22. Fifth, it mandates that the Department of Children and Families develop and incorporate a Foster Parent Bill of Rights into its policy, which will outline the rights and obligations of caregivers, children, and the department. Finally, the bill revises the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children, establishing a comprehensive framework for interstate child placements, including detailed provisions for assessment, jurisdiction, placement authority, and dispute resolution.
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Bill Summary: To (1) require criminal history searches and records checks for relative and fictive kin caregivers upon emergency placement of children with such caregivers by the Department of Children and Families, (2) permit certain youths previously committed to the care and custody of the Commissioner of Children and Families to reenter care, (3) require disclosure of Department of Children and Families records to the Department of Developmental Services and the Office of Policy and Management for certain purposes, (4) expand the definition of "child care facility" for purposes of licensure by the Department of Children and Families to include certain congregate care settings for individuals who require special education, until the end of the school year in which such individuals turn twenty-two years of age, (5) require the Department of Children and Families to develop a Foster Parent Bill of Rights and incorporate such bill of rights into department policy, and (6) revise the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Committee on Children, Josh Elliott (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate LCO Amendment #7744 (D) - Senate LCO Amendment #7744 (D)
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AR bill #SB376 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Amend The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967; And To Amend The Law Concerning Public Meetings Under The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act of 1967 by modifying the definition and requirements for public meetings. The key change is the addition of the phrase "more than two (2) members of" in two sections of the existing law, which means that meetings involving three or more members of state or local government bodies (such as commissions, agencies, boards of education, municipalities, and counties) will now be considered public meetings. This modification clarifies that interactions between two or fewer members do not trigger the public meeting requirements. The bill maintains existing exemptions for grand juries and continues to apply to bodies that are supported by or expend public funds. The purpose of these amendments appears to be to provide more precise language about what constitutes a public meeting, potentially affecting how government bodies can interact and conduct business while ensuring transparency in governmental processes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING PUBLIC MEETINGS UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Alan Clark (R)*, Mary Bentley (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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TX bill #HB932 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Relating to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact; authorizing fees.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, which is an interstate agreement designed to facilitate the practice of occupational therapy across multiple states. The compact aims to improve public access to occupational therapy services by creating a system of mutual license recognition among participating states. Key provisions include establishing a comprehensive data system to track licensure information, creating a national commission to oversee the compact, and defining the conditions under which occupational therapists can practice in states other than their primary state of residence. Occupational therapists can obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in remote states, provided they meet specific requirements such as holding an unencumbered license in their home state, passing a background check, and complying with each state's specific regulations. The compact also includes provisions to support military personnel and their spouses, enhance interstate cooperation in investigating potential misconduct, and protect public health by allowing states to take disciplinary action against practitioners. The compact will become effective once ten states have enacted the legislation, and member states can withdraw with a six-month notice period. The bill represents a significant effort to streamline occupational therapy licensure and improve healthcare mobility for practitioners.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact; authorizing fees.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Armando Walle (D)*, Lulu Flores (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Health & Human Services
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MO bill #HB943 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Modifies provisions relating to health care
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several provisions related to health care across multiple sections of Missouri state law, with significant changes in areas such as emergency medical services, ambulance districts, medical licensing, pharmacy practices, and drug precursor regulations. Key provisions include expanding the ability of hospital districts and ambulance districts to invest funds, creating new certification requirements for community paramedics, modifying the State Advisory Council on Emergency Medical Services, allowing pharmacists more flexibility in administering vaccines and providing medication therapy services, and adjusting regulations around over-the-counter drug sales to prevent methamphetamine production. The bill also introduces new requirements for referral agencies working with independent living and long-term care facilities, updates disabled parking placard regulations, and makes various technical amendments to existing health care statutes. These changes aim to improve healthcare service delivery, patient safety, and regulatory oversight across multiple healthcare domains in Missouri.
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions relating to health care
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tara Peters (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: SCS Voted Do Pass (S)
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MT bill #SB77 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Require conservation districts to comply with state procurement laws
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires conservation districts to comply with state procurement laws when spending state-funded grants and loans, and updates existing regulations for purchasing and contracting. Specifically, the bill mandates that conservation districts follow state procurement requirements for architectural, engineering, and land surveying services, and establishes clear guidelines for different contract values. For contracts less than $10,000, districts can use flexible purchasing techniques; for contracts between $10,000 and $100,000, they must obtain at least three quotations and select the lowest responsible bid; and for contracts over $100,000, they must advertise for bids and use a formal request for proposal or invitation to bid process. The bill also clarifies emergency purchasing provisions, allows for direct negotiation in certain circumstances, and limits contract durations to a maximum of seven years. Additionally, the bill requires that contract advertisements include evaluation criteria and be published in a newspaper of general circulation, with specific timing requirements for publication. These changes aim to standardize and improve the procurement processes for conservation districts by aligning them more closely with broader state procurement regulations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT REQUIRING CONSERVATION DISTRICTS TO COMPLY WITH STATE PROCUREMENT LAWS; AND REPEALING AMING SECTIONS 76-15-1004, 76-15-1005, 76-15-1006, 76-15-1011, AND 76-15- 1012, 76-15-1013, AND 76-15-1014, MCA; AND REPEALING SECTION 76-15-1004, MCA.”
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 04/09/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gayle Lammers (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 49
• Last Amended: 04/18/2025
• Last Action: (S) Transmitted to Governor
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AZ bill #SB1235 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Health profession regulatory boards; membership
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive updates to the membership, appointment, and oversight of various health profession regulatory boards in Arizona. The key provisions include standardizing board appointment processes across different health boards, introducing new mechanisms for filling vacancies, and creating a Health Profession Regulatory Board Oversight Council. Specifically, the bill establishes that if the governor fails to fill a public member vacancy within one year, the board may fill the position by majority vote, and if the senate does not confirm or reject an appointee within one year, the appointee is automatically deemed confirmed. The bill also creates a new oversight council that will review and potentially approve or deny "market-sensitive actions" taken by health regulatory boards, such as changing examination scores, modifying advertising restrictions, or adjusting fees. Additionally, the bill requires each health profession regulatory board to submit a comprehensive report by November 1, 2025, detailing their licensing requirements, complaint investigation processes, employee structures, and other operational details. The goal is to create more uniformity and consistency across different health professional regulatory boards while maintaining their essential regulatory functions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Amending sections 32-802, 32-901, 32-1203, 32-1402, 32-1502, 32-1602, 32-1672, 32-1702, 32-1801, 32-1902, 32-2002, 32-2062 and 32-2502, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 32, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding chapter 27; amending sections 32-2902, 32-3252, 32-3402, 32-3502, 32-3902, 32-4102, 32-4202 and 36-446.02, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to health profession regulatory boards.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 9 : Janae Shamp (R)*, Frank Carroll (R), Timothy Dunn (R), Warren Petersen (R), Wendy Rogers (R), T.J. Shope (R), Walter Blackman (R), Selina Bliss (R), Michael Carbone (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: House third reading FAILED voting: (14-43-3-0)
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AR bill #SB639 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Create The Arkansas Wind Energy Development Act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Arkansas Wind Energy Development Act, which establishes comprehensive regulations for wind energy facility development in the state. The bill requires wind energy facilities of 5 megawatts or more and over 200 feet tall to obtain permits from the Arkansas Public Service Commission and potentially local governments. Key provisions include mandatory minimum setbacks from property lines and sensitive locations like schools and hospitals, environmental impact assessments, noise level restrictions, and detailed decommissioning requirements. The bill mandates that wind energy facility owners provide financial security for facility removal, maintain specific insurance coverage, and provide transparent reporting to landowners. The legislation aims to balance promoting wind energy development with protecting public health, safety, and local community interests by establishing strict standards for construction, operation, and eventual removal of wind energy facilities. Notably, the bill allows local governments to adopt additional regulations that are consistent with and not less restrictive than state requirements, and it includes provisions for public hearings and comprehensive review of wind energy facility permit applications.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS WIND ENERGY DEVELOPMENT ACT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 04/09/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Ron Caldwell (R)*, Brad Hall (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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AR bill #SB506 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Amend The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967; And To Repeal The Exemption Concerning Electronic Data Information Maintained By A Disaster Recovery System.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) by repealing a specific exemption that previously prevented public access to electronic data information maintained by a disaster recovery system. The Freedom of Information Act is a state law that ensures transparency in government by allowing citizens to request and obtain public records. By removing this exemption, the bill will now require governmental entities to make electronic data stored in disaster recovery systems available for public examination and copying, potentially increasing government transparency and public access to information. The change means that electronic records previously protected from disclosure due to their storage in disaster recovery systems can now be requested and reviewed by members of the public under the state's open records laws.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; TO REPEAL THE EXEMPTION CONCERNING ELECTRONIC DATA INFORMATION MAINTAINED BY A DISASTER RECOVERY SYSTEM; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 1 : Mark Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/18/2025
• Last Action: Sine Die adjournment
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AR bill #SB589 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Create The 340b Program Transparency Act; And To Amend The Law Concerning Transparency And Accountability For Certain 340b-covered Entities.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the 340B Program Transparency Act, which requires healthcare providers participating in the federal 340B drug discount program to submit detailed annual reports to the Arkansas Department of Health about their program savings and usage. The bill defines 340B savings as the difference between the discounted drug price and the actual acquisition cost, and mandates that covered entities report comprehensive information including the total number of drug claims, aggregate savings, and how those savings were utilized. Entities must break down their savings allocations across categories like uncompensated care, patient financial assistance, healthcare service expansion, administrative operations, and charitable contributions. The reports must also include detailed metrics about patient populations, services provided in medically underserved areas, and contract pharmacy arrangements. The Department of Health will publicly post these reports within 60 days of submission, with provisions to protect confidential business information. If a covered entity fails to submit a complete and timely report, they may face administrative penalties up to $500 per day, not exceeding $150,000 annually. The act is set to become effective on January 1, 2026, and includes provisions ensuring it does not conflict with federal 340B program regulations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE 340B PROGRAM TRANSPARENCY ACT; TO REQUIRE TRANSPARENCY FROM CERTAIN 340B-COVERED ENTITIES CONCERNING THE USE OF 340B PROGRAM SAVINGS; TO REQUIRE CERTAIN 340B-COVERED ENTITIES TO ANNUALLY REPORT THE UTILIZATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF 340B PROGRAM SAVINGS TO ENSURE ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/31/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 1 : Clint Penzo (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/31/2025
• Last Action: Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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TX bill #HB4952 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Relating to the confidentiality of fraud detection and deterrence information under the public information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Government Code to create a new provision that protects certain information related to fraud detection and deterrence from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill establishes that any governmental body's information concerning fraud prevention and investigation techniques will be considered confidential and exempt from public information disclosure requirements. The protected information is broadly defined and includes a wide range of materials such as risk assessments, reports, data, protocols, technology specifications, manuals, instructions, investigative materials, crossmatches, mental impressions, and communications that could potentially reveal how a government agency prevents, investigates, or evaluates fraud. By creating this confidentiality exception, the bill aims to safeguard sensitive methods and strategies that government entities use to detect and deter fraudulent activities, thereby potentially preventing potential bad actors from gaining insights into these protective mechanisms. The provisions of this bill will take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of fraud detection and deterrence information under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brooks Landgraf (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Laid on the table subject to call
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CA bill #SB630 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Income and corporate taxes: tax credits: motion pictures.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands and enhances California's film tax credit program, known as Motion Picture Credit 4.0, for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2025. Specifically, the bill increases the total annual tax credit allocation from $330 million to $750 million and modifies the credit percentages for different types of film and television productions. The credit percentage will increase from 20-25% to 35-40% depending on the type of production, with additional potential increases for meeting diversity goals. The bill broadens the definition of "qualified motion picture" to include new categories like live action and animated series with at least 20-minute episodes, animated films, and large-scale competition shows. A new provision allows television series that completed their previous season more than 48 months prior to apply as a "new" series. The bill also introduces more flexible allocation rules, allowing the California Film Commission to reallocate up to 10% of funds between categories to maximize total credits allocated. Additionally, the bill continues the Career Pathways Training program, which funds technical skills training for individuals from underserved communities, and emphasizes diversity goals by potentially increasing tax credits for productions that meet specific workforce diversity targets. The bill requires a two-thirds majority vote in the Legislature to pass, as it constitutes a change in state taxes that would result in taxpayers paying a higher tax.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 17053.98, 17053.98.1, 23698, and 23698.1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 13 : Ben Allen (D)*, Caroline Menjivar (D)*, Sasha Perez (D)*, Henry Stern (D)*, Isaac Bryan (D), Sharon Quirk-Silva (D), Rick Zbur (D), Josh Becker (D), Jessica Caloza (D), Mark González (D), Susan Rubio (D), Nick Schultz (D), Suzette Martinez Valladares (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: May 5 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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AR bill #SB643 • Last Action 05/05/2025
To Provide Transparency And Accountability For Public Utilities; And To Require Certain Public Utilities To Report To The Legislative Council.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability for public utilities in Arkansas by requiring detailed annual reporting to the Legislative Council. The bill establishes that public utilities with over 3,000 ratepayers must submit comprehensive reports detailing various expenses, including political influence activities, advertising, charitable giving, compensation, trade association dues, litigation costs, investor relations, travel expenses, and other financial activities that are ultimately recovered through customer rates. The legislation defines key terms like "political influence activity" and "advertising" and mandates granular reporting requirements, such as itemized lists of expenses, vendor payments, and employee activities. The bill's motivation stems from concerns about rising utility rates and the need for public utilities to be responsible stewards of ratepayer funds, with specific findings noting significant rate increases for electricity and natural gas since 2021. By requiring these detailed disclosures, the bill seeks to provide greater insight into how public utilities spend money and potentially influence policy, ensuring that ratepayers have a clearer understanding of how their utility fees are being used beyond direct service provision.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO PROVIDE TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR PUBLIC UTILITIES; TO REQUIRE CERTAIN PUBLIC UTILITIES TO REPORT TO THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 04/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Dan Sullivan (R)*, Austin McCollum (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: Sine Die adjournment
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MT bill #HB344 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Revise criminal laws related to DUI
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new category of driving under the influence (DUI) offense by establishing specific blood concentration thresholds for prohibited substances other than alcohol or marijuana. The bill amends multiple sections of Montana law to include a new subsection (1)(f) in the driving under the influence statute that criminalizes driving with certain amounts of specific drugs in one's system without a valid prescription. The new provision sets precise nanogram-per-milliliter limits for substances like amphetamine, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and fentanyl, among others. This change means drivers can be charged with a DUI if they have these prohibited substances in their blood at or above the specified levels, even if they are not demonstrably impaired. The bill also updates related sections of law to incorporate this new offense, including penalty structures, license suspension provisions, and definitions related to driving under the influence. These modifications affect how prior convictions are counted, what constitutes a DUI offense, and the potential legal consequences for drivers found to have these substances in their system. The bill aims to provide clearer legal standards for prosecuting drug-related driving offenses and to enhance public safety by creating more specific criteria for determining drug-related impaired driving.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT CREATING AN ADDITIONAL TYPE OF DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OFFENSE REGARDING NONCOMMERCIAL OR COMMERCIAL DRIVERS WHO HAVE A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES OTHER THAN ALCOHOL OR MARIJUANA IN THEIR BLOOD OR OTHER BODILY SUBSTANCE; AND AMING SECTIONS 23-2-535, 61-2-302, 61-5-212, 61-5-231, 61-8-805, 61-8- 1001, 61-8-1002, 61-8-1007, 61-8-1008, 61-8-1009, AND 61-8-1011, MCA.”
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• Introduced: 12/13/2024
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Braxton Mitchell (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 50
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: Chapter Number Assigned
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TX bill #HB4895 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Relating to certificates of number and certificates of title issued by and records kept by the Parks and Wildlife Department; creating a criminal offense.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates and modernizes the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's regulations regarding vessel and outboard motor certificates of number and title. The bill introduces several key changes, including expanding the definition of a vessel, creating new definitions for terms like "hull identification number" and "electronic certificate of title", and modifying procedures for transferring vessel ownership and recording security interests. Notably, the bill reduces the time frame for new vessel owners to submit ownership transfer applications from 45 to 20 days, adds provisions for electronic certificates of title, and creates new requirements for reporting hull-damaged vessels. The bill also establishes more detailed record-keeping requirements for the Parks and Wildlife Department, including maintaining searchable databases of vessel information, and creates a new criminal offense for failing to disclose hull damage when transferring a vessel. Additionally, the bill provides comprehensive guidelines for how security interests in vessels and outboard motors are recorded, transferred, and perfected, aligning these procedures more closely with existing commercial code standards. The changes are designed to modernize vessel registration processes, improve record accuracy, and provide clearer legal frameworks for vessel ownership and transfers.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to certificates of number and certificates of title issued by and records kept by the Parks and Wildlife Department; creating a criminal offense.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cody Vasut (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Laid on the table subject to call
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PA bill #HB1233 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Providing for portable battery stewardship and establishing requirements for Battery Stewardship Plans; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection; and imposing penalties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive Portable Battery Stewardship program in Pennsylvania, requiring producers of portable and medium format batteries to participate in a battery stewardship plan starting January 1, 2027. The legislation mandates that battery producers create and fund organizations responsible for collecting, recycling, and safely disposing of batteries across the state. Key provisions include establishing a statewide network of battery collection sites (with the number of sites varying based on county population density), implementing educational outreach programs, and setting recycling efficiency targets of at least 60% for rechargeable batteries and 70% for primary batteries. Retailers will be prohibited from selling batteries from producers not participating in an approved stewardship plan, and consumers will be required to dispose of batteries through designated collection sites rather than in regular trash or recycling containers. The bill imposes civil penalties of $2,500 per violation for non-compliance and requires battery producers to mark their batteries with identification and chemistry information to facilitate proper recycling. Additionally, the legislation includes provisions for assessing the end-of-life management of batteries in various products and grants producers some antitrust immunity when developing and implementing battery stewardship plans.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 27 (Environmental Resources) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for portable battery stewardship and establishing requirements for Battery Stewardship Plans; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection; and imposing penalties.
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• Introduced: 04/15/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 13 : Josh Siegel (D)*, Danielle Otten (D), Mandy Steele (D), Maureen Madden (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Greg Vitali (D), Bob Freeman (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Steve Samuelson (D), Jim Haddock (D), Nikki Rivera (D), Joe Ciresi (D), Abigail Salisbury (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: Laid on the table
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MN bill #HF1426 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Stewardship program for circuit boards, batteries, and electrical products established; mercury in batteries prohibited; rulemaking authorized; and money appropriated.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive stewardship program for circuit boards, batteries, and electrical products in Minnesota, effective January 1, 2027. The legislation creates a Covered Products Reimbursement Board to recommend reimbursement rates for collectors, mandates the formation of a stewardship organization to manage the collection and recycling of covered electronic products, and prohibits the disposal of certain covered products in solid waste. The bill defines various terms like "covered products" (which include circuit boards, batteries, and electronic devices with these components) and sets up a framework where producers must participate in a stewardship organization that will provide free collection and recycling services across the state. Key provisions include establishing collection sites in every county, creating educational programs about proper battery and electronic product disposal, and implementing strict labeling requirements for batteries. The bill also prohibits the sale of certain mercury-containing batteries and provides mechanisms for enforcement, including potential civil actions and fees for non-compliance. Additionally, the legislation aims to ensure environmentally responsible management of electronic waste, with a focus on maximizing recycling and minimizing environmental impact.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to environment; establishing stewardship program for circuit boards, batteries, and electrical products; prohibiting mercury in batteries; authorizing rulemaking; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 115.071, subdivision 1; 115A.121; 115A.554; 116.92, subdivision 6, by adding a subdivision; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 115A; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 115A.1310, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 12a, 12b, 12c, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20; 115A.1312; 115A.1314; 115A.1316; 115A.1318; 115A.1320; 115A.1322; 115A.1323; 115A.1324; 115A.1326; 115A.1328; 115A.1330; 115A.9155; 115A.9157, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9; 115A.961, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 325E.125; 325E.1251.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 20 : Joe McDonald (R)*, Danny Nadeau (R), Shane Mekeland (R), Roger Skraba (R), Athena Hollins (D), Aisha Gomez (D), Esther Agbaje (D), Jamie Long (D), Peter Fischer (D), Bianca Virnig (D), Kristi Pursell (D), Andrew Myers (R), Pete Johnson (D), Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger (D), Sandra Feist (D), Anquam Mahamoud (D), Larry Kraft (D), María Isa Pérez-Vega (D), Lucy Rehm (D), Katie Jones (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Author added Jones
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TX bill #HB3205 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Relating to the imposition of a county housing first initiatives fee in certain counties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new provision allowing counties with populations of 500,000 or more to adopt a housing first initiatives fee, which would be collected at the same time as other county fees and deposited into a separate account in the county's general fund. The fee can only be adopted during an open meeting and must be itemized in the county's annual budget. The revenue collected from this fee can exclusively fund housing-related initiatives such as emergency shelter expansion, homelessness prevention services, street outreach programs, rapid rehousing programs, and transitional housing programs. Counties would have the flexibility to contract with private entities, nonprofit organizations, or other political subdivisions to implement these housing initiatives. The legislation specifies that the fee is optional for qualifying counties and provides specific guidelines for its implementation and use, with the goal of addressing housing insecurity and supporting vulnerable populations. The bill would take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the legislature, or otherwise on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the imposition of a county housing first initiatives fee in certain counties.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Liz Campos (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Left pending in subcommittee
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TX bill #HB2520 • Last Action 05/05/2025
Relating to the open meetings law.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Open Meetings Law by expanding the definition of "governmental body" to include a board of managers appointed under Chapter 39A of the Education Code, enhancing meeting notice requirements, and clarifying provisions related to closed meetings. Specifically, the bill requires meeting notices to include more detailed and specific agendas that inform the public about both open and closed portions of meetings, with a focus on highlighting special, unusual, or particularly interesting subjects. Regarding personnel matters, the bill allows closed meetings for deliberating about specific public employees, but now explicitly permits open meetings when discussions involve operational issues that generally impact a class or group of employees, such as changes in duties or compensation. The bill also repeals Section 551.083 of the Government Code and specifies that these changes will only apply to meetings held on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025. These modifications aim to increase transparency and public access to information about governmental meetings while maintaining appropriate protections for personnel discussions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the open meetings law.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Ann Johnson (D)*, Briscoe Cain (R)*, Mike Olcott (R)*, Lauren Simmons (D)*, Terri Leo-Wilson (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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FL bill #S0240 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Victims of Domestic Violence and Dating Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses protections and resources for victims of domestic and dating violence through several key provisions. First, it requires the Division of Telecommunications to conduct a feasibility study for a web-based 911 alert system specifically designed for domestic and dating violence victims, which would include features like real-time data-sharing with law enforcement and a unique user telephone number with a special code to indicate immediate assistance needs. The bill expands the legal definition of "dating violence" to include a broader range of physical and emotional threats within a significant romantic relationship. It also modifies existing statutes to allow victims of dating violence to apply for the Attorney General's address confidentiality program, which helps protect victims by providing a substitute mailing address that keeps their actual location private. Additionally, the bill requires state and local agencies to designate entities to assist dating violence victims in applying to the address confidentiality program and mandates that victims receive information about available protection steps and the confidentiality program. These changes aim to provide more comprehensive support and safety mechanisms for individuals experiencing domestic and dating violence, with the provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to victims of domestic violence and dating violence; defining terms; requiring the Division of Telecommunications within the Department of Management Services to consult with certain entities to conduct a feasibility study regarding a specified alert system; providing requirements for such alert system; requiring the division to report to the Legislature the results of the feasibility study by a specified date; amending s. 741.401, F.S.; revising legislative findings to include victims of dating violence; reordering and amending s. 741.402, F.S.; defining the term “dating violence”; amending s. 741.403, F.S.; authorizing victims of dating violence to apply to participate in the Attorney General’s address confidentiality program; amending s. 741.408, F.S.; requiring the Attorney General to designate certain entities to assist victims of dating violence applying to be address confidentiality program participants; amending ss. 741.4651 and 960.001, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Criminal Justice, Lori Berman (D)*, Ana Maria Rodriguez (R), Nick DiCeglie (R), Jason Pizzo (I), Carlos Smith (D), Ileana Garcia (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 04/03/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0285 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Injunctions for Protection in Cases of Repeat or Serious Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands Florida's legal framework for injunctions of protection by modifying the definition and scope of "repeat violence" to include "repeat or serious violence." The bill introduces a broader definition of serious violence, which now includes three specific scenarios: two incidents of violence within six months directed at the petitioner or their immediate family, one act causing bodily injury to the petitioner, or a death threat against the petitioner. The legislation updates multiple sections of Florida law to reflect this change, ensuring consistency across various statutes related to protective injunctions. Key modifications include updating terminology in sections covering electronic records, firearm licensing, criminal justice information systems, and legal procedures related to protective orders. The bill aims to provide more comprehensive protection for individuals experiencing repeated or serious violent situations by broadening the grounds for seeking a protective injunction and ensuring that legal mechanisms can more effectively respond to potential threats. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies and courts time to prepare for the implementation of these expanded protections.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to injunctions for protection in cases of repeat or serious violence; amending s. 784.046, F.S.; replacing the term "repeat violence" with the term "repeat or serious violence"; defining the term "repeat or serious violence"; expanding the grounds for an existing cause of action for an injunction of protection to include serious violence in addition to repeat violence; revising the name of an existing cause of action to an injunction for protection in cases of repeat or serious violence, rather than in cases of repeat violence; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 44.407, 61.1825, 119.0714, 394.4597, 394.4598, 741.2901, 741.30, 741.313, 784.047, 784.048, 790.06, 790.065, 934.03, and 943.05, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; reenacting ss. 28.2221(8)(a), (c), and (d), 61.1827(1), 741.311(2), 741.315(2), 790.401(2)(e) and (3)(c), 901.15(6), 901.41(5), 921.141(6)(p), 921.1425(7)(j), and 934.425(3), F.S., relating to electronic access to official records, identifying information concerning applicants for and recipients of child support services, Hope Card Program for persons issued orders of protection, recognition of foreign protection orders, risk hb285-00 protection orders, when arrest by a law enforcement officer without a warrant is lawful, prearrest diversion programs, aggravating factors relating to a sentence of death or life imprisonment for capital felonies, aggravating factors relating to a sentence of death or life imprisonment for capital sexual battery, and installation or use of tracking devices or tracking applications, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 784.046, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Michele Rayner (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0329 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec. and Meetings/Interstate Compact for School Psychologists
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new section of Florida law (490.017) establishing specific exemptions for meetings and records of the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission. The bill allows the commission to hold closed meetings and keep records confidential when discussing sensitive topics such as personnel matters, potential litigation, contract negotiations, trade secrets, investigative records, and personal privacy concerns. When a meeting or portion of a meeting is closed, the presiding officer must state the reason for closing the meeting and reference the specific exemption, which must be recorded in the minutes. The commission is required to keep detailed minutes of closed meetings that remain sealed and can only be released by a majority vote of the commission or a court order. The public records and meetings exemptions are set to expire on October 2, 2028, unless the Legislature reenacts them. The bill emphasizes that these exemptions are necessary to allow Florida to participate in the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists, as the compact requires certain discussions to be kept confidential. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (HB 327) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 490.017, F.S.; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain portions of meetings of the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission and its executive committee; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during exempt portions of such meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Wallace Aristide (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1186 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Applicants for President of a State University or Florida College System Institution
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's existing law regarding the hiring process for presidents of state universities and Florida College System institutions by formally defining the term "final group of applicants" as a group of no fewer than two candidates who will receive final consideration for the presidency. The bill also adjusts the legal language in existing statutes to clarify public meeting and public records exemptions related to the presidential search process. Specifically, the bill maintains an existing provision that allows meetings for identifying and vetting presidential candidates to be exempt from standard open meetings requirements, which helps protect the confidentiality of applicants during the selection process. By adding this formal definition and making minor technical amendments to the statute, the bill aims to provide more clarity and consistency in how universities and college system institutions conduct presidential searches while preserving the privacy of potential candidates.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to applicants for president of a state university or Florida College System institution; amending s. 1004.098, F.S.; defining the term “final group of applicants”; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tina Polsky (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1429 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Insurance Regulations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively reforms various aspects of insurance regulations in Florida, covering multiple sectors including health maintenance organizations, property and casualty insurance, continuing care facilities, and reciprocal insurers. The bill introduces significant changes across several key areas. Key provisions include: establishing new cybersecurity reporting requirements for insurers, mandating rate transparency reports for residential property insurers, creating more stringent oversight for management companies of continuing care facilities, revising rules for reciprocal insurers' governance and financial management, enhancing financial reporting and disclosure requirements, and implementing stricter standards for providers facing financial challenges. The bill aims to improve consumer protection, increase transparency in insurance markets, and strengthen regulatory oversight of various insurance entities and providers. The changes range from technical amendments to substantial new regulatory frameworks, with implementation dates mostly set for July 1, 2025, though some provisions have specific transition periods for existing entities to achieve compliance.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to insurance regulations; amending s. 48.151, F.S.; providing that the Chief Financial Officer is the agent for service of process on health maintenance organizations; amending s. 252.63, F.S.; revising the content of a publication from the Commissioner of Insurance Regulation relating to orders applicable to insurance in areas under the state of emergency; amending s. 624.4085, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "life and health insurer"; amending s. 624.422, F.S.; providing that the appointment of the Chief Financial Officer for service of process applies to insurers withdrawing from and ceasing operations in this state until all insurers' liabilities in this state are extinguished; amending s. 624.45, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 624.610, F.S.; removing certain provisions relating to credits allowed in specified reinsurance circumstances and relating to assuming insurers' accreditations; requiring filing fees from reinsurers requesting to operate in this state; removing applicability provisions; amending s. 626.9651, F.S.; requiring the Office of Insurance Regulation and the Financial Services Commission to adopt rules on cybersecurity of certain insurance data; providing requirements for such rules; providing duties of the office; amending s. 627.062, F.S.; prohibiting personal residential property insurers from submitting more than one "use and file" filing under certain circumstances; providing an exception; amending s. 627.0621, F.S.; requiring certain rate filings with the office from residential property insurers to include rate transparency reports; providing for acceptance or rejection by the office of such reports; providing requirements for such reports; requiring insurers to provide such reports to consumers; requiring the office to define terms used in such reports; requiring the office to establish and maintain a specified center on its website; providing requirements for the website; amending s. 627.0645, F.S.; revising requirements of rate filing with the office; amending s. 627.0651, F.S.; prohibiting motor vehicle insurers from submitting more than one "use and file" filing under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.4554, F.S.; requiring that certain forms be posted on the website of the Department of Financial Services, rather than the office; amending s. 627.6699, F.S.; removing and revising definitions; removing provisions relating to the creation of the Florida Small Employer Health Reinsurance Program; amending s. 627.711, F.S.; requiring the office to contract with a state university to design, operate, upgrade, and maintain a specified database; requiring property insurers to file certain policyholder forms in the database; requiring the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 627.7152, F.S.; removing provisions relating to requirements for reporting and rulemaking regarding property insurance claims paid under assignment agreements; creating s. 627.9145, F.S.; providing reporting requirements for residential property insurers; requiring the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 627.915, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for private passenger automobile insurers; requiring the commission to adopt rules; providing requirements for such rules; removing reporting requirement provisions for certain insurers; amending ss. 628.081 and 628.091, F.S.; removing the requirement that domestic insurer incorporators execute articles of incorporation and file them with the office in triplicate; amending s. 628.111, F.S.; removing the requirement that domestic insurers make copies of amendments to articles of incorporation in triplicate; amending s. 628.461, F.S.; specifying the method of sending notifications regarding transactions or proposed transactions of voting securities of stock insurers or controlling companies; revising the method of filing certain statements; amending s. 628.4615, F.S.; revising the method by which amendments to certain applications must be sent to specialty insurers; amending s. 628.717, F.S.; revising requirements for the office's responses upon receipt of articles of incorporation; amending s. 628.719, F.S.; revising the method by which mutual insurance holding companies show their adoption of article of incorporation amendments and deliver the amendments to the office; revising the requirements for the office's responses upon receipt of amendments; amending s. 628.910, F.S.; removing the requirement that captive insurance company incorporators file articles of incorporation in triplicate; revising the office's responses upon receipt of captive insurance company articles of incorporation; amending s. 629.011, F.S.; revising and providing definitions; amending s. 629.071, F.S.; authorizing assessable and nonassessable reciprocal insurers, rather than domestic reciprocal insurers, to transact insurance if they maintain specified amounts of surplus funds; amending s. 629.081, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; creating s. 629.082, F.S.; providing that attorneys in fact of reciprocals are affiliates of the reciprocals for specified purposes; creating s. 629.1015, F.S.; requiring documentation supporting that fees, commissions, and other financial considerations and payments to affiliates by reciprocal insurers are fair and reasonable; providing guidelines for the office in determining whether the fees, commissions, and other financial considerations and payments are fair and reasonable; providing requirements for documentation of such fees; amending s. 629.121, F.S.; providing that certain bonds filed with the office as security are filed by attorneys in fact, rather than attorneys of domestic reciprocal insurers; increasing the bond amount; creating s. 629.162, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to require subscriber contributions; providing disclosure and reporting requirements for subscriber contributions; creating s. 629.163, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to establish subscriber savings accounts; providing construction; providing requirements for subscriber savings accounts; creating s. 629.164, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to make distributions to subscribers from subscriber savings accounts; granting to subscribers' advisory committees sole authority to authorize distributions, subject to prior written approval by the office; providing requirements for reciprocal insurers that prohibit subscribers from receiving distributions for a specified period of time; providing construction; authorizing reciprocal insurers to return to subscribers unused premiums, savings, and credits accruing to their accounts; authorizing domestic reciprocal insurers to pay portions of unassigned funds; providing distribution limits; prohibiting distribution discriminations; amending s. 629.171, F.S.; revising requirements for filing with the office annual statements by reciprocal insurers; amending s. 629.181, F.S; replacing surplus deposits of subscribers with subscriber contributions; providing limits on subscriber contributions; amending s. 629.201, F.S.; requiring that each domestic reciprocal insurer have a subscribers' advisory committee; requiring that such committee be formed in compliance with specified laws; requiring that rules and amendments adopted by subscribers have prior approval by the office; revising subscribers' advisory committees' duties and membership; providing for election and terms; repealing s. 629.271, F.S., relating to distribution of savings; amending s. 629.291, F.S.; providing that forms filed with the office for plans to merge a reciprocal insurer with another reciprocal insurer or to convert a reciprocal insurer to a stock or mutual insurer are adopted by the commission rather than the office; amending s. 629.301, F.S.; specifying the manner in which impaired reciprocal insurers are proceeded against if they cannot make up deficiencies in assets; specifying the manner in which assessments are levied upon subscribers if reciprocal insurers are liquidated; providing that assessments are subject to specified limits; repealing ss. 629.401 and 629.520, F.S., relating to insurance exchange and the authority of a limited reciprocal insurer, respectively; creating s. 629.56, F.S.; requiring reciprocal insurers to maintain unearned premium reserves at all times; amending s. 634.401, F.S.; revising provisions relating to coverage for accidental damage under a service warranty; creating s. 641.2012, F.S.; providing applicability of service of process provisions to health maintenance organizations; amending s. 641.26, F.S.; revising requirements for filing annual and quarterly reports by health maintenance organizations; creating s. 641.283, F.S.; providing applicability of administrative supervision and hazardous insurer condition provisions to health maintenance organizations; amending s. 651.011, F.S.; providing and revising definitions; amending s. 651.018, F.S.; providing duties for the office if certain conditions exist in continuing care facilities; amending s. 651.019, F.S.; requiring continuing care providers to provide to the office specified information on financing and intended use of proceeds under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.0212, F.S.; requiring and authorizing the office to deny or revoke a provider's authority to engage in certain continuing care activities under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.0215, F.S.; revising the timeframe for the office to examine and respond to consolidated applications for provisional certificates of authority and certificates of authority for providers of continuing care; removing provisions relating to the duties of the office in responding to such applications; amending s. 651.022, F.S.; revising requirements for applications for provisional certificates of authority of providers of continuing care; removing provisions relating to duties of the office in responding to such applications; amending s. 651.023, F.S.; conforming cross-references and provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 651.024, F.S.; providing applicability of certain specialty insurer provisions and nonapplicability of certain continuing care provider requirements to bondholders under certain circumstances; defining the term "consent rights"; providing applicability of such provisions to certain entities under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.0246, F.S.; revising requirements for applications for expansion of certificated continuing care facilities; removing specified duties of the office in responding to such applications; revising the timeframe for the office to review such applications; amending s. 651.026, F.S.; revising requirements for annual reports filed by providers of continuing care; providing requirements for quarterly reports; amending s. 651.0261, F.S.; providing additional requirements for quarterly reports filed by continuing care facilities; amending s. 651.033, F.S.; requiring office approval before execution of an agreement for establishing an escrow account; defining the terms "emergency" and "business day"; specifying circumstances under which providers of continuing care may withdraw a specified percentage of the required minimum liquid reserve; revising the timeframe for the office to deny petitions for emergency withdrawals; providing duties of escrow agents; amending s. 651.034, F.S.; revising duties of the office relating to impaired continuing care providers; amending s. 651.035, F.S.; providing requirements for continuing care providers' minimum liquid reserve accounts in escrow; providing requirements for debt service reserve transfers from one financial institution or lender to another; revising and providing requirements for continuing care providers' operating reserves in escrow; amending s. 651.043, F.S.; revising circumstances under which certain notices of management changes must be provided to the office; amending s. 651.055, F.S.; conforming cross-references; amending s. 651.071, F.S.; providing that continuing care and continuing care at-home contracts are not subordinate to any secured claims and must be treated with higher priority over all other claims in the event of receivership or liquidation proceedings against a provider; providing an exception; amending s. 651.085, F.S.; requiring designated resident representatives in continuing care facilities to perform their duties in good faith; requiring each continuing care facility to have its own designated resident representative; specifying the methods for notifications to designated resident representatives of certain meetings; creating s. 651.087, F.S; providing requirements for certain collection and distribution of funds by residents of continuing care facilities; providing duties of providers relating to such funds; providing requirements for providers who borrow or solicit funds from residents; providing that failure to comply with specified collection and distribution provisions is a violation of minimum liquid reserve requirements; authorizing the commission to require certain statements or filing to be submitted by electronic means; amending s. 651.091, F.S.; requiring continuing care facilities to post notices of bankruptcy proceedings; providing requirements for such notices; requiring continuing care facilities to maintain certain records; requiring providers of continuing care to make certain records available for review and to deliver copies of specified disclosure statements; providing liability and penalties; providing applicability; prohibiting persons from filing or maintaining actions under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.104, F.S.; prohibiting persons from acting or holding themselves out as management companies for continuing care retirement communities without a certificate of authority; providing requirements for certificate of authority applications; prohibiting the office from issuing certificates of authority under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.1041, F.S.; providing applicability of specified insurer provisions to acquisitions of management companies; creating s. 651.1043, F.S.; providing requirements for management company annual and quarterly financial statements; requiring acquisition application filings under certain circumstances; requiring monthly statement filings under certain circumstances; providing fines for noncompliance; providing rulemaking authority; creating s. 651.1045, F.S.; providing grounds for the office to refuse, suspend, and revoke management company certificates of authority; providing that revocation of a management company's certificate of authority does not relieve a provider from specified obligations to residents and from annual statement filings and license fees; authorizing the office to seek enforcement actions; amending s. 651.105, F.S.; authorizing the office to examine the businesses of management companies and their parents, subsidiaries, and affiliates under certain circumstances; requiring the office to notify management companies of compliance deficiencies and to require corrective actions or plans; requiring management companies to respond to such notices; amending s. 651.1065, F.S.; prohibiting management companies from engaging in certain acts if delinquency proceedings have been or are to be initiated; providing penalties; creating s. 651.1068, F.S.; prohibiting officers and directors of insolvent providers or management companies from serving as officers and directors of providers and management companies and from having control over the selection of officers and directors under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.107, F.S.; requiring management companies to file annual statements and pay license fees during periods of certificate of authority suspension; providing for automatic reinstatement or revocation of certificates of authority; amending s. 651.108, F.S.; providing administrative fines for management companies for certain violations; creating s. 651.113, F.S.; defining the term "negative fund balance"; providing guidelines for the commissioner to determine whether a provider or facility is insolvent or in imminent danger of becoming insolvent; requiring providers and facilities determined to be insolvent or in danger of insolvency to prepare a plan; authorizing the office to issue an order requiring a provider or facility to engage in certain acts under certain circumstances; authorizing the office to issue immediate final orders requiring certain acts; providing construction; amending s. 651.114, F.S.; removing provisions relating to continuing care facility trustees and lenders; creating s. 651.1165, F.S.; requiring the office to record notices of lien against continuing care facilities' properties; providing requirements for such liens; providing for lien foreclosures in civil actions; providing that such liens are preferred to all liens, mortgages, and other encumbrances upon the property and all unrecorded liens, mortgages, and other encumbrances; providing conditions for lien releases; amending ss. 627.642, 627.6475, 627.657, and 627.66997, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing applicability dates; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Fabricio (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1443 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Victims of Crime
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands existing public records exemptions to provide additional privacy protections for crime victims and certain law enforcement officers. The bill modifies Florida Statutes to protect the identity and personal information of crime victims, including their name, home and employment contact details, and personal assets. It creates new provisions specifically shielding documents that could potentially be used to locate or harass victims or their families. For law enforcement officers who become crime victims in the course of their duties, the bill establishes a temporary confidentiality period where their identity remains protected. Initially, an officer's identity will be confidential for 48 hours following an incident, with the potential for the agency head to request extensions up to a total of 30 days if they provide written justification. The bill includes a sunset provision requiring legislative review by October 2, 2030, and emphasizes that these protections are necessary to prevent further trauma to victims and ensure they feel safe cooperating with law enforcement. The legislative findings underline the importance of these exemptions in protecting victims from potential harassment or retaliation, while still maintaining mechanisms for authorized agencies to access necessary information.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; expanding a public records exemption for the names of crime victims and specified documents or records that could be used to locate or harass the victim or the victim's family; providing that certain records identifying law enforcement officers who become crime victims are confidential for a specified period of time; providing an extension of time if certain procedures are followed; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Susan L. Valdés (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1431 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Uniform Mitigation Verification Inspection Forms
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statutes to create confidentiality protections for electronic uniform mitigation verification inspection forms submitted to the Office of Insurance Regulation. Specifically, the bill makes the electronic filings and associated data, including policyholders' personal identifiers like names, phone numbers, email addresses, insurance companies, and policy numbers, confidential and exempt from public records disclosure requirements. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that such personal information could compromise policyholders' privacy, potentially expose trade secrets, and create security risks in an era of widespread internet use. The confidentiality provisions will be subject to periodic legislative review and are set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue them. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (HB 1429) during the 2025 legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 627.711, F.S.; providing exemptions from public records requirements for insureds' uniform mitigation verification inspection forms and associated data entered into the Office of Insurance Regulation database; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Linda Chaney (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1330 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Elections
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to Florida's voter registration and election procedures, primarily focused on enhancing citizenship verification and documentation requirements. The bill mandates that the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and voter registration agencies rigorously verify an applicant's citizenship status, requiring individuals to provide specific identification documents such as passports, birth certificates, or social security cards. First-time voters who have not previously voted in Florida must provide additional forms of identification before voting, and those who register without a Florida driver's license or identification card must submit proof of residency. The bill also requires driver's licenses and identification cards to include an "NC" (non-citizen) designation for individuals who submit certain non-citizen documentation or present specific types of social security cards. Additionally, the legislation introduces more frequent list maintenance procedures for voter rolls, requiring supervisors of elections to conduct quarterly reviews to identify and remove potentially ineligible voters. Third-party voter registration organizations must now provide affirmations about their efforts to avoid registering non-citizens, and government agencies are required to facilitate the sharing of information to help maintain accurate voter registration records. The bill aims to strengthen election integrity by implementing more stringent verification processes and documentation requirements for voter registration and voting. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to elections; amending s. 97.026, F.S.; requiring that certain instructions be prominently displayed on certain websites; amending s. 97.052, F.S.; revising the information that the uniform statewide voter registration application must be designed to elicit from an applicant and must contain; amending s. 97.053, F.S.; requiring the Department of State and supervisors of elections to verify certain information relating to citizenship status; providing that eligibility to vote must be verified in a certain manner; requiring a supervisor of elections to refer certain matters to the Office of Election Crimes and Security; amending s. 97.0535, F.S.; requiring certain voter registration applicants who have not previously voted in this state to provide certain identification before voting; revising which forms of identification may be accepted for a certain purpose; revising the list of persons who are exempt from certain identification requirements; requiring that certain persons currently residing outside the United States meet certain requirements; providing that certain identification may be submitted in a certain manner; amending s. 97.057, F.S.; requiring the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to provide to certain individuals an opportunity to register to vote or update voter registration records; requiring the department to provide certain notification to certain individuals; requiring a voter registration applicant to provide a wet signature; requiring the department to offer certain opportunities to certain individuals; requiring the department to send voter registration applications or certain instructions to certain individuals; requiring the department to notify the Department of State of certain information; requiring the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to provide certain weekly and by-query reports to the Department of State and supervisors of elections; requiring a supervisor of elections to remove certain persons from the statewide voter registration system; amending s. 97.0575, F.S.; requiring a third-party voter registration organization to provide a certain affirmation to the Division of Elections; amending s. 97.058, F.S.; requiring voter registration agencies to provide certain applicants the opportunity to register to vote or update their voter registration record at the time of certain applications; revising the list of questions certain voter registration agencies must include on a certain form; amending s. 97.0585, F.S.; providing that certain information is not exempt from public records requirements; amending s. 97.1031, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to verify an elector’s eligibility status using all available data sources in certain circumstances; amending s. 98.045, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to use all available data sources to make a certain determination; providing that the receipt of certain information from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is considered a request from a voter for his or her removal from the statewide voter registration system; requiring the Department of State to include certain information in the database of valid residential street addresses; requiring the department to adopt rules; conforming a cross reference; amending s. 98.065, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to conduct certain bulk list maintenance at least quarterly; requiring a supervisor of elections to at least quarterly analyze the voter registration database for a certain purpose and to take certain actions; amending s. 98.075, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to remove certain names from the statewide voter registration system after certain verification using Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles records; requiring a supervisor of elections to take certain actions upon receipt of, access to, or knowledge of certain information from a credible source; specifying, for the purpose of determining elector eligibility, credible sources of certain information; requiring a supervisor of elections to send an address confirmation and an address confirmation final notice in certain circumstances; amending s. 98.093, F.S.; requiring state and local government agencies to facilitate the provision of certain information and data access to the Department of State and supervisors of elections; amending s. 98.255, F.S.; requiring the Department of State to adopt rules relating to a revised list of standards for nonpartisan voter education; requiring a county supervisor to provide certain education; amending s. 101.043, F.S.; requiring that an elector be allowed to vote a provisional ballot under specified conditions; amending s. 101.6921, F.S.; revising the items that are enclosed with each ballot sent by the supervisor of elections to voters; revising the voter’s certificate to conform to changes made by the act; amending s. 101.6923, F.S.; revising the instructions sent to certain voters to conform to changes made by the act; amending s. 322.08, F.S.; requiring applicants to present a social security card; requiring that the department note the type of social security card presented in the applicant’s record; amending s. 322.14, F.S.; requiring that driver licenses include a certain denotation under specified conditions; amending s. 322.141, F.S.; requiring that Florida identification card include a certain denotation under specified conditions; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ileana Garcia (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1461 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Industries and Professional Activities
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively reforms the regulatory structure and licensing processes for numerous professional and business activities within the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. The bill will make significant changes to how various professional boards, licensing programs, and regulatory functions are managed. The bill eliminates several existing boards and transfers their responsibilities directly to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Specifically, it removes references to multiple boards (such as the Board of Pilot Commissioners, Board of Auctioneers, Board of Cosmetology, etc.) and replaces board-specific language with department-level oversight. The department will now have more direct control over licensing, examination, and disciplinary processes for various professions. Key changes include modifying licensing requirements for multiple professions, removing continuing education requirements for several licensing categories, streamlining application and renewal processes, and creating new provisions for international applicants in some professions (such as certified public accountants). The bill also directs the department to conduct studies on permit inspections, building codes, and creating alternative pathways to licensure. Additionally, the bill makes several technical changes across various statutes, including updating references, removing outdated language, and simplifying administrative procedures. For example, it modifies requirements for mobile businesses like barbershops and adjusts permit and inspection processes for construction and other regulated activities. The bill also includes provisions affecting businesses related to hemp products, tobacco sales, and other regulated industries, with changes to administrative penalties and enforcement mechanisms. Most provisions of the bill are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with some specific sections (such as changes to certified public accountant licensing) having different effective dates.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to industries and professional activities; amending s. 20.165, F.S.; renaming, removing, and redesignating specified boards, commissions, and councils established within the Department of Business and Professional Regulation; changing the office locations of certain divisions; requiring the department to provide to the Division of Professions a summary of changes to statutory law within a specified time period after adjournment of session; repealing ss. 310.011, 310.032, 310.042, 455.2124, 455.2228, 468.384, 468.399, 468.4315, 468.4337, 468.4338, 468.521, 468.522, 468.523, 468.605, 468.8316, 468.8416, 471.007, 471.008, 471.009, 471.019, 471.0195, 471.038, 472.007, 472.008, 472.009, 472.018, 472.019, 473.303, 473.312, 474.204, 474.206, 475.02, 475.03, 475.04, 475.045, 475.05, 475.10, 476.054, 476.064, 477.015, 481.205, 481.2055, 481.305, 482.243, 489.107, 489.507, 492.103, 493.6116, 499.01211, 559.9221, and 570.81, F.S., relating to Board of Pilot Commissioners; oath of members of the Board of Pilot Commissioners; organization and meetings of the board; proration of continuing education; barbers and cosmetologists and instruction on HIV and AIDS; Florida Board of Auctioneers; expenditure of excess funds; Regulatory Council of Community Association Managers; continuing education; reactivation and continuing education; the Board of Employee Leasing Companies, membership, appointments, and terms; rules of the board; applicability of s. 20.165 and chapter 455; Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board; continuing education; Board of Professional Engineers; rulemaking authority of the board; board headquarters; reactivation; Florida Building Code training for engineers; Florida Engineers Management Corporation; Board of Professional Surveyors and Mappers; rules of the board; board headquarters; continuing education; continuing education for reactivating a license; Board of Veterinary Medicine; renewal of license; Board of Accountancy; continuing education; Barbers' Board; organization, headquarters, personnel, and meetings of the board; Board of Cosmetology; Board of Architecture and Interior Design; authority of the board to make rules; Florida Real Estate Commission; delegation of powers and duties; legal services; duty of commission to educate members of profession; Florida Real Estate Commission Education and Research Foundation; power of commission to enact bylaws and rules and decide questions of practice; seal; Board of Landscape Architecture; Pest Control Enforcement Advisory Council; Construction Industry Licensing Board; Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board; Board of Professional Geologists; sponsorship of interns; Drug Wholesale Distributor Advisory Council; Motor Vehicle Repair Advisory Council; and Agricultural Economic Development Project Review Committee, respectively; requiring the department to conduct a specified study; amending ss. 212.08, 215.5586, 215.55871, 309.01, 310.0015, 310.002, 310.051, 310.061, 310.071, 310.073, 310.075, 310.081, 310.101, 310.102, 310.111, 310.1115, 310.121, 310.131, 310.142, 310.151, 310.183, 310.185, 319.28, 326.002, 326.006, 376.303, 381.0065, 403.868, 403.9329, 440.02, 448.26, 468.382, 468.385, 468.3852, 468.3855, 468.387, 468.388, 468.389, 468.392, 468.393, 468.395, 468.396, 468.397, 468.398, 468.431, 468.433, 468.4336, 468.435, 468.436, 468.520, 468.522, 468.524, 468.5245, 468.525, 468.526, 468.527, 468.5275, 468.529, 468.530, 468.531, 468.532, 468.603, 468.606, 468.607, 468.613, 468.619, 468.621, 468.627, 468.629, 468.631, 468.8312, 468.8315, 468.8415, 468.8417, 468.8419, 469.004, 469.012, 469.013, 471.003, 471.0035, 471.005, 471.011, 471.013, 471.017, 471.021, 471.023, 471.025, 471.031, 471.033, 471.045, 471.055, 472.003, 472.005, 473.302, 473.3035, 473.304, 473.305, 473.306, 473.309, 473.3101, 473.311, 473.3125, 473.313, 473.314, 473.315, 473.316, 473.319, 473.3205, 473.321, 473.322, 473.323, 474.202, 474.2021, 474.2065, 474.207, 474.211, 474.2125, 474.213, 474.214, 474.215, 474.216, 474.2165, 474.217, 474.221, 476.034, 476.074, 476.114, 476.134, 476.144, 476.154, 476.155, 476.192, 476.204, 476.214, 476.234, 477.013, 477.0135, 477.016, 477.018, 477.019, 477.0201, 477.0212, 477.022, 477.025, 477.026, 477.0263, 477.028, 477.029, 481.203, 481.207, 481.209, 481.211, 481.215, 481.217, 481.219, 481.221, 481.222, 481.223, 481.225, 481.2251, 481.303, 481.306, 481.307, 481.309, 481.310, 481.311, 481.313, 481.315, 481.317, 481.319, 481.321, 481.323, 481.325, 489.103, 489.105, 489.108, 489.109, 489.113, 489.1131, 489.1136, 489.114, 489.115, 489.116, 489.117, 489.118, 489.119, 489.1195, 489.121, 489.126, 489.127, 489.129, 489.131, 489.132, 489.133, 489.1401, 489.1402, 489.141, 489.142, 489.1425, 489.143, 489.1455, 489.146, 489.509, 489.510, 489.511, 489.513, 489.514, 489.515, 489.516, 489.5161, 489.517, 489.518, 489.5185, 489.519, 489.520, 489.521, 489.522, 489.523, 489.525, 489.533, 489.5335, 489.537, 489.552, 492.102, 492.104, 492.105, 492.1051, 492.106, 492.107, 492.108, 492.1101, 492.111, 492.113, 493.6101, 493.6105, 493.6106, 493.6111, 493.6113, 493.6118, 493.6120, 493.6123, 493.6201, 493.6202, 493.6203, 493.6301, 493.6302, 493.6303, 493.6304, 493.631, 493.6401, 493.6402, 493.6403, 493.6406, 514.0315, 514.075, 533.791, 553.998, 569.34, 627.192, 633.216, 713.01, and 1006.12, F.S.; providing licensing authority to the department rather than licensing boards; removing continuing education requirements; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 259.1053, F.S.; removing the Babcock Ranch Advisory Group; amending s. 399.035, F.S.; revising the requirements for accessibility of elevators for the physically handicapped; amending s. 373.219, F.S.; providing an exception to the permit requirement for certain landscape irrigation water users; amending s. 455.02, F.S.; specifying that certain license application requirements apply only to certain professions; amending s. 455.213, F.S.; providing regulation authority to the department to regulate a cosmetologist or cosmetology specialist review an applicant's criminal record; amending s. 468.386, F.S.; requiring the department to reduce fees by a specified percentage on a certain date; amending s. 468.609, F.S.; revising the standards for certification as a building code inspector or plans examiner; amending s. 471.015, F.S.; revising who the department must certify as qualified for a license by endorsement for the practice of engineering; amending s. 473.308, F.S.; revising the education and work experience requirements for a certified public accountant license; directing the department to prescribe specified coursework for licensure; revising requirements for licensure by endorsement; removing provisions relating to licensure of applicants with work experience in foreign countries; providing applicability; creating s. 473.3085, F.S.; requiring an international applicant who seeks licensure as a certified public accountant in this state to meet specified criteria prescribed by the department; requiring such applicants to apply to the department; requiring such applicants to create and maintain an online account with the department; providing that the applicant's e-mail address serves as the primary means of communication from the department; requiring an applicant to submit any change in certain information within a specified timeframe through the department's online system; requiring the department to certify an applicant who meets certain requirements; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 473.3141, F.S.; revising requirements for certified public accountants licensed in another state or a territory of the United States to practice in this state without obtaining a license; amending s. 476.184, F.S.; requiring the department to adopt rules; requiring a mobile barbershop to comply with all licensure and operating requirements that apply to a barbershop at a fixed location; providing an exception; requiring a mobile barbershop to have a permanent business address in a specified location; requiring that certain records be kept at the permanent business address; requiring a mobile barbershop licenseholder to file with the department a written monthly itinerary that provides certain information; requiring that a licenseholder comply with certain laws and ordinances; amending s. 476.188, F.S.; providing that a barbershop must be licensed with the department, rather than registered; authorizing the practice of barbering to be performed in a location other than a licensed barbershop under certain circumstances; amending s. 481.213, F.S.; revising who the department shall certify as qualified for a license by endorsement in the practice of architecture; amending s. 499.012, F.S.; revising permit application requirements for sale, transfer, assignment, or lease; removing permit application requirements for a prescription drug wholesale distributor to include a designated representative; amending s. 499.0121, F.S.; removing a designated representative as a responsible person who must be listed by a wholesale distributor; amending s. 499.041, F.S.; removing a requirement that the department assess each person applying for certification as a designated representative a fee, plus the cost of processing a criminal history record check; amending s. 509.261, F.S.; prohibiting a lodging establishment or a public food service establishment from selling hemp in violation of the state hemp program; amending s. 553.79, F.S.; prohibiting a local enforcement agency from denying the issuance of a certificate of occupancy to an owner of residential or commercial property based on noncompliance with Florida-friendly landscaping ordinances in certain circumstances; prohibiting a local enforcement agency from denying the issuance of a building permit for the alteration, modification, or repair of a single-family residential structure in certain circumstances; prohibiting a local enforcement agency from requiring a building permit for the construction of playground equipment or a fence on certain property; reordering and amending s. 569.002, F.S; making technical changes; amending s. 569.006, F.S.; revising the violations for which retail tobacco products dealers are penalized; amending 569.35, F.S.; revising retail nicotine product dealer administrative penalties; amending s. 581.217, F.S.; defining the term "division"; authorizing the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco to assist any agent of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services in enforcing the state hemp program; authorizing the division to enter any public or private premises during a specified timeframe in the performance of its duties; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee, Taylor Yarkosky (R)*, Tiffany Esposito (R)*, Michelle Salzman (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1475 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub Rec/Code Inspector Body Camera Recordings
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new privacy protections for body camera recordings made by code inspectors (government employees who verify compliance with local building, health, and safety regulations). The bill defines a body camera as a wearable device that records audio and video during official duties and establishes specific circumstances where these recordings are confidential and exempt from public records disclosure. Specifically, recordings made inside private residences, healthcare facilities, or places where a reasonable person would expect privacy are considered confidential. However, these recordings can still be disclosed in certain situations: for official government purposes, to the person recorded (or their personal representative), pursuant to a court order, or to another government agency. The bill requires local governments to retain body camera recordings for at least 90 days and includes provisions for how a court should evaluate requests for disclosure, considering factors like potential harm to personal reputation, the necessity of disclosure, and privacy interests. The exemption applies retroactively and is subject to legislative review, with the provision set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The bill's rationale is that while body cameras can help document code inspections, they may also capture highly sensitive personal information that should be protected from unnecessary public exposure.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0713, F.S.; defining terms; providing an exemption from public records requirements for body camera recordings recorded by a code inspector under certain circumstances; providing exceptions; requiring a local government to retain body camera recordings for a specified period; providing for retroactive application; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Partington (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0927 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec. & Meetings/Reports on Adversarial Threats
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing Florida law to create confidentiality protections for a specific report and related communications about potential adversarial threats, particularly in the context of a potential Pacific conflict. The bill requires the Chief of Domestic Security to produce a comprehensive report by July 1, 2026, detailing potential risks to state assets, critical infrastructure, and military installations from adversarial nations. The report must include specific risks, mitigation strategies, and a prioritized list of vulnerable assets. The bill makes this report confidential and exempt from public records laws, preventing disclosure of sensitive information that could potentially expose security vulnerabilities. Similarly, the bill protects notifications sent to owners and operators of critical infrastructure about potential threats, and makes any meetings of the Council on Pacific Conflict where these confidential materials are discussed also exempt from public meeting requirements. These exemptions are set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless specifically renewed by the Legislature. The bill emphasizes that these confidentiality measures are necessary to prevent potential malicious actors from gaining strategic information that could compromise state and national security.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; amending s. 943.0315, F.S.; providing an exemption from public record requirements for a certain report on adversarial threats produced by the Chief of Domestic Security; providing an exemption from public record requirements for notifications provided to owners and operators of critical infrastructure and other assets; providing an exemption from public meeting requirements for meetings of the Council on Pacific Conflict in which such reports or notifications are provided or discussed; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Redondo (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0831 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Elections and State-issued Identification
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances voter registration and election processes in Florida by implementing stricter verification of voter citizenship and identification requirements. The bill requires the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to prominently display instructions for canceling voter registration, verify citizenship status during voter registration, and mark driver's licenses and identification cards of non-citizens with "NC". Voter registration applicants must now provide more detailed identification, including proof of United States citizenship, and third-party voter registration organizations must affirm they will not solicit non-citizens to register. The bill mandates that supervisors of elections conduct quarterly list maintenance to identify potentially ineligible voters, including those who may have moved, died, or are not United States citizens. Additionally, the bill requires voter education programs to provide more comprehensive information about voter registration, updating registration information, and the importance of canceling registration when moving out of state. First-time voters will need to provide specific forms of identification, such as a passport, birth certificate, or social security card, to verify their eligibility. The new requirements aim to enhance the accuracy and integrity of voter registration rolls and voting processes, with most provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to elections and state-issued identification; amending s. 97.026, F.S.; requiring that certain instructions be prominently displayed on certain Internet websites; amending s. 97.052, F.S.; revising the information that the uniform statewide voter registration application must be designed to elicit from an applicant and must contain; amending s. 97.053, F.S.; requiring the Department of State and supervisors of elections to verify certain information relating to citizenship status; providing that eligibility to vote must be verified in a certain manner; requiring a supervisor of elections to refer certain matters to the Office of Election Crimes and Security; amending s. 97.0535, F.S.; requiring certain voter registration applicants who have not previously voted in the state to provide certain identification before voting; revising the forms of identification that may be accepted for a certain purpose; revising the persons who are exempt from certain identification requirements; providing that certain persons currently residing outside the United States must meet certain requirements; providing that certain identification may be submitted in a certain manner; amending s. 97.057, F.S.; requiring the Department of Highway hb831-00 Safety and Motor Vehicles to provide an opportunity to register to vote or update voter registration records to certain individuals; requiring the department to provide certain notification to certain individuals; requiring a voter registration applicant to provide a wet signature; requiring the department to offer certain opportunities to certain individuals; requiring the department to send voter registration applications or certain instructions to certain individuals; requiring specified voters to be informed of certain information; requiring the department to notify the Department of State of certain information; requiring the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to provide certain weekly and by-query reports to the Department of State and supervisors of elections; requiring a supervisor of elections to remove certain persons from the statewide voter registration system; amending s. 97.0575, F.S.; requiring a third-party voter registration organization to provide a certain affirmation to the Division of Elections; amending s. 97.058, F.S.; revising eligibility for certain voter registration; requiring certain voter registration forms to ask about citizenship; amending s. 97.0585, F.S.; providing that certain information is not exempt from hb831-00 public records requirements; amending s. 97.1031, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to verify an elector's eligibility status using all available data sources in certain circumstances; amending s. 98.045, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to use all available data sources to make a certain determination; providing that the receipt of certain information from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles shall be considered a request from a voter for his or her removal from the statewide voter registration system; requiring the Department of State to include certain information in the database of valid residential street addresses; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 98.065, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to conduct certain bulk list maintenance at least quarterly; requiring a supervisor of elections to at least quarterly analyze the voter registration database for a certain purpose and to take certain actions; amending s. 98.075, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to remove certain names from the statewide voter registration system after certain verification using Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles records; requiring a supervisor of elections to take certain actions upon receipt of, access to, or knowledge of certain hb831-00 information from a credible source; specifying certain credible sources of certain information; requiring a supervisor of elections to send an address confirmation and an address confirmation final notice in certain circumstances; amending s. 98.093, F.S.; requiring state and local government agencies to facilitate the provision of certain information and data access to the Department of State and supervisors of elections; amending s. 98.255, F.S.; requiring the Department of State to adopt rules relating to nonpartisan voter education; requiring a county supervisor to provide certain education; amending s. 101.043, F.S.; requiring certain electors be given a provisional ballot; amending s. 101.6921, F.S.; revising the voter's certificate; amending s. 101.6923, F.S.; revising the instructions that a supervisor of elections must enclose with certain vote-by-mail ballots; amending s. 322.141, F.S.; requiring certain licenses and identification cards to denote certain individuals as noncitizens; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Berny Jacques (R)*, Chase Tramont (R)*, Shane Abbott (R), Webster Barnaby (R), Kim Kendall (R), Taylor Yarkosky (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0911 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec. and Meetings/Occupational Therapy Compact Commission
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates public records and meetings exemptions for the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, a regulatory body established through an interstate compact. Specifically, the bill exempts certain personal identifying information of occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants from public records requirements, protecting details beyond their name, licensure status, and license number that are held in a coordinated database. The bill also creates an exemption for certain meetings or portions of meetings of the commission where matters specifically exempt from disclosure by federal or state law are discussed, and protects the recordings, minutes, and records generated during these exempt meetings. The Legislature justifies these exemptions as necessary for Florida to participate in the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, arguing that without these protections, the state would be unable to effectively implement and administer the compact. The exemptions are subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act and will automatically repeal on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts them. The bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation (HB 909) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 468.227, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain information held by the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission; authorizing disclosure of the information under certain circumstances; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain meetings, or portions of meetings, of the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during the exempt meetings or exempt portions of meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/23/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee, Adam Anderson (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 03/17/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0517 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./ Municipal Clerks And Staff
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for personal information of municipal clerks and their staff. Specifically, the bill protects the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of municipal clerks and their staff, including elections filing officers, records management liaison officers, and deputy or assistant municipal clerks. The exemption also covers the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and places of employment of these employees' spouses and children, as well as the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill provides a rationale that municipal clerks often handle sensitive information and perform critical administrative functions that may expose them to potential threats, and therefore protecting their personal information is essential to ensure their safety. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically be repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The bill emphasizes that the potential harm from releasing such personal information outweighs any public benefit of disclosure, and it will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing a public records exemption for the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of municipal clerks and their staff, the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and places of employment of the spouses and children of municipal clerks and their staff, and the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by the children of municipal clerks and their staff; providing for the future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing for retroactive application of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Joe Casello (D)*, Mike Gottlieb (D), Christine Hunschofsky (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1419 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Applicants for President of a State University or Florida College System Institution
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's statute regarding presidential searches for state universities and Florida College System institutions by adding a definition for the term "final group of applicants" and making technical changes to existing law. Specifically, the bill defines a "final group of applicants" as comprising no fewer than two candidates who will receive final consideration for a presidential position. The bill also adjusts the existing public meetings exemption related to identifying and vetting presidential candidates, which allows portions of meetings discussing applicant information to remain confidential and exempt from standard open meetings requirements. This change maintains the privacy of applicants during the presidential search process by preventing the public disclosure of personal identifying information before a final selection is made. The modifications to the statute are technical in nature, primarily clarifying terminology and reorganizing existing subsections, and will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to applicants for president of a state university or Florida College System institution; amending s. 1004.098, F.S.; defining the term "final group of applicants"; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bruce Antone (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1547 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Parkinson's Disease Research Program Registry
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a public records exemption for the Parkinson's Disease Research Program Registry, protecting the personal and health-related information of individuals participating in the program. Specifically, the bill makes all information in the registry that could identify individuals confidential and exempt from public disclosure requirements under Florida's public records laws. The exemption allows the information to be shared with other government entities for official purposes, but prevents unauthorized access that could potentially invade personal privacy or be used for harassment. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that publicly available personal health information could compromise individuals' privacy, hinder the registry's administration, and expose participants to potential solicitation or harassment. The exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reviews and reenacts it through the Open Government Sunset Review Act. The bill's effective date is contingent upon the passage of related legislation (HB 1545) during the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 381.992, F.S.; providing a public records exemption for information held in the Parkinson's Disease Research Program Registry which provides background information on individuals served by the Parkinson's Disease Research Program; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Demi Busatta Cabrera (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0623 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./County and City Administrators and Managers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for the personal identifying and location information of current county administrators, deputy county administrators, assistant county administrators, city managers, deputy city managers, and assistant city managers. Specifically, the bill protects the home addresses, telephone numbers, and dates of birth of these local government officials, as well as the names, addresses, contact information, photographs, and places of employment of their spouses and children. The bill also shields the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. This exemption is designed to protect these officials and their families from potential targeting or harassment due to the nature of their work, which may involve making decisions that upset members of the public. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless renewed by the Legislature. The bill includes a provision that allows the officials to request the release of their own information if desired, and it will take effect on July 1, 2025. The justification for the exemption emphasizes the potential for personal safety risks and the possibility of revenge-motivated actions against these public servants and their families.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current county administrators, deputy county administrators, assistant county administrators, city managers, deputy city managers, and assistant city managers, including the names and personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of current county administrators, deputy county administrators, assistant county administrators, city managers, deputy city managers, and assistant city managers; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Anne Gerwig (R)*, Hillary Cassel (R)*, Dan Daley (D), Danny Nix (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1389 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Public Employees Relations Commission
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new confidentiality protections for the Public Employees Relations Commission (PERC) by making two key changes to Florida's public records laws. First, the bill exempts draft orders and related written communications developed in preparation for any order by the PERC or its designees from public records requirements, ensuring that the commission can work on drafting orders without public scrutiny during the preliminary stages. Second, the bill protects the personal identifying and location information of the PERC's chair, commissioners, and hearing officers, along with their spouses and children, from public disclosure. The legislation includes provisions for future legislative review of these exemptions, with both sets of protections set to be automatically repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reenacts them. The bill's rationale emphasizes protecting commission personnel from potential harassment or intimidation, recognizing the sensitive nature of their quasi-judicial work and the potential risks to their personal safety if their information were to become publicly accessible. Both exemptions are designed to support the commission's ability to function effectively and protect its personnel from potential threats or undue external pressures.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 447.205, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements written communications developed in preparation for, or preliminary to, the issuance of any order by the Public Employees Relations Commission or its designees; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements the personal identifying and location information of the chair, commissioners, and hearing officers of the Public Employees Relations Commission and the personal identifying and location information of spouses and children of such personnel; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jenna Persons-Mulicka (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0397 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Crime Stoppers Organizations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for personal identifying information of current and former employees, board members, and volunteers of Crime Stoppers organizations. Specifically, the bill protects home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these individuals, as well as the names and employment information of their spouses and children. The exemption also covers the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The rationale for this exemption is to protect these individuals from potential retaliation, as Crime Stoppers employees are involved in collecting sensitive tip information and forwarding it to law enforcement agencies. The bill includes a provision for future legislative review, with the exemption set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The law applies retroactively and will take effect on July 1, 2025. The Legislature argues that the potential harm to the safety of Crime Stoppers personnel and their families outweighs any public benefit from disclosing their personal information, making this exemption necessary for their protection.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for specified personal identifying and location information of current and former employees, board members, and volunteers of crime stoppers organizations; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Criminal Justice Subcommittee, Kevin Chambliss (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/01/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1314 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Criminal Acts that Evidence Prejudice
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Hate Crimes Reporting Act in Florida, shifting the responsibility for collecting and disseminating data on criminal acts evidencing prejudice from the Governor to the Attorney General through the Department of Law Enforcement. The bill expands the existing public records exemption to cover data collection related to criminal acts that show prejudice, as defined in specific Florida statutes. Law enforcement agencies will continue to be required to report monthly on such offenses. The collected information remains confidential and can only be used for research or statistical purposes, with strict protections to prevent identifying individual victims. The bill mandates that the Attorney General publish an annual report on this data, replacing the previous requirement of an annual summary. An important provision adds a sunset review date of October 2, 2030, meaning the exemption will automatically expire unless the Legislature specifically reviews and renews it. The bill's justification emphasizes the importance of accurately tracking and understanding prejudice-based crimes to help law enforcement allocate resources more effectively and provide transparency to the public and researchers. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1312) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 877.19, F.S.; requiring the Attorney General, rather than the Governor, through the Department of Law Enforcement, to collect and disseminate specified information; expanding a public records exemption to include the collection and dissemination of data on incidents of criminal acts that evidence prejudice pursuant to ss. 775.085 and 775.0863, F.S.; providing for future review and repeal of the expanded exemption; requiring the Attorney General to publish an annual report, rather than an annual summary; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Barbara Sharief (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0327 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Interstate Compact for School Psychologists
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates an Interstate Compact for School Psychologists, which is designed to facilitate the interstate practice of school psychology by establishing a streamlined pathway for licensed school psychologists to obtain equivalent licenses in different member states. The bill defines a comprehensive framework for how school psychologists can practice across state lines, including specific requirements for licensure, such as holding an active home state license, passing a national exam, completing a qualifying education program, and undergoing a criminal background check. The compact establishes an Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission to oversee implementation, with powers to create rules, facilitate information exchange, and manage disputes between member states. Key objectives include addressing workforce shortages, increasing accessibility to school psychological services, promoting professional mobility, and ensuring that only qualified professionals provide these services. The bill also provides special provisions for active military members and their spouses, allowing them more flexibility in maintaining their professional licenses when relocating. Additionally, the compact includes robust mechanisms for information sharing, discipline tracking, and maintaining professional standards across participating states, while preserving each state's authority to protect public health and safety. The compact will become effective once enacted into law by seven member states, and states can join or withdraw according to specific procedures outlined in the bill.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists; creating s. 490.016, F.S.; creating the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists; providing purpose and objectives; providing definitions; requiring member states to meet certain requirements to join and participate in the compact; providing for recognition of school psychologist licenses in member states; providing criteria that a school psychologist must satisfy to practice under the compact; providing requirements for renewal of an equivalent license in a member state; authorizing an active military member and his or her spouse to be deemed as having a home state license under certain circumstances; requiring member states to report adverse actions taken against the license of a school psychologists by other member states; establishing the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission; providing for the jurisdiction and venue for court proceedings; providing membership, duties, and powers; requiring member states to participate in the exchange of specified information; authorizing the commission to adopt rules and bylaws; providing rulemaking procedures; providing for state enforcement of the hb327-00 compact; providing for the termination of compact membership; providing procedures for the resolution of certain disputes; providing compact amendment procedures; providing construction and severability; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Wallace Aristide (D)*, Christine Hunschofsky (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1383 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub.Rec./Voter Registration Record Maintenance
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a public records exemption for voter registration information received by the Florida Department of State from federal agencies, other states, or the District of Columbia through memoranda of understanding (MOUs). Specifically, the bill amends existing law to exempt confidential or legally protected information shared through these MOUs from public disclosure requirements. The exemption is intended to help maintain accurate voter registration rolls by allowing the department to receive sensitive information that might otherwise be withheld due to confidentiality concerns. The bill includes a built-in sunset provision, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to extend it. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that protecting such information is critical to ensuring fair elections and maintaining an accurate statewide voter registration system. If the information were not kept confidential, the department might be unable to receive important verification data from other jurisdictions, which could potentially compromise the integrity of voter registration records. The bill's effectiveness is contingent on the passage of another related bill (HB 1381) during the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 98.075, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for records containing certain information received from federal agencies, another state, or the District of Columbia after entering into a memorandum of understanding relating to voter registration records; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Government Operations Subcommittee, Jenna Persons-Mulicka (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 04/03/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1367 • Last Action 05/03/2025
School Attendance
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes significant changes to Florida's school attendance laws, focusing on improving student attendance tracking, intervention strategies, and policy implementation. The bill requires the State Board of Education to adopt a statewide attendance policy that provides guidance on determining types of absences, early identification of chronically absent students, and reporting requirements. The legislation prohibits out-of-school suspensions as a punishment for a student's attendance record and introduces new definitions for terms like "absence," "chronic absenteeism," and "excused absence." The bill establishes a more structured approach to addressing student absences, requiring schools to contact parents, implement intervention strategies, and provide support for students exhibiting patterns of nonattendance. Additionally, the bill updates various cross-references and definitions across multiple sections of Florida's education statutes to ensure consistency with the new attendance policies. The changes aim to improve student engagement, reduce truancy, and provide more comprehensive support for students struggling with regular school attendance.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to school attendance; amending s. 1003.01, F.S.; providing and revising definitions; amending s. 1003.02, F.S.; prohibiting an out-of- school suspension as a punishment for a student's attendance record; amending s. 1003.04, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 1003.21, F.S.; requiring the State Board of Education to adopt rules relating to a certificate of exemption from school attendance requirements; amending s. 1003.24, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 1003.26, F.S.; requiring the state board to adopt a statewide attendance policy; providing requirements for such policy; revising the school district and public school duties and responsibilities relating to the promotion and enforcement and of regular school attendance, including required actions for students who are absent for a specified amount of days or classes; amending ss. 1003.436, 1003.52, and 1006.08, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 11.45, 39.0016, 327.371, 414.1251, 446.54, 553.865, 984.151, 1001.11, 1002.01, 1002.20, 1002.3105, 1002.33, 1002.394, 1002.395, 1002.42, 1002.43, 1002.44, 1003.03, 1003.4282, 1003.573, 1003.575, 1006.0626, 1006.07, 1008.24, and 1012.2315, F.S.; conforming cross-references to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Erika Booth (R)*, Dana Trabulsy (R)*, Webster Barnaby (R), Kim Daniels (D), Anna Eskamani (D), Johanna López (D), Danny Nix (R), Susan Plasencia (R), Alex Rizo (R), Mitch Rosenwald (D), Michelle Salzman (R), Susan L. Valdés (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1570 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Suits Against the Government
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill increases the statutory limits on tort claims against the state and its agencies and subdivisions, specifically modifying the liability caps for claims. Under the new provisions, if a claim accrues before October 1, 2025, the limit is $200,000 per individual and $300,000 total per incident. For claims between October 1, 2025, and October 1, 2030, the limits increase to $1 million per individual and $3 million total per incident. After October 1, 2030, the limits will be $1.1 million per individual and $3.2 million total per incident. The bill also allows state subdivisions to settle claims exceeding these limits without further legislative action and prohibits insurance policies from conditioning payment on the enactment of a claim bill. Additionally, the legislation revises the period for presenting claims, modifies the statute of limitations for tort claims, and makes numerous technical amendments to align other sections of Florida law with these changes. The bill ensures that the liability limitations in effect on the date a claim accrues will apply to that specific claim, providing clarity and predictability for potential tort actions against government entities.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to suits against the government; amending s. 768.28, F.S.; increasing the statutory limits on liability for tort claims against the state and its agencies and subdivisions; authorizing a subdivision of the state to settle a claim in excess of the statutory limit without further action by the Legislature regardless of insurance coverage limits; prohibiting an insurance policy from conditioning payment of benefits on the enactment of a claim bill; specifying that the limitations in effect on the date the claim accrues apply to that claim; revising the period within which certain claims must be presented to certain entities; revising exceptions relating to instituting actions on tort claims against the state or one of its agencies or subdivisions; revising the period after which the failure of certain entities to make final disposition of a claim shall be deemed a final denial of the claim for certain purposes; revising the statute of limitations for tort claims against the state or one of its agencies or subdivisions and exceptions thereto; providing applicability; amending s. 944.713, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; reenacting ss. 45.061(5), 110.504(4), 111.071(1)(a), 125.01015(2)(b), 163.01(3)(h) and (15)(k), 190.043, 213.015(13), 252.51, 252.89, 252.944, 260.0125(2), 284.31, 284.38, 322.13(1)(b), 337.19(1), 341.302(17), 351.03(4)(c), 373.1395(6), 375.251(3)(a), 381.0056(9), 393.075(3), 394.9085(7), 395.1055(10)(g), 403.706(17)(c), 409.175(15)(b), 409.993(1), (2)(a), and (3)(a), 420.504(8), 455.221(3), 455.32(5), 456.009(3), 456.076(15)(a), 471.038(3), 472.006(11)(b), 497.167(7), 513.118(2), 548.046(1), 556.106(8), 589.19(4)(e), 627.7491(3) and (4), 723.0611(2)(c), 760.11(5), 766.1115(4), 766.112(2), 768.1355(3), 768.1382(7), 768.295(4), 946.5026, 946.514(3), 961.06(5), (6)(a), and (7), 1002.33(12)(h), 1002.333(6)(b), 1002.34(17), 1002.351(3)(c), 1002.37(2), 1002.55(3)(l), 1002.83(10), 1002.88(1)(p), 1006.24(1), and 1006.261(2)(b), F.S., relating to offers of settlement, volunteer benefits, payment of judgments or settlements against certain public officers or employees, office of the sheriff, the Florida Interlocal Cooperation Act of 1969, suits against community development districts, taxpayer rights, liability, tort liability, tort liability, limitation on liability of private landowners whose property is designated as part of the statewide system of greenways and trail, scope and types of coverages, waiver of sovereign immunity, driver license examiners, suits by and against the Department of Transportation, rail program, railroad-highway grade crossing warning signs and signals, limitation on liability of water management district with respect to areas made available to the public for recreational purposes without charge, limitation on liability of persons making available to public certain areas for recreational purposes without charge, school health services program, general liability coverage, behavioral provider liability, rules and enforcement, local government solid waste responsibilities, licensure of family foster homes, lead agencies and subcontractor liability, the Florida Housing Finance Corporation, legal and investigative services, the Management Privatization Act, legal and investigative services, impaired practitioner programs, the Florida Engineers Management Corporation, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, administrative matters, conduct on premises and refusal of service, physician’s attendance at match, liability of the state and its agencies or subdivisions, creation of certain state forests, naming of certain state forests, Operation Outdoor Freedom Program, official law enforcement vehicles and motor vehicle insurance requirements, the Florida Mobile Home Relocation Corporation, administrative and civil remedies and construction, health care providers and creation of agency relationship with governmental contractors, comparative fault, the Florida Volunteer Protection Act, street and security lighting and other similar illumination, Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP), sovereign immunity in tort actions, inmates not state employees, compensation for wrongful incarceration, charter schools, persistently low-performing schools, charter technical career centers, the Florida School for Competitive Academics, the Florida Virtual School, school-year prekindergarten program delivered by private prekindergarten providers, Early learning coalitions, school readiness program provider standards, tort liability and liability insurance, and use of school buses for public purposes, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 768.28, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Nick DiCeglie (R)*, Darryl Rouson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0114 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Insurance Research
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill renames the Florida Catastrophic Storm Risk Management Center to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management, significantly expanding its research scope and responsibilities. The center, located at Florida State University, will now conduct broader insurance-related research covering areas such as storm forecasting, consumer protections, claims handling, reinsurance markets, building resilience, and various types of insurance. The center is now required to collaborate with the Office of Insurance Regulation to produce an annual report analyzing Florida's property insurance market, with projections spanning 1, 5, 10, and 20 years, and recommendations for improving insurance availability and affordability. Additionally, the bill transfers management of the public hurricane loss projection model from Florida International University to Florida State University, and requires the center to develop a program with the Office of Insurance Regulation and FSU's Actuarial Science Program to encourage students to work in public sector risk management. The center is also authorized to conduct research in response to legislative inquiries and requests from the Office of Insurance Regulation, with a focus on providing timely, accurate information to help policymakers understand and address insurance market challenges in Florida.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to insurance research; amending s. 1004.647, F.S.; renaming the Florida Catastrophic Storm Risk Management Center to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management; revising the purpose of the center; revising the duties of the center; providing areas of interest for research; requiring the center to collaborate with the Office of Insurance Regulation to produce an annual report analyzing the property insurance market in this state; requiring that the report be published by a specified date and updated at least biennially; requiring the center to develop a program with the office and the Actuarial Science Program at Florida State University for a specified purpose; requiring the center to use the public hurricane loss projection model when necessary; requiring the center to conduct research in response to inquiries from the Legislature; authorizing the center to conduct research in response to requests from the office; amending s. 627.06281, F.S.; requiring the office to contract with the center to manage the public hurricane loss projection model; requiring the center to update the model; providing that certain fees charged for access and use of the model do not apply to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management; providing for a type two transfer of the public hurricane loss projection model from Florida International University to Florida State University; amending s. 627.06292, F.S.; making conforming changes; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Trumbull (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0971 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Commission on Human Relations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption from public disclosure for personal identifying and location information for current and former personnel and commissioners of the Florida Commission on Human Relations. Specifically, the bill protects home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these employees, as well as the names, addresses, and employment information of their spouses and children. The exemption also covers the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill includes a statement of public necessity, explaining that these personnel and their families may be at risk of physical or emotional harm from individuals who are dissatisfied with the Commission's actions or seek to intimidate or retaliate against its staff. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless reenacted by the Legislature. The bill requires that requests to maintain the exemption must be submitted in writing and notarized, and provides a process for individuals to request the release of their own exempt information. The new law will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of certain current and former personnel and commissioners of the Florida Commission on Human Relations and the names and personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such personnel and commissioners; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kim Daniels (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1357 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec. and Meetings/Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two sections of Florida law related to court proceedings and records for mental health and substance abuse cases, significantly enhancing privacy protections. The bill specifies that hearings related to mental health and substance abuse are confidential and closed to the public, with exceptions for judicial consent or respondent agreement. It expands existing confidentiality provisions to protect an individual's name, petitions, court orders, and related records from public disclosure. The legislation allows certain authorized parties, such as petitioners, attorneys, guardians, healthcare practitioners, and service providers, to access these confidential documents, but mandates they maintain the confidentiality. The bill permits courts to use a respondent's name for administrative purposes like scheduling and case adjudication while preventing the publication of personal identifying information. These changes are driven by the legislative finding that mental health and substance abuse disorders are sensitive medical conditions that should be protected from public disclosure, with the goal of preventing potential reputation damage and ensuring individuals feel comfortable seeking treatment. The confidentiality provisions will apply to existing and future court documents and are subject to legislative review, with a scheduled repeal date of October 2, 2030, unless specifically renewed by the Legislature.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and public meetings; amending ss. 394.464 and 397.6760, F.S.; specifying that hearings relating to mental health and substance abuse, respectively, are confidential and closed to the public; providing exceptions; exempting certain information from public records requirements; expanding a public records exemption to include certain petitions and applications; authorizing disclosure of certain confidential and exempt documents to certain service providers; authorizing courts to use a respondent's name for certain purposes; revising applicability; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; making technical changes; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Patt Maney (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1336 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Licensed Veterinary Technicians
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida law to expand confidentiality protections for licensed veterinary technicians during professional investigations. Specifically, the bill extends existing privacy provisions for veterinarians to veterinary technicians, making medical reports and related documents confidential and exempt from public disclosure until the Department of Business and Professional Regulation finds probable cause and issues an administrative complaint. The legislation recognizes the sensitive nature of personal medical information and seeks to protect the privacy rights of licensed veterinary technicians, drawing parallels to existing health privacy protections like HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). The bill ensures that personal medical information obtained during complaint investigations cannot be publicly released prematurely, which could potentially cause unwarranted damage to the professional's privacy. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 898) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 474.2185, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for records relating to licensed veterinary technicians until specified criteria are met; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1031 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Criminal Acts that Evidence Prejudice
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's Hate Crimes Reporting Act by shifting the responsibility for collecting and disseminating data on criminal acts evidencing prejudice from the Governor to the Attorney General. The bill expands the public records exemption for this data collection, making the information confidential and exempt from public records requirements. Specifically, the bill requires law enforcement agencies to report monthly on criminal acts that show prejudice, and the Department of Law Enforcement will compile and disseminate this information upon request. The data can only be used for research or statistical purposes and cannot include information that might reveal a victim's identity. The bill also mandates that the Attorney General publish an annual report on these incidents, instead of an annual summary. An important provision is the inclusion of a sunset review, which means the public records exemption will automatically be repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The bill's purpose is to improve tracking and understanding of hate crimes, allowing law enforcement and researchers to have a more comprehensive view of prejudice-based criminal acts in Florida while protecting the privacy of victims.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 877.19, F.S.; requiring the Attorney General, rather than the Governor, through the Department of Law Enforcement, to collect and disseminate specified information; expanding a public records exemption to include the collection and dissemination of data on incidents of criminal acts that evidence prejudice pursuant to ss. 775.085 and 775.0863, F.S.; providing for future review and repeal of the expanded exemption; requiring the Attorney General to publish an annual report, rather than an annual summary; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Gottlieb (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1337 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Emergencies
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's emergency management framework with several key provisions. It expands the definition of political subdivisions to include more types of local government entities and broadens the Division of Emergency Management's authority during emergencies. The bill updates requirements for special needs shelters to include individuals with functional limitations, requiring these shelters to accommodate people with various physical, mental, cognitive, and sensory disabilities. It mandates that counties provide emergency office space and contact information to their legislative delegations during disasters and requires political subdivisions to publish emergency-related legal information on public websites. The legislation also increases the preparedness requirements for various health care providers like home health agencies, nurse registries, and hospices, requiring them to develop comprehensive emergency management plans that ensure continuity of care during emergencies. Additionally, the bill requires self-service gasoline stations to be equipped with alternate power sources and allows the Division of Emergency Management to create new debris management sites during natural disasters. The changes aim to improve Florida's emergency response capabilities, enhance communication during crises, and ensure better support for vulnerable populations. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to emergencies; amending s. 215.559, F.S.; revising the units of government given certain funding priority; amending s. 250.375, F.S.; authorizing certain servicemembers to provide medical care in specified circumstances; amending s. 252.32, F.S.; authorizing the Division of Emergency Management to create certain local organizations in constitutional offices; providing that constitutional offices have specified emergency powers; s. 252.34, F.S.; revising the definition of "political subdivision"; amending s. 252.35, F.S.; providing that the division has command and control of specified efforts; providing requirements for such efforts; revising duties of the division; authorizing the division to create new debris management sites in certain circumstances; creating s. 252.352, F.S.; requiring certain political subdivisions to publish specified information on publicly available websites; requiring such websites be available for a specified period of time; requiring certain county governments to provide to the county's legislative delegation specified office space, information, and contact; amending s. 252.355, F.S.; revising the name of the registry of persons with special needs and special needs shelters; requiring special needs shelters to include individuals with functional needs; authorizing the Department of Veterans' Affairs to provide certain information to specified clients; amending s. 252.357, F.S.; requiring a specified plan to authorize a certain agency to contact senior living facilities in a disaster area; amending s. 252.359, F.S.; revising the manner in which the Division of Emergency Management facilitates transportation of essentials before and after an emergency; requiring local law enforcement to cooperate with the division to ensure the availability of essentials; specifying the entities that determine state roadways; amending s. 252.365, F.S.; revising the responsibilities of the emergency coordination officer; requiring the head of each agency to make specified notifications annually; amending s. 252.373, F.S.; authorizing the division to use certain funds for administration; amending s. 252.385, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for the division; revising requirements for a specified list; amending s. 282.201, F.S.; revising the division's temporary exemption from required use of the state data center; amending s. 403.7071, F.S.; revising the time period during which specified providers are not required to collect certain trash; requiring specified entities to take certain actions regarding the creation, authorization, preauthorization, and management of debris management sites; providing that such sites do not need to be inspected if certain conditions are met; amending s. 526.141, F.S.; requiring certain gasoline stations be equipped with an alternate power source; amending ss. 252.356, 381.0011, 381.0303, 400.492, 400.506, 400.610, 400.934, and 401.273, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Giallombardo (R)*, Monique Miller (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0931 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Online Access to Materials Harmful to Minors
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates comprehensive regulations for online applications and devices to protect minors from accessing harmful materials online. Beginning January 1, 2026, developers of applications likely to be accessed by children must provide features for parents to manage their children's accounts, such as content filtering and time limits. Covered manufacturers (device and operating system makers) must take steps to determine or estimate a user's age upon device activation and provide digital signals about a user's age group to application stores. Application stores will be required to obtain parental consent for children under 16 downloading applications and provide mechanisms for parental supervision. The bill mandates that websites and applications containing material harmful to minors block access for users under 18 and provide appropriate disclaimers. The Florida Attorney General will have exclusive enforcement authority, with potential civil penalties up to $50,000 for violations. The law aims to create a standardized approach to age verification and content protection across digital platforms, with provisions designed to prevent anticompetitive practices and ensure nondiscriminatory implementation. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving technology companies time to prepare for compliance.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to online access to materials harmful to minors; creating s. 282.803, F.S.; providing definitions; requiring a developer to, beginning on a specified date, make specific determination about covered applications, provide notice to application stores about such applications, and provide certain features for parents to protect a user that is a child; requiring a covered manufacturer to, beginning on a specified date, take certain steps to determine specified information about the user, provide certain notices, and provide developers of covered applications with a specified means to verify the age of a user; providing requirements for devices sold before a specified date; providing construction; requiring an application store to establish nondiscriminatory practices; providing for enforcement actions by the Attorney General; providing an affirmative defense; providing a limitation on liability for a covered manufacturer under certain circumstances; amending s. 501.1737, F.S.; revising and providing definitions; revising the age verification method used by certain commercial entities to verify the age of a person accessing certain material; providing an exception; requiring a covered manufacturer to ensure certain statutory hb931-00 requirements are met; authorizing the Department of Legal Affairs to bring an action against covered manufacturers; authorizing the imposition of civil penalties against covered manufacturers; removing certain liability and damage provisions for certain commercial entities; removing provisions relating to public records exemptions and the Open Government Sunset Review Act; removing the definition of the term "proprietary information"; creating s. 501.1741, F.S.; requiring covered manufactures to take certain steps upon activation of a device; requiring certain websites, applications, or online services to take certain actions based on the amount of material harmful to minors found on such website, application, or online service; requiring covered manufacturers to comply with statutory requirements in a nondiscriminatory manner; prohibiting covered manufacturers from taking certain actions; authorizing the Department of Legal Affairs to adopt rules and regulations; providing preemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tyler Sirois (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1329 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Hope Florida Participants
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new law protecting the personal identifying information of participants in the Hope Florida program, which appears to be a state social services initiative. The bill makes personal identifying information submitted to the Hope Florida Office or Hope Navigators confidential and exempt from public records requirements. The information can only be accessed in limited circumstances, such as by state agency employees for reporting purposes, at the direction of the Governor or partner network, or by Hope Florida Office employees for approving assistance requests. Anyone who receives this information must maintain its confidential status, and willfully violating this provision is considered a third-degree felony. The exemption is not permanent and will automatically be repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reviews and continues it. The bill includes a legislative finding that explains the rationale for the exemption, noting that protecting participants' personal information is crucial to prevent potential abuse or exploitation and to encourage vulnerable individuals and families to seek support through the program without fear of public exposure.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; creating s. 23.46, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements certain personal identifying information provided to the Hope Florida Office or Hope Navigators by participants; providing exceptions; requiring persons who receive access to such information to maintain the confidential and exempt status of such information; providing criminal penalties; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Human Services Subcommittee, Anne Gerwig (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/02/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1256 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Motor Vehicle Insurance
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively reforms Florida's motor vehicle insurance laws by repealing the state's existing No-Fault Insurance Law and replacing it with a new financial responsibility framework. Here is a summary of the key provisions: This bill eliminates Florida's current Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance requirements, effective July 1, 2026, and replaces them with a new mandatory bodily injury and property damage liability insurance system. Beginning July 1, 2026, all motor vehicle owners will be required to maintain liability insurance with minimum coverage limits of $25,000 for bodily injury to one person, $50,000 for bodily injury to multiple persons, and $10,000 for property damage. Drivers can meet these requirements through traditional insurance policies, self-insurance, or other approved methods. The bill also updates various related statutes to remove references to the old no-fault system and integrate the new liability coverage requirements. Insurers must provide notice to policyholders about these changes by April 1, 2026, explaining the elimination of PIP coverage and the new mandatory liability coverage. The bill allows existing policies to continue until they are renewed, canceled, or nonrenewed after July 1, 2026, and provides mechanisms for policyholders to adjust their coverage. Additionally, the legislation includes provisions to combat insurance fraud, update insurance reporting requirements, and make technical changes across multiple sections of Florida's insurance and motor vehicle statutes.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to motor vehicle insurance; repealing ss. 627.730, 627.731, 627.7311, 627.732, 627.733, 627.734, 627.736, 627.737, 627.739, 627.7401, 627.7403, and 627.7405, F.S., which comprise the Florida Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law; repealing s. 627.7407, F.S., relating to application of the Florida Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law; amending s. 316.2122, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 316.646, F.S.; revising a requirement for proof of security on a motor vehicle and the applicability of the requirement; amending s. 318.18, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 320.02, F.S.; revising the motor vehicle insurance coverages that an applicant must show to register certain vehicles with the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; revising construction; amending s. 320.0609, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 320.27, F.S.; defining the term “garage liability insurance”; revising garage liability insurance requirements for motor vehicle dealer license applicants; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; making technical changes; amending s. 320.771, F.S.; revising garage liability insurance requirements for recreational vehicle dealer license applicants; amending ss. 322.251 and 322.34, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.011, F.S.; revising legislative purpose and intent; amending s. 324.021, F.S.; revising definitions; revising minimum coverage requirements for proof of financial responsibility for specified motor vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; defining the term “for-hire passenger transportation vehicle”; amending s. 324.022, F.S.; revising minimum liability coverage requirements for motor vehicle owners or operators; revising authorized methods for meeting such requirements; deleting a provision relating to an insurer’s duty to defend certain claims; revising the vehicles that are excluded from the definition of the term “motor vehicle”; providing security requirements for certain excluded vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.0221, F.S.; revising coverages that subject a policy to certain insurer reporting and notice requirements; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 324.0222, F.S.; providing that driver license or motor vehicle registration suspensions for failure to maintain required security which are in effect before a specified date remain in full force and effect; authorizing drivers to reinstate suspended licenses or registrations as provided in a specified section; amending s. 324.023, F.S.; conforming cross references; amending s. 324.031, F.S.; specifying a method of proving financial responsibility by owners or operators of motor vehicles other than for-hire passenger transportation vehicles; revising the required and maximum amounts of a certificate of deposit required to elect a certain method of proof of financial responsibility; revising liability coverage requirements for a person electing to use such method; amending s. 324.032, F.S.; revising financial responsibility requirements for owners or lessees of for-hire passenger transportation vehicles; amending s. 324.051, F.S.; making technical changes; specifying that motorcycles are included in the definition of the term “motor vehicles” for purposes of the section; amending ss. 324.071 and 324.091, F.S.; making technical changes; amending s. 324.151, F.S.; revising requirements for motor vehicle liability policies relating to coverage, and exclusion from coverage, for certain drivers and vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; making technical changes; defining terms; amending s. 324.161, F.S.; revising requirements for a certificate of deposit that is required if a person elects a certain method of proving financial responsibility; amending s. 324.171, F.S.; revising the minimum net worth requirements to qualify certain persons as self-insurers; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.242, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.251, F.S.; revising a short title and an effective date; amending s. 400.9905, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “clinic”; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 400.991 and 400.9935, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 409.901, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “third-party benefit”; amending s. 409.910, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “medical coverage”; amending s. 456.057, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 456.072, F.S.; revising specified grounds for discipline for certain health professions; defining the term “upcode”; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 626.9541, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; revising certain prohibited acts related to specified insurance coverage payment requirements; amending s. 626.989, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “fraudulent insurance act”; amending s. 627.06501, F.S.; revising coverages that may provide for a reduction in motor vehicle insurance policy premium charges under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.0651, F.S.; specifying requirements for rate filings for motor vehicle liability policies that implement requirements in effect on a specified date; requiring that such filings be approved through a certain process; amending s. 627.0652, F.S.; revising coverages that must provide for a reduction in premium charges under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.0653, F.S.; revising coverages that are subject to premium discounts for specified motor vehicle equipment; amending s. 627.4132, F.S.; revising coverages that are subject to a stacking prohibition; amending s. 627.4137, F.S.; requiring insurers to disclose certain information at the request of a claimant’s attorney; authorizing a claimant to file an action under certain circumstances; providing for the award of reasonable attorney fees and costs under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.7263, F.S.; revising coverages that are deemed primary, except under certain circumstances, for the lessor of a motor vehicle for lease or rent; revising a notice that is required if the lessee’s coverage is to be primary; amending s. 627.727, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; revising the legal liability of an uninsured motorist coverage insurer; amending s. 627.7275, F.S.; revising required coverages for a motor vehicle insurance policy; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 627.7278, F.S.; defining the term “minimum security requirements”; providing a prohibition, requirements, applicability, and construction relating to motor vehicle insurance policies as of a certain date; requiring insurers to allow certain insureds to make certain coverage changes, subject to certain conditions; requiring an insurer to provide, by a specified date, a specified notice to policyholders relating to requirements under the act; amending s. 627.728, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.7295, F.S.; revising the definitions of the terms “policy” and “binder”; revising the coverages of a motor vehicle insurance policy for which a licensed general lines agent may charge a specified fee; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.7415, F.S.; revising additional liability insurance requirements for commercial motor vehicles; amending s. 627.747, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.748, F.S.; revising insurance requirements for transportation network company drivers; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; conforming cross-references; amending ss. 627.7483 and 627.749, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.8405, F.S.; revising the products and the policy for which a premium finance company may not finance costs when sold in combination with an accidental death and dismemberment policy; revising rulemaking authority of the Financial Services Commission; amending ss. 627.915, 628.909, 705.184, and 713.78, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 817.234, F.S.; revising coverages that are the basis of specified prohibited false and fraudulent insurance claims; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; deleting provisions relating to prohibited changes in certain mental or physical reports; providing an appropriation; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Erin Grall (R)*, Darryl Rouson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1321 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Higher Education
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several significant changes to higher education governance and operations in Florida. It establishes new residency requirements for members of public postsecondary boards, mandating that appointed members of the Board of Governors and university boards of trustees must be U.S. citizens and either state residents or graduates of state universities by January 2027. The bill implements term limits for various educational boards, including the State Board of Education, Florida College System institution boards, and university boards of trustees, generally restricting members to single terms or limiting consecutive service. It modifies presidential selection processes for state universities and Florida College System institutions, giving more autonomy to local boards of trustees in hiring and evaluating presidents, and requiring the establishment of presidential search committees with specific composition guidelines. Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for textbook transparency, mandates the creation of presidential succession plans, and requires universities to post admission criteria online. The legislation also makes changes to financial disclosure requirements for board members and removes certain public records exemptions related to presidential searches. These reforms aim to increase accountability, transparency, and local control in Florida's higher education system while establishing clearer guidelines for board membership and leadership selection.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to higher education; creating s. 20.70, F.S.; providing residency requirements for members of certain public postsecondary boards; amending s. 112.3144, F.S.; requiring certain members of the Board of Governors to comply with specified financial disclosure requirements beginning on a date certain; amending s. 1001.01, F.S.; revising term limits for members and the chair of the State Board of Education; amending s. 1001.61, F.S.; providing term limits for members and the chairs of the Florida College System institution boards of trustees; authorizing trustees to serve until the appointment of a successor; amending s. 1001.64, F.S.; providing that certain actions related to the president of a Florida College System institution are not subject to approval by the State Board of Education; requiring presidential search committees for the appointment of such president; providing requirements for the committees; requiring such president be recommended by the committee; authorizing a presidential contract to be renewed for a specified period; amending s. 1001.70, F.S.; providing term limits for appointed members of the Board of Governors; amending s. 1001.706, F.S.; requiring the Board of Governors to hb1321 -02-e1review the admission criteria of state universities; requiring state university program admission criteria to be posted on state university websites; providing that the president of a state university is appointed by the university board of trustees; requiring presidential search committees for the appointment of such president; providing requirements for the committees; requiring such president be recommended by the committee; deleting a requirement that the Board of Governors confirm the selection and reappointment of such president; authorizing a presidential contract to be renewed for a specified period; revising the requirements for certain state university capital outlay projects to be included on a specified list; amending s. 1001.71, F.S.; providing term limits for appointed members of university boards of trustees; deleting obsolete language and a certain consideration for appointed members; authorizing appointed members to serve until a successor is appointed; amending s. 1004.085, F.S.; providing definitions; revising requirements for information included in specified lists relating to textbooks and instructional materials; requiring the current syllabi for specified courses to be posted as a hyperlink in a specified system and include specified information; amending s. hb1321 -02-e11004.098, F.S.; requiring state university and Florida College System institution boards of trustees to adopt a presidential succession plan for specified purposes; providing requirements for the plan and persons included in such plan; providing requirements for the appointment or selection of an interim president; prohibiting specified persons from discussing with specified persons under certain circumstances certain information or persons relating to the appointment of a president; deleting a public records and meeting exemption relating to applicants for president of a state university or Florida College System institution; amending s. 1004.89, F.S.; revising the duties of the Institute for Freedom in the Americas; deleting provisions relating to a direct-support organization for the institute; amending s. 1007.25, F.S.; prohibiting a Florida College System institution or state university from imposing certain graduation requirements; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Education & Employment Committee, Michelle Salzman (R)*, LaVon Bracy Davis (D), Kim Daniels (D), Anna Eskamani (D), Johanna López (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1216 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Cybersecurity of Mortgage Brokers and Lenders and Money Services Businesses
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive cybersecurity requirements for mortgage brokers, lenders, and money services businesses in Florida. The legislation mandates that these financial service providers develop and maintain a detailed information security program designed to protect customer nonpublic personal information. The program must include administrative, technical, and physical safeguards tailored to the size and complexity of the business, with specific requirements such as regularly testing systems for potential cyber attacks, monitoring and adjusting security measures, and establishing a written incident response plan for addressing potential cybersecurity events. Businesses must promptly investigate any cybersecurity incidents, determine the nature and scope of the event, and take reasonable measures to restore system security and prevent further unauthorized access. The bill applies to businesses with 20 or more workforce members and 500 or more customers, giving such entities 180 days to comply once they no longer qualify for exemption. Notably, the law requires businesses to maintain investigation records for five years and provide notification to the Office of Financial Regulation for security breaches affecting 500 or more persons. Failure to comply with these notification requirements can result in disciplinary actions, including potential license suspension or revocation. The legislation aims to enhance digital security and protect sensitive customer information in the financial services sector.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to cybersecurity of mortgage brokers and lenders and money services businesses; creating ss. 494.00170 and 560.1215, F.S.; defining terms; requiring licensees to develop and maintain a specified information security program; requiring that such program meet certain criteria; requiring licensees to establish a specified incident response plan; providing requirements for such plan; providing applicability; specifying that a licensee has a specified timeframe to comply with certain provisions; requiring the licensee to maintain a copy of the information security program for a specified period of time; requiring such program to be available upon request or examination; requiring licensees to make a prompt investigation of a cybersecurity event that has occurred or may occur; specifying requirements for such investigation; requiring licensees to complete an investigation or confirm and document that a third party service provider has completed an investigation under certain circumstances; requiring the licensee to maintain specified records and documentation for a specified period of time; requiring the licensee to produce such records and documentation to be available upon request; requiring licensees to provide a specified notice to the Office of Financial Regulation; requiring the licensee to provide a quarterly update of the investigation under certain circumstances; providing construction; authorizing the Financial Services Commission to adopt rules; amending ss. 494.00255 and 560.114, F.S.; revising the actions that constitute grounds for disciplinary actions for mortgage brokers and lenders and grounds for the issuance of a cease and desist order or removal order or the denial, suspension, or revocation of a license of a money service business, respectively; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nick DiCeglie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1301 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Child Welfare
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes extensive modifications to Florida's child welfare laws, addressing various aspects of child protection, residential care, and unaccompanied alien children. The bill creates new definitions and requirements for unaccompanied alien children, mandating that individuals who obtain physical custody of such children must report to the Department of Children and Families, verify their relationship through DNA testing or documentation, and face potential criminal penalties for non-compliance. It establishes a Family Advocacy Program to coordinate child protective investigations involving military families and expands the Office of Statewide Prosecution's ability to investigate certain child-related violations. The bill also modifies licensing standards for child care facilities, residential child-caring agencies, and community residential homes, including provisions that make it easier to establish such facilities by reducing proximity and fire safety restrictions. Additionally, the bill updates definitions related to missing children, allows law enforcement more flexibility in taking children into custody under specific court orders, and provides the Department of Children and Families with more administrative flexibility in certifying domestic violence centers and granting exemptions for child care personnel. The legislation aims to strengthen child protection mechanisms, streamline administrative processes, and provide clearer guidelines for various child welfare scenarios.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to child welfare; amending s. 16.56, F.S.; authorizing the Office of Statewide Prosecution in the Department of Legal Affairs to investigate and prosecute specified violations; amending s. 39.01, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "child who is found to be dependent"; defining the term "legal custodian"; amending s. 39.206, F.S.; authorizing certain persons to petition the court to release a reporter's identity in order to file a lawsuit for civil damages; authorizing the court to issue an order for an in-camera inspection of certain records; prohibiting the Department of Children and Families from being made a party to such action; creating s. 39.3011, F.S.; defining the term "Family Advocacy Program"; requiring the department to enter into agreements with certain military installations for child protective investigations involving military families; providing requirements for such agreements; amending s. 39.401, F.S.; authorizing a law enforcement officer or an authorized agent of the department to take a child into custody who is the subject of a specified court order; amending s. 39.5075, F.S.; authorizing, rather than requiring, the department or a community-based care provider to petition the court for a specified order; providing that a certain order may only be issued if a certain petition is filed by specified entities; creating s. 39.5077, F.S.; defining the term "unaccompanied alien child"; requiring any natural person who meets certain criteria to submit a specified report with the department; requiring such report be submitted within a specified time period; requiring any natural person who meets certain criteria to verify his or her relationship with an unaccompanied alien child in certain ways; requiring the person verifying his or her relationship with such child to pay for DNA testing; requiring such person to verify his or her relationship within a specified time period; requiring certain entities to submit a specified report to the department within a specified time period; requiring a specified attestation; providing criminal penalties and civil fines; requiring the department to notify certain persons or entities of certain requirements; requiring the department to notify the Department of Law Enforcement, the Office of Refugee Resettlement, and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement under certain circumstances; authorizing the department to adopt certain rules; requiring certain persons or entities to submit a report to the central abuse hotline under certain circumstances; amending s. 39.905, F.S.; authorizing the department to waive a specified requirement if there is an emergency need for a new domestic violence center, to issue a provisional certification to such center under certain circumstances, and to adopt rules relating to provisional certifications; amending s. 125.901, F.S.; revising membership requirements for certain independent special districts; amending s. 402.305, F.S.; authorizing the department to grant certain exemptions from disqualification for certain persons; amending s. 409.145, F.S.; requiring the department to establish a fee schedule for daily room and board rates for certain children by a date certain, which may include different rates based on a child's acuity level or the geographic location of the residential child-caring agency; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 409.175, F.S.; authorizing the department to grant certain exemptions from disqualification for certain persons; authorizing the department to extend the expiration date of a license by a specified amount of time for a certain purpose; amending s. 419.001, F.S.; providing that certain residential child-caring agencies are not subject to certain proximity requirements; requiring a local government to exclude certain residential child-caring agencies from proximity limitations; amending s. 553.73, F.S.; prohibiting the Florida Building Commission from mandating the installation of fire sprinklers or a fire suppression system in certain agencies licensed by the department; amending s. 633.208, F.S.; providing that certain residential child-caring agencies are not required to install fire sprinklers or a fire suppression system under certain circumstances; amending s. 937.0201, F.S.; revising the definition of "missing child"; amending s. 937.021, F.S.; specifying the entity with jurisdiction for accepting missing child reports under certain circumstances; authorizing law enforcement agencies to use reasonable force to take certain children into custody; amending ss. 402.30501, 1002.57, and 1002.59, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Taylor Yarkosky (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0909 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, a comprehensive interstate agreement designed to facilitate the practice of occupational therapy across multiple states. The compact aims to increase public access to occupational therapy services by allowing licensed occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in member states using a "compact privilege" - essentially a multi-state license. Key provisions include establishing a uniform system for licensure, creating an Occupational Therapy Compact Commission to oversee implementation, developing a coordinated database for tracking licensees, and setting standards for practicing across state lines. The compact includes detailed requirements for licensees, such as maintaining an unencumbered home state license, passing background checks, and complying with each state's specific regulations. It also provides mechanisms for disciplinary actions, dispute resolution, and ensures that public health and safety remain a priority by allowing states to investigate and take action against practitioners. The bill modifies existing Florida statutes to integrate the compact's requirements and establishes that the compact will become effective once enacted by ten member states. The compact supports military spouses, promotes telehealth technology, and enhances information sharing between states about occupational therapy practitioners.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact; creating s. 468.226, F.S.; creating the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact; providing purpose and objectives; providing definitions; requiring member states to meet certain requirements to join and participate in the compact; providing criteria that an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant must satisfy to practice under the compact; providing requirements for renewal of an equivalent license in a member state; providing that a licensee may hold a home state license in only one member state at a time; providing requirements and procedures for changing a home state license designation; authorizing an active military member and his or her spouse to be deemed as having a home state license under certain circumstances; requiring member states to report adverse actions taken against the license of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant by other member states; providing that a licensee's compact privilege must be deactivated in all member states for the duration of an encumbrance imposed by the licensee's home state; requiring all home state disciplinary orders imposing adverse actions to include a statement hb909-01-c1 of deactivation of compact privilege; providing for prompt notice to the data system and the licensee's home state when action is taken against a licensee; establishing the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission; providing jurisdiction and venue for court proceedings; providing commission membership, duties, and powers; requiring member states to participate in the exchange of specified information; authorizing the commission to adopt rules and bylaws; authorizing the commission to convene in closed, nonpublic meetings under certain circumstances; providing for the development, maintenance, and use of a coordinated database and reporting system; requiring member states to submit specified information to the data system; providing requirements for the information in the data system; providing rulemaking procedures; providing for state enforcement of the compact; providing for the termination of compact membership; providing procedures for the resolution of certain disputes; providing compact amendment procedures; providing construction and severability and binding effect of the compact; amending ss. 456.073, 456.076, 468.205, 468.209, 468.217, and 768.28, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date. hb909-01-c1
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• Introduced: 02/23/2025
• Added: 03/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee, Adam Anderson (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/17/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1293 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Cybersecurity
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens Florida's cybersecurity infrastructure by making several key changes to state technology management and incident reporting. The bill establishes new definitions for digital terms, designates a state chief technology officer responsible for aligning technology investments with strategic objectives, and expands the Florida Digital Service's role in leading enterprise information technology and cybersecurity efforts. It requires state agencies and local governments to report cybersecurity and ransomware incidents within specific timeframes, with more urgent reporting for high-severity incidents (levels 3-5). The bill modifies incident reporting protocols, requiring detailed information about the nature, impact, and backup status of cybersecurity events. Additionally, the legislation creates more robust oversight mechanisms, including mandatory cybersecurity training for state employees, establishment of incident response teams, and the creation of a Cybersecurity Operations Center that will serve as a central hub for threat information and coordination. The bill also updates the membership of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council by adding a local government representative and provides the Florida Digital Service with broader authority to access and safeguard digital infrastructure. These changes aim to enhance the state's ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate cybersecurity threats across government agencies.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to cybersecurity; amending s. 282.0041, F.S.; providing definitions; amending s. 282.0051, F.S.; revising the purposes for which the Florida Digital Service is established; requiring the Florida Digital Service to ensure that independent project oversight on certain state agency information technology projects is performed in a certain manner; revising the date by which the Department of Management Services, acting through the Florida Digital Service, must provide certain recommendations to the Executive Office of the Governor and the Legislature; removing certain duties of the Florida Digital Service; revising the total project cost of certain projects for which the Florida Digital Service must provide project oversight; specifying the date by which the Florida Digital Service must provide certain reports; requiring the state chief information officer, in consultation with the Secretary of Management Services, to designate a state chief technology officer; providing duties of the state chief technology officer; revising the total project cost of certain projects for which certain procurement actions must be taken; removing provisions prohibiting the department, acting through the Florida Digital Service, from retrieving or disclosing certain data in certain circumstances; amending s. 282.00515, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 282.318, F.S.; providing that the Florida Digital Service is the lead entity for a certain purpose; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to provide certain notifications; requiring the state chief information officer to make certain reports in consultation with the state chief information security officer; requiring a state agency to report ransomware and cybersecurity incidents within certain time periods; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to immediately notify certain entities of reported incidents and take certain actions; requiring the state chief information security officer to notify the Legislature of certain incidents within a certain time period; requiring certain notification to be provided in a secure environment; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to provide a certain report to certain entities by a specified date; requiring the Florida Digital Service to provide cybersecurity briefings to certain legislative committees; authorizing the Florida Digital Service to obtain certain access to certain infrastructure and direct certain measures; requiring a state agency head to annually designate a chief information security officer by a specified date; revising the purpose of an agency's information security manager and the date by which he or she must be designated; authorizing the department to brief certain legislative committees in a closed setting on certain records that are confidential and exempt from public records requirements; requiring such legislative committees to maintain the confidential and exempt status of certain records; authorizing certain legislators to attend meetings of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; amending s. 282.3185, F.S.; requiring a local government to report ransomware and certain cybersecurity incidents to the Cybersecurity Operations Center within certain time periods; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to immediately notify certain entities of certain incidents and take certain actions; requiring certain notification to be provided in a secure environment; amending s. 282.319, F.S.; revising the membership of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Giallombardo (R)*, Monique Miller (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0905 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Florida Health Choices Program
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill renames the Florida Health Choices Program to the Florida Employee Health Choices Program, fundamentally restructuring how individual health insurance can be purchased through employer-sponsored health reimbursement arrangements. The legislation creates a centralized marketplace where employees can use employer contributions to select individual health insurance plans, with the Department of Management Services facilitating the formation of a new non-profit corporation called Florida Employee Health Choices, Inc. The corporation will be governed by an eight-member board appointed by the Governor, Senate President, and House Speaker, and will be responsible for establishing an online platform that streamlines individual health insurance purchases. The bill eliminates previous provisions about specific health care providers and vendors, instead focusing on creating a more flexible system where employers can provide health care contributions directly to employees. Importantly, the program will be voluntary for employers and employees, with the goal of expanding access to affordable health insurance by empowering individuals to choose plans that best meet their personal needs. The corporation must develop public awareness strategies, establish a toll-free hotline, and submit annual reports to state leadership. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with the goal of having the platform fully operational by January 1, 2027.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Florida Health Choices Program; amending s. 408.910, F.S.; renaming the "Florida Health Choices Program" as the "Florida Employee Health Choices Program"; revising legislative intent; revising definitions; revising program purpose and components to provide for the sale and purchase of individual health insurance plans to employeesin individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements; removing provisions relating to certain health care service providers, organizations, entities, and vendors, vendor procedures, products available for purchase through the program, pricing, risk pooling, and exemptions; revising the marketplace process; requiring the Department of Management Services to facilitate the formation of Florida Employee Health Choices, Inc., and provide administrative support; revising membership of the board of directors; authorizing the corporation to exercise certain powers; providing requirements for the board and the corporation; revising the fiscal year in which the corporation's annual report is due; amending ss. 409.821, 409.9122, and 409.977, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date. hb905-01-c1
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• Introduced: 02/23/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Health Care Facilities & Systems Subcommittee, Taylor Yarkosky (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/29/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1292 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/E-mail Addresses/DHSMV
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to expand an existing exemption for e-mail addresses collected by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). Currently, the exemption only applied to e-mail addresses collected for specific purposes like renewal notices. The bill broadens this exemption to cover e-mail addresses collected for any method of notification, including those related to vessel registrations. The bill provides a detailed rationale for this exemption, highlighting that e-mail addresses can be used for identity theft, scams, and unwanted solicitations when combined with personal identifying information. The exemption will be retroactive and subject to future legislative review, with a scheduled repeal date of October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reenacts it. The bill emphasizes that protecting customers from potential risks associated with public disclosure of their e-mail addresses outweighs the state's typical open government principles. The bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1290) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0712, F.S.; expanding an exemption from public records requirements for e-mail addresses collected by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for providing renewal notices to include e-mail addresses collected for use as a method of notification generally and not only for the purpose of providing renewal notices; expanding the exemption to include e-mail addresses collected for use as a method of notification related to vessel registrations; providing retroactive applicability; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0769 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub Rec./Practice of Veterinary Medicine
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida law to extend existing privacy protections for veterinarians to also cover veterinary technicians during professional licensing investigations. Specifically, the bill makes medical reports and other sensitive personal information about licensed veterinary technicians confidential and exempt from public disclosure requirements until probable cause is found and an administrative complaint is issued. The legislation requires veterinary technicians to consent to providing handwriting samples and medical reports during lawful investigations, similar to existing requirements for veterinarians. The bill's rationale is to protect the personal privacy of veterinary technicians and safeguard sensitive health information, ensuring that private medical details are not publicly disclosed prematurely. The bill draws parallels to existing privacy protections, such as those outlined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and emphasizes the potential harm that could result from unauthorized disclosure of personal medical information. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (HB 767) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 474.2185, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for records relating to licensed veterinary technicians until specified criteria are met; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Temple (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1028 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Expunged Criminal History Records
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida law regarding the expungement of criminal records for qualifying marijuana offenses, establishing comprehensive provisions for how such records are handled and protected. The bill creates new guidelines for criminal history records that have been ordered expunged, mandating that while the Department of Law Enforcement must retain these records, they become confidential and exempt from public records requirements. Individuals with expunged records are generally allowed to legally deny or fail to acknowledge the expunged arrests, with specific exceptions for certain professional contexts like applying to work in criminal justice, seeking employment with vulnerable populations, or applying for professional licenses. The bill also establishes strict confidentiality rules, making it unlawful for employees of certain entities to disclose information about expunged records, with violations punishable as a first-degree misdemeanor. The legislation reflects a policy perspective that low-level marijuana offenses should not permanently impede a person's opportunities, acknowledging historical disparities in marijuana law enforcement. The exemption for these records is set to expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it, and the bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 943.0579, F.S.; providing for the effect of criminal history records ordered expunged; providing an exemption from public records requirements for criminal history records ordered expunged which are retained by the department; providing criminal penalties for the disclosure of information relating to expunged criminal history records; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tracie Davis (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0527 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Agency for Health Care Administration Personnel
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for personal identifying and location information of current or former personnel from the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) whose job duties involve investigating healthcare facility complaints, Medicaid fraud, or conducting facility inspections. The exemption covers home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these AHCA personnel, as well as the names, addresses, and employment information of their spouses and children. The bill also protects the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that releasing such personal information could potentially expose AHCA personnel and their families to physical or emotional harm from individuals who might be upset by investigations or agency actions. The exemption is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act and will automatically be repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The bill includes provisions for how personnel can request the maintenance or release of their exempt information, and it will take effect on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of certain current or former personnel of the Agency for Health Care Administration and the names and personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such personnel; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dana Trabulsy (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1267 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Education
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to Florida's education system, focusing on several key areas. It establishes new residency requirements for members of public postsecondary boards, mandating that they must be U.S. citizens and either state residents or graduates of the institutions they oversee. The bill creates the Rural Incentive for Professional Educators (RIPE) Program, which offers up to $15,000 in student loan repayment assistance over five years for educators working in rural areas. It modifies school grading systems by gradually increasing the percentage of points required for each grade level from 2026 to 2033, with the goal of raising academic standards. The bill also enhances reading and mathematics intervention programs, requiring more intensive support for students with substantial deficiencies and expanding parental notification requirements. Additionally, it introduces new provisions for presidential searches at state universities and Florida College System institutions, implements term limits for board members, and provides more transparency in educational reporting, including requiring school report cards to show the percentage of students performing at or above grade level in English Language Arts and mathematics. The bill aims to improve educational quality, support rural educators, and provide more detailed information to parents and stakeholders about school performance.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to education; providing a short title; creating s. 20.70, F.S.; providing residency requirements for members of certain public postsecondary boards and the Board of Governors; providing that specified offices are deemed vacant under certain circumstances; amending s. 112.3144, F.S.; requiring certain members of the Board of Governors to comply with specified financial disclosure requirements beginning on a date certain; amending s. 1001.01, F.S.; revising term limits for members and the chair of the State Board of Education; amending s. 1001.42, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the use of K-12 educational facilities; requiring district school boards to approve specified proposals at publicly noticed meetings; revising the requirements for the early warning system for certain students; amending s. 1001.43, F.S.; authorizing district school boards to use specified real property for the development of certain affordable housing or educational villages; providing requirements for such housing and villages; requiring counties and municipalities to authorize affordable multifamily and mixed-use residential developments that meet specified requirements; providing that certain school district real property is exempt from specified requirements; requiring district school boards to conduct a certain number of public meetings when considering certain proposals; amending s. 1001.451, F.S.; revising the services required to be provided by regional consortium service organizations when such services are found to be necessary and appropriate by such organizations' boards of directors; revising the allocation that certain regional consortium service organizations are eligible to receive from the General Appropriations Act; requiring each regional consortium service organization to submit an annual report to the Department of Education; requiring that unexpended amounts in certain funds be carried forward; requiring each regional consortium service organization to provide quarterly financial reports to member districts; requiring member districts to designate a district to serve as a fiscal agent for certain purposes; providing for compensation of the fiscal agent district; requiring regional consortium service organizations to retain all funds received from grants or contracted services to cover indirect or administrative costs associated with the provision of such services; requiring the regional consortium service organization board of directors to determine products and services provided by the organization; requiring a regional consortium service organization board of directors to recommend the establishment of positions and appointments to a fiscal agent district; requiring that personnel be employed under specified personnel policies; authorizing the regional consortium service organization board of directors to recommend a salary schedule for personnel; authorizing regional consortium service organizations to purchase or lease property and facilities essential to their operations; providing for the distribution of revenue if a regional consortium service organization is dissolved; removing a provision requiring applications for incentive grants; authorizing regional consortium service organization boards of directors to contract to provide services to nonmember districts; requiring that a fund balance be established for specified purposes; removing a requirement for the use of certain funds; authorizing a regional consortium service organization to administer a specified program; creating s. 1001.4511, F.S.; creating the Regional Consortia Service Organization Supplemental Services Program; providing the purpose of the program; authorizing funds to be used for specified purposes; requiring each regional consortium service organization to report the distribution of funds annually to the Legislature; providing for the carryforward of funds; amending s. 1001.61, F.S.; providing term limits for members and the chairs of the Florida College System institution boards of trustees; authorizing trustees to serve until the appointment of a successor; amending s. 1001.64, F.S.; providing that certain actions relating to the president of a Florida College System institution are not subject to approval by the State Board of Education; requiring presidential search committees for the appointment of such president; providing requirements for the committees; requiring such president be recommended by the committee; authorizing a presidential contract to be renewed for a specified period; amending s. 1001.70, F.S.; providing term limits for appointed members of the Board of Governors; amending s. 1001.706, F.S.; requiring the Board of Governors to review the admission criteria of state universities; requiring state university program admission criteria to be posted on state university websites; requiring that the president of a state university be appointed by the university board of trustees; requiring presidential search committees for the appointment of such president; providing requirements for the committees; requiring such president be recommended by the committee; authorizing a presidential contract to be renewed for a specified period; revising the requirements for certain state university capital outlay projects to be included on a specified list; amending s. 1001.71, F.S.; providing term limits for appointed members of university boards of trustees; removing obsolete language and a certain consideration for appointed members; authorizing appointed members to serve until a successor is appointed; amending s. 1002.20, F.S.; revising the requirements for parental notification of student reading and mathematics deficiencies; amending s. 1002.333, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "persistently low-performing school"; authorizing certain entities to directly report their students to the Department of Education; removing specified requirements for schools of hope using school district facilities; revising the evidence a school district may provide to the department for specified purposes; providing requirements for schools of hope to use school district educational facilities; authorizing schools of hope to use certain facilities or co-locate with other public schools in certain facilities; requiring certain students to be included in specified school district calculations; requiring specified services to be provided to schools of hope at no cost; providing school district requirements; removing the definition of the term "underused, vacant, or surplus facility"; providing requirements for disputes relating to certain mutual management agreements; amending s. 1002.411, F.S.; requiring school district and private prekindergarten providers to provide parents with information about students' eligibility for the New Worlds Reading Initiative; amending s. 1003.33, F.S.; requiring student report cards to include specified information relating to school grades and student English Language Arts and mathematics performance; amending s. 1003.4201, F.S.; requiring school districts to provide resources and information to parents of certain students; amending s. 1003.485, F.S.; requiring the administrator of the New Worlds Reading Initiative to develop a specified book collection and competitive incentive program to provide classroom libraries at specified schools; amending s. 1004.085, F.S.; providing definitions; revising requirements for information included in specified lists relating to textbooks and instructional materials; requiring the current syllabi for specified courses to be posted as a hyperlink in a specified system and include specified information; amending s. 1004.098, F.S.; requiring state university and Florida College System institution boards of trustees to adopt a presidential succession plan for specified purposes; providing requirements for the plan and persons included in such plan; providing requirements for the appointment or selection of an interim president; prohibiting specified persons from discussing with specified persons under certain circumstances certain information or persons relating to the appointment of a president; deleting a public records and meetings exemption relating to applicants for president of a state university or Florida College System institution; amending s. 1004.89, F.S.; revising the duties of the Institute for Freedom in the Americas; removing provisions relating to a direct-support organization for the institute; amending s. 1007.25, F.S.; prohibiting a Florida College System institution or state university from imposing certain graduation requirements; amending s. 1008.25, F.S.; revising the grade-level criteria for specified provisions relating to students with specified substantial academic deficiencies; providing that certain Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program students are eligible for specified support; providing that specified interventions must be provided to all students with substantial reading deficiencies; amending s. 1008.34, F.S.; revising the percentage of points used to designate school grades for specified school years; revising the requirements for school report cards; requiring a certain school grade designation to be included on school report cards; removing provisions relating to the transition of school grades and obsolete language; creating s. 1009.635, F.S.; establishing the Rural Incentive for Professional Educators Program within the department; requiring the program to provide financial assistance for the repayment of student loans to eligible participants who establish permanent residency and employment in rural communities; providing that eligible participants may receive up to a certain amount in total student loan repayment assistance over a certain timeframe; requiring the department to verify certain information of participants in the program before it disburses awards; providing that the program is administered through the Office of Student Financial Assistance within the department; requiring the department to develop procedures and monitor compliance; requiring the State Board of Education to adopt rules by a certain date; amending s. 1013.62, F.S.; revising the calculation methodology to determine the amount of revenue that a school district must distribute to each eligible charter school; amending s. 1013.64, F.S.; revising conditions under which a school district may receive funding on an approved construction project; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Education & Employment Committee, Education Administration Subcommittee, Demi Busatta Cabrera (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0507 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./ Sexual Assault Counselors
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption that protects the personal identifying and location information (such as home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs) of sexual assault counselors from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill adds a provision to section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes that shields sexual assault counselors' personal details from public records requests. The rationale for this exemption, as explained in the bill's statement of necessity, is to protect these counselors from potential harassment, threats, or retaliation by individuals connected to the cases they work on. The exemption is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act, meaning it will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The bill highlights the critical role sexual assault counselors play in supporting crime victims and argues that the potential harm to these professionals from releasing their personal information outweighs any public benefit of disclosure. The exemption will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to personal information in existing and future records.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of sexual assault counselors; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Casello (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1185 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Department of Management Services
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively revises Florida's laws related to procurement, diversity, and business practices across multiple state agencies. The bill eliminates most existing provisions related to minority business enterprises, minority participation, and diversity programs, and replaces them with a new approach focused on small and Florida-based businesses. Key provisions include: The bill creates a new prohibited vendors list managed by the Department of Management Services, which will track and prevent vendors from contracting with public entities based on specific disqualifying criteria such as criminal convictions, discrimination, use of forced labor, or other serious violations. The process for adding vendors to this list includes detailed investigation procedures, administrative hearings, and opportunities for vendors to challenge their placement or seek removal. The legislation removes most references to minority business enterprises and related definitions, instead emphasizing support for small businesses and Florida-based enterprises. It defines a "Florida-based enterprise" as a business that is incorporated in Florida, maintains a physical location in the state, and has more than 50% of its workforce domiciled in Florida. The bill eliminates many existing requirements for minority representation on boards, commissions, and in procurement processes. It modifies equal employment opportunity language to prohibit discrimination but removes previous affirmative action and minority recruitment provisions. The Office of Supplier Diversity is renamed and its mission is refocused to assist Florida-based enterprises in becoming suppliers to state government, with an emphasis on providing information, technical assistance, and certification services. The bill makes numerous technical changes across Florida statutes to remove references to minority business enterprises, minority representation, and related programs, effectively dismantling previous minority business support frameworks while establishing new provisions for supporting small and local businesses. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, providing state agencies and businesses time to adjust to the new regulatory environment.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Department of Management Services; repealing s. 24.113, F.S., relating to minority participation; amending s. 110.112, F.S.; providing for equal employment opportunity; prohibiting discrimination in employment; prohibiting a hiring manager from engaging in certain employment practices; authorizing certain persons to file a complaint with the Attorney General or the Department of Business of Professional Regulation; amending s. 110.123, F.S.; revising definitions; amending s. 110.12301, F.S.; providing for competitive procurement of claims review services for state group health insurance plans; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; revising exempt positions that are not covered by the career service system; revising the definition of the term "department"; amending s. 110.211, F.S.; revising recruitment provisions relating to the career service system; amending s. 110.605, F.S.; revising the personnel rules of the Department of Management Services; amending ss. 112.19 and 112.191, F.S.; revising specified benefits of law enforcement officers and firefighters, respectively; amending s. 217.07, F.S.; requiring that specified funds be used for specified purposes; repealing ss. 255.101 and 255.102, F.S., relating to contracts for public construction works and contractor use of minority business enterprises, respectively; amending s. 287.042, F.S.; revising the powers, duties, and functions of the department relating to commodities, insurance, and contractual services; amending s. 287.055, F.S.; revising the Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act relating to public announcement and qualification procedures and competitive selection; amending s. 287.057, F.S.; revising provisions relating to procurement of commodities or contractual services; amending s. 287.084, F.S.; revising provisions relating to preference to Florida businesses; providing applicability; repealing ss. 287.093, 287.0931, 287.094, 287.0943, and 287.09431, F.S., relating to minority business enterprises and programs; amending s. 287.09451, F.S.; renaming the Office of Supplier Diversity as the Office of Supplier Development; revising the office's powers, duties, and functions; defining the term "Florida-based enterprise"; repealing s. 287.0947, F.S., relating to the Florida Advisory Council on Small and Minority Business Development; repealing ss. 287.133, 287.134, and 287.1346, F.S., relating to denial or revocation of the right to transact business with public entities; repealing s. 287.1351, F.S., relating to suspended vendors and state contracts; creating s. 287.1355, F.S.; providing definitions; requiring the Department of Management Services to establish a prohibited vendors list; requiring a certain certification and disclosure by vendors at a specified time; requiring a specified statement to be contained in any invitation to bid, request for proposal, invitation to negotiate, or any contract entered into by a date certain; providing construction; requiring the department to maintain by electronic means the prohibited vendors list; requiring such list to be posted on the department's website and updated within a specified time period; requiring specified notice from vendors, affiliates, and public entities to the department; requiring the department to conduct an investigation; authorizing the department to issue a written demand on vendors in certain instances; requiring department investigations to be conducted in accordance with specified rules; requiring the department to send notice of its investigation determination in certain instances; providing notice requirements; prohibiting vendors that do not receive such notice from being placed on the prohibited vendors list; authorizing vendors to file a petition for an administrative hearing; providing for waiver of the right to such a hearing in certain instances; prohibiting vendors from filing a petition for a specified hearing; providing for procedural applicability; providing exceptions; requiring the department to establish its administrative action by a specified burden of proof; providing for a certain rebuttable presumption; providing for a specified burden of proof of the vendor; listing certain factors that the administrative law judge must consider in such hearing; prohibiting vendors from engaging in public contracting and purchasing upon issuance of a specified order; authorizing vendors to file a petition for removal from the prohibited vendors list in certain instances and within a specified time; requiring removal proceedings to be conducted by specified law; providing for the considerations of the administrative law judge in such proceedings; prohibiting vendors from filing subsequent petitions for removal within a specified time period in certain instances; authorizing the department to file such a petition in certain instances; providing that vendors and affiliates placed on the prohibited vendors list are ineligible to receive certain incentives; providing applicability; prohibiting a public entity from contracting with vendors which would provide access to certain information unless a specified affidavit is submitted; requiring a vendor, by a specified date, to submit a specified affidavit to extend or renew a contract with a public entity; requiring the department to adopt rules; repealing s. 288.1167, F.S., relating to sports franchise contract provisions for food and beverage concession and contract awards to minority business enterprises; providing a directive to the Division of Law Revision; amending s. 288.7015, F.S.; revising the duties of the rules ombudsman; amending s. 288.702, F.S.; revising a short title; amending s. 288.703, F.S.; revising definitions; amending s. 288.7031, F.S.; revising applicability; amending s. 288.705, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the statewide contracts register; repealing ss. 288.706, 288.7094, 288.7102, 288.71025, 288.7103, and 288.714, F.S., relating to the Florida Minority Business Loan Mobilization Program and the Black Business Loan Program; amending s. 295.187, F.S.; providing duties of the Office of Supplier Development relating to the Florida Veteran Business Enterprise Opportunity act; repealing s. 373.607, F.S., relating to minority business enterprise procurement goals; repealing s. 473.3065, F.S., relating to the Clay Ford Scholarship Program and the Certified Public Accountant Education Minority Assistance Advisory Council; repealing s. 641.217, F.S., relating to the requirement of minority recruitment and retention plans under the Health Maintenance Organization Act; repealing s. 760.80, F.S., relating to minority representation on boards, commissions, councils, and committees; amending ss. 16.615, 17.11, 20.60, 43.16, 110.105, 110.116, 110.211, 110.403, 187.201, 212.096, 215.971, 255.0992, 255.20, 282.201, 282.709, 286.101, 287.012, 287.0571, 287.056, 287.059, 287.0591, 287.138, 288.0001, 288.001, 288.0065, 288.12266, 288.124, 288.776, 290.004, 290.0056, 290.0057, 290.046, 320.63, 331.351, 334.045, 338.227, 339.2821, 339.63, 348.754, 376.3072, 376.84, 381.986, 394.47865, 402.7305, 408.045, 409.901, 440.45, 489.125, 570.07, 616.255, 616.256, 625.3255, 627.351, 627.3511, 657.042, 658.67, 947.02, 947.021, 957.09, 1001.706, 1004.435, 1009.70, 1013.45, and 1013.46, F.S.; conforming cross-references and provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Judson Sapp (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0373 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec/Appellate Court Clerks
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to expand privacy protections for appellate court clerks by creating a new exemption from public disclosure requirements. Specifically, the bill defines "appellate court" to include the Florida Supreme Court and district courts of appeal, and provides that the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of current appellate court clerks, as well as the personal information of their spouses and children, will be exempt from public records requests. The bill includes a provision for future legislative review of the exemption, with an automatic repeal date of October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The rationale for this exemption, as stated in the bill, is to protect appellate court clerks and their families from potential retaliation or targeting by disgruntled litigants, acknowledging that their work may sometimes create personal safety risks. The bill also makes a technical conforming amendment to another section of Florida statutes and will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining the term "appellate court"; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current appellate court clerks and the spouses and children of such appellate court clerks; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; amending s. 744.21031, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Gottlieb (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1282 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Veterans Florida Opportunity Program
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing Veterans Florida Opportunity Program by creating a new public records exemption for specific materials and information collected by Florida Is For Veterans, Inc. while administering the program. The exemption covers sensitive documents such as manufacturing methods, trade secrets, workforce training plans, business transactions, military records, skills assessments, career goals, resumes, financial information, and funding proposals received from program participants like private enterprises, educational institutions, and other organizations. These materials will be confidential and exempt from public records requirements, though aggregated data without personal identifying information can still be reported. The exemption is set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it through a review process. The bill's rationale is to protect the personal privacy of job seekers and the confidential business information of participating organizations, which could be compromised if such materials were made publicly available. By maintaining confidentiality, the state aims to more effectively implement and administer the Veterans Florida Opportunity Program, which helps separating servicemembers, veterans, and others with career placement, training, and entrepreneurship support.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 295.22, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for specified materials and information received, generated, ascertained, or discovered by Florida Is For Veterans, Inc., while administering the Veterans Florida Opportunity Program; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0914 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records and Meetings/Reports on Adversarial Threats
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new confidentiality protections for sensitive government reports and meetings related to potential adversarial threats, specifically in the context of a potential Pacific conflict. The Chief of Domestic Security will be required to produce a detailed report by July 1, 2026, examining potential risks to state assets, critical infrastructure, and military installations, including specific vulnerabilities and recommended mitigation strategies. Both this report and subsequent notifications to owners and operators of critical infrastructure will be classified as confidential and exempt from public records laws. Additionally, any Council on Pacific Conflict meetings where these sensitive materials are discussed will be closed to the public. These exemptions are designed to prevent potentially harmful information about infrastructure vulnerabilities from being disclosed to potential bad actors. The confidentiality provisions are set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to extend them, which is a standard sunset provision to ensure periodic review of such exemptions. The bill emphasizes that keeping this information private is necessary to protect state and national security interests by preventing potential adversaries from gaining strategic insights into infrastructure vulnerabilities.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; amending s. 943.0315, F.S.; providing an exemption from public record requirements for a certain report on adversarial threats produced by the Chief of Domestic Security; providing an exemption from public record requirements for notifications provided to owners and operators of critical infrastructure and other assets; providing an exemption from public meeting requirements for meetings of the Council on Pacific Conflict in which such reports or notifications are provided or discussed; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1181 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Motor Vehicle Insurance
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively reforms Florida's motor vehicle insurance laws by repealing the state's no-fault insurance system and replacing it with a new mandatory bodily injury and property damage liability coverage framework. Beginning July 1, 2026, the bill eliminates personal injury protection (PIP) insurance and requires all motor vehicle owners to maintain minimum liability insurance coverage of $25,000 for bodily injury or death to one person, $50,000 for bodily injury or death to two or more persons, and $10,000 for property damage. The legislation modifies numerous statutes across multiple sections of Florida law to remove references to PIP coverage and adjust insurance requirements for various types of vehicles, including commercial vehicles, transportation network company vehicles, and autonomous vehicles. The bill also introduces new notice requirements for insurers to inform policyholders about the changes, allows insureds to modify their existing policies, and provides for the continued enforcement of existing insurance regulations for accidents that occurred before the July 1, 2026 effective date. Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions related to uninsured motorist coverage and establishes new requirements for insurance disclosures, fraud prevention, and financial responsibility.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to motor vehicle insurance; repealing ss. 627.730, 627.731, 627.7311, 627.732, 627.733, 627.734, 627.736, 627.737, 627.739, 627.7401, 627.7403, and 627.7405, F.S., which make up the Florida Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law; repealing s. 627.7407, F.S., relating to application of the Florida Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law; amending s. 316.2122, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 316.646, F.S.; revising a requirement for proof of security on a motor vehicle and the applicability of the requirement; amending s. 318.18, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 320.02, F.S.; revising the motor vehicle insurance coverages that an applicant must show to register certain vehicles with the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; revising construction; amending s. 320.0609, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 320.27, F.S.; defining the term "garage liability insurance"; revising garage liability insurance requirements for motor vehicle dealer license applicants; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; making technical changes; amending s. 320.771, F.S.; revising garage liability insurance requirements for recreational vehicle dealer license applicants; amending ss. 322.251 and 322.34, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.011, F.S.; revising legislative purpose and intent; amending s. 324.021, F.S.; revising definitions; revising minimum coverage requirements for proof of financial responsibility for specified motor vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; defining the term "for-hire passenger transportation vehicle"; amending s. 324.022, F.S.; revising minimum liability coverage requirements for motor vehicle owners or operators; revising authorized methods for meeting such requirements; deleting a provision relating to an insurer's duty to defend certain claims; revising the definition of the term "motor vehicle" to exclude some vehicles; providing security requirements for certain excluded vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.0221, F.S.; revising coverages that subject a policy to certain insurer reporting and notice requirements; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 324.0222, F.S.; providing that driver license or motor vehicle registration suspensions for failure to maintain required security which are in effect before a specified date remain in full force and effect; providing that such suspended licenses or registrations may be reinstated as provided in a specified section; amending s. 324.023, F.S.; conforming cross-references; amending s. 324.031, F.S.; specifying a method of proving financial responsibility by owners or operators of motor vehicles other than for-hire passenger transportation vehicles; revising the amount of a certificate of deposit required to elect a certain method of proof of financial responsibility; revising liability coverage requirements for a person electing to use such method; amending s. 324.032, F.S.; revising financial responsibility requirements for owners or lessees of for-hire passenger transportation vehicles; amending s. 324.051, F.S.; making technical changes; specifying that motor vehicles include motorcycles for purposes of the section; amending ss. 324.071 and 324.091, F.S.; making technical changes; amending s. 324.151, F.S.; revising requirements for motor vehicle liability insurance policies relating to coverage, and exclusion from coverage, for certain drivers and vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; making technical changes; defining terms; amending s. 324.161, F.S.; revising requirements for a certificate of deposit that is required if a person elects a certain method of proving financial responsibility; amending s. 324.171, F.S.; revising the minimum net worth requirements to qualify certain persons as self-insurers; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.242, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.251, F.S.; revising a short title and an effective date; amending s. 400.9905, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "clinic"; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 400.991 and 400.9935, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 409.901, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "third-party benefit"; amending s. 409.910, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "medical coverage"; amending s. 456.057, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 456.072, F.S.; revising specified grounds for discipline for certain health professions; defining the term "upcode"; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 626.9541, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; revising certain prohibited acts related to specified insurance coverage payment requirements; amending s. 626.989, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "fraudulent insurance act"; amending s. 627.06501, F.S.; revising coverages that may provide for a reduction in motor vehicle insurance policy premium charges under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.0651, F.S.; specifying requirements for rate filings for motor vehicle liability policies that implement requirements in effect on a specified date; requiring that such filings be approved through a certain process; amending s. 627.0652, F.S.; revising coverages that must provide a premium charge reduction under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.0653, F.S.; revising coverages that are subject to premium discounts for specified motor vehicle equipment; amending s. 627.4132, F.S.; revising coverages that are subject to a stacking prohibition; amending s. 627.4137, F.S.; requiring insurers to disclose certain information at the request of a claimant's attorney; authorizing a claimant to file an action under certain circumstances; providing for the award of reasonable attorney fees and costs under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.7263, F.S.; revising coverages that are deemed primary, except under certain circumstances, for the lessor of a motor vehicle for lease or rent; revising a notice that is required if the lessee's coverage is to be primary; amending s. 627.727, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; revising the legal liability of an uninsured motorist coverage insurer; amending s. 627.7275, F.S.; revising required coverages for a motor vehicle insurance policy; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 627.7278, F.S.; defining the term "minimum security requirements"; providing a prohibition, requirements, and construction relating to motor vehicle insurance policies as of a certain date; requiring insurers to allow certain insureds to make certain coverage changes, subject to certain conditions; requiring an insurer to provide, by a specified date, a specified notice to policyholders relating to requirements under the act; amending s. 627.728, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.7295, F.S.; revising the definitions of the terms "policy" and "binder"; revising the coverages of a motor vehicle insurance policy for which a licensed general lines agent may charge a specified fee; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.7415, F.S.; revising additional liability insurance requirements for commercial motor vehicles; amending s. 627.747, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.748, F.S.; revising insurance requirements for transportation network company drivers; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; conforming cross-references; amending ss. 627.7483 and 627.749, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.8405, F.S.; revising coverages in a policy sold in combination with an accidental death and dismemberment policy which a premium finance company may not finance; revising rulemaking authority of the Financial Services Commission; amending ss. 627.915, 628.909, 705.184, and 713.78, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 817.234, F.S.; revising coverages that are the basis of specified prohibited false and fraudulent insurance claims; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; deleting provisions relating to prohibited changes in certain mental or physical reports; providing an appropriation; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Danny Alvarez (R)*, Meg Weinberger (R)*, Susan L. Valdés (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0325 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Court-ordered Sealing of Criminal History Records
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's existing law regarding court-ordered sealing of criminal history records by expanding eligibility and clarifying sealing procedures. The bill allows courts to seal criminal history records under new conditions, specifically permitting sealing of records related to misdemeanor offenses that are not violent or domestic violence-related. It also introduces a provision allowing courts to seal up to three records of adjudication of guilt, with the possibility of sealing additional records if they directly relate to the original adjudication. The bill revises the circumstances under which individuals can petition to seal their criminal records, including modifications to previous restrictions on prior adjudications and sealing attempts. Importantly, the bill maintains existing protections that require individuals to disclose sealed records in specific situations, such as when applying for certain jobs involving vulnerable populations, seeking professional licenses, or purchasing firearms. The changes aim to provide more flexibility in record sealing while maintaining public safety considerations. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving legal systems and agencies time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to court-ordered sealing of criminal history records; amending s. 943.059, F.S.; revising eligibility requirements for the court-ordered sealing of certain criminal history records; authorizing courts to seal additional adjudications of guilt in certain circumstances; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Traci Koster (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1278 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Department of Management Services Vendor Information
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statutes to create a public records exemption for vendor background information held electronically by the Department of Management Services (DMS). Specifically, the bill makes vendor background information and related data exempt from public records requirements, meaning such information cannot be freely accessed through standard public records requests. However, the bill allows this sensitive information to be shared between governmental entities for official purposes. The exemption is designed to protect proprietary and sensitive vendor information that could potentially compromise government procurement processes or be subject to undue foreign influence. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that protecting vendor background information is necessary to maintain the integrity of vendor evaluations, procurement decisions, and government operational safety. The bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1276) during the 2025 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 287.042, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain vendor information held by the Department of Management Services in electronic systems; authorizing the sharing of such information to other governmental entities for a specified purpose; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0231 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Medical Examiners
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to add medical examiners to the list of professionals whose personal identifying information is exempt from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill defines a "medical examiner" as any district, associate, or substitute medical examiner under Chapter 406, including their employees, deputies, or agents. The exemption covers home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of current and former medical examiners, as well as the personal information of their spouses and children. The bill provides that this information will be protected from public records requests to safeguard the privacy and safety of medical examiners and their families, recognizing that public disclosure could potentially compromise their ability to perform their duties and expose them to personal security risks. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The bill includes a detailed explanation of the public necessity for this exemption, emphasizing the potential harm that could result from releasing such personal information and the importance of protecting these public servants and their families.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining the term "medical examiner"; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current and former medical examiners and the spouses and children of such medical examiners; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kim Kendall (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1146 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Hope Florida Program
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a public records exemption for personal identifying information of participants in the Hope Florida program, which is designed to assist vulnerable Florida residents. Specifically, the bill exempts personal identifying information contained in records held by the Hope Florida Office or any participating agencies from public disclosure requirements. The Legislature argues that protecting this information is necessary because the program deals with sensitive personal details such as employment status, housing situation, domestic circumstances, and access to medical care. The bill contends that making this information public could discourage participation by individuals in vulnerable situations who might fear abuse or exploitation. The exemption is not permanent; it is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The effective date of this exemption is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1144) during the 2025 Regular Session, and the exemption applies retroactively to records created before, on, or after the effective date.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 23.44, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying information of a participant in the Hope Florida program contained in records held by the Hope Florida Office or any other agency designated to participate in the administering the program; providing retroactive application; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Governmental Oversight and Accountability, Danny Burgess (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/02/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0155 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Judicial Qualifications Commission Employees
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption from public disclosure for personal identifying and location information of current and former employees of the Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC), as well as their spouses and children. Specifically, the bill protects home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, photographs, and places of employment from public records requests. The exemption extends to the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by employees' children. The bill includes a provision for legislative review and automatic repeal of the exemption on October 2, 2030, unless reenacted by the Legislature. The rationale for this exemption stems from concerns about potential harassment and intimidation of JQC employees by dissatisfied litigants who may seek to target employees after investigations into judicial misconduct complaints. The bill aims to protect JQC employees from potential physical harm and harassment by keeping their personal information private. The new exemption will apply to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date, which is July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current or former employees of the Judicial Qualifications Commission and the personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such employees; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Patt Maney (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1434 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Florida's public records law to provide more clarity and stronger enforcement mechanisms for public records requests. The bill revises the definition of "actual cost of duplication" to include agency resource costs, such as clerical assistance and information technology expenses, while prohibiting overhead cost charges. It mandates that public agencies must acknowledge public records requests promptly and in good faith, responding within three business days by either providing the records, estimating completion time and costs, or denying the request with a specific statutory exemption. The bill introduces penalties for agencies that fail to comply, including prohibiting cost assessments if they do not respond within the specified timeframe. Additionally, the bill strengthens provisions around fee assessment, requiring uniform fee reductions or waivers for public purposes, prohibiting charges for previously disclosed records, and preventing agencies from charging for redaction of exempt information. The legislation also enhances legal remedies for requesters, allowing courts to assess penalties against agencies that intentionally disregard public records laws, and provides mechanisms for recovering attorney fees. The bill aims to improve transparency and accountability in public records access by creating more specific guidelines and consequences for non-compliance.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.011, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “actual cost of duplication”; amending s. 119.07, F.S.; providing that it is a violation of ch. 119, F.S., to fail to acknowledge a public record request promptly and in good faith; requiring that custodians of public records perform specified actions within a specified timeframe; prohibiting the agency from imposing costs or fees if the custodian fails to take such actions in the required timeframe; requiring custodians to state in writing certain justifications and citations; prohibiting an agency from asserting that a record was exempt or confidential and exempt under specified circumstances; providing that an agency may not assert certain justifications under specified circumstances; deleting provisions authorizing a fee for accessing a public record electronically under a contractual agreement; prohibiting agencies from charging for specified public records requests; defining the term “any electronic medium stored, maintained, or used by an agency”; requiring agencies to provide public records requests in specified formats; authorizing agencies to charge a fee for such provision; providing for the reduction or waiver of fees under specified conditions; requiring that such reductions and waivers be applied uniformly; prohibiting an agency from charging for a certain timeframe under specified conditions; requiring that a written, detailed cost estimate be provided upon request to persons seeking to inspect or copy a public record; declaring that an agency is not authorized to charge fees for redaction of certain records; amending s. 119.10, F.S.; providing that violations of any law providing access to public records is a violation of ch. 119, F.S.; providing a civil penalty for persons who violate provisions related to accessing public records; providing criminal penalties for persons outside this state who knowingly violate specified provisions; requiring courts to assess specified penalties if the court makes certain determinations; amending s. 119.12, F.S.; requiring that the court assess and award against agencies certain costs and fees; requiring that certain fees be assessed against an agency under certain conditions; authorizing agency reimbursement of attorney fees and costs under specified conditions; amending s. 119.15, F.S.; requiring that certain provisions authorizing a public records exemption be repealed after a specified timeframe unless the Legislature reenacts the exemption; amending s. 921.0022, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Darryl Rouson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0055 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Sales of Ammunition
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statute 790.065 to extend confidentiality protections to records related to ammunition purchases, similar to existing protections for firearm purchases. Specifically, the bill makes records containing information about buyers or transferees of ammunition who are not legally prohibited from receiving such items confidential and exempt from public records disclosure requirements. The bill includes a sunset provision that will automatically repeal these confidentiality protections on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts them. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that releasing such information could potentially lead to harassment of law-abiding citizens exercising their Second Amendment rights, drawing parallels to existing protections for firearm ownership records. The bill's effective date is contingent upon the passage of a related bill (HB 53) in the same legislative session. The confidentiality applies to records created by the Department of Law Enforcement during criminal history background checks, which must be destroyed within 48 hours after responding to a licensee's request.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 790.065, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for records containing certain information pertaining to a buyer or transferee who is not found to be prohibited from receipt or transfer of ammunition; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/16/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Daley (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 12/16/2024
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1438 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Online Access to Materials Harmful to Minors
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive requirements for online platforms, device manufacturers, and application developers to protect minors from accessing harmful online materials. Beginning January 1, 2026, developers of applications likely to be accessed by children must determine their audience composition and provide parental control features such as managing account linkages, content appropriateness, and daily usage time limits. Covered manufacturers (like device and operating system makers) must implement age verification mechanisms, including determining or estimating a user's age during device activation and providing digital age signals that categorize users into age brackets (under 13, 13-16, 16-18, and 18+). Application stores must obtain parental consent for users under 16 downloading applications and provide mechanisms for developers to verify user ages. The bill allows the Attorney General to enforce these requirements, with potential civil penalties up to $50,000 for violations, but requires a 45-day notice and cure period before initiating enforcement actions. The legislation aims to create a standardized approach to protecting minors online while providing some flexibility for technological implementation and maintaining non-discriminatory practices across platforms.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to online access to materials harmful to minors; creating s. 282.803, F.S.; defining terms; requiring a developer to, beginning on a specified date, make specific determinations about covered applications, provide notice to application stores about such applications, and provide certain features for parents to protect a user that is a child; requiring a covered manufacturer to, beginning on a specified date, take certain steps to determine specified information about the user, provide certain notices, and provide developers of covered applications with a specified means to verify the age of a user; providing requirements for devices sold before a specified date; providing construction; requiring an application store to establish nondiscriminatory practices; providing for enforcement actions by the Attorney General; providing an affirmative defense; providing a limitation on liability for a covered manufacturer under certain circumstances; amending s. 501.1737, F.S.; revising definitions and defining terms; revising the age verification method used by certain commercial entities to verify the age of a person accessing certain material; providing an exception; requiring a covered manufacturer to ensure certain statutory requirements are met; authorizing the Department of Legal Affairs to bring an action against covered manufacturers; authorizing the imposition of civil penalties against covered manufacturers; removing certain liability and damage provisions for certain commercial entities; deleting provisions relating to public records exemptions and the Open Government Sunset Review Act; removing the definition of the term “proprietary information”; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 501.1741, F.S.; requiring covered manufacturers to take certain steps upon activation of a device; requiring certain websites, applications, or online services to take certain actions based on the amount of material harmful to minors found on such website, application, or online service; requiring covered manufacturers to comply with statutory requirements in a nondiscriminatory manner; prohibiting covered manufacturers from taking certain actions; authorizing the Department of Legal Affairs to adopt rules and regulations; providing preemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Erin Grall (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1155 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub.Rec./Electronic Systems
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a public records exemption for electronic systems that provide background information on vendors seeking to do business with the state of Florida. Specifically, the bill allows governmental entities to access these electronic systems and protects the sensitive vendor information from public disclosure. The exemption covers background information on vendors, including any derived or related information, and prevents this data from being subject to standard public records requests under Florida's Sunshine Law. The bill includes important safeguards: the information can be shared between governmental entities for official purposes, and the exemption is not permanent—it is set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reviews and reenacts it. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that protecting vendor information is necessary to maintain the integrity of procurement processes, prevent potential undue foreign influence, and ensure the safety and security of government operations. The bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation (HB 1153) during the 2025 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 287.042, F.S.; providing a public records exemption for electronic systems that provide background information on vendors seeking to do business with the state; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Fiona McFarland (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0136 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public School Personnel Salary Schedules
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's public school personnel salary schedules by making several key changes to how school districts can structure employee compensation. The bill eliminates several existing definitions related to salary schedules, including references to "grandfathered" and "performance" salary schedules, and removes previous requirements for mandatory performance-based pay adjustments. Instead, district school boards will now have the option, rather than the requirement, to base a portion of employee compensation on performance. The bill revises base salary calculations for instructional personnel and school administrators, allowing more flexibility in how salaries are determined. Districts will still be required to provide salary supplements for certain conditions, such as assignments to Title I schools, schools with low grades, critical shortage areas, and additional academic responsibilities. Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, districts must adopt salary schedules that can incorporate performance-based elements, but are not strictly mandated to do so. The bill also removes previous provisions that protected performance salary schedules from budget-related reductions. Additionally, the bill reenacts several related statutes to incorporate these changes, ensuring consistency across different sections of Florida's education law, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public school personnel salary schedules; amending s. 1012.22, F.S.; deleting definitions; deleting a requirement relating to cost of-living salary adjustments; revising requirements for salary schedules for school employees; authorizing, rather than requiring, a district school board to base a portion of each employee’s compensation on performance; deleting a requirement that district school boards adopt a performance salary schedule based on specified requirements; revising the requirement for a base salary for instructional personnel or school administrators; revising conditions under which a district school board must provide salary supplements; deleting a provision that prohibits a performance salary schedule from being reduced due to budget constraints; making technical changes; reenacting ss. 1002.33(16)(b), 1002.451(5)(a), 1003.621(2)(h), and 1011.6202(3)(b), F.S., relating to charter school exemption from statutes, district innovation school of technology program exemption from statutes, academically high performing school districts’ compliance with statutes and rules, and Principal Autonomy Program Initiative exemption from laws, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 1012.22, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/30/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 12/30/2024
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0029 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec. and Meetings/Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a creates aptionption for certain personal information information related to social health workers under licenses collected through the Social Work License Interstate Compact (SLIC). The exempt social workers' personal identifying details (except name and license status), info) public record transparency requirements, It only to permit disclosurers that are authorized by the originating state's reporting body. The bill provides legislative protections for confidmeeting records around theissions of the the SLIC Commission where sensitive confidprofessional matters are discussed legal occurring. Recordings, minutes, or generated during such exempt meeting discussions would also remain protectedionally prohibited from public discloslosureures. These protcontingent specificices would automatically repcome October 2, 030 unless legislative legislative body reviews evidproactively a re legislative findings find is that thesess confidential protects ensure foriving implementing interstate licensing license compacross multiple states reasonable, ensuring professional privacy and comity of licensing standards. The administrative processes across potentially multiple state jurisdictions.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 491.023, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain information held by the Department of Health or the Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling pursuant to the Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact; authorizing the disclosure of such information under certain circumstances; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain meetings or portions of certain meetings of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission or its executive committee or other committees; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during the exempt meetings or portions of such meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/07/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee, Christine Hunschofsky (D)*, Daryl Campbell (D)*, Dianne Hart (D), Dotie Joseph (D), Mitch Rosenwald (D), Marie Woodson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0019 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Victims of Domestic Violence and Dating Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands protections for victims of domestic and dating violence by implementing several key provisions. First, it requires the Division of Telecommunications to conduct a feasibility study for creating a web-based 911 alert system specifically designed for domestic and dating violence victims, which would include features like real-time data-sharing between emergency call centers and law enforcement, unique telephone numbers for users, and the ability to transmit critical data during emergency calls. The bill also updates existing statutes to explicitly include dating violence alongside domestic violence, providing a comprehensive definition of dating violence that encompasses various forms of physical and emotional abuse within significant romantic relationships. Additionally, the bill expands the Attorney General's Address Confidentiality Program to allow victims of dating violence to apply for a confidential address, similar to protections currently available for domestic violence victims. The legislation requires the Division of Telecommunications to report the findings of the 911 alert system feasibility study to the Legislature by January 31, 2026, and mandates that state and local agencies provide information about protection and address confidentiality programs to dating violence victims. The bill aims to enhance safety mechanisms and support systems for individuals experiencing relationship-based violence, with provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to victims of domestic violence and dating violence; providing definitions; requiring the Division of Telecommunications within the Department of Management Services to consult with certain entities to conduct a feasibility study regarding a specified alert system; providing requirements for such alert system; requiring the division to report to the Legislature the results of the feasibility study by a specified date; amending s. 741.401, F.S.; revising legislative findings to include victims of dating violence; amending s. 741.402, F.S.; defining the term "dating violence"; amending s. 741.403, F.S.; authorizing victims of dating violence to apply to participate in the Attorney General's address confidentiality program; amending s. 741.408, F.S.; requiring the Attorney General to designate certain entities to assist victims of dating violence applying to be address confidentiality program participants; amending ss. 741.4651 and 960.001, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Criminal Justice Subcommittee, Yvonne Hinson (D)*, Webster Barnaby (R)*, Robin Bartleman (D), Daryl Campbell (D), Dan Daley (D), Anna Eskamani (D), Mike Gottlieb (D), Rita Harris (D), Christine Hunschofsky (D), Johanna López (D), Mitch Rosenwald (D), Marie Woodson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0041 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Victims of Domestic Violence and Dating Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida law to expand the Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) for Victims of Domestic and Dating Violence by specifically including victims of dating violence in the existing public records exemption. The bill defines "address" as a residential street address, school address, or work address specified in a program participant's application and creates exemptions that protect the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and social security numbers of dating violence victims participating in the program from public disclosure. These exemptions apply to records held by the Office of the Attorney General, the Department of State, and supervisors of elections, and can only be disclosed under specific circumstances such as executing an arrest warrant or through a court order. The bill includes a strong rationale for these protections, emphasizing the need to prevent potential harm to victims by keeping their location and contact information confidential. The exemptions are subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts them, and the bill will take effect on the same date as another related piece of legislation (HB 19).
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 741.465, F.S.; defining the term "address"; providing that the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and social security numbers of victims of dating violence who participate in the Address Confidentiality Program for Victims of Domestic and Dating Violence are exempt from public records requirements; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/10/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Criminal Justice Subcommittee, Yvonne Hinson (D)*, Anna Eskamani (D), Rita Harris (D), Johanna López (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0222 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records and Meetings/Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new exemptions from public records and meetings requirements for certain aspects of the Social Work Licensure Compact in Florida. Specifically, the bill protects a social worker's personal identifying information (except for name, licensure status, and number) from public disclosure when held by the Department of Health or Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling. The bill also establishes exemptions for meetings of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission when discussing sensitive topics such as potential disciplinary actions, litigation, employee matters, trade secrets, and investigative records. The exemptions allow the commission to close certain meetings and keep associated recordings, minutes, and records confidential. The Legislature justifies these exemptions as necessary for the state to effectively participate in the Social Work Licensure Compact, which requires protecting certain sensitive information. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning these exemptions will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reviews and renews them. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 220) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 491.023, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain information held by the Department of Health or the Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling pursuant to the Social Work Licensure Compact; authorizing the disclosure of such information under certain circumstances; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain meetings or portions of certain meetings of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission or its executive committee or other committees; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during the exempt meetings or portions of such meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gayle Harrell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0027 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact, a comprehensive framework that allows licensed social workers to practice across multiple states more easily. The compact establishes a system for multistate licensing, enabling social workers to obtain a single license that allows them to practice in participating states while maintaining strong regulatory oversight. Key provisions include requiring applicants to meet specific educational and professional standards, creating a centralized data system to track licensee information and disciplinary actions, and establishing a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to manage the interstate agreement. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, support military families, and facilitate the exchange of licensure and disciplinary information between states. Social workers seeking a multistate license must have an active, unencumbered license in their home state, pass a national exam, submit to background checks, and agree to abide by the laws of the state where they are providing services. The compact also provides mechanisms for addressing disciplinary issues, with the home state retaining primary authority to take adverse action against a social worker's license. The bill includes amendments to various Florida statutes to implement the compact's requirements and ensure proper integration with existing state licensing regulations.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact; creating s. 491.022, F.S.; creating the Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact; providing purposes, objectives, and definitions; specifying requirements for state participation in the compact and duties of member states; specifying that the compact does not affect an individual's ability to apply for, and a member state's ability to grant, a single state license pursuant to the laws of that state; providing for recognition of compact privilege in member states; specifying criteria a licensee must meet for compact privilege; providing for the expiration and renewal of compact privilege; specifying that a licensee with compact privilege in a remote state must adhere to the laws and rules of that state; authorizing member states to act on a licensee's compact privilege under certain circumstances; specifying the consequences and parameters of practice for a licensee whose compact privilege has been acted upon or whose home state license is encumbered; specifying that a licensee may hold a home state license in only one member state at a time; specifying requirements and procedures for changing a home state license designation; authorizing hb27-01-c1 active duty military personnel or their spouses to keep their home state designation during active duty; authorizing member states to take adverse actions against licensees and issue subpoenas for hearings and investigations under certain circumstances; providing requirements and procedures for such adverse action; authorizing member states to engage in joint investigations under certain circumstances; providing that a licensee's compact privilege must be deactivated in all member states for the duration of an encumbrance imposed by the licensee's home state; providing for notice to the data system and the licensee's home state of any adverse action taken against a licensee; establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission; providing for jurisdiction and venue for court proceedings; providing for membership and powers of the commission; specifying powers and duties of the commission's executive committee; authorizing the commission to convene in closed, nonpublic meetings under certain circumstances; providing for the financing of the commission; providing specified individuals immunity from civil liability under certain circumstances; providing exceptions; requiring the commission to defend the specified individuals in civil actions hb27-01-c1 under certain circumstances; requiring the commission to indemnify and hold harmless specified individuals for any settlement or judgment obtained in such actions under certain circumstances; providing for the development of the data system, reporting procedures, and the exchange of specified information between member states; requiring the commission to notify member states of any adverse action taken against a licensee or applicant for licensure; authorizing member states to designate as confidential information provided to the data system; requiring the commission to remove information from the data system under certain circumstances; providing rulemaking procedures for the commission; providing for member state enforcement of the compact; authorizing the commission to receive notice of process, and have standing to intervene, in certain proceedings; rendering certain judgments and orders void as to the commission, the compact, or commission rules under certain circumstances; providing for defaults and termination of compact membership; providing procedures for the resolution of certain disputes; providing for commission enforcement of the compact; providing for remedies; providing for implementation of, withdrawal from, and amendment to the compact; specifying that hb27-01-c1 licensees practicing in a remote state under the compact must adhere to the laws and rules of that state; specifying that the compact, commission rules, and commission actions are binding on member states; providing construction; providing for severability; amending s. 456.073, F.S.; requiring the Department of Health to report certain investigative information to the data system; amending s. 456.076, F.S.; requiring monitoring contracts for certain impaired practitioners to contain certain terms; amending s. 491.004, F.S.; requiring the Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling to appoint an individual to serve as the state's delegate on the commission; amending ss. 491.005 and 491.006, F.S.; exempting certain persons from licensure requirements; amending s. 491.009, F.S.; authorizing certain disciplinary action under the compact for specified prohibited acts; amending s. 768.28, F.S.; designating the state's delegate and other members or employees of the commission as state agents for the purpose of applying waivers of sovereign immunity; requiring the commission to pay certain claims or judgments; authorizing the commission to maintain insurance coverage to pay such claims or judgments; providing an effective date. hb27-01-c1
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• Introduced: 12/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 15 : Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee, Christine Hunschofsky (D)*, Traci Koster (R)*, Daryl Campbell (D), Fentrice Driskell (D), Anna Eskamani (D), Rita Harris (D), Dianne Hart (D), Dotie Joseph (D), Johanna López (D), Lauren Melo (R), Jim Mooney (R), Mitch Rosenwald (D), Michelle Salzman (R), Susan L. Valdés (R), Marie Woodson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1472 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/School Security Guards
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statutes to create an exemption from public records requirements for information that would identify individuals certified as school security guards. Specifically, the bill prevents the Department of Law Enforcement, law enforcement agencies, school districts, and charter schools from disclosing details about who has been certified to serve as a school security guard. The exemption will remain in effect until October 2030, unless the Legislature votes to extend it. The bill includes a detailed statement of public necessity, arguing that revealing the identities of school security guards could compromise their safety and effectiveness, potentially undermining their ability to deter or respond to threats in schools. By keeping their certification status confidential, the bill aims to protect both the school security guards and the students they protect. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1470) during the same legislative session. Key legal terms in the bill reference Florida Statutes sections 119.07(1) and Article I, Section 24(a) of the State Constitution, which typically govern public records access.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 30.15, F.S.; providing that certain information relating to school security guards held by the Department of Law Enforcement, a law enforcement agency, a school district, or a charter school is exempt from public records requirements; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Danny Burgess (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0300 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Appellate Court Clerks and their Spouses and Children
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands public records exemptions to protect the personal identifying and location information of current appellate court clerks, deputy clerks, and their spouses and children. Specifically, the bill defines an "appellate court" as the Florida Supreme Court or a district court of appeal and adds these court personnel to the existing list of public employees whose home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs are exempt from public records requirements. The exemption covers not only the clerks themselves but also their spouses and children, including their names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, places of employment, and the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill provides a rationale for this exemption, noting that court clerks may face potential threats from disgruntled litigants and their associates, and therefore protecting their personal information is necessary for their safety. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically be repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The bill also makes a conforming change to another statute and will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining the term “appellate court”; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current appellate court clerks and the spouses and children of such appellate court clerks; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a method for maintenance of an exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; amending s. 744.21031, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Governmental Oversight and Accountability, Darryl Rouson (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/02/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0242 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records and Public Meetings/Helping Abuse Victims Escape Now (HAVEN) Coordinating Council
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens confidentiality protections for victims of domestic and dating violence by modifying the Helping Abuse Victims Escape Now (HAVEN) Coordinating Council's handling of sensitive information. Specifically, the bill ensures that any confidential or exempt information obtained by the council retains its protected status, including personal identifying details of domestic and dating violence victims. The bill also creates an exemption to public meetings requirements, allowing the council to discuss sensitive information in closed portions of meetings when the discussion involves victim identities, potential physical harm, or prevention strategies. The legislature justifies these provisions by emphasizing that disclosing such sensitive personal information could impede open communication and potentially harm victims. The confidentiality protections are narrowly tailored to protect victim privacy while still maintaining public oversight of the council's broader activities. The bill will take effect on the same date as related legislation (SB 240) if that bill is adopted in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and public meetings; amending s. 741.317, F.S.; specifying that information obtained by the Helping Abuse Victims Escape Now (HAVEN) Coordinating Council which is exempt or confidential and exempt from public records requirements retains its protected status; providing an exemption from public records requirements for personal identifying information of a victim of domestic violence and dating violence and other specified information contained in records held by the coordinating council; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for portions of the coordinating council’s meetings during which exempt or confidential and exempt information is discussed; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lori Berman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0308 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Injunctions for Protection in Cases of Repeat or Serious Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands Florida's legal framework for injunctions of protection by replacing the term "repeat violence" with "repeat or serious violence" and broadening the definition of what constitutes such violence. Specifically, the bill defines repeat or serious violence as: two incidents of violence or stalking within 6 months; one act causing bodily injury to the petitioner; or a death threat against the petitioner. The legislation modifies numerous sections of Florida law to incorporate this new definition, affecting areas such as firearm licensing, criminal procedure, court records, and protection order enforcement. The bill aims to provide broader protections for victims by creating more comprehensive legal mechanisms to prevent and address repeated or serious violent behavior. Key changes include allowing individuals to seek protective injunctions more easily, updating various legal references to reflect the new terminology, and ensuring that law enforcement and court systems have clear guidelines for handling cases involving repeat or serious violence. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies and courts time to prepare for the implementation of these new provisions.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to injunctions for protection in cases of repeat or serious violence; amending s. 784.046, F.S.; replacing the term “repeat violence” with the term “repeat or serious violence”; defining the term “repeat or serious violence”; expanding the grounds for an existing cause of action for an injunction of protection to include serious violence in addition to repeat violence; revising the name of an existing cause of action to an injunction for protection in cases of repeat or serious violence, rather than in cases of repeat violence; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 44.407, 61.1825, 119.0714, 394.4597, 394.4598, 741.2901, 741.30, 741.313, 784.047, 784.048, 790.06, 790.065, 934.03, and 943.05, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; reenacting ss. 28.2221(8)(a), (c), and (d), 61.1827(1), 741.311(2), 741.315(2), 790.401(2)(e) and (3)(c), 901.15(6), 901.41(5), 921.141(6)(p), 921.1425(7)(j), and 934.425(3), F.S., relating to electronic access to official records, identifying information concerning applicants for and recipients of child support services, Hope Card Program for persons issued orders of protection, recognition of foreign protection orders, risk protection orders, when arrest by a law enforcement officer without a warrant is lawful, prearrest diversion programs, aggravating factors relating to a sentence of death or life imprisonment for capital felonies, aggravating factors relating to a sentence of death or life imprisonment for capital sexual battery, and installation or use of tracking devices or tracking applications, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 784.046, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Barbara Sharief (D)*, Darryl Rouson (D), Jason Pizzo (I), Mack Bernard (D), Carlos Smith (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0258 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Sale or Transfer of Ammunition
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida law to extend confidentiality protections to records related to ammunition purchases, similar to existing protections for firearm purchases. Specifically, the bill makes records created by the Department of Law Enforcement about a buyer or transferee of ammunition who is not legally prohibited from such a transaction confidential and exempt from public records requirements. The bill includes a sunset provision that will automatically repeal these confidentiality protections on October 2, 2030, unless re-approved by the Legislature. The legislative justification emphasizes protecting individuals from potential harassment or profiling based on their ammunition purchases, drawing parallels to existing protections for firearm ownership information. The bill argues that knowing someone has purchased ammunition could lead to unwarranted assumptions about their intentions or character, and thus the information should remain private. The bill's implementation is contingent upon the passage of related legislation (SB 256) in the same legislative session, and it requires future legislative review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act to maintain these confidentiality provisions.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 790.065, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for records containing certain information pertaining to a buyer or transferee who is not found to be prohibited from receipt or transfer of ammunition; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for the reversion of specified statutory text unless certain conditions are met; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tina Polsky (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1532 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Executive Branch
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes extensive changes to Florida's laws regarding state procurement, minority business enterprises, and vendor regulations. Here's a summary of the key provisions: This bill eliminates many existing provisions related to minority business enterprises and minority participation in state contracting. It renames the Office of Supplier Diversity to the Office of Supplier Development and redefines its mission to focus on assisting Florida-based enterprises in becoming state suppliers. The bill removes most race and gender-specific procurement goals and preferences, repeals several statutes related to minority business certification and participation, and creates a new comprehensive system for managing prohibited vendors. Key changes include establishing new criteria for prohibited vendor lists, creating a process for investigating and placing vendors on these lists, and setting guidelines for vendor disqualification. The bill introduces new preferences for Florida-based and U.S.-based businesses in state contracting, requiring agencies to give priority to vendors with principal places of business in Florida or the United States when considering bids of equal merit. Additionally, the legislation modifies various state agency contracting procedures, removes minority representation requirements from various boards and commissions, and updates multiple cross-references throughout Florida statutes to reflect these fundamental changes in procurement and business participation policies.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the executive branch; amending s. 17.11, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for the Chief Financial Officer to conform to changes made by the act; repealing s. 24.113, F.S., relating to minority participation for lottery retailers; amending s. 110.112, F.S.; revising policies regarding equal employment opportunity in state government; deleting certain requirements regarding affirmative action plans applicable to executive agencies, state attorneys, and public defenders; amending s. 110.123, F.S.; revising definitions applicable to administration of the state group insurance program; authorizing certain surviving dependent children to elect to continue certain coverage under the program; amending s. 110.12301, F.S.; revising provisions governing contracts for claims review services procured by the Division of State Group Insurance of the Department of Management Services; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; authorizing additional exempt positions from the Career Service System, subject to limitations and certain requirements; revising the definition of the term “department”; amending s. 110.211, F.S.; specifying the circumstances when open competition is not required in filling a vacant position; revising certain requirements regarding recruitment literature; amending s. 110.605, F.S.; deleting a requirement that the department develop a certain program relating to Selected Exempt Service positions; amending ss. 112.19 and 112.191, F.S.; revising eligibility for insurance coverage for dependent children of law enforcement, correctional, and correctional probation officers and firefighters who are injured or killed in the line of duty; amending s. 217.07, F.S.; providing a limitation on certain funds held in the Surplus Property Revolving Trust Fund account; repealing s. 255.101, F.S., relating to utilization of minority business enterprises in contracts for public construction works; repealing s. 255.102, F.S., relating to contractor utilization of minority business enterprises; amending s. 255.20, F.S.; revising the factors that a local government may consider in awarding certain bids and contracts for public construction works; amending s. 287.012, F.S.; deleting the definition of the term “minority business enterprise”; revising the definition of the term “office”; amending s. 287.042, F.S.; deleting certain duties and responsibilities of the Office of Supplier Diversity; amending s. 287.055, F.S.; revising factors that an agency is required to consider when acquiring professional architectural, engineering, landscape architectural, or surveying and mapping services; amending s. 287.057, F.S.; deleting requirements that an agency reserve certain contracts for certified minority business enterprises; revising qualifications for certain contract managers; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 287.059, F.S.; revising the factors that an agency is encouraged to consider when selecting outside firms for attorney services; amending s. 287.084, F.S.; revising provisions governing preferences for Florida-based businesses in procurement; providing criteria for companies to be deemed a Florida-based business; providing price preferences for competitive solicitations meeting certain criteria; providing applicability and construction; repealing s. 287.093, F.S., relating to the procurement of personal property and services from funds set aside for minority business enterprises; repealing s. 287.0931, F.S., relating to participation in bond underwriting by minority business enterprises; repealing s. 287.094, F.S., relating to penalties for discrimination and false representation in minority business enterprise programs; repealing s. 287.0943, F.S., relating to the certification of minority business enterprises; repealing s. 287.09431, F.S., relating to statewide and interlocal agreements on certification of business concerns for the status of minority business enterprise; amending s. 287.09451, F.S.; renaming the Office of Supplier Diversity as the Office of Supplier Development; revising the powers, duties, and functions of the office; repealing s. 287.0947, F.S., relating to the Florida Advisory Council on Small and Minority Business Development; creating s. 287.096, F.S.; defining terms; prohibiting vendors or affiliates from taking certain actions relating to procurement if placed on a prohibited vendor list maintained by the department; prohibiting a public entity from taking certain actions with a vendor or affiliate placed on any such list; requiring vendors and affiliates to provide certain certifications and make disclosures to an agency; providing applicability; requiring that invitations to bid, requests for proposals, invitations to negotiate, and contracts include a specified statement; requiring the department to maintain the prohibited vendor lists electronically, post the lists on its website, and update them at specified intervals; requiring a vendor or affiliate to notify the department within a specified timeframe of meeting criteria for placement on a prohibited vendor list; requiring a public entity to transmit certain vendor information to the department within a specific timeframe; providing requirements as to investigations and determinations made by the department; providing procedures regarding the placement of a vendor or an affiliate on a prohibited vendor list; providing procedures and requirements for removal from a prohibited vendor list; providing applicability; prohibiting a governmental entity from knowingly entering into contracts with, or accepting bids, proposals, or replies from, certain vendors or affiliates; authorizing the Attorney General to bring a civil action against a vendor or affiliate that violates specified provisions; specifying applicable penalties; authorizing the department to adopt certain rules; providing procedures for the Attorney General regarding any antitrust violations; providing factors for an administrative law judge to consider in determining placement on the antitrust violator vendor list; providing applicability; repealing s. 287.133, F.S., relating to public entity crimes and the denial or revocation of the right to transact business with public entities; repealing s. 287.134, F.S., relating to discrimination and the denial or revocation of the right to transact business with public entities; repealing s. 287.1346, F.S., relating to the provision of commodities produced by forced labor and the denial or revocation of the right to transact business with agencies; repealing s. 287.1351, F.S., relating to suspended vendors for state contracts; repealing s. 287.137(1) and (7), F.S., relating to antitrust violations and the denial or revocation of the right to transact business with public entities and the denial of economic benefits; transferring, renumbering, and amending s. 287.137(8), F.S.; revising provisions governing a public records exemption for certain investigatory records to conform to changes made by the act; amending s. 287.138, F.S.; revising applicable penalties for violations relating to contracting with entities of foreign countries of concern to conform to changes made by the act; repealing s. 288.1167, F.S., relating to sports franchise contract provisions for food and beverage concession and contract awards to minority business enterprises; amending s. 288.703, F.S.; deleting the definition of the term “certified minority business enterprise”; revising the definition of the term “ombudsman”; amending s. 288.7031, F.S.; revising a provision governing the application of certain definitions to conform to changes made by the act; amending s. 376.84, F.S.; revising economic incentives available for brownfield redevelopment; amending s. 440.45, F.S.; revising the composition of the statewide nominating commission for Judges of Compensation Claims; repealing s. 760.80, F.S., relating to minority representation on boards, commissions, councils, and committees; redesignating part V of ch. 760, F.S., as part IV to conform to changes made by the act; amending s. 1001.706, F.S.; deleting certain requirements that the Board of Governors must take regarding utilization of minority business enterprises; amending s. 1013.46, F.S.; deleting a provision authorizing a set-aside for minority business enterprises for the award of certain contracts; amending s. 16.615, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending ss. 43.16, 110.116, 212.096, 215.971, 255.0992, 282.201, 282.709, 286.101, 287.056, 287.0571, 287.0591, 288.0001, 288.706, 295.187, 376.3072, 394.47865, 402.7305, 408.045, 473.3065, 570.07, and 627.351, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Stan McClain (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0302 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Judicial Qualifications Commission
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Florida public records law to create a new exemption for personal identifying and location information of current and former employees of the Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC), as well as their spouses and children. Specifically, the bill protects home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of JQC employees from public disclosure. The exemption also covers the names, addresses, and employment details of their family members, including the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill provides context for this exemption, explaining that JQC employees face potential harassment and intimidation from dissatisfied litigants who may blame commission staff for judicial decisions. The exemption is subject to legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless renewed by the Legislature. The bill includes a statement of public necessity, arguing that protecting this personal information is crucial to prevent potential physical harm and harassment of JQC employees and their families. The new law will take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply retroactively to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current and former employees of the Judicial Qualifications Commission and the personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such employees; providing for legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Darryl Rouson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S7026 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Information Technology
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Agency for State Systems and Enterprise Technology (ASSET), a new state agency responsible for managing and overseeing information technology across Florida's government. The bill establishes ASSET as the state's central technology governance organization, with broad responsibilities including developing enterprise technology standards, conducting technology needs assessments for state agencies, managing cybersecurity, and providing strategic guidance for government technology initiatives. Key provisions include creating a new state chief information officer position with specific qualifications, establishing multiple technology-focused divisions and workgroups within ASSET, and implementing comprehensive requirements for state agency technology projects and procurement. The bill mandates the creation of an enterprise technology library, a technology test laboratory, and requires detailed reporting on state technology expenditures and projects. The legislation also transfers many existing technology governance responsibilities from the Department of Management Services to ASSET, including cybersecurity oversight, data management, and technology strategic planning. An important aspect of the bill is its focus on standardizing technology approaches across state agencies while allowing flexibility for unique agency needs. The bill includes provisions for assessing technical debt, developing career paths for state technology professionals, and establishing robust oversight mechanisms for technology investments and projects. The implementation is phased, with most provisions taking effect on July 1, 2026, and specific requirements for establishing the new agency and appointing leadership by early 2026. This comprehensive restructuring aims to modernize Florida's government technology infrastructure, improve cybersecurity, and create more efficient and strategic technology management across state agencies.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to information technology; creating s. 20.70, F.S.; creating the Agency for State Systems and Enterprise Technology (ASSET); providing that the Governor and Cabinet are the head of the agency; establishing divisions and offices of the agency; providing for an executive director of the agency; providing that the executive director also serves as the state chief information officer; providing for the appointment and removal of such executive director; prohibiting the state chief information officer from having financial, personal, or business conflicts of interest related to certain vendors, contractors, and service providers of the state; requiring that the state chief information officer selection committee within ASSET be appointed and provide a specified number of nominees upon a vacancy of such officer; providing the composition of such committee; requiring that a member of the committee designate an alternate state agency chief information officer to serve on the committee under a specified circumstance; providing the qualifications for the state chief information officer; providing that persons who currently serve, or have served, as state agency heads are ineligible to serve as the state chief information officer; transferring the state chief information officer of the Department of Management Services to ASSET until the Governor and the Cabinet appoint a permanent officer; requiring that such appointment occur by a specified date; amending s. 97.0525, F.S.; requiring that the Division of Elections comprehensive risk assessment comply with the risk assessment methodology developed by ASSET; amending s. 112.22, F.S.; defining the term “ASSET”; deleting the term “department”; revising the definition of the term “prohibited application”; authorizing public employers to request a certain waiver from ASSET; requiring ASSET to take specified actions; deleting obsolete language; requiring ASSET to adopt rules; amending s. 119.0725, F.S.; providing that confidential and exempt information must be made available to ASSET; amending s. 216.023, F.S.; requiring agencies and the judicial branch to include a cumulative inventory and a certain status report of specified projects with their legislative budget requests; defining the term “technology-related project”; deleting a provision requiring state agencies and the judicial branch to include a cumulative inventory and a certain status report of specified projects as part of a budget request; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 282.0041, F.S.; deleting and revising definitions; defining the terms “ASSET” and “technical debt”; amending s. 282.0051, F.S.; deleting obsolete language; revising the powers, duties, and functions of the Department of Management Services, through the Florida Digital Service; deleting a requirement that the state chief information officer, in consultation with the Secretary of Management Services, designate a state chief data officer; deleting requirements of the department, acting through the Florida Digital Service, relating to the use of appropriated funds for certain actions; deleting provisions related to information technology projects that have a total project cost in excess of $10 million; providing for the future repeal of the section; deleting a requirement to adopt rules; repealing s. 282.00515, F.S., relating to duties of Cabinet agencies; creating s. 282.006, F.S.; requiring ASSET to operate as the state enterprise organization for information technology governance and as the lead entity responsible for understanding needs and environments, creating standards and strategy, supporting state agency technology efforts, and reporting on the state of information technology in this state; providing legislative intent; requiring ASSET to establish the strategic direction of information technology in the state; requiring ASSET to develop and publish information technology policy for a specified purpose; requiring that such policy be updated as necessary to meet certain requirements and advancements in technology; requiring ASSET to take specified actions related to oversight of the state’s technology enterprise; requiring ASSET to produce specified reports, recommendations, and analyses and provide such reports, recommendations, and analyses to the Governor, the Commissioner of Agriculture, the Chief Executive Officer, the Attorney General, and the Legislature by specified dates and at specified intervals; providing requirements for such reports; requiring ASSET to conduct a market analysis at a certain interval beginning on a specified date; providing requirements for the market analysis; requiring that each market analysis be used to prepare a strategic plan for specified purposes; requiring that copies of the market analysis and strategic plan be submitted by a specified date; authorizing ASSET to adopt rules; creating s. 282.0061, F.S.; providing legislative intent; requiring ASSET to complete a certain full baseline needs assessment of state agencies, develop a specified plan to conduct such assessments, and submit such plan to the Governor, the Commissioner of Agriculture, the Chief Financial Officer, the Attorney General, and the Legislature within a specified timeframe; requiring ASSET to support state agency strategic planning efforts and assist such agencies with a certain phased roadmap; providing requirements for such roadmaps; requiring ASSET to make recommendations for standardizing data across state agencies for a specified purpose and identify any opportunities for standardization and consolidation of information technology services across state agencies and support specified functions; requiring ASSET to develop standards for use by state agencies and enforce consistent standards and promote best practices across all state agencies; requiring ASSET to provide a certain report to the Governor, the Commissioner of Agriculture, the Chief Financial Officer, the Attorney General, and the Legislature by a specified date; providing requirements of the report; providing the duties and responsibilities of ASSET related to state agency technology projects; requiring ASSET, in consultation with state agencies, to create a methodology, approach, and applicable templates and formats for identifying and collecting information technology expenditure data at the state agency level; requiring ASSET to obtain, review, and maintain records of the appropriations, expenditures, and revenues for information technology for each state agency; requiring ASSET to prescribe the format for state agencies to provide financial information to ASSET for inclusion in a certain annual report; requiring state agencies to submit such information by a specified date annually; requiring that such information be reported to ASSET to determine all costs and expenditures of information technology assets and resources provided to state agencies; requiring ASSET to work with state agencies to provide alternative standards, policies, or requirements under specified circumstances; creating s. 282.0062, F.S.; establishing workgroups within ASSET to facilitate coordination with state agencies; providing for the membership and duties of such workgroups; creating s. 282.0063, F.S.; requiring ASSET to perform specified actions to develop and manage career paths, progressions, and training programs for the benefit of state agency personnel; creating s. 282.0064, F.S.; requiring ASSET, in coordination with the Department of Management Services, to establish a policy for all information technology-related solicitations, contracts, and procurements; providing requirements for the policy related to state term contracts, all contracts, and information technology projects that require oversight; prohibiting entities providing independent verification and validation from having certain interests, responsibilities, or other participation in the project; providing the primary objective of independent verification and validation; requiring the entity performing such verification and validation to provide specified regular reports and assessments; requiring the Division of State Purchasing within the Department of Management Services to coordinate with ASSET on state term contract solicitations and invitations to negotiate; requiring ASSET to evaluate vendor responses and answer vendor questions on such solicitations and invitations; creating s. 282.0065, F.S.; requiring ASSET to establish, maintain, and manage a certain test laboratory, beginning at a specified time; providing the purpose of the laboratory; requiring ASSET to take specified actions relating to the laboratory; creating s. 282.0066, F.S.; requiring ASSET to develop, implement, and maintain a certain library; providing requirements for the library; requiring ASSET to establish procedures that ensure the integrity, security, and availability of the library; requiring ASSET to regularly update documents and materials in the library to reflect current state and federal requirements, industry best practices, and emerging technologies; requiring state agencies to reference and adhere to the policies, standards, and guidelines of the library in specified tasks; requiring ASSET to create mechanisms for state agencies to submit feedback, request clarifications, and recommend updates; authorizing state agencies to request exemptions to specific policies, standards, or guidelines under specified circumstances; providing the mechanism for a state agency to request such exemption; requiring ASSET to review the request and make a recommendation to the state chief information officer; requiring the state chief information officer to present the exemption to the chief information officer workgroup; requiring that approval of the exemption be by majority vote; requiring that state agencies granted an exemption be reviewed periodically to determine whether such exemption is necessary or if compliance can be achieved; amending s. 282.318, F.S.; revising the duties of the Department of Management Services, acting through the Florida Digital Service, relating to cybersecurity; requiring state agencies to report all ransomware incidents to the state chief information security officer instead of the Cybersecurity Operations Center; requiring the state chief information security officer, instead of the Cybersecurity Operations Center, to notify the Legislature of certain incidents; requiring state agencies to notify the state chief information security officer within specified timeframes after the discovery of a specified cybersecurity incident or ransomware incident; requiring the state chief information security officer, instead of the Cybersecurity Operations Center, to provide a certain report on a quarterly basis to the Legislature; revising the actions that state agency heads are required to perform relating to cybersecurity; reducing the timeframe that the state agency strategic cybersecurity plan must cover; requiring that a specified comprehensive risk assessment be done biennially; providing requirements for such assessment; revising the definition of the term “state agency”; providing that ASSET is the lead entity responsible for establishing enterprise technology and cybersecurity standards and processes and security measures that comply with specified standards; requiring ASSET to adopt specified rules; requiring that ASSET take specified actions; revising the responsibilities of the state chief information security officer; requiring that ASSET develop and publish a specified framework that includes certain guidelines and processes for use by state agencies; requiring that ASSET, in consultation with the state chief information technology procurement officer, establish specified procedures for procuring information technology commodities and services; requiring ASSET, thorough the state chief information security officer and the Division of Enterprise Information Technology Workforce Development, to provide a certain annual training to specified persons; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 282.3185, F.S.; requiring the state chief information security officer to perform specified actions relating to cybersecurity training for state employees; requiring local governments to notify the state chief information security officer of compliance with specified provisions as soon as possible; requiring local governments to notify the state chief information security officer, instead of the Cybersecurity Operations Center, of cybersecurity or ransomware incidents; revising the timeframes in which such notifications must be made; requiring the state chief information security officer to notify the state chief information officer, the Governor, the Commissioner of Agriculture, the Chief Financial Officer, the Attorney General, and the Legislature of certain incidents within a specified timeframe; authorizing local governments to report certain cybersecurity incidents to the state chief information security officer instead of the Cybersecurity Operations Center; requiring the state chief information security officer to provide a certain consolidated incident report within a specified timeframe to the Governor, the Commissioner of Agriculture, the Chief Financial Officer, the Attorney General, and the Legislature; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; requiring the state chief information security officer to establish certain guidelines and processes by a specified date; conforming cross-references; repealing s. 282.319, F.S., relating to the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; establishing positions within ASSET; establishing the Division of Enterprise Information Technology Services and the Division of Enterprise Information Technology Purchasing and associated bureaus; providing the responsibilities of the bureaus; establishing the chief information officer policy workgroup; providing the membership, purpose, chair, and duties of the workgroup; providing for the expiration of the workgroup upon completion of its duties; amending s. 282.201, F.S.; establishing the state data center within the Northwest Regional Data Center; requiring the Northwest Regional Data Center to meet or exceed specified information technology standards; revising requirements of the state data center; abrogating the scheduled repeal of the Division of Emergency Management’s exemption from using the state data center; deleting Department of Management Services’ responsibilities related to the state data center; deleting provisions relating to contracting with the Northwest Regional Data Center; creating s. 282.0211, F.S.; designating the Northwest Regional Data Center as a state data center for all state agencies; requiring the data center to engage in specified actions; prohibiting state agencies from terminating services with the data center without giving written notice within a specified timeframe, procuring third-party cloud-computing services without evaluating the data center’s cloud-computing services, and exceeding a specified timeframe to remit payments for data center services provided by the data center; specifying circumstances under which the data center’s designation may be terminated; providing that the data center has a specified timeframe to provide for the transition of state agency customers to a qualified alternative cloud-based data center that meets specified standards; amending s. 1004.649, F.S.; creating the Northwest Regional Data Center at Florida State University; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 20.22, F.S.; deleting the Florida Digital Service from the list of divisions, programs, and services of the Department of Management Services; amending s. 282.802, F.S.; providing that the Government Technology Modernization Council is located within ASSET; providing that the state chief information officer, or his or her designee, is the ex officio executive director of the council; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; requiring the council annually to submit to the Commissioner of Agriculture, the Chief Financial Officer, and the Attorney General certain legislative recommendations; amending s. 282.604, F.S.; requiring ASSET, with input from stakeholders, to adopt rules; amending s. 287.0591, F.S.; requiring the state chief information officer, instead of the Florida Digital Service, to participate in certain solicitations; amending s. 288.012, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 443.1113, F.S.; requiring the Department of Commerce to seek input on recommended enhancements from ASSET instead of the Florida Digital Service; amending s. 943.0415, F.S.; authorizing the Cybercrime Office to consult with the state chief information security officer of ASSET instead of the Florida Digital Service; amending s. 1004.444, F.S.; authorizing the Florida Center for Cybersecurity to conduct, consult, or assist state agencies upon receiving a request for assistance from such agencies; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 03/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 03/24/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1494 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records and Public Meetings/Hearings Relating to Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida statutes to enhance privacy protections for individuals involved in mental health and substance abuse legal proceedings. Specifically, the bill mandates that all court hearings related to mental health and substance abuse treatment are confidential and closed to the public, with exceptions allowed only if the respondent consents or a judge finds good cause. The legislation expands existing confidentiality provisions to ensure that all petitions, court orders, and related records filed with the court remain confidential and exempt from public records requirements. While the records remain confidential, they can be disclosed to specific parties including the petitioner, respondent, attorneys, guardians, healthcare practitioners, service providers, and certain government agencies. The bill allows courts to use a respondent's name for administrative purposes like scheduling cases, but prohibits publishing personal identifying information publicly. The legislation is motivated by a desire to protect individuals' sensitive medical information and prevent potential stigma or discouragement from seeking treatment. The confidentiality provisions are set to be reviewed in 2030 and will apply to documents filed on or after July 1, 2025, with the bill's implementation contingent on the passage of related legislation.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and public meetings; amending ss. 394.464 and 397.6760, F.S.; specifying that all hearings relating to mental health and substance abuse, respectively, are confidential and closed to the public; providing exceptions; exempting certain information from public records requirements; expanding a public records exemption to include certain petitions and applications; authorizing disclosure of certain confidential and exempt documents to certain service providers; authorizing courts to use a respondent’s name for certain purposes; revising applicability; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; making technical changes; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0458 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records and Meetings/Competitive Solicitations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies public records and meetings laws specifically for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) during competitive solicitation processes. The bill defines "competitive solicitation" as the process of requesting and receiving sealed bids, proposals, or replies for transportation-related contracts, and introduces the concept of a "team" as a group established by the department for negotiation purposes. It creates exemptions that temporarily protect sealed bids, proposals, and meeting records from public disclosure during the competitive bidding process. These exemptions are designed to ensure fairness and economic efficiency by preventing premature disclosure of vendor proposals, and they specify that protected records become available at specific points: 72 hours after an intended decision notice, after protest filing deadlines, or upon resolution of any formal protests. The bill also requires complete recordings of exempt meetings and includes provisions for legislative review, with the exemptions set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless reenacted by the Legislature. The exemptions aim to balance transparency with the need to maintain a fair and competitive bidding environment for transportation and toll operation projects.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; amending ss. 119.071 and 286.0113, F.S.; revising the applicability of public records and public meetings exemptions, respectively, relating to competitive solicitations; amending s. 337.11, F.S.; defining the terms “competitive solicitation” and “team”; providing an exemption from public records requirements for sealed bids, proposals, or replies received and publicly announced by the Department of Transportation pursuant to competitive solicitations for certain contracts; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for portions of meetings at which negotiations with, oral presentations of, or questions answered by a vendor taking part in a competitive solicitation of the department occur and portions of team meetings at which negotiation strategies are discussed; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings of and any records presented at such exempt meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Keith Truenow (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0342 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Agency for Health Care Administration
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for personal identifying and location information of current or former personnel from the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) whose job duties include investigating healthcare facility complaints, Medicaid fraud, or conducting facility inspections. Specifically, the bill protects the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these AHCA employees, as well as the names, addresses, and employment information of their spouses and children. The exemption also covers the names and locations of schools and daycare facilities attended by the employees' children. The bill includes a provision for future legislative review, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The rationale for this exemption is to protect AHCA personnel and their families from potential physical or emotional harm from individuals who might be upset by the agency's investigations or actions. The bill is retroactive, meaning it applies to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date, and will take effect on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of certain current or former personnel of the Agency for Health Care Administration and the names and personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such personnel; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Governmental Oversight and Accountability, Gayle Harrell (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/02/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0770 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Cybersecurity
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses cybersecurity and digital technology management in Florida's state government, making several key changes. It establishes a new position of state chief technology officer, who will be responsible for evaluating technological solutions and supporting enterprise information technology initiatives. The bill expands definitions of data and enterprise digital data, and modifies the responsibilities of the Florida Digital Service to include developing more comprehensive information technology standards and policies. It strengthens cybersecurity reporting requirements for state agencies and local governments, mandating that all ransomware and significant cybersecurity incidents be reported quickly to the Cybersecurity Operations Center, with specific notification protocols for incidents of varying severity levels. The bill also updates the membership of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council by adding local government representatives and the Chief Inspector General as an ex officio member. Additionally, it requires state agencies to maintain enterprise digital data in accordance with public records laws and provides more detailed guidelines for cybersecurity incident reporting, risk assessment, and strategic planning. The changes aim to improve the state's technological infrastructure, enhance cybersecurity preparedness, and create more standardized approaches to managing digital information and technology across state agencies.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to cybersecurity; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; exempting the state chief technology officer from the Career Service System; amending s. 282.0041, F.S.; revising definitions of the terms “data” and “open data”; defining the terms “enterprise digital data”; amending s. 282.0051, F.S.; revising the purpose of the Florida Digital Service; revising the timeframes for the Florida Digital Service to issue certain reports to the Governor and the Legislature; requiring that, by a specified date, an annual report on specified alternative standards be provided to the Governor and the Legislature; requiring the Florida Digital Service to support state agencies with the use of electronic credentials in compliance with specified standards; requiring the state chief information officer, in consultation with the Secretary of Management Services, to designate a state chief technology officer; providing requirements for such position; providing the responsibilities of the state chief technology officer; amending s. 282.318, F.S.; revising the standards and processes for assessing state agency cybersecurity risks of the Department of Management Services, acting through the Florida Digital Service; requiring state agencies to report all ransomware and cybersecurity incidents to the Cybersecurity Operations Center and the Cybercrime Office; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to notify the state chief information officer and the state chief information security officer immediately of a reported incident; requiring the state chief information officer, in consultation with the state chief information security officer, to notify the Legislature of certain reported incidents within a specified timeframe; revising the timeframe during which the Cybersecurity Operations Center is required to provide a consolidated incident report to the Governor, the Legislature, and the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; revising the name of an Emergency Support Function from ESF-Cyber to ESF 20; revising the specified date by which a state agency head must designate an information security manager; requiring that the agency strategic cybersecurity plan take the statewide cybersecurity strategic plan into consideration; requiring that such agency operational cybersecurity program include a certain set of measures for a specified purpose; requiring agency heads to require that enterprise digital data be maintained in accordance with specified provisions; providing construction; authorizing designated members of the Legislature and designated members of legislative staff to attend portions of meetings where material exempt from public disclosure is discussed, under certain circumstances; amending s. 282.3185, F.S.; revising the timeframes in which a local government must report a discovery of all ransomware incidents and certain cybersecurity incidents; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to notify immediately the state chief information officer and the state chief information security officer of a reported incident; requiring the state chief information officer, in consultation with the state chief information security officer, to notify the Legislature of incidents of certain severity levels within a specified timeframe; revising the timeframe during which the Cybersecurity Operations Center is required to provide a quarterly consolidated incident report to the Legislature and the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; amending s. 282.319, F.S.; revising the membership of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gayle Harrell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0436 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records and Meetings/Interstate Compact for School Psychologists
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new section in Florida Statutes (490.017) establishing specific exemptions for meetings and records of the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission. The bill allows the commission to hold closed meetings under certain circumstances, such as discussing internal personnel matters, potential litigation, contract negotiations, trade secrets, personal privacy concerns, and investigative records. When a meeting is closed, the presiding officer must state the reason for closure and reference the specific exempting provision, which must be recorded in the minutes. The commission is required to keep detailed, sealed minutes of closed meetings that can only be released by a majority vote of the commission or a court order. The bill also exempts recordings, minutes, and records from these closed meetings from public records requirements. The Legislature justifies these exemptions by arguing that they are necessary for the state to participate in the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists and to protect sensitive information. These exemptions will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts them through a review process. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 434) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 490.017, F.S.; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain portions of meetings of the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission and its executive committee; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during exempt portions of such meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gayle Harrell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1536 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Cybersecurity
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances Florida's cybersecurity infrastructure and governance by making several key changes. The legislation establishes a state chief technology officer responsible for aligning technology investments with strategic objectives and overseeing enterprise IT initiatives. It expands the role of the Florida Digital Service to lead cybersecurity efforts, including establishing standards for assessing and mitigating cybersecurity risks across state agencies. The bill requires state agencies to report cybersecurity and ransomware incidents within specific timeframes, with more stringent reporting for high-severity incidents (levels 3-5). It creates new positions like chief information security officers for state agencies and adds a local government representative to the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council. The legislation also introduces a new mandate for the Florida Center for Cybersecurity at the University of South Florida to conduct annual comprehensive risk assessments of the state's critical infrastructure, with the goal of improving cybersecurity preparedness and resilience. Additionally, the bill updates project oversight thresholds, clarifies data management responsibilities, and provides more robust frameworks for managing state technology resources and responding to potential cybersecurity threats.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to cybersecurity; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; exempting certain personnel from the career service system; providing for the establishment of salary and benefits for certain positions; amending s. 282.0041, F.S.; providing definitions; amending s. 282.0051, F.S.; revising the purposes for which the Florida Digital Service is established; requiring the Florida Digital Service to ensure that independent project oversight on certain state agency information technology projects is performed in a certain manner; revising the date by which the Department of Management Services, acting through the Florida Digital Service, must provide certain recommendations to the Executive Office of the Governor and the Legislature; deleting certain duties of the Florida Digital Service; revising the total project cost of certain projects for which the Florida Digital Service must provide project oversight; specifying the date by which the Florida Digital Service must provide certain reports; requiring the state chief information officer, in consultation with the Secretary of Management Services, to designate a state chief technology officer; providing duties of the state chief technology officer; revising the total project cost of certain projects for which certain procurement actions must be taken; deleting provisions prohibiting the department, acting through the Florida Digital Service, from retrieving or disclosing certain data in certain circumstances; amending s. 282.00515, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 282.318, F.S.; providing that the Florida Digital Service is the lead entity for a certain purpose; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to provide certain notifications; requiring the state chief information officer to make certain reports in consultation with the state chief information security officer; requiring a state agency to report ransomware and cybersecurity incidents within certain time periods; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to notify certain entities immediately of reported incidents and take certain actions; requiring the state chief information security officer to notify the Legislature of certain incidents within a certain time period; requiring certain notification to be provided in a secure environment; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to provide a certain report to certain entities by a specified date; requiring the Florida Digital Service to provide cybersecurity briefings to certain legislative committees; authorizing the Florida Digital Service to obtain certain access to certain infrastructure and direct certain measures; requiring a state agency head to designate a chief information security officer annually by a specified date; providing that certain agencies shall be under the general supervision of the agency head or designee for administrative purposes but reports to the state chief information officer; authorizing an agency to request that the department procure a chief information security officer; revising the purpose of an agency’s information security manager and the date by which he or she must be designated; authorizing the department to brief certain legislative committees in a closed setting on certain records that are confidential and exempt from public records requirements; requiring such legislative committees to maintain the confidential and exempt status of certain records; authorizing certain legislators to attend meetings of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; amending s. 282.3185, F.S.; requiring a local government to report ransomware and certain cybersecurity incidents to the Cybersecurity Operations Center within certain time periods; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to notify certain entities immediately of certain incidents and take certain actions; requiring that certain notification be provided in a secure environment; amending s. 282.319, F.S.; revising the membership of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; creating s. 282.3191, F.S.; requiring the Florida Center for Cybersecurity at the University of South Florida to annually conduct certain comprehensive risk assessments; requiring that the center use the data collected and analyzed to provide certain recommendations; requiring the center to submit such assessments and recommendations to the Governor, the Legislature, and the executive director of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0746 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Medical Examiners
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to provide a new exemption for medical examiners, their spouses, and children. Specifically, the bill defines a "medical examiner" as any district, associate, or substitute medical examiner acting under Chapter 406, including their employees, deputies, or agents. The bill exempts the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of current and former medical examiners from public records requirements. This exemption also covers the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and places of employment of their spouses and children, as well as the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that releasing such personal information could pose security risks, compromise the ability of medical examiners to perform their duties, and potentially disrupt the operation of medical examiners' offices. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The bill aims to protect the personal privacy and safety of medical examiners and their families by preventing the public disclosure of their sensitive personal information.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining the term “medical examiner”; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current and former medical examiners and the spouses and children of such medical examiners; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Clay Yarborough (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0844 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Domestic Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the legal definition of domestic violence in Florida to explicitly include coercive control, which is a pattern of behavior that seeks to take away the victim's liberty or freedom and strip away their sense of self. Specifically, the bill amends several sections of Florida law to add "coercive control of" to existing definitions of domestic violence across multiple statutes. The changes would apply to various contexts including criminal proceedings, family law, employment protections, and judicial procedures. The bill modifies language in numerous sections to incorporate this expanded definition, which means courts, law enforcement, and other state agencies would now recognize coercive control as a form of domestic violence. This broader definition could potentially provide more comprehensive legal protection for victims by acknowledging that domestic violence is not just physical violence, but can also include psychological manipulation and control tactics. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, allowing time for various state agencies and legal systems to prepare for the implementation of the expanded definition.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to domestic violence; amending ss. 414.0252 and 741.28, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “domestic violence” to include coercive control of one family or household member by another family or household member; amending ss. 741.281, 741.283, 741.29, 741.2901, and 741.30, F.S.; making technical changes; reenacting ss. 25.385(1), 39.301(9)(a), 39.902(1), 44.407(3)(b), 61.125(4)(b), 61.13(2)(c), 61.13001(7)(j), 61.45(7)(b), 90.5036(1)(a), 397.417(4)(e), 406.135(1)(a), 420.0004(13), 420.6241(4)(b), 435.03(3), 435.04(3), 443.101(1)(a), 456.031(1)(a), 464.018(1)(e), 497.005(43), 626.9541(1)(g), 741.313(1)(a), 741.402(3), 768.35(1) and (4), 775.08435(1)(c), 787.03(4)(b) and (6)(a), 790.401(3)(c), 900.05(2)(t), 901.15(7) and (13), 901.41(5), 903.011(6), 907.041(5)(a), 921.0024(1)(b), 938.08, 943.171(2)(a), 944.705(4), 948.038, 985.255(2), and 985.265(3)(b), F.S., relating to standards for instruction of circuit and county court judges in handling domestic violence and dependency cases; initiation of protective investigations; definitions; an elder-focused dispute resolution process; parenting coordination; parenting and time-sharing; parental relocation with a child; court-ordered parenting plans, risk of violation, and bond; domestic violence advocate-victim privilege; peer specialists; confidentiality of reports of minor victims of domestic violence; definitions; persons with lived experience; level 1 screening standards; level 2 screening standards; disqualification for benefits; requirement for instruction on domestic violence; disciplinary actions; definitions; unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices; unlawful action against employees seeking protection; definitions; continuing domestic violence, prohibition on withholding adjudication in felony cases; interference with custody; risk protection orders; criminal justice data collection; when arrest by an officer without a warrant is lawful; prearrest diversion programs; pretrial release, general terms, and statewide uniform bond schedule; pretrial detention and release; the Criminal Punishment Code worksheet key; additional cost to fund programs in domestic violence; basic skills training in handling domestic violence cases; the release orientation program; batterers’ intervention program as a condition of probation, community control, or other court-ordered community supervision; detention criteria; and detention transfer and release, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 741.28, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nick DiCeglie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0840 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Municipal Clerks
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adds new protections to Florida's public records law by creating a public records exemption for personal identifying and location information of municipal clerks and their staff, as well as their spouses and children. Specifically, the bill would make exempt from public disclosure the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of current municipal clerks and their staff (including elections filing officers, records management liaison officers, and deputy or assistant municipal clerks), along with similar information about their family members. The rationale for this exemption, as explained in the bill, is that municipal clerks often handle sensitive information and perform critical administrative functions, and some staff may be exposed to potential threats due to their work involving investigations or legal enforcement. The exemption is designed to protect these employees' safety by keeping their personal information private. The bill includes a provision for future legislative review, with the exemption set to automatically repeal on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The exemption would apply to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date and would take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing a public records exemption for personal identifying and location information of current municipal clerks and their staff and the personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such municipal clerks and their staff; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing for retroactive application of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1764 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Public Employees Relations Commission
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two sections of Florida law to provide additional confidentiality protections for the Public Employees Relations Commission (PERC). First, the bill exempts draft orders and related written communications developed in preparation for issuing commission orders from public records requirements, ensuring that preliminary documents remain confidential before final orders are issued. Second, the bill protects the personal identifying information (such as home addresses, telephone numbers, and dates of birth) of PERC commissioners, the chair, and hearing officers, as well as their spouses and children, from public disclosure. The bill includes a "public necessity" statement explaining that these protections are essential to prevent potential harassment or intimidation of commission personnel, who may face threats from individuals who disagree with the commission's actions. Both exemptions are subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire in October 2030 unless specifically renewed by the Legislature. The changes aim to safeguard the commission's internal deliberative process and protect the personal safety of its personnel, while maintaining the commission's overall transparency by keeping public hearings and final orders open to the public.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 447.205, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements written communications developed in preparation for, or preliminary to, the issuance of any order by the Public Employees Relations Commission or its designees; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements the personal identifying and location information of the chair, commissioners, and hearing officers of the Public Employees Relations Commission and the personal identifying and location information of spouses and children of such personnel; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blaise Ingoglia (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0842 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/County Administrators and City Managers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to provide a new exemption from public disclosure for personal identifying and location information of current county and city administrators. Specifically, the bill protects the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of county administrators, deputy and assistant county administrators, city managers, deputy and assistant city managers, as well as the same information for their spouses and children. The exemption also covers the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The legislative justification for this exemption is to protect these public officials and their families from potential harassment, revenge, or targeting that could arise from their professional decision-making. The bill requires officials to submit a written and notarized request to maintain the exemption, and it allows for the information to be released under specific circumstances, such as by the individual's own request or after their death. The exemption will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current county administrators, deputy county administrators, assistant county administrators, city managers, deputy city managers, and assistant city managers, and their spouses and children; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kristen Arrington (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1106 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Body Camera Recordings Recorded by a Code Inspector
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new privacy protections for body camera recordings made by code inspectors (government employees who verify compliance with local building, zoning, and safety regulations). The bill creates specific exemptions that make certain body camera recordings confidential and not subject to public records requests. These exemptions apply to recordings made inside private residences, healthcare or social service facilities, or in locations where a reasonable person would expect privacy. While these recordings are generally confidential, they can still be disclosed in specific circumstances, such as: to the person recorded, their personal representative, or pursuant to a court order. The bill requires local governments to retain these recordings for at least 90 days and includes detailed guidelines for courts to consider when determining whether to order the disclosure of a recording. The exemption applies retroactively and is designed to protect sensitive personal information while recognizing the potential value of body camera recordings in documenting code inspection work. The legislation includes a sunset provision, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1104).
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0713, F.S.; defining terms; providing an exemption from public records requirements for body camera recordings recorded by a code inspector under certain circumstances; providing exceptions; requiring a local government to retain body camera recordings for a specified period; providing for retroactive application; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1802 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Parkinson's Disease Research Program Registry
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a public records exemption for information in the Parkinson's Disease Research Program Registry, which provides background information on individuals served by the program. The exemption protects personal identifying health care information from public disclosure under Florida's public records laws, with the Legislature arguing that such disclosure could potentially invade an individual's privacy, hinder the registry's administration, or enable harassment. Specifically, the registry's information can only be shared with other governmental entities in the furtherance of their duties, and the exemption is not permanent—it will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reviews and reenacts it. The bill includes a provision that allows the information to be shared with other governmental entities without waiving the exemption, and it is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act. The exemption is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1800) and will take effect on the same date that bill becomes law.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 381.992, F.S.; providing a public records exemption for information held in the Parkinson’s Disease Research Program Registry which provides background information on individuals served by the Parkinson’s Disease Research Program; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Alexis Calatayud (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1658 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Uniform Mitigation Verification Inspection Form Database
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new exemption from public records requirements for specific personal identifying information submitted electronically through uniform mitigation verification inspection forms in Florida. These forms, which are used in the insurance industry to assess hurricane loss mitigation efforts, would now keep confidential certain details including policyholders' names, phone numbers, email addresses, insurance company, and policy numbers. The bill argues that protecting this information is necessary to prevent privacy breaches and potential misuse of personal data, especially given the risks posed by internet technologies. The exemption will be automatically reviewed under the Open Government Sunset Review Act and will expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The rationale behind the bill includes protecting individuals from potential exploitation of their personal information and preventing the release of what insurers might consider trade secret information. The bill will take effect concurrently with related legislation (SB 1656) if that bill is also adopted in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 627.711, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain data entered into the uniform mitigation verification inspection form database; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Banking and Insurance, Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/19/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1726 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Higher Education
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a comprehensive set of changes to higher education governance and operations in Florida, focusing on several key areas. Starting January 6, 2027, the bill requires members of state university boards of trustees and the Board of Governors to be U.S. citizens and either state residents or graduates of a state university, with positions automatically becoming vacant if these requirements are not met. The bill establishes term limits for various educational boards, including the State Board of Education and university boards of trustees, typically restricting members to one or two terms. It modifies presidential selection processes for state universities and Florida College System institutions by requiring dedicated search committees and removing some previous approval requirements from state-level boards. The legislation also addresses transparency measures, such as requiring universities to post course syllabi and admission criteria online, and mandates public policy event reporting. Additionally, the bill makes changes to textbook and instructional material disclosure requirements, allows more flexibility in auxiliary enterprise financial transfers, and removes some specific organizational requirements like the Office of Public Policy Events. These changes aim to standardize governance, increase transparency, and provide more autonomy to local educational institutions while maintaining certain state-level oversight mechanisms.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to higher education; creating s. 20.701, F.S.; requiring members of a state university board of trustees and members of the Board of Governors to be United States citizens and either residents of this state or graduates of a state university beginning on a specified date; providing that specified offices are deemed vacant under certain circumstances; amending s. 112.3144, F.S.; requiring certain members of the Board of Governors to comply with specified financial disclosure requirements beginning on a specified date; amending s. 1001.01, F.S.; revising term limits for members and the chair of the State Board of Education; amending s. 1001.61, F.S.; providing term limits for members and the chairs of the Florida College System institution boards of trustees; authorizing trustees to serve until the appointment of a successor; amending s. 1001.64, F.S.; providing that certain actions related to the president of a Florida College System institution are not subject to approval by the State Board of Education; requiring that a presidential search committee be appointed to make the appointment of such president; providing requirements for such committee; requiring that such president be recommended by the committee; authorizing the renewal of a presidential contract for a specified period; amending s. 1001.70, F.S.; providing term limits for appointed members of the Board of Governors; amending s. 1001.706, F.S.; requiring the Board of Governors to adopt regulations regarding state university public opinion survey research; requiring the Board of Governors to review the admission criteria of state universities; requiring that state university program admission criteria be posted on state university websites; providing that the president of a state university is appointed by the university board of trustees; requiring that a presidential search committee be appointed to make the appointment of such president; providing requirements for such committee; requiring that such president be recommended by the committee; authorizing the renewal of a presidential contract for a specified period; deleting a requirement that the Board of Governors confirm the selection and reappointment of such president; revising the requirements for certain state university capital outlay projects to be included on a specified list; amending s. 1001.71, F.S.; providing term limits for appointed members of university boards of trustees; deleting obsolete language and a certain consideration for appointed members; authorizing appointed members to serve until a successor is appointed; amending s. 1001.93, F.S.; deleting a requirement for each state university to have an Office of Public Policy Events; deleting a requirement that each state university appoint a Director of Public Policy Events; revising the timeframe within which a video recording of a debate or group forum must remain publicly accessible; making technical changes; amending s. 1004.085, F.S.; defining the terms “syllabus” or “syllabi” and “term”; adding certain materials to lists of textbooks and instructional materials; requiring that the current syllabi for specified courses be posted as a hyperlink in a specified system and include specified information; amending s. 1004.098, F.S.; defining the term “final group of applicants”; amending s. 1004.89, F.S.; deleting a requirement for the Institute for Freedom in the Americas to partner with the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom; deleting a requirement for Miami Dade College to approve a direct-support organization to support the Institute for Freedom in the Americas; deleting a provision providing for the composition of the board of the organization; amending s. 1007.25, F.S.; prohibiting a Florida College System institution or state university from imposing a certain graduation requirement; amending s. 1011.47, F.S.; authorizing a university board of trustees to approve the transfer of unreserved cash from one auxiliary enterprise to support another auxiliary enterprise under certain conditions; requiring such transfers to be reported annually to the Board of Governors; providing for expiration; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Appropriations Committee on Higher Education, Rules, Alexis Calatayud (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1560 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Florida Commission on Human Relations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for personal identifying and location information of current and former personnel and commissioners of the Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR). Specifically, the bill protects the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of FCHR personnel and commissioners whose duties involve investigating or adjudicating discrimination complaints. The exemption also covers the names, addresses, employment information, and photographs of their spouses and children, as well as the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill includes a provision for future legislative review, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The Legislature justifies this exemption by citing the potential for physical and emotional harm to FCHR personnel and their families from individuals who may be dissatisfied with the commission's actions or seek to intimidate or retaliate against them. The exemption aims to protect these individuals from potential threats while balancing the public's interest in government transparency.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of certain current and former personnel and commissioners of the Florida Commission on Human Relations and the names and personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such personnel and commissioners; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mack Bernard (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1656 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Insurance Regulations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would modify numerous aspects of Florida's insurance regulation system. Here's a summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to insurance regulation in Florida, affecting various types of insurance providers including reciprocal insurers, continuing care facilities, health maintenance organizations, and others. Key provisions include establishing new requirements for fingerprint background checks for insurance industry professionals, creating more stringent reporting and financial transparency standards, implementing stricter oversight of management companies for continuing care facilities, and enhancing the Office of Insurance Regulation's ability to monitor and intervene in potentially hazardous financial situations. Specifically, the bill requires detailed background checks for individuals involved in insurance organizations, mandates more comprehensive financial reporting from insurers and management companies, establishes new standards for subscriber contributions and savings accounts in reciprocal insurers, and gives the Office of Insurance Regulation expanded powers to evaluate and address potentially hazardous financial conditions in insurance providers and continuing care facilities. The bill also introduces requirements for rate transparency in property insurance, creates new rules for cybersecurity of consumer insurance data, and establishes more detailed requirements for reporting and disclosure by various types of insurance providers. Additionally, it provides new protections for residents of continuing care facilities by requiring more detailed financial disclosures and creating stricter oversight of management companies. Most provisions of the bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, with some specific exceptions, giving insurance providers time to adapt to the new regulatory requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to insurance regulations; amending s. 48.151, F.S.; providing that the Chief Financial Officer is the agent for service of process on health maintenance organizations; amending s. 252.63, F.S.; revising the content of a publication from the Commissioner of Insurance Regulation relating to orders applicable to insurance in areas under a state of emergency; creating s. 624.341, F.S.; providing legislative findings and intent; requiring the Department of Law Enforcement to accept certain fingerprints; specifying procedures for fingerprinting; authorizing the Department of Law Enforcement to exchange certain records with the Office of Insurance Regulation; specifying that fingerprints may be submitted in accordance with certain rules; authorizing that the fingerprints be submitted through a third-party vendor authorized by the Department of Law Enforcement; requiring the Department of Law Enforcement to conduct certain background checks; requiring that certain fingerprints be submitted and entered into a specified system; requiring the office to inform the Department of Law Enforcement of any person whose fingerprints no longer must be retained; specifying who bears the costs of fingerprint processing; specifying that certain criminal records be used by the office for certain purposes; amending s. 624.4085, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “life and health insurer”; amending s. 624.422, F.S.; providing that the appointment of the Chief Financial Officer for service of process applies to insurers withdrawing from and ceasing operations in this state until all insurers’ liabilities in this state are extinguished; amending s. 624.424, F.S.; requiring certain authorized insurers to provide certain information to the office; revising the considerations of the office in determining whether a fee, commission, or other financial consideration is fair and reasonable; amending s. 624.45, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 624.610, F.S.; deleting certain provisions relating to credits allowed in specified reinsurance circumstances and relating to assuming insurers’ accreditations; requiring filing fees from reinsurers requesting to operate in this state; deleting applicability provisions; amending s. 626.9651, F.S.; requiring the Office of Insurance Regulation and the Financial Services Commission to adopt rules on cybersecurity of certain insurance data; providing requirements for such rules; providing duties of the office; providing construction; amending s. 627.062, F.S.; prohibiting personal residential property insurers from submitting more than two use and file filings under certain circumstances; providing an exception; amending s. 627.0621, F.S.; requiring that certain rate filings with the office from residential property insurers include rate transparency reports; providing for acceptance or rejection by the office of such reports; providing requirements for such reports; requiring insurers to provide such reports to consumers; requiring the office to define terms used in such reports; requiring the office to establish and maintain a specified center on its website; providing requirements for the website; amending s. 627.0645, F.S.; revising requirements of rate filing with the office; amending s. 627.0651, F.S.; prohibiting motor vehicle insurers from submitting more than two use and file filings under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.4554, F.S.; requiring that certain forms be posted on the website of the Department of Financial Services, rather than the office; amending s. 627.6699, F.S.; deleting and revising definitions; deleting provisions relating to the creation of the Florida Small Employer Health Reinsurance Program; amending s. 627.711, F.S.; requiring the office to contract with a state university to design, operate, upgrade, and maintain a specified database; requiring property insurers to file certain policyholder forms in the database; requiring the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 627.7152, F.S.; deleting provisions relating to requirements for reporting and rulemaking regarding property insurance claims paid under assignment agreements; creating s. 627.9145, F.S.; providing reporting requirements for residential property insurers; requiring the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 627.915, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for private passenger automobile insurers; requiring the commission to adopt rules; providing requirements for such rules; deleting reporting requirement provisions for certain insurers; amending ss. 628.081 and 628.091, F.S.; deleting the requirement that domestic insurer incorporators execute articles of incorporation and file them with the office in triplicate; amending s. 628.111, F.S.; deleting the requirement that domestic insurers make copies of amendments to articles of incorporation in triplicate; amending s. 628.461, F.S.; specifying the method of sending notifications regarding transactions or proposed transactions of voting securities of stock insurers or controlling companies; revising the method of filing certain statements; amending s. 628.4615, F.S.; revising the method by which amendments to certain applications must be sent to specialty insurers; amending s. 628.717, F.S.; revising requirements for the office’s responses upon receipt of articles of incorporation; amending s. 628.719, F.S.; revising the method by which mutual insurance holding companies show their adoption of article of incorporation amendments and deliver the amendments to the office; revising the requirements for the office’s responses upon receipt of amendments; amending s. 628.910, F.S.; deleting the requirement that captive insurance company incorporators file articles of incorporation in triplicate; revising the office’s responses upon receipt of captive insurance company articles of incorporation; amending s. 629.011, F.S.; revising definitions and defining terms; amending s. 629.071, F.S.; authorizing assessable and nonassessable reciprocal insurers, rather than domestic reciprocal insurers, to transact insurance if they maintain specified amounts of surplus funds; amending s. 629.081, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; creating s. 629.082, F.S.; providing that attorneys in fact of reciprocals are affiliates of the reciprocals for specified purposes; creating s. 629.1015, F.S.; requiring certain reciprocal insurers to provide the office with documentation supporting that fees, commissions, and other financial considerations and payments to affiliates are fair and reasonable; requiring the office to comply with certain provisions when making certain determinations; providing requirements for documentation of such fees; amending s. 629.121, F.S.; providing that certain bonds filed with the office as security are filed by attorneys in fact, rather than attorneys of domestic reciprocal insurers; increasing the bond amount; creating s. 629.162, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to require subscriber contributions; providing disclosure and reporting requirements for subscriber contributions; specifying that changes to subscriber contributions are subject to prior approval by the office; creating s. 629.163, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to establish subscriber savings accounts; specifying that moneys assigned to subscriber savings accounts are not considered distributions; providing that subscriber savings accounts are subject to certain requirements; creating s. 629.164, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to make distributions to subscribers from subscriber savings accounts under certain conditions; providing that the subscribers’ advisory committee or the attorney in fact has authority to authorize distributions, subject to prior written approval by the office; authorizing reciprocal insurers, upon prior written approval, to return to subscribers certain unassigned funds; providing that such returns may not exceed a certain amount; prohibiting certain distribution discriminations; amending s. 629.171, F.S.; revising requirements for filing with the office annual statements by reciprocal insurers; amending s. 629.181, F.S; replacing surplus deposits of subscribers with subscriber contributions; providing limits on subscriber contributions; amending s. 629.201, F.S.; requiring that each domestic reciprocal insurer have a subscribers’ advisory committee; requiring that such committee be formed in compliance with specified laws; requiring that rules and amendments adopted by subscribers have prior approval by the office; revising subscribers’ advisory committees’ duties and membership; providing for election and terms; repealing s. 629.271, F.S., relating to distribution of savings; amending s. 629.291, F.S.; providing that forms filed with the office for plans to merge a reciprocal insurer with another reciprocal insurer or to convert a reciprocal insurer to a stock or mutual insurer are adopted by the commission rather than the office; amending s. 629.301, F.S.; specifying the manner in which impaired reciprocal insurers are proceeded against if they cannot make up deficiencies in assets; specifying the manner in which assessments are levied upon subscribers if reciprocal insurers are liquidated; providing that assessments are subject to specified limits; repealing ss. 629.401 and 629.520, F.S., relating to insurance exchange and the authority of a limited reciprocal insurer, respectively; creating s. 629.56, F.S.; requiring reciprocal insurers to maintain unearned premium reserves at all times; amending s. 634.401, F.S.; revising provisions relating to coverage for accidental damage under a service warranty; creating s. 641.2012, F.S.; providing applicability of service of process provisions to health maintenance organizations; amending s. 641.26, F.S.; revising requirements for filing annual and quarterly reports by health maintenance organizations; creating s. 641.283, F.S.; providing applicability of administrative supervision and hazardous insurer condition provisions to health maintenance organizations; amending s. 651.011, F.S.; providing and revising definitions; amending s. 651.018, F.S.; providing duties for the office if certain conditions exist in continuing care facilities; amending s. 651.019, F.S.; requiring continuing care providers to provide to the office specified information on financing and intended use of proceeds under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.0212, F.S.; requiring or authorizing the office, depending on the circumstance, to deny or revoke, or in some cases to suspend, a provider’s authority to engage in certain continuing care activities; amending s. 651.0215, F.S.; revising the timeframe for the office to examine and respond to consolidated applications for provisional certificates of authority and certificates of authority for providers of continuing care; deleting provisions relating to the duties of the office in responding to such applications; revising the requirements for when an application is deemed complete; amending s. 651.022, F.S.; revising requirements for applications for provisional certificates of authority of providers of continuing care; deleting provisions relating to duties of the office in responding to such applications; revising the requirements for when an application is deemed complete; amending s. 651.023, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; revising the requirements for when an application is deemed complete; amending s. 651.024, F.S.; providing applicability of certain specialty insurer provisions and nonapplicability of certain continuing care provider requirements to bondholders under certain circumstances; defining the term “consent rights”; providing applicability of such provisions to certain entities under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.0246, F.S.; revising requirements for applications for expansion of certificated continuing care facilities; deleting specified duties of the office in responding to such applications; revising the timeframe for the office to review such applications; amending s. 651.026, F.S.; revising requirements for annual reports filed by providers of continuing care; providing requirements for reports; amending s. 651.0261, F.S.; providing additional requirements for quarterly reports filed by continuing care facilities; amending s. 651.033, F.S.; requiring office approval before execution of an agreement for establishing an escrow account; defining the terms “emergency” and “business day”; specifying circumstances under which providers of continuing care may withdraw a specified percentage of the required minimum liquid reserve; revising the timeframe for the office to deny petitions for emergency withdrawals; providing duties of escrow agents; amending s. 651.034, F.S.; revising duties of the office relating to impaired continuing care providers; amending s. 651.035, F.S.; providing requirements for continuing care providers’ minimum liquid reserve accounts in escrow; providing requirements for debt service reserve transfers from one financial institution or lender to another; revising and providing requirements for continuing care providers’ operating reserves in escrow; revising the circumstances under which the office may order transfer of the minimum liquid reserve; amending s. 651.043, F.S.; revising circumstances under which certain notices of management changes must be provided to the office; amending s. 651.071, F.S.; providing that continuing care and continuing care at-home contracts must be treated with higher priority over all other claims in the event of receivership or liquidation proceedings against a provider; providing an exception; amending s. 651.085, F.S.; requiring designated resident representatives in continuing care facilities to perform their duties in good faith; requiring each continuing care facility to have its own designated resident representative; specifying the methods for notifications to designated resident representatives of certain meetings; creating s. 651.087, F.S; specifying that providers who borrow from or pledge the personal funds of residents commit a misdemeanor; providing criminal penalties; amending s. 651.091, F.S.; requiring continuing care facilities to post notices of bankruptcy proceedings; providing requirements for such notices; requiring continuing care facilities to maintain certain records; requiring providers of continuing care to make certain records available for review and to deliver copies of specified disclosure statements; creating s. 651.104, F.S.; prohibiting persons from acting or holding themselves out as management companies for continuing care retirement communities without a certificate of authority; providing requirements for certificate of authority applications; prohibiting the office from issuing certificates of authority under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.1041, F.S.; providing applicability of specified insurer provisions to acquisitions of management companies; creating s. 651.1043, F.S.; providing requirements for management company annual and quarterly financial statements; requiring acquisition application filings under certain circumstances; requiring monthly statement filings under certain circumstances; providing fines for noncompliance; providing rulemaking authority; creating s. 651.1045, F.S.; providing grounds for the office to refuse, suspend, and revoke management company certificates of authority; providing that revocation of a management company’s certificate of authority does not relieve a provider from specified obligations to residents and from annual statement filings and license fees; authorizing the office to seek enforcement actions; amending s. 651.105, F.S.; authorizing the office to examine the businesses of management companies and their parents, subsidiaries, and affiliates under certain circumstances; requiring the office to notify management companies of compliance deficiencies and to require corrective actions or plans; requiring management companies to respond to such notices; amending s. 651.1065, F.S.; prohibiting management companies from engaging in certain acts if delinquency proceedings have been or are to be initiated; providing penalties; amending s. 651.107, F.S.; requiring management companies to file annual statements and pay license fees during periods of certificate of authority suspension; providing for automatic reinstatement or revocation of certificates of authority; amending s. 651.108, F.S.; providing administrative fines for management companies for certain violations; creating s. 651.113, F.S.; authorizing the office to consider certain information in determining whether the continued operation of any provider transacting business in this state may be deemed to be in hazardous financial condition; requiring providers and facilities determined to be insolvent or in danger of insolvency to prepare a plan; requiring the provider or facility to prepare a specified plan; requiring that such plan be presented to the office within a specified timeframe; authorizing the office to issue an order requiring a provider or facility to engage in certain acts under certain circumstances; authorizing the office to issue immediate final orders requiring certain acts; providing construction; amending s. 651.114, F.S.; deleting provisions relating to continuing care facility trustees and lenders; creating s. 651.1165, F.S.; requiring the office to record notices of lien against continuing care facilities’ properties; providing requirements for such liens; providing for lien foreclosures in civil actions; providing that such liens are preferred to all liens, mortgages, and other encumbrances upon the property and all unrecorded liens, mortgages, and other encumbrances; providing conditions for lien releases; amending ss. 624.307, 627.642, 627.6475, 627.657, and 627.66997, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing applicability dates; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Banking and Insurance, Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/19/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1626 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Child Welfare
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses multiple aspects of child welfare in Florida, making several significant changes to existing statutes. It establishes a new Family Advocacy Program requiring the Department of Children and Families to enter into agreements with military installations to coordinate child protective investigations involving military families, ensuring information sharing and maintaining confidentiality. The bill expands law enforcement's ability to take children into custody, including when a child is subject to a court order. It mandates the development of rules to ensure timely access to psychotropic medications for children, including procedures for caretakers to schedule and manage medical appointments. The legislation also introduces provisions for provisional certification of domestic violence centers during emergencies, modifies membership requirements for children's services councils, and allows the department to grant limited exemptions for certain personnel working with children. Additionally, the bill addresses various technical changes, such as extending license expiration dates, adjusting room and board rate methodologies for residential child-caring agencies, and modifying definitions related to missing children. The bill aims to improve child welfare services, streamline administrative processes, and enhance protections for children in foster care and other vulnerable situations, with most provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to child welfare; creating s. 39.3011, F.S.; defining the term “Family Advocacy Program”; requiring the Department of Children and Families to enter into agreements with certain military installations for child protective investigations involving military families; providing requirements for such agreements; amending s. 39.401, F.S.; authorizing a law enforcement officer or an authorized agent of the department to take a child into custody who is the subject of a specified court order; amending s. 39.407, F.S.; requiring the department to develop rules to include a specific process to ensure children receive timely access to clinically appropriate psychotropic medications; amending s. 39.905, F.S.; authorizing the department to waive a specified requirement if there is an emergency need for a new domestic violence center, to issue a provisional certification to such center under certain circumstances, and to adopt rules relating to provisional certifications; amending s. 125.901, F.S.; revising membership requirements for the governing bodies of certain independent special districts; authorizing the county governing body to select an interim appointment for a vacancy under certain circumstances; revising the terms for certain members of the districts’ governing bodies; amending s. 402.305, F.S.; authorizing the department to grant certain exemptions from disqualification for certain persons; amending s. 409.145, F.S.; requiring the department to establish a methodology to determine daily room and board rates for certain children by a date certain, which may include different rates based on a child’s acuity level or the geographic location of the residential child-caring agency; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 409.175, F.S.; authorizing the department to grant certain exemptions from disqualification for certain persons; authorizing the department to extend the expiration date of a license by a specified amount of time for a certain purpose; amending s. 409.993, F.S.; specifying that subcontractors of lead agencies that are direct providers of foster care and related services are not liable for certain acts or omissions; providing that certain contract provisions are void and unenforceable; amending s. 553.73, F.S.; prohibiting the Florida Building Commission from mandating the installation of fire sprinklers or a fire suppression system in certain agencies licensed by the department; amending s. 633.208, F.S.; providing that certain residential child-caring agencies are not required to install fire sprinklers or a fire suppression system under certain circumstances; amending s. 937.0201, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “missing child”; amending s. 937.021, F.S.; specifying the entity with jurisdiction for accepting missing child reports under certain circumstances; amending ss. 402.30501, 1002.57, and 1002.59, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services, Children, Families, and Elder Affairs, Fiscal Policy, Erin Grall (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/03/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0856 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Sexual Assault Counselors
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption protecting the personal identifying and location information (such as home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs) of sexual assault counselors from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill adds sexual assault counselors to the existing list of professionals whose personal information is shielded from public records requests. The legislation recognizes that these counselors often work closely with victims and law enforcement, and their personal information could be exposed through police reports or discovery documents, potentially putting them at risk of harassment, threats, or retaliation. The exemption is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act, meaning it will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The bill includes a detailed statement of public necessity, arguing that the potential harm to sexual assault counselors outweighs any public benefit from disclosing their personal information. The exemption will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of sexual assault counselors; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tina Polsky (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1129 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Crime Victims
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to expand protections for crime victims and law enforcement officers involved in use of force incidents. Specifically, the bill creates confidentiality provisions that prevent the public disclosure of personal identifying information for crime victims, including their name, personal identification number, contact information, and any records that could be used to locate, intimidate, harass, or abuse the victim or their family. The bill also creates similar protections for law enforcement officers involved in use of force incidents, with their identifying information being confidential and exempt from public records requests for an initial 72-hour period, with potential extensions granted by the agency head. The bill provides definitions for key terms like "victim" and "use of force incident" and includes provisions that allow victims or officers to waive these confidentiality protections. Additionally, the bill includes exceptions that permit the release of confidential information for judicial proceedings while protecting the defendant's constitutional rights. The legislation is designed to protect crime victims and law enforcement officers from potential harassment or intimidation, with the exemptions subject to future legislative review and potential repeal in 2030. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing definitions; expanding a public record exemption for crime victims to include the name and personal identification number of the victim and any other information or records that could be used to locate, intimidate, harass, or abuse a victim or the victim's family; including in such exemption records generated by any agency that regularly generates information from or concerning the victims of crime; providing an exception to the public record exemption; providing that certain records identifying law enforcement officers who are involved in a use of force incident are confidential and exempt for a specified period of time; providing requirements for an extension of time of such period; authorizing waivers of the exemptions; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Criminal Justice Subcommittee, Meg Weinberger (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 03/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0888 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Consumer Transparency for Homeowners' Insurance
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances consumer transparency in homeowners' insurance by requiring property insurers to submit detailed rate transparency reports to the Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR) starting October 1, 2025. These reports must include a percentage breakdown of key rating factors such as reinsurance costs, claims costs, defense expenses, fees and commissions, and insurer profit. When offering coverage or renewing policies, insurers must provide consumers with these reports to help them better understand their insurance rates. The reports must be in a uniform format and include additional information like adverse findings from the past three years, use of affiliated entities, contact information for consumer services, and changes in total insured value. The OIR is also mandated to establish a comprehensive, user-friendly website resource center with educational materials about insurance, tools to help consumers find and select appropriate coverage, information about mitigation credits, claims processes, consumer rights, and other relevant insurance market information. The bill aims to make insurance information more accessible and comprehensible to consumers by requiring plain language explanations and graphical representations of complex insurance concepts. The act will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving insurers and the OIR time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to consumer transparency for homeowners’ insurance; amending s. 627.0621, F.S.; requiring that certain rate filings with the Office of Insurance Regulation from residential property insurers include rate transparency reports; providing for acceptance or rejection by the office of such reports; providing construction; providing requirements for such reports; requiring insurers to provide such reports to consumers; requiring that the report indicate that it is preliminary and subject to modification by the office under certain circumstances; requiring the office to define terms used in such reports; requiring the office to establish and maintain a comprehensive resource center on its website; providing requirements for the resource center; specifying that certain information is not a trade secret and is not subject to certain public records exemptions; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Banking and Insurance, Bryan Ávila (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1125 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Regional Planning and Economic Development
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill reforms Florida's approach to regional planning and economic development. Here's a comprehensive summary: This bill restructures various aspects of Florida's economic development framework, focusing on supporting small businesses and enterprises in economically disadvantaged areas. The legislation makes several key changes, including creating the Rural Accelerator Program to facilitate grant funding for rural communities, establishing the Research, Innovation, Science, and Engineering (RISE) Investment Tax Credit Program to increase venture capital investment, and eliminating references to regional planning councils while allowing counties and municipalities to create regional planning entities. The bill replaces terminology related to "minority businesses" with "businesses in economically disadvantaged areas," broadening the definition of which businesses can receive support. It creates a new definition for "business enterprise in an economically disadvantaged area" based on per capita income and unemployment rates, rather than racial or gender classifications. Key provisions include: - Establishing the Office of Secure Florida within the Department of Commerce - Creating the Rural Accelerator Program to help rural communities identify and prepare catalyst sites for economic development - Implementing a new tax credit program (RISE) to encourage venture capital investment in Florida businesses - Repealing existing laws related to regional planning councils - Modifying various state agencies' approaches to business development and support - Changing certification and procurement requirements for businesses The legislation aims to modernize Florida's economic development strategies, remove outdated terminology, and create more flexible support mechanisms for businesses in economically challenged areas. It represents a significant shift in how the state approaches business development, moving away from race-based classifications to a more geography and economic-condition-based approach.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to regional planning and economic development; amending s. 20.60, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the creation of the Department of Commerce and its powers and duties; establishing the Office of Secure Florida within the department for specified purposes; amending s. 187.201, F.S.; revising economic policies of the state comprehensive plan to promote entrepreneurship from certain business startups; amending s. 120.52, F.S.; revising definitions; reenacting s. 57.111(3)(f), F.S., relating to civil actions and administrative proceedings initiated by state agencies; reenacting s. 216.241(3), F.S., relating to expenditure of certain revenues; amending s. 212.08, F.S.; removing a provision prohibiting the issuance of a temporary tax exemption certificate after a specified date; amending s. 253.025, F.S.; providing applicability; amending s. 288.001, F.S.; revising the composition of the statewide advisory board of the Florida Small Business Development Center Network; amending s. 288.0065, F.S.; revising the content requirements of the department's annual incentives report; amending s. 288.0656, F.S.; revising definitions relating to the Rural Economic Development Initiative; requiring the designation of a certain representative by a specified date; creating s. 288.06562, F.S.; creating the Rural Accelerator Program within the department for a specified purpose; requiring that the department accept grant applications from rural communities and collaborate with the Florida Regional Economic Development Association in review of such applications; requiring funds to be appropriated from the Rural Infrastructure Fund for specified purposes; authorizing grant recipient reimbursement in certain instances; authorizing the department to adopt rules; defining the terms "rural community" and "catalyst site"; amending s. 288.1229, F.S.; revising composition requirements of the Florida Sports Foundation; amending s. 288.124, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the convention grants program established by the Florida Tourism Industry Marketing Corporation; providing a directive to the Division of Law Revision; amending s. 288.702, F.S.; revising a short title; amending s. 288.703, F.S.; defining the term "business enterprise in an economically disadvantaged area"; revising definitions; amending s. 288.705, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the use of the statewide contracts register and who the Small Business Development Center is required to coordinate with regarding such use; revising report requirements; repealing s. 288.706, F.S., relating to the Florida Minority Business Loan Mobilization Program; revising legislative findings; repealing ss. 288.7094, 288.7102, 288.71025, 288.7103, and 288.714, F.S., relating to the Black Business Loan Program; amending s. 288.776, F.S.; revising composition requirements for the board of directors of the Florida Export Finance Corporation; creating s. 288.9628, F.S.; providing legislative findings; establishing within the Department of Commerce the Research, Innovation, Science, and Engineering Investment Tax Credit Program; providing the purpose of the program; requiring the department to coordinate with the State Board of Administration in implementing the program; providing definitions; providing for the application process; establishing content requirements of application; requiring applicants to update their applications; establishing funding limitations under the program; listing eligibility and application requirements for a qualifying private fund; providing a funding limitation for a qualifying private fund; authorizing the Department of Revenue to issue tax credits to eligible qualifying investments; providing a fund limitation; authorizing the tax credits issued to be applied against corporate income tax liability; authorizing a qualifying private fund to sell or transfer tax credits issued under the program; providing election requirements; prohibiting the selling or transferring of tax credits that have not yet been issued; authorizing the Department of Commerce to revoke or modify its determination to grant tax credits in certain instances; requiring the department to notify the Department of Revenue of such action; requiring a qualifying private fund to submit an annual report for a specified time period to remain eligible to receive tax credits; providing report requirements; providing construction; requiring the Department of Commerce to include in its annual incentives report, beginning on a specified date, certain information about the program; authorizing the department to adopt rules; amending s. 290.0056, F.S.; revising the types of business enterprises that the enterprise zone development agency may invest in via community investment corporations; amending s. 331.302, F.S.; providing construction; amending s. 331.351, F.S.; revising legislative intent; requiring Space Florida to involve and use business enterprises in economically disadvantaged areas as it relates to spaceport development; amending s. 445.004, F.S.; revising membership composition of CareerSource Florida, Inc.; amending s. 445.007, F.S.; revising composition of local workforce development boards; removing a provision requiring a certain consideration when appointments are made to any committee established by the board; amending s. 445.08, F.S.; revising eligibility requirements for newly employed officers to receive and retain bonus payments; removing an expiration date; amending s. 447.203, F.S.; revising the term "managerial employees"; authorizing counties and municipalities to enter into agreements to create regional planning entities pursuant to specified law; providing a directive to the Division of Law Revision; repealing ss. 186.501, 186.502, 186.503, 186.504, 186.505, 186.506, 186.507, 186.508, 186.509, 186.511, 186.512, and 186.513, F.S., relating to the Florida Regional Planning Council Act; repealing s. 186.515, F.S., relating to the creation of regional planning councils under chapter 163; amending s. 120.525, F.S.; removing provisions relating to meetings of regional planning councils; amending s. 163.3164, F.S.; removing the term "regional planning agency" from the Community Planning Act; amending s. 163.3184, F.S.; revising definitions; revising provisions relating to the expedited review process for the adoption of comprehensive plan amendments; amending s. 163.3245, F.S.; revising provisions relating to sector plans; amending s. 186.003, F.S.; removing the term "regional planning agency" from the Florida State Comprehensive Planning Act of 1972; amending s. 186.006, F.S.; revising the powers and responsibilities of the Executive Office of the Governor; amending s. 186.007, F.S; revising provisions relating to state comprehensive plan preparation and revision; amending s. 215.559, F.S.; revising provision regarding funding priority to projects in certain regional planning council regions; amending s. 252.385, F.S.; revising the content requirements for statewide emergency shelter plans; amending s. 320.08058, F.S.; removing a provision providing specified proceeds to the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council; amending s. 338.2278, F.S.; removing regional planning councils from the taskforce created under the Multi-use Corridors of Regional Economic Significance Program; amending ss. 369.303 and 369.307, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the Wekiva River Protection Area; repealing s. 369.324, F.S., relating to the Wekiva River Basin Commission; amending s. 380.05, F.S.; revising provisions relating to areas of critical state concern; amending s. 380.045, F.S.; removing regional planning councils from resource planning and management committee representation; reenacting s. 380.0552(6), F.S., relating to the Florida Keys Area; amending ss. 403.7225 and 403.723, F.S.; replacing regional planning councils with the Department of Environmental Protection for purposes of hazardous waste management assessments and facilities; amending s. 403.503, F.S.; removing the term "regional planning council" from the Florida Electric Power Plant Siting Act; amending s. 403.522, F.S.; removing the term "regional planning council" from the Florida Electric Transmission Line Siting Act; amending s. 408.033, F.S.; revising provisions relating to local health councils; amending s. 420.609, F.S.; revising the composition of the Affordable Housing Study Commission; amending ss. 17.11, 24.113, 120.65, 163.3177, 163.3178, 163.568, 164.1031, 186.008, 186.803, 218.32, 255.101, 255.102, 255.20, 258.501, 260.0142, 287.012, 287.042, 287.055, 287.057, 287.0931, 287.094, 287.0943, 287.09431, 287.09451, 287.0947, 288.1167, 288.12266, 288.7015, 288.7031, 288.975, 290.004, 290.0057, 320.63, 334.045, 335.188, 338.227, 339.155, 339.175, 339.2821, 339.63, 339.64, 341.041, 343.54, 373.309, 373.607, 376.84, 380.055, 380.06, 380.061, 380.0651, 380.07, 380.507, 381.986, 403.0752, 403.50663, 403.507, 403.518, 403.526, 403.5272, 403.5363, 403.5365, 403.537, 403.704, 403.7226, 403.9403, 403.941, 403.9422, 403.973, 501.171, 625.3255, 627.3511, 657.042, 658.67, 957.09, 1001.706, 1013.30, and 1013.46, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 212.055, 212.096, 339.285, 373.415, 376.3072, 377.703, 378.411, 380.031, 403.5115, 409.901, 440.45, 473.3065, 641.217, 947.02, 947.021, and 1004.435, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Owen (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1097 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Insurance Research
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill renames the Florida Catastrophic Storm Risk Management Center to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management, significantly expanding its research scope and responsibilities. The center, located at Florida State University, will now focus on comprehensive insurance market research, including areas like storm forecasting, consumer protections, claims practices, reinsurance markets, building resilience, and various insurance types. The center is now required to collaborate with the Office of Insurance Regulation to produce an annual report analyzing the state's property insurance market, with projections spanning 1, 5, 10, and 20 years, and recommendations for improving insurance availability and affordability. Additionally, the bill transfers management of the public hurricane loss projection model from Florida International University to Florida State University and requires the center to develop a program to encourage actuarial science students to work in public sector risk management. The center is also authorized to conduct research in response to legislative inquiries and Office of Insurance Regulation requests, with a broader mandate to provide insights into insurance market trends, challenges, and potential policy solutions. The changes aim to enhance Florida's understanding of insurance risks and develop more effective strategies for managing catastrophic event preparedness.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to insurance research; amending s. 1004.647, F.S.; renaming the Florida Catastrophic Storm Risk Management Center to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management; revising the purpose of the center; revising the duties of the center; providing areas of interest for research; requiring the center to collaborate with the Office of Insurance Regulation to produce an annual report analyzing the property insurance market in this state; requiring that the report be published by a specified date and updated at least biennially; requiring the center to develop a program with the office and the Actuarial Science Program at the Florida State University for a specified purpose; requiring the center to use the public hurricane loss projection model when necessary; requiring the center to conduct research in response to inquiries from the Legislature; authorizing the center to conduct research in response to requests from the office; amending s. 627.06281, F.S.; requiring the office to contract with the center to manage the public hurricane loss projection model; requiring the center to update the model; providing that certain fees charged for access and use of the model do not apply to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management; providing for a type two transfer of the public hurricane loss projection model from Florida International University to Florida State University; amending s. 627.06292, F.S.; making conforming changes; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : House Budget Committee, Jennifer Canady (R)*, Hillary Cassel (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 03/28/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1034 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Florida Employee Health Choices Program
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Florida Health Choices Program, renaming it the "Florida Employee Health Choices Program" and making significant changes to its structure and operations. The legislation focuses on creating a marketplace for individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements, allowing employers to provide health care dollars directly to employees to choose their own health insurance plans. Key provisions include streamlining the program's purpose to focus on individual health insurance options, reducing the types of vendors and products that can participate, and simplifying the marketplace process. The bill eliminates previous provisions for risk pooling and removes some insurance code exemptions. The program will be administered by Florida Employee Health Choices, Inc., a 15-member board-governed corporation responsible for managing the marketplace, determining participant eligibility, and ensuring program integrity. The legislation aims to empower employees by giving them more direct control over their health insurance choices while providing a centralized platform for purchasing individual health insurance plans. The changes are designed to create a more focused and efficient health insurance selection process for employers and employees in Florida, with the new program structure taking effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Florida Employee Health Choices Program; amending s. 408.910, F.S.; renaming the Florida Health Choices Program as the “Florida Employee Health Choices Program”; revising legislative intent; revising definitions; revising the purpose and components of the program; revising eligibility and participation requirements for vendors under the program; revising the types of health insurance products that are available for purchase through the program; deleting certain pricing transparency requirements to conform to changes made by the act; revising the structure of the insurance marketplace process under the program; deleting the option for risk pooling under the program; deleting exemptions from certain requirements of the Florida Insurance Code under the program; renaming the corporation administering the program as the “Florida Employee Health Choices, Inc.”; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 409.821, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jonathan Martin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1077 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./E-mail Addresses/DHSMV
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statutes to expand the exemption from public records requirements for e-mail addresses collected by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). Specifically, the bill extends the existing privacy protection to e-mail addresses collected for various notification purposes, including those related to vessel registrations, driver licenses, identification cards, and motor vehicle registrations. The legislation recognizes that e-mail addresses, when combined with other personal information, can be used for identity theft, scams, and unwanted solicitations. By keeping these e-mail addresses exempt from public disclosure, the bill aims to protect consumers from potential privacy risks. The exemption will be subject to future legislative review and is set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The bill provides retroactive applicability and will take effect on the same date as related legislation (HB 1075) if that bill is also adopted in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0712, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements the e-mail addresses collected by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles when providing renewal notices; expanding the exemption to include e-mail addresses collected as a method of notification to certain; expanding the exemption to include e-mail addresses collected as a method of notification related to vessel registrations; providing retroactive applicability; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Danny Alvarez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H1291 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Pub. Rec./Florida Is For Veterans, Inc.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Veterans Florida Opportunity Program by creating a public records exemption for materials and information received or generated by Florida Is For Veterans, Inc. while administering the program. Specifically, the bill protects confidential information such as trade secrets, workforce training plans, business transactions, military records, skills assessments, career goals, resumes, contact information, financial details, and funding agreements. These materials would be exempt from public records requirements, though aggregated data without personal identifying information would remain accessible. The exemption is designed to protect the privacy of veterans, employers, educational institutions, and other organizations participating in the program, which aims to help servicemembers, veterans, and their spouses find employment and develop entrepreneurial skills. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The Legislature argues that this exemption is necessary to prevent exposure of sensitive personal and business information, which could discourage participation in the program and ultimately hinder workforce and economic development efforts in Florida.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 295.22, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for specified materials and information received, generated, ascertained, or discovered by Florida Is For Veterans, Inc., while administering the Veterans Florida Opportunity Program; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Redondo (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1566 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Emergencies
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates Florida's emergency management laws, making multiple changes to enhance the state's preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities during disasters. The bill expands the definition of "political subdivision" to include more types of local government entities, authorizes the Division of Emergency Management to have more command and control during emergencies, and requires county governments to provide specific support during disasters, such as creating publicly available websites with emergency information and offering office space to legislative delegations. The bill also broadens the definition of special needs shelters to include people with functional limitations, increases the emergency preparedness requirements for various healthcare providers like home health agencies and hospices, and mandates that self-service gas stations be equipped with alternate power sources. Additionally, the bill increases the preparedness timeline for individual residents from 72 to 120 hours following a disaster, allows servicemembers with medical training to provide care during emergencies, and provides more flexibility for creating and managing debris management sites. The legislation aims to improve coordination between state agencies, local governments, and emergency management stakeholders to create a more robust and responsive emergency management system in Florida, with an effective date of July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to emergencies; amending s. 215.559, F.S.; revising the units of government given certain funding priority; amending s. 250.375, F.S.; authorizing certain servicemembers to provide medical care in specified circumstances; amending s. 252.32, F.S.; authorizing the Division of Emergency Management to create certain local organizations in county constitutional offices; providing that county constitutional offices have specified emergency powers; amending s. 252.34, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “political subdivision”; amending s. 252.35, F.S.; providing that the division has command and control of specified emergency management efforts; revising requirements for a state comprehensive emergency management plan; revising duties of the division; authorizing the division to create new debris management sites in certain circumstances; creating s. 252.352, F.S.; requiring certain political subdivisions to publish specified information on publicly available websites; requiring that such websites be available for a specified period of time; requiring certain county governments to provide to the county’s legislative delegation specified office space and information and a direct point of contact; amending s. 252.355, F.S.; providing that the registry of persons with special needs and special needs shelters includes persons with functional limitations; requiring special needs shelters to include individuals with functional limitations; authorizing the Department of Veterans’ Affairs to provide certain information to specified clients; amending s. 252.357, F.S.; requiring that the Florida Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan authorize the Agency for Health Care Administration to contact independent living facilities in a disaster area; amending s. 252.359, F.S.; revising the manner in which the division facilitates transportation of essentials before and after an emergency; requiring local law enforcement to cooperate with the division to ensure the availability of essentials; specifying the entities that determine state roadways; amending s. 252.365, F.S.; revising the responsibilities of the emergency coordination officer; requiring the head of each agency to make specified notifications annually; amending s. 252.373, F.S.; authorizing the division to use certain funds for administration; amending s. 252.385, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for the division; revising requirements for a specified list of facilities recommended to be retrofitted; amending s. 282.201, F.S.; abrogating the scheduled repeal of the division’s exemption from using the required state data center; amending s. 403.7071, F.S.; revising the time period during which specified providers are not required to collect storm-generated yard trash; requiring specified entities to take certain actions regarding the creation, authorization, preauthorization, and management of debris management sites; providing that such sites do not need to be inspected if certain conditions are met; amending s. 526.141, F.S.; requiring that self-service gasoline stations be equipped with an alternate power source; amending ss. 252.356, 381.0011, 381.0303, 400.492, 400.506, 400.610, 400.934, and 401.273, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Corey Simon (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S0710 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records/Crime Stoppers Organizations
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption that protects personal identifying information for employees, board members, and volunteers of Crime Stoppers organizations. Specifically, the bill makes home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these individuals exempt from public disclosure, along with similar information about their spouses and children. The exemption also covers the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. Crime Stoppers organizations are defined in Florida Statute 16.557(1) and typically work to help law enforcement solve crimes by collecting anonymous tips and offering rewards. The bill includes a statement of public necessity explaining that releasing such information could put these individuals and their families at risk of retaliation from individuals connected to criminal investigations. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The bill includes provisions for how agencies should handle requests to maintain the exemption and provides a mechanism for individuals to request the release of their own information. The new law is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply retroactively to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for specified personal identifying and location information of employees of crime stoppers organizations and the board members and volunteers of such crime stoppers organizations; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Criminal Justice, Rosalind Osgood (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #S1012 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Public Records and Meetings/Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new exemptions for public records and meetings related to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact. Specifically, it exempts certain personal identifying information of occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants from public records requirements, allowing such information to remain confidential unless the originating state authorizes its disclosure. The bill also creates exemptions for certain meetings of the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, including discussions about member state noncompliance, internal personnel matters, potential litigation, contract negotiations, personnel accusations, trade secrets, personal privacy concerns, investigatory records, and other sensitive topics. Additionally, any recordings, minutes, and records generated during these exempt meetings will also be protected from public disclosure. The Legislature justifies these exemptions as necessary for the state to effectively participate in the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, which requires these protections. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning these exemptions will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to extend them. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1010).
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 468.2265, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain information held by the Department of Health or the Board of Occupational Therapy pursuant to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact; authorizing disclosure of the information under certain circumstances; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain meetings, or portions of meetings, of the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during the exempt meetings or exempt portions of meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Alexis Calatayud (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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FL bill #H0301 • Last Action 05/03/2025
Suits Against the Government
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's sovereign immunity and tort liability laws by significantly increasing the statutory limits on liability for claims against the state, its agencies, and subdivisions. Specifically, the bill raises the per-person claim limit from $200,000 to $500,000 starting October 1, 2025, and to $600,000 starting October 1, 2030. Similarly, the total claim limit for multiple claims arising from the same incident increases from $300,000 to $1 million in 2025, and to $1.1 million in 2030. The bill also authorizes subdivisions of the state to settle claims exceeding these limits without legislative approval, regardless of insurance coverage. Additionally, it prohibits insurance policies from conditioning payment on the enactment of a claim bill, mandates that the liability limits in effect when a claim accrues will apply to that claim, and revises various statutes related to presenting and filing tort claims, including extending the time to present a claim from 3 to 18 months and modifying statute of limitations for different types of claims. The changes aim to provide more clarity and flexibility in how tort claims against government entities are handled while incrementally increasing the financial protections available to claimants.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to suits against the government; amending s. 768.28, F.S.; increasing the statutory limits on liability for tort claims against the state and its agencies and subdivisions; authorizing a subdivision of the state to settle a claim in excess of the statutory limit without further action by the Legislature regardless of insurance coverage limits; prohibiting an insurance policy from conditioning payment of benefits on the enactment of a claim bill; specifying that the limitations in effect on the date the claim accrues apply to that claim; revising the period within which certain claims must be presented to certain entities; revising exceptions relating to instituting actions on tort claims against the state or one of its agencies or subdivisions; revising the period after which the failure of certain entities to make final disposition of a claim shall be deemed a final denial of the claim for certain purposes; revising the statute of limitations for tort claims against the state or one of its agencies or subdivisions and exceptions thereto; providing applicability; amending s. 944.713, conforming provisions to changes made by the act; reenacting ss. 45.061(5), 110.504(4), 111.071(1)(a), 125.01015(2)(b), hb301-01-c1 163.01(3)(h) and (15)(k), 190.043, 213.015(13), 252.51, 252.89, 252.944, 260.0125(2), 284.31, 284.38, 322.13(1)(b), 337.19(1), 341.302(17), 351.03(4)(c), 373.1395(6), 375.251(3)(a), 381.0056(9), 393.075(3), 394.9085(7), 395.1055(10)(g), 403.706(17)(c), 409.175(15)(b), s. 409.993(1)(a) and (b), (2)(a), and (3)(a), 420.504(8), 455.221(3), 455.32(5), 456.009(3), 456.076(15)(a), 471.038(3), 472.006(11)(b), 497.167(7), 513.118(2), 548.046(1), s. 556.106(8), 589.19(4)(e), 627.7491(3) and (4), 723.0611(2)(c), 760.11(5), 766.1115(4), 766.112(2), 768.1355(3), 768.1382(7), 768.295(4), 946.5026, 946.514(3), 961.06(5), (6)(a), and (7), 1002.33(12)(h), 1002.333(6)(b), 1002.34(17), 1002.351(3)(c), 1002.37(2), 1002.55(3)(l), 1002.83(10), 1002.88(1)(p), 1006.24(1), and 1006.261(2)(b), F.S., relating to offers of settlement, volunteer benefits, payment of judgments or settlements against certain public officers or employees, office of the sheriff, the Florida Interlocal Cooperation Act of 1969, suits against community development districts, taxpayer rights, liability, tort liability, tort liability, limitation on liability of private landowners whose property is designated as part of the statewide system of greenways and trail, scope and types of coverages, hb301-01-c1 waiver of sovereign immunity, driver license examiners, suits by and against the Department of Transportation, rail program, railroad-highway grade- crossing warning signs and signals, limitation on liability of water management district with respect to areas made available to the public for recreational purposes without charge, limitation on liability of persons making available to public certain areas for recreational purposes without charge, school health services program, general liability coverage, behavioral provider liability, rules and enforcement, local government solid waste responsibilities, licensure of family foster homes, residential child- caring agencies, and child-placing agencies, lead agencies and subcontractor liability, the Florida Housing Finance Corporation, legal and investigative services, the Management Privatization Act, legal and investigative services, impaired practitioner programs, the Florida Engineers Management Corporation, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, administrative matters, conduct on premises; refusal of service, physician's attendance at match, liability of the member operator, excavator, and system, creation of certain state forests; naming of certain state forests; Operation Outdoor Freedom hb301-01-c1 Program, official law enforcement vehicles; motor vehicle insurance requirements, the Florida Mobile Home Relocation Corporation, administrative and civil remedies; construction, health care providers; creation of agency relationship with governmental contractors, comparative fault, the Florida Volunteer Protection Act, streetlights, security lights, and other similar illumination, Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP), sovereign immunity in tort actions, inmates not state employees, compensation for wrongful incarceration, charter schools, persistently low-performing schools, charter technical career centers, the Florida School for Competitive Academics, the Florida Virtual School, school-year prekindergarten program delivered by private prekindergarten providers, Early learning coalitions, school readiness program provider standards, tort liability; liability insurance, and use of school buses for public purposes, respectively, to incorporate changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Judiciary Committee, Fiona McFarland (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
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VT bill #S0030 • Last Action 05/02/2025
An act relating to updating and reorganizing the health insurance statutes in 8 V.S.A. chapter 107
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates and reorganizes the health insurance statutes in 8 V.S.A. chapter 107, creating a comprehensive and structured approach to health insurance regulation in Vermont. The bill repeals the existing chapter and replaces it with a new, more detailed framework that covers various aspects of health insurance, including definitions, compliance with federal laws, non-discrimination provisions, and specific requirements for different types of health insurance plans. Key provisions include establishing clear definitions for health insurance terms, mandating compliance with federal laws like the Affordable Care Act and No Surprises Act, prohibiting unfair discrimination, regulating advertising practices, and setting standards for policy forms and rate filings. The bill also introduces detailed requirements for group coverage, continuation of coverage, child and dependent coverage, and specific mandated benefits such as mental health services, reproductive health care, and cancer treatments. Additionally, the legislation addresses prescription drug coverage, telemedicine services, and creates mechanisms for external review of health care service decisions. The bill aims to provide more comprehensive consumer protections, ensure transparency in health insurance practices, and align Vermont's health insurance regulations with current federal standards and best practices.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to updating and reorganizing the health insurance statutes in 8 V.S.A. chapter 107.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ginny Lyons (D)*, Ann Cummings (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 05/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate Message: Signed by Governor 5/1/2025
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FL bill #H1255 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Education
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous changes to Florida's education statutes, addressing a wide range of topics from school facilities and teacher recruitment to student scholarship programs and educational standards. The bill renames Hillsborough Community College to "Hillsborough College", removes references to the Florida School for Competitive Academics from various sections of law, and introduces several new provisions. Some key changes include authorizing charter schools more flexibility in facility requirements, expanding apprenticeship program opportunities in state recruitment, modifying background screening requirements for private school personnel, and revising definitions and requirements for various educational programs. The bill also updates terminology around teacher shortage areas (now called "high-demand teacher needs areas"), adds new financial literacy content for high school students, provides more detailed parental notification requirements for students with mathematics deficiencies, and extends the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children's repeal date. The bill aims to streamline educational processes, provide more support for students and teachers, and create more flexible educational environments across various levels of Florida's education system.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to education; amending s. 11.45, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from the list of entities subject to certain audit requirements; amending s. 110.211, F.S.; authorizing recruiting within the career service system to include the use of certain apprenticeship programs; providing that open competition is not required under certain circumstances relating to the career service system; amending s. 125.901, F.S.; revising the composition and terms of membership of certain councils; amending s. 216.251, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from specified classification and pay plans; amending s. 446.032, F.S.; revising the date by which the Department of Education is required to publish an annual report on apprenticeship and preapprenticeship programs; amending s. 447.203, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from the definition of a public employer; amending s. 1000.04, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from the components of Florida's Early Learning-20 education system; amending s. 1000.21, F.S.; renaming Hillsborough Community College as "Hillsborough College"; amending s. 1000.40, F.S.; revising the scheduled repeal date of the Interstate hb1255 -03-er2025 Legislature Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children; amending s. 1001.03, F.S.; renaming critical teacher shortage areas as "high-demand teacher needs areas"; amending s. 1001.20, F.S.; deleting oversight of the Florida School for Competitive Academics from the duties of the Office of Inspector General within the department; amending s. 1001.452, F.S.; deleting a provision requiring the Commissioner of Education to determine whether school districts have maximized efforts to include minority persons and persons of lower socioeconomic status on their school advisory councils; amending s. 1001.7065, F.S.; revising academic standards for the preeminent state research university program to include a specified average Classic Learning Test score; amending s. 1002.20, F.S.; authorizing public schools to purchase or enter into arrangements for certain emergency opioid antagonists, rather than only for naloxone; requiring that district school board policies authorizing corporal punishment include a requirement that parental consent be provided before the administration of corporal punishment; amending s. 1002.33, F.S.; requiring a charter school to comply with provisions relating to corporal punishment; prohibiting local governing authorities from imposing or enforcing hb1255 -03-er2025 Legislature certain building requirements and restrictions on charter school facilities; requiring the local governing authority to administratively approve a charter school if certain requirements are met; amending the statutory cause of action for an aggrieved school or entity; prohibiting local governing authorities from requiring charter schools to obtain a special exemption or conditional use approval unless otherwise specified; repealing s. 1002.351, F.S., relating to the Florida School for Competitive Academics; amending s. 1002.394, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from Family Empowerment Scholarship prohibitions; amending s. 1002.395, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from Florida Tax Credit Scholarship prohibitions; amending s. 1002.42, F.S.; authorizing certain private schools to construct new facilities on property that meets specified criteria; amending s. 1002.421, F.S.; revising the background screening requirements for certain private school personnel; amending s. 1002.71, F.S.; revising the conditions under which a student may withdraw from a prekindergarten program and reenroll in another program; amending s. 1002.81, F.S.; revising definitions; amending s. 1002.82, F.S.; revising hb1255 -03-er2025 Legislature requirements for a specified statewide data information program within the school readiness program; amending s. 1002.84, F.S.; revising requirements for the program's uniform waiting list; amending s. 1002.85, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 1002.89, F.S.; revising the requirements for determining the school readiness program allocation; amending s. 1003.05, F.S.; requiring that strategies addressed in specified memoranda of agreement between school districts and military installations include the development and implementation of a specified training module; requiring the Department of Education to provide the training module to each district school board; requiring each district school board to provide such module to each public and charter K-12 school in its district; requiring district school boards to make certain training available to certain employees; amending s. 1003.41, F.S.; requiring that certain standards documents contain only academic standards and benchmarks; requiring the Commissioner of Education to revise currently approved standards documents and submit them to the State Board of Education by a specified date; amending s. 1003.4201, F.S.; authorizing the inclusion of intensive reading hb1255 -03-er2025 Legislature interventions in a school district comprehensive reading instruction plan; requiring that intensive reading interventions be delivered by instructional personnel who possess a micro-credential or are certified or endorsed in reading; requiring that such interventions incorporate certain strategies; requiring that instructional personnel with a micro- credential be supervised by an individual certified or endorsed in reading; defining the term "supervised"; authorizing the inclusion in the reading instruction plans of a description of how school districts prioritize the assignment of highly effective teachers; amending s. 1003.4282, F.S.; revising the requirements for instruction on financial literacy; amending s. 1004.04, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 1004.0971, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "emergency opioid antagonist"; amending s. 1005.06, F.S.; authorizing certain institutions to operate without licensure; specifying affirmations required as a part of an affidavit; requiring submission of requested documentation in a specified timeframe; requiring the Commission for Independent Education to review such affidavit in a public meeting; specifying commission actions for noncompliance; authorizing the commission hb1255 -03-er2025 Legislature to adopt rules; amending s. 1006.09, F.S.; expanding the duties of school principals relating to student discipline and school safety; amending s. 1006.13, F.S.; requiring district school superintendents to provide a determination to extend the expulsion period for students; providing requirements for such determination; requiring such determination be provided to students and parents; amending s. 1007.27, F.S.; requiring the state board to identify national consortia to develop certain courses; authorizing the department to join or establish a national consortium as an additional alternative method to develop and implement advanced placement courses; amending s. 1007.35, F.S.; revising which examinations public high schools are required to administer; revising the examinations about which a partnership must provide information to specified individuals and entities; revising the examinations for which the department must provide the learning data from to a certain partnership; amending s. 1008.25, F.S.; requiring parents of a student who exhibits a substantial deficiency in mathematics to be notified in writing of information about the student's eligibility for the New Worlds Scholarship Accounts and the New Worlds Tutoring Program; amending s. 1008.365, F.S.; revising hb1255 -03-er2025 Legislature the types of tutoring hours that may be counted toward meeting the community service requirements for the Bright Futures Scholarship Program; amending s. 1008.366, F.S.; requiring the New Worlds Tutoring Program to provide best practice guidelines for mathematics tutoring in consultation with the Office of Mathematics and Sciences; revising the submission date for a specified report relating to the New Worlds Tutoring Program; amending s. 1009.8962, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "institution"; repealing s. 1011.58, F.S., relating to legislative budget requests of the Florida School for Competitive Academics; repealing s. 1011.59, F.S., relating to funds for the Florida School for Competitive Academics; amending s. 1011.71, F.S.; revising the types of casualty insurance premiums that may be paid by a district school tax; amending ss. 1012.07 and 1012.22, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 1012.315, F.S.; providing that specified provisions relating to ineligibility for educator certification or specified employment apply to owners and operators of certain private schools; providing that certain background screening requirements remain in place for a specified period of time for certain personnel; amending s. 1012.77, F.S.; hb1255 -03-er2025 Legislature specifying entities eligible to submit nominees for the Teacher of the Year and Ambassador for Education awards; amending s. 1013.30, F.S.; revising the timeframe for updates to state university campus master plans; amending s. 1009.531, F.S.; revising eligibility requirements for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program for students who earn a high school diploma from a non-Florida school under certain circumstances; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Education & Employment Committee, Student Academic Success Subcommittee, Dana Trabulsy (R)*, Chase Tramont (R)*, Webster Barnaby (R), Yvette Benarroch (R), Peggy Gossett-Seidman (R), Patt Maney (R), Susan Plasencia (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 70
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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NV bill #AB125 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Revises provisions relating to public bodies. (BDR 18-909)
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises Nevada's public meeting notice requirements by expanding the state's official website's responsibilities for posting public body meeting information. Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Administration to establish a location on the state's official website that not only posts meeting notices, but also includes a schedule of upcoming public body meetings. The schedule must provide at least 3 working days' notice before a meeting, allowing the public more advanced information about when and where government meetings will occur. The bill also mandates that the Department facilitate the transmission of meeting schedules from public bodies to the website and ensure these schedules are posted in a timely and efficient manner. This change aims to increase government transparency by making it easier for citizens to track and access information about public meetings across various governmental entities. The modification builds upon existing Open Meeting Law requirements, which already mandate written notice of meetings at least 3 working days in advance, but now creates a more centralized and accessible system for disseminating this information.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to governmental administration; requiring that the location on the official website of the State for the posting of notices by public bodies that is maintained by the Department of Administration includes a place to display certain information relating to meetings; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Tanya Flanagan (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Senate Government Affairs Hearing (15:30:00 5/2/2025 Room 2149)
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NY bill #A08158 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Enacts the New York privacy act to require companies to disclose their methods of de-identifying personal information, to place special safeguards around data sharing and to allow consumers to obtain the names of all entities with whom their information is shared.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the New York Privacy Act, a comprehensive data privacy law designed to give consumers more control over their personal information. The bill requires companies that conduct business in New York or target New York residents to provide clear notices about data collection, processing, and sharing practices. Specifically, companies must disclose the categories of personal data they collect, the purposes for processing that data, and the types of third parties with whom the data is shared. Consumers are granted several key rights, including the ability to opt out of targeted advertising and data sales, access and correct their personal data, request data deletion, and obtain a portable copy of their data in a machine-readable format. The bill applies to companies that meet certain thresholds, such as having annual gross revenue of $25 million or processing data of 50,000 consumers. Companies must obtain explicit consent for processing sensitive data, implement reasonable data security measures, and are prohibited from discriminating against consumers who exercise their privacy rights. The New York Attorney General is empowered to enforce the law, with potential penalties of up to $20,000 per violation. The law is designed to provide enhanced privacy protections, increase transparency in data practices, and give consumers more autonomy over their personal information.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to the management and oversight of personal data
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• Introduced: 05/02/2025
• Added: 05/03/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Nily Rozic (D)*, Bill Conrad (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: referred to consumer affairs and protection
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NV bill #AB128 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Creates the Public Records Task Force. (BDR S-400)
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Public Records Task Force, a 10-member group comprising government representatives and transparency advocates appointed by the Senate Majority Leader, Assembly Speaker, Senate and Assembly Minority Leaders, and the Governor. The Task Force will comprehensively evaluate Nevada's public records laws, including current legal exemptions, the impact of broad public records requests on government entities, the costs and burdens of redacting confidential information, and dispute resolution mechanisms. Members will serve without compensation and will be expected to meet at least four times, with a goal of making recommendations to improve public records access and management. These recommendations will cover topics such as clarifying record custodianship, protecting sensitive information, establishing protocols for record requests, creating a standardized fee schedule, and developing mechanisms to prevent retaliatory litigation. By October 31, 2026, the Task Force must submit a detailed written report to the Legislative Counsel Bureau, which will be transmitted to various government affairs committees. The Task Force will be in operation from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027, providing a focused two-year period to study and propose improvements to Nevada's public records system.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to public records; creating the Public Records Task Force; setting forth the membership and duties of the Task Force; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Senate Government Affairs Hearing (15:30:00 5/2/2025 Room 2149)
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FL bill #S0180 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Emergencies
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively addresses emergency management and hurricane preparedness in Florida, introducing numerous provisions to improve the state's response to natural disasters. The bill requires counties and municipalities to develop detailed poststorm permitting plans, create online resources for emergency information, and establish guidelines for rebuilding after hurricanes. It restricts local governments from imposing burdensome regulations or moratoriums on reconstruction in hurricane-affected areas for one year after a storm. The legislation mandates the creation of an interagency coordinating group to share information about natural hazards, requires annual hurricane readiness sessions, and establishes new reporting requirements for emergency expenditures. The bill also includes provisions for protecting special needs populations during emergencies, streamlining permit processes, and ensuring that infrastructure and shelters are prepared for potential disasters. Additionally, it creates new requirements for securing construction equipment during hurricanes and provides guidelines for building permit allocations in vulnerable areas like the Florida Keys, with a focus on prioritizing owner-occupied, affordable, and workforce housing.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to emergencies; amending s. 83.63, F.S.; requiring certain tenants to be given specified opportunities or notice; creating s. 163.31795, F.S.; defining the terms “cumulative substantial improvement period” and “local government”; prohibiting certain local governments from adopting ordinances for substantial improvements or repairs to a structure which include cumulative substantial improvement periods; amending s. 163.31801, F.S.; prohibiting certain entities from assessing impact fees for specified replacement structures; providing an exception; providing construction; amending s. 193.155, F.S.; revising the square footage limitations for certain changes, additions, and improvements to damaged property; amending s. 215.559, F.S.; removing a reference to a certain report; revising public hurricane shelter funding prioritization requirements for the Division of Emergency Management; amending s. 250.375, F.S.; authorizing certain servicemembers to provide medical care in specified circumstances; amending s. 252.35, F.S.; revising requirements for the state comprehensive emergency management plan; requiring such plan to include an update on the status of certain emergency management capabilities; requiring the division to collaborate with the Department of Health; revising responsibilities of the division; requiring the division to develop a certain template; revising the purpose of certain training programs; requiring the division to set the minimum number of training hours that specified individuals must complete biennially; authorizing such training to be provided by certain entities; requiring the division to conduct an annual hurricane readiness session in each region designated by the division for a specified purpose; requiring all county emergency management directors, and authorizing other county and municipal personnel, to attend such session; requiring that the session include specified topics and needs; removing a specified reporting requirement; amending s. 252.355, F.S.; authorizing the Department of Veterans’ Affairs to provide certain information to specified clients or their caregivers; requiring the Florida Housing Finance Corporation to enter into memoranda of understanding with specified agencies for a certain purpose; providing that specified persons may use special needs shelters in certain circumstances; amending s. 252.3611, F.S.; directing specified entities to submit specified contracts and reports to the Legislature under specified conditions; requiring such contracts to be posted on a specified secure contract system; requiring the division to report annually to the Legislature specified information on expenditures relating to emergencies; providing requirements for such report; amending s. 252.363, F.S.; providing for the tolling and extension of certain determinations; providing for retroactive application; amending s. 252.365, F.S.; requiring agency heads to notify the Governor and the division of the person designated as the emergency coordination officer annually by a specified date; amending s. 252.3655, F.S.; creating the natural hazards risks and mitigation interagency coordinating group; providing the purpose of the group; providing for the membership and administration of the group; requiring agency representatives to provide information relating to natural hazards to this state, agency resources, and efforts to address and mitigate risks and impacts of natural hazards; requiring the group to meet in person or by communications media technology at least quarterly for specified purposes; requiring specified agency heads to meet at least annually to strategize and prioritize state efforts; requiring the division, on behalf of the group, to prepare an annual progress report and submit such report to the Governor and Legislature; revising requirements for such report; amending s. 252.37, F.S.; requiring the division to notify the Legislature of its intent to accept or apply for federal funds under certain circumstances; requiring the division to take steps to maximize the availability and expedite the distribution of financial assistance from the Federal Government to state and local agencies; requiring that such steps include the standardization and streamlining of the application process for federal financial assistance and the provision of assistance to applicants for a specified purpose; requiring the division to use certain federal funds to implement such requirements; amending s. 252.373, F.S.; conforming a cross reference; amending s. 252.38, F.S.; requiring political subdivisions to annually provide specified notification to the division before a specified date; creating s. 252.381, F.S.; requiring counties and municipalities to post certain information on their websites; requiring counties and municipalities to develop a poststorm permitting plan; providing requirements for such plan; requiring counties and municipalities to update such plan by a specified date annually; requiring counties and municipalities to publish on their websites a specified storm recovery guide by a specified date annually; providing requirements for such guide; requiring certain counties and municipalities to publish on their websites updates to such guide as soon as practicable following a storm; prohibiting certain counties and municipalities from increasing building permit or inspection fees within a specified timeframe; requiring counties and municipalities to allow individuals to receive certain letters electronically on or before a specified date; requiring certain counties and municipalities to use their best efforts to open a permitting office for a minimum number of hours per week; amending s. 252.385, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for the division; revising requirements for a specified list; requiring the Department of Health and the Agency for Persons with Disabilities to assist the division with certain determinations; creating s. 252.422, F.S.; defining the term “impacted local government”; prohibiting impacted local governments from proposing or adopting certain moratoriums, amendments, or procedures for a specified timeframe; authorizing the enforcement of certain amendments, plans, permits, and orders under certain circumstances; authorizing any person to file suit to enforce specified provisions; authorizing counties and municipalities to request a specified determination by a court; prohibiting counties and municipalities from taking certain actions until the court has issued a preliminary or final judgment; requiring plaintiffs to provide certain notification before filing suit; requiring impacted local governments to take certain actions upon receipt of such notification or a suit may be filed; providing for reasonable attorney fees and costs; authorizing the use of a certain summary procedure; requiring the court to advance the cause on the calendar; requiring the Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability to conduct a study on certain local government actions after hurricanes; specifying requirements for the study and legislative recommendations; requiring the office to submit a report to the Legislature by a specified date; creating s. 252.505, F.S.; requiring that certain contracts include a specified provision; defining the term “emergency recovery period”; amending s. 373.423, F.S.; requiring the Department of Environmental Protection to submit a Flood Inventory and Restoration Report to the division by a specified date; requiring the department to work with specified entities to compile information for the report; providing specifications for the report; requiring the owner of certain infrastructure to submit certain information to the department; requiring the department to review and update the report biannually; requiring the department to submit an updated report to the division by a specified date; amending s. 380.0552, F.S.; revising the maximum evacuation clearance time for permanent residents of the Florida Keys Area, which time is an element for which amendments to local comprehensive plans in the Florida Keys Area must be reviewed for compliance; requiring the Department of Commerce to conduct baseline modeling scenarios and gather data to determine the number of building permit allocations for distribution in the Florida Keys Area; requiring that such allocations be distributed in a specified manner and over a specified timeframe; prohibiting such allocations from exceeding a specified number; requiring that permits be issued for certain parcels and the distribution of such permits prioritize specified allocations; amending s. 400.063, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 403.7071, F.S.; providing that local governments are authorized and encouraged to add certain addendums to certain contracts and agreements; requiring counties and municipalities to apply to the department for authorization to designate at least one debris management site; authorizing municipalities to apply jointly with a county or adjacent municipality for authorization of a debris management site if such entities approve a memorandum of understanding; providing requirements for such memorandum; creating s. 489.1132, F.S.; providing definitions; requiring a hurricane preparedness plan to be available for inspection at certain worksites; requiring certain equipment to be secured in a specified manner no later than 24 hours before the impacts of a hurricane are anticipated to begin; providing penalties; requiring the Florida Building Commission to establish specified best practices and report findings to the Legislature by a specified date; amending s. 553.902, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “renovated building”; requiring the division to consult with specified entities to develop certain recommendations and provide a report to the Legislature by a specified date; prohibiting certain counties from proposing or adopting certain moratoriums, amendments, or procedures for a specified timeframe; declaring that such moratoriums, amendments, or procedures are null and void; providing for retroactive application; authorizing the enforcement of certain amendments, plans, permits, and orders under certain circumstances; authorizing certain residents and business owners to bring a civil action for declaratory and injunctive relief against a county or municipality that violates specified provisions; providing for reasonable attorney fees and costs under specified circumstances; providing for future expiration; providing a directive to the Division of Law Revision; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Appropriations, Community Affairs, Nick DiCeglie (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: Ordered engrossed, then enrolled
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WA bill #SB5139 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Concerning reentry council.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the composition and operations of the state's Reentry Council, expanding its membership from 15 to 22 members appointed by the governor. The bill adds new requirements for council membership, including representatives from additional state agencies like the health care authority and employment security department, and specifically mandates the inclusion of two currently incarcerated individuals (one from a men's facility and one from a women's facility), two crime survivors or victims with gender diversity, and maintaining existing requirements for representation from various stakeholder groups. The bill also changes compensation rules, allowing council members to receive compensation according to state guidelines and travel expense reimbursement. Additionally, it modifies meeting protocols, specifically noting that incarcerated council members must participate virtually unless the meeting is held at their correctional facility. The quorum requirement is increased from seven to twelve members, and the council is still required to meet at least four times per year. These changes aim to enhance the council's diversity, representation, and operational effectiveness in addressing reentry issues for incarcerated individuals.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to reentry council; and amending RCW 43.380.030, 2 43.380.060, and 43.380.070. 3
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Claire Wilson (D)*, Noel Frame (D), Bob Hasegawa (D), T'wina Nobles (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Effective date 7/27/2025.
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VA bill #SB854 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Consumer Data Protection Act; social media platforms, responsibilities and prohibitions to minors.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Consumer Data Protection Act, focusing on regulating social media platforms' interactions with minors under 16 years old. The legislation requires social media platforms to implement commercially reasonable age verification methods, such as neutral age screening mechanisms, to determine a user's age. Once a minor is identified, the platforms must restrict their daily usage to one hour per day for each service or application. Parents will have the ability to provide verifiable consent to adjust this time limit up or down. The bill stipulates that any information collected for age verification can only be used for that specific purpose and age-appropriate experiences. Importantly, platforms cannot discriminate against users by degrading service quality or increasing prices due to time limit restrictions. The law includes a specific definition of a "social media platform" that goes beyond simple messaging services, focusing on platforms that allow user profile creation, social connections, and user-generated content sharing. The provisions of this act will become effective on January 1, 2026, giving companies time to prepare for implementation.
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Bill Summary: Consumer Data Protection Act; social media platforms; responsibilities and prohibitions related to minors. Requires that any controller or processor that operates a social media platform shall (i) use commercially reasonable methods, such as a neutral age screen mechanism, to determine whether a user is a minor younger than 16 years of age and (ii) limit any such minor's use of such social media platform to one hour per day, per service or application, and allow a parent to give verifiable parental consent to increase or decrease the daily time limit. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Schuyler VanValkenburg (D)*, Lashrecse Aird (D)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 54
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0703)
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ND bill #SB2180 • Last Action 05/02/2025
The opportunity to provide public comment at a meeting of a public entity.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new requirement for public entities in North Dakota, including cities, counties, townships, school districts, park districts, and water resource districts, to include a public comment opportunity during their regular meetings. The bill mandates that individuals providing comments must submit their name and address in writing, with the address being kept confidential. Public entities may implement reasonable limitations on public comments, such as setting time limits per speaker or total comment time, and restricting comments to agenda topics from the current and previous meetings. Each governing body must develop a policy for public comments that ensures comments are pertinent to the public entity, do not disrupt the meeting, and are not defamatory, abusive, harassing, or unlawful. The bill also allows entities to prohibit comments that have alternative procedures for submission, contain confidential information, or are otherwise prohibited by law. This legislation aims to enhance public participation and transparency in local government meetings while maintaining an orderly and productive meeting environment.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 44-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the opportunity to provide public comment at a meeting of a public entity.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 69th Legislative Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Bob Paulson (R)*, Larry Luick (R)*, Kent Weston (R)*, Daniel Johnston (R), Scott Louser (R), Dan Ruby (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Filed with Secretary Of State 05/01
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AZ bill #SB1372 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Public records; notification; commercial purpose
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Arizona's public records law by adding a new requirement for individuals requesting public records. When making a request, the person must now affirm whether the record is being sought for a commercial or non-commercial purpose. If the request is for a commercial purpose, the requester must provide a statement explaining the intended use of the records, in accordance with section 39-121.03, subsection A. This change aims to provide more transparency and accountability in how public records are accessed and used. The bill maintains the existing framework that allows individuals to request copies, printouts, or photographs of public records during regular office hours, with potential copying and postage charges. The custodian of the records is still obligated to promptly furnish the requested documents, with certain records related to specific purposes being provided free of charge. The bill does not fundamentally alter the public's right to access government records but introduces an additional step of disclosure for commercial use requests.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending section 39-121.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : J.D. Mesnard (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 05/06/2025
• Last Action: Chapter 102
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WA bill #SB5455 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Concerning the administration of the Andy Hill cancer research endowment.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the administration of the Andy Hill cancer research endowment by updating several key provisions. The bill revises definitions related to the endowment, including adding a definition for "clinical trial" and allowing for multiple program administrators instead of just one. It adjusts the composition of the governing board, which will continue to consist of 13 members appointed by the governor from various sectors including universities, cancer research centers, patient advocacy groups, and businesses. The bill expands the board's responsibilities, including the ability to staff the program with one or more program administrators and potentially create nonprofit corporations to perform administrative duties. The endowment's grant-making process is refined, with additional criteria for evaluating grant proposals, such as considering cultural inclusivity, language accessibility, and potential for improving health outcomes. The bill also modifies the financial structure, particularly around the match transfer account, allowing for more flexible use of state matching funds and clarifying the administrative processes for receiving and disbursing funds. Throughout the changes, the core mission remains supporting cancer research, prevention, and care in Washington state, with an emphasis on leveraging diverse expertise and maximizing the potential impact of funded research.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the administration of the Andy Hill cancer 2 research endowment; amending RCW 43.348.020, 43.348.040, 43.348.060, 3 and 43.348.080; and reenacting and amending RCW 43.348.010. 4
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Paul Harris (R)*, Annette Cleveland (D), John Braun (R), Ron Muzzall (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: Effective date 7/27/2025.
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MT bill #SJ1 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Senate joint rules resolution
Status: Passed
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Bill Summary: A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE SENATE AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF MONTANA ADOPTING THE JOINT LEGISLATIVE RULES. NOW, THEREFORE,
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• Introduced: 12/07/2024
• Added: 12/11/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom McGillvray (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 12/17/2024
• Last Action: (H) Signed by Speaker
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RI bill #S1008 • Last Action 05/02/2025
VALIDATING AND RATIFYING AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER OF THE HARRISVILLE FIRE DISTRICT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill validates and ratifies amendments to the charter of the Harrisville Fire District in Burrillville, Rhode Island. The key changes include reducing the operating committee from seven to five members, adjusting the term lengths for committee members, increasing the budget variance allowance from 2.5% to 5%, modifying the newspaper publication requirements for district meetings (changing from daily to weekly or digital platforms), and slightly adjusting the date for annual tax assessments from August 15th to August 22nd. The bill also reflects the consolidation of the Harrisville Fire District Water Department with the Pascoag Utility District to create the Clear River Electric and Water District. These amendments were originally adopted and approved by the district's electors on November 19, 2024, and the bill seeks to formally recognize and implement these changes to the district's charter. The legislation ensures the continued legal operation of the fire district while making administrative and procedural updates to its governance structure and financial management.
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Bill Summary: This act would validate and ratify amendments to the charter of the Harrisville Fire District in the town of Burrillville, which amendments were adopted and approved by the electors of the said fire district on November 19, 2024. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 05/02/2025
• Added: 05/03/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jessica de la Cruz (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government
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CO bill #HB1200 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Modifications to Office of Child Protection Ombudsman
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Office of the Child Protection Ombudsman by expanding its definitions, duties, and access to information while maintaining strict confidentiality protocols. The bill establishes new definitions for terms like "complaint," "board," and "office," and clarifies the ombudsman's role in investigating child protection services issues, including complaints about public agencies or providers that might adversely affect a child's safety or well-being. The ombudsman is given broader investigative powers, including the ability to request and review information from various entities, but with specific limitations on accessing certain confidential records like personnel files and work product. The bill also introduces new requirements for state-licensed residential child care facilities to provide physical access to the ombudsman, display informational materials, and coordinate meetings with children and youth. Additionally, the ombudsman is tasked with creating outreach materials, conducting educational courses in facilities, and providing annual reports on outreach efforts. The bill emphasizes the ombudsman's independence from public agencies and maintains strict confidentiality standards for all investigations and interactions, ensuring that the office can effectively advocate for children's safety and well-being while respecting privacy and legal constraints.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING MODIFICATIONS TO THE OFFICE OF THE CHILD PROTECTION OMBUDSMAN.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 28 : Ryan Armagost (R)*, Lisa Feret (D)*, Scott Bright (R)*, Lisa Cutter (D)*, Jennifer Bacon (D), Shannon Bird (D), Andrew Boesenecker (D), Kyle Brown (D), Chad Clifford (D), Monica Duran (D), Lindsay Gilchrist (D), Jamie Jackson (D), Mandy Lindsay (D), Meghan Lukens (D), Javier Mabrey (D), Julie McCluskie (D), Emily Sirota (D), Katie Stewart (D), Rebekah Stewart (D), Tammy Story (D), Steven Woodrow (D), James Coleman (D), Tony Exum (D), Julie Gonzales (D), Iman Jodeh (D), Cathy Kipp (D), Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D), Katie Wallace (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Sent to the Governor
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WI bill #SB74 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Ratification of the Social Work Licensure Compact. (FE)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies the Social Work Licensure Compact, a multistate agreement designed to facilitate interstate practice for social workers by creating a streamlined system for licensing and professional regulation. The bill establishes a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission and introduces multistate licensing categories (bachelor's, master's, and clinical) that will allow social workers to practice across multiple states more easily. Key provisions include creating a coordinated data system to track licensure and disciplinary information, establishing uniform standards for social work practice across member states, and providing mechanisms for interstate cooperation in regulating social work licensure. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, support military families, and enhance the ability of states to protect public health and safety. The bill modifies numerous existing statutes to incorporate the compact's framework, defines new terms related to multistate practice, and outlines the processes for obtaining and maintaining multistate social work licenses. The compact will become effective once seven states have enacted it, and participating states will be able to recognize licenses from other member states, with each state retaining the authority to regulate practice within its borders.
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Bill Summary: This bill ratifies and enters Wisconsin into the Social Work Licensure Compact, which provides for the ability of a social worker to become eligible to LRB-1310/1 MED:emw 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 74 practice in other compact states. Significant provisions of the compact include the following: 1. The creation of a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, which includes one member or administrator of the licensure authorities of each member state. The commission has various powers and duties granted in the compact, including establishing bylaws, promulgating binding rules for the compact, hiring officers, electing or appointing employees, and establishing and electing an executive committee. The commission may levy on and collect an annual assessment from each member state or impose fees on licensees of member states to cover the cost of the operations and activities of the commission and its staff. 2. The ability for a social worker who is licensed in a home state and satisfies certain other criteria to obtain a multistate license, which allows a social worker to practice social work in all other compact states (remote states) under a multistate authorization to practice. The compact specifies a number of requirements in order for an individual to obtain a social worker multistate license, including holding or being eligible for a social worker license in a home state, paying any required fees, and satisfying a number of criteria that are specific to the category of social work license the individual is seeking—bachelor[s, master[s, or clinical. A regulated social worker[s services in a remote state are subject to that member state[s regulatory authority. A remote state may take actions against a social worker[s multistate authorization to practice within that remote state, and if any adverse action is taken by a home state against a licensee[s multistate license, the social worker[s multistate authorization to practice in all other member states is deactivated until all encumbrances have been removed from the multistate license. 3. The ability of member states to issue subpoenas that are enforceable in other states. 4. The creation of a coordinated data system containing licensure and disciplinary action information on social workers. The compact requires all home state disciplinary orders that impose adverse actions against the license of a regulated social worker to include a statement that the regulated social worker[s multistate authorization to practice is deactivated in all member states until all conditions of the decision, order, or agreement are satisfied. A member state must submit a uniform data set to the data system on all individuals to whom the compact is applicable as required by the rules of the commission. 5. Provisions regarding resolutions of disputes among member states and between member and nonmember states, including a process for termination of a state[s membership in the compact if the state defaults on its obligations under the compact. Since the compact has already been enacted by the minimum number of states required for it to become active, the compact becomes effective in this state upon enactment of the bill. The compact provides that it may be amended upon enactment of an amendment by all member states. A state may withdraw from the compact by repealing the statute authorizing the compact, but the compact provides LRB-1310/1 MED:emw 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 74 that a withdrawal does not take effect until 180 days after the effective date of that repeal. For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 35 : Rob Stafsholt (R)*, Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R)*, Tim Carpenter (D)*, Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D)*, Dora Drake (D)*, Jesse James (R)*, Sarah Keyeski (D)*, Chris Larson (D)*, Brad Pfaff (D)*, Mark Spreitzer (D)*, Jamie Wall (D)*, Melissa Ratcliff (D)*, LaTonya Johnson (D)*, Nancy VanderMeer (R), Paul Tittl (R), Clint Anderson (D), Mike Bare (D), Barbara Dittrich (R), Steve Doyle (D), Jodene Emerson (D), Benjamin Franklin (R), Chanz Green (R), Rick Gundrum (R), Jenna Jacobson (D), Alex Joers (D), Tara Johnson (D), Dan Knodl (R), Paul Melotik (R), Vincent Miresse (D), Supreme Moore Omokunde (D), Jeff Mursau (R), Todd Novak (R), Jerry O'Connor (R), Christian Phelps (D), Ann Roe (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Representative Mayadev added as a cosponsor
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PA bill #HB1375 • Last Action 05/02/2025
In administration and miscellaneous provisions, further providing for administrative duties of the Public School Employees' Retirement Board; and, in administration, funds, accounts and general provisions, further providing for administrative duties of the State Employees' Retirement Board.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies administrative requirements for the Public School Employees' Retirement Board and the State Employees' Retirement Board, focusing on increased transparency and public access to information. The bill mandates that both boards livestream all public meetings and post unedited video and written records of proceedings on their websites for at least three years, with permanent retention according to records management schedules. It establishes new rules regarding the public accessibility of investment-related records under the Right-to-Know Law, allowing certain sensitive financial information to remain confidential if its disclosure could harm competitive interests or investment values. The bill also requires detailed additional reporting, including performance metrics for investments over various time periods, itemized listings of fees and expenses paid to investment managers, and disclosure of any travel or expenses incurred by staff and paid for by external investment managers, funds, or consultants. These new reporting requirements must be published on the boards' websites and electronically submitted to all General Assembly members within six months of the system's fiscal year-end. The bill defines key terms like "carried interest" and references the Institutional Limited Partners Association Fee Transparency Initiative as a benchmark for reporting standards. The changes will be implemented gradually, with different effective dates for meeting recordings, reporting requirements, and contract provisions.
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Bill Summary: Amending Titles 24 (Education) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in administration and miscellaneous provisions, further providing for administrative duties of the Public School Employees' Retirement Board; and, in administration, funds, accounts and general provisions, further providing for administrative duties of the State Employees' Retirement Board.
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• Introduced: 05/02/2025
• Added: 05/03/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 42 : Brett Miller (R)*, Andrew Kuzma (R), Keith Greiner (R), Rob Kauffman (R), Barb Gleim (R), Mike Jones (R), Tina Pickett (R), Scott Barger (R), Joe Hamm (R), Steve Mentzer (R), Dave Zimmerman (R), Mark Gillen (R), Joe D'Orsie (R), Russ Diamond (R), Mindy Fee (R), Perry Stambaugh (R), Lee James (R), Brad Roae (R), Jake Banta (R), John Schlegel (R), Jack Rader (R), Clint Owlett (R), Lou Schmitt (R), Parke Wentling (R), Kate Klunk (R), Tim Bonner (R), Tom Jones (R), Dan Moul (R), Craig Staats (R), Jill Cooper (R), David Rowe (R), Tim Twardzik (R), Stephenie Scialabba (R), Bob Freeman (D), Justin Fleming (D), Jared Solomon (D), Valerie Gaydos (R), Jonathan Fritz (R), Torren Ecker (R), Robert Leadbeter (R), Dan Frankel (D), Ben Sanchez (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT
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FL bill #S7012 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Child Welfare
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses multiple aspects of child welfare in Florida, focusing on improving services, recruitment, and oversight. The bill requires the Department of Children and Families to maintain detailed assessments and data related to children in foster care and those at risk of human trafficking, and allows for more flexible certification of domestic violence centers during emergencies. It establishes a new recruitment program to attract professionals from public safety and service backgrounds to work in child welfare, including law enforcement officers, teachers, and military servicemembers. The bill introduces a 4-year pilot program for treatment foster care, designed to support children with high behavioral needs by providing specialized foster homes with trained parents and comprehensive support services. Additionally, the bill creates a case management workforce workgroup to analyze existing practices, identify challenges, and develop recommendations for improving child welfare processes. The legislation also removes some previous requirements for lead agencies, such as posting certain bonds, and provides liability protections for subcontractors. The bill aims to enhance the quality, effectiveness, and supportiveness of Florida's child welfare system by implementing targeted improvements in recruitment, training, placement, and oversight.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to child welfare; amending s. 39.524, F.S.; requiring the Department of Children and Families to maintain copies of certain assessments and tools used to assess children for certain placement; requiring the department to maintain certain data in a specified format; amending s. 39.905, F.S.; authorizing the department to waive a specified requirement if there is an emergency need for a new domestic violence center; authorizing the department to issue a provisional certificate under certain circumstances; authorizing the department to adopt rules; amending ss. 402.305 and 409.175, F.S.; removing authority for the department to grant exemptions from working with children or the developmentally disabled; authorizing the department to grant limited exemptions to certain minimum standards and requirements, respectively; amending s. 402.402, F.S.; subject to an appropriation, requiring the department to develop a child protective investigator and case manager recruitment program for a specified purpose; specifying requirements for the program; specifying duties of the department under the program, to be completed in collaboration with community-based care lead agencies; authorizing the department to adopt rules to implement the program; amending s. 409.987, F.S.; removing the requirement that an entity post a specified fidelity bond in order to serve as a lead agency; amending s. 409.993, F.S.; providing immunity from liability for subcontractors of lead agencies for certain acts or omissions; providing applicability; amending s. 409.996, F.S.; subject to an appropriation and beginning on a specified date, requiring the department to develop a 4-year pilot program for treatment foster care; requiring the department to implement the pilot program by a specified date; requiring the department to coordinate with community-based care lead agencies to develop a specified process; requiring community based care lead agencies to recruit individuals and families for a certain purpose; limiting participation in the pilot program to children meeting specified criteria; requiring the department to identify two judicial circuits determined to have the greatest need for implementation of such pilot program; requiring the department to arrange for an independent evaluation of the pilot program to make specified determinations; requiring the department to establish certain minimum standards for the pilot program; requiring the department, by a specified date, to submit to the Governor and the Legislature a final report which includes specified evaluations, findings, and recommendations; amending s. 1004.615, F.S.; specifying that incentives provided to state employees for participating in research or evaluation with the Florida Institute for Child Welfare do not violate certain laws or require certain reporting; amending ss. 402.30501, 1002.57, and 1002.59, F.S.; conforming cross-references; requiring the department to convene a case management workforce workgroup by a specified date; providing for membership of the workgroup; specifying duties of the workgroup, to be completed in collaboration with the Florida Institute for Child Welfare; providing for meetings of the workgroup; providing for the operation of the workgroup until a specified date; requiring the workgroup to submit a report to the Governor and the Legislature by a specified date; providing requirements for the report; requiring the department to contract for a detailed study of certain services for child victims of commercial sexual exploitation; requiring that the study be completed by a specified date; providing requirements for the study; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 05/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 05/05/2025
• Last Action: Ordered engrossed, then enrolled
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WI bill #AB80 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Ratification of the Social Work Licensure Compact. (FE)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies the Social Work Licensure Compact, which is an interstate agreement designed to facilitate the practice of social work across multiple states. The bill creates a comprehensive framework for social workers to obtain a multistate license that allows them to practice in participating states without obtaining separate licenses for each state. Key provisions include establishing a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the implementation of the compact, creating different categories of multistate licenses (bachelor's, master's, and clinical), and setting specific requirements for obtaining and maintaining these licenses. The compact aims to increase access to social work services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, support military families, and enhance interstate cooperation in regulating social work practice. Social workers seeking a multistate license must meet specific educational, examination, and practice requirements, and will be subject to the regulatory authority of the state where they are providing services. The bill also establishes a coordinated data system to track licensure information, disciplinary actions, and other relevant details across participating states, with provisions for investigating complaints and taking adverse actions against practitioners who violate professional standards or laws.
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Bill Summary: This bill ratifies and enters Wisconsin into the Social Work Licensure Compact, which provides for the ability of a social worker to become eligible to practice in other compact states. Significant provisions of the compact include the following: 1. The creation of a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission, which includes one member or administrator of the licensure authorities of each member state. The commission has various powers and duties granted in the compact, including establishing bylaws, promulgating binding rules for the compact, hiring officers, electing or appointing employees, and establishing and electing an executive committee. The commission may levy on and collect an annual assessment from each member state or impose fees on licensees of member states to cover the cost of the operations and activities of the commission and its staff. 2. The ability for a social worker who is licensed in a home state and satisfies certain other criteria to obtain a multistate license, which allows a social worker to practice social work in all other compact states (remote states) under a multistate authorization to practice. The compact specifies a number of requirements in order for an individual to obtain a social worker multistate license, including holding or being eligible for a social worker license in a home state, paying any required fees, and satisfying a number of criteria that are specific to the category of social work license the individual is seeking—bachelor[s, master[s, or clinical. A regulated social worker[s services in a remote state are subject to that member state[s regulatory authority. A remote state may take actions against a social worker[s multistate authorization to practice within that remote state, and if any adverse action is taken by a home state against a licensee[s multistate license, the social worker[s multistate authorization to practice in all other member states is deactivated until all encumbrances have been removed from the multistate license. 3. The ability of member states to issue subpoenas that are enforceable in other states. 4. The creation of a coordinated data system containing licensure and disciplinary action information on social workers. The compact requires all home state disciplinary orders that impose adverse actions against the license of a regulated social worker to include a statement that the regulated social worker[s multistate authorization to practice is deactivated in all member states until all conditions of the decision, order, or agreement are satisfied. A member state must submit a uniform data set to the data system on all individuals to whom the compact is applicable as required by the rules of the commission. 5. Provisions regarding resolutions of disputes among member states and between member and nonmember states, including a process for termination of a state[s membership in the compact if the state defaults on its obligations under the compact. Since the compact has already been enacted by the minimum number of states required for it to become active, the compact becomes effective in this state upon enactment of the bill. The compact provides that it may be amended upon enactment of an amendment by all member states. A state may withdraw from the compact by repealing the statute authorizing the compact, but the compact provides that a withdrawal does not take effect until 180 days after the effective date of that repeal. For further information see the state fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 39 : Nancy VanderMeer (R)*, Paul Tittl (R)*, Clint Anderson (D)*, Mike Bare (D)*, Barbara Dittrich (R)*, Steve Doyle (D)*, Jodene Emerson (D)*, Benjamin Franklin (R)*, Chanz Green (R)*, Rick Gundrum (R)*, Jenna Jacobson (D)*, Alex Joers (D)*, Tara Johnson (D)*, Dan Knodl (R)*, Paul Melotik (R)*, Vincent Miresse (D)*, Supreme Moore Omokunde (D)*, Jeff Mursau (R)*, Todd Novak (R)*, Jerry O'Connor (R)*, Christian Phelps (D)*, Ann Roe (D)*, Christine Sinicki (D)*, Pat Snyder (R)*, Shelia Stubbs (D)*, Randy Udell (D)*, Robyn Vining (D)*, Rob Stafsholt (R), Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R), Tim Carpenter (D), Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D), Dora Drake (D), Jesse James (R), Sarah Keyeski (D), Chris Larson (D), Brad Pfaff (D), Mark Spreitzer (D), Jamie Wall (D), Melissa Ratcliff (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Representative Mayadev added as a coauthor
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PA bill #HB1372 • Last Action 05/02/2025
In preliminary provisions, further providing for advertising and sponsorships; and, in charter schools, further providing for definitions, for charter school requirements, for powers of board of trustees, for facilities, for enrollment, for funding for charter schools, for funding for cyber charter schools, for powers and duties of department, for assessment and evaluation and for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions, providing for fund balance limits and for educational management
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive reforms to cyber charter schools in Pennsylvania, addressing numerous aspects of their operation, funding, governance, and accountability. The bill introduces significant changes to how cyber charter schools are established, funded, evaluated, and managed. Key provisions include establishing a statewide cyber charter school tuition rate of $8,000 per student starting in the 2026-2027 school year, creating more stringent requirements for charter applications and renewals, implementing fund balance limits for cyber charter schools, and enhancing oversight of educational management service providers. The legislation also introduces more detailed requirements for enrollment, student performance assessment, and financial transparency, with the aim of improving the quality and accountability of cyber charter schools. The bill mandates specific application contents, creates standardized enrollment forms, sets guidelines for charter renewals and amendments, and provides more robust mechanisms for the Department of Education to review and potentially revoke charters of underperforming cyber charter schools. Additionally, the bill addresses potential conflicts of interest, requires more detailed reporting, and establishes clearer parameters for how cyber charter schools can operate and interact with school districts and educational service providers.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in preliminary provisions, further providing for advertising and sponsorships; and, in charter schools, further providing for definitions, for charter school requirements, for powers of board of trustees, for facilities, for enrollment, for funding for charter schools, for funding for cyber charter schools, for powers and duties of department, for assessment and evaluation and for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions, providing for fund balance limits and for educational management service providers, further providing for school district and intermediate unit responsibilities and for establishment of cyber charter school, providing for renewal of charters, for charter amendments and for causes for nonrenewal, revocation or termination and further providing for State Charter School Appeal Board review, for cyber charter school application, for enrollment and notification and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations.
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• Introduced: 05/01/2025
• Added: 05/03/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 20 : Joe Ciresi (D)*, Maureen Madden (D), Mary Isaacson (D), Tarah Probst (D), Arvind Venkat (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Chris Pielli (D), Tarik Khan (D), Jim Haddock (D), Jenn O'Mara (D), Lisa Borowski (D), Kyle Donahue (D), Ben Waxman (D), Kristine Howard (D), Nikki Rivera (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), Heather Boyd (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Referred to EDUCATION
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CO bill #SB081 • Last Action 05/02/2025
Treasurer's Office
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Building Urgent Infrastructure and Leveraging Dollars (BUILD) Authority, a new state financing entity designed to support critical infrastructure projects in Colorado. The authority will be governed by a 13-member board and have the power to issue bonds, provide financing, and support infrastructure projects across various sectors including transportation, housing, water, energy, and economic development. Key provisions include creating multiple funds (an operational fund and an eligible project revolving fund), establishing specific criteria for project selection that prioritize projects with project labor agreements, local hiring commitments, and apprenticeship programs, and ensuring the authority operates with transparency and good faith. The bill specifies that the authority is not a state agency and cannot create state debt, but can leverage federal and private funding to support infrastructure initiatives. Projects will be evaluated based on factors like pension fund matching, local workforce development, labor standards, and community benefits. The authority is exempt from certain taxation and must submit annual reports to the state legislature. The bill also modifies existing statutes to incorporate the new authority into state legal frameworks, and allows the state treasurer to use security token offerings for state capital financing.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING PUBLIC FINANCING, AND, IN CONNECTION THEREWITH, ESTABLISHING THE BUILDING URGENT INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEVERAGING DOLLARS AUTHORITY, MODIFYING THE STATE PUBLIC FINANCING CASH FUND, AND ALLOWING THE STATE TREASURER TO USE A SECURITY TOKEN OFFERING FOR STATE CAPITAL FINANCING.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 20 : Judith Amabile (D)*, Jeff Bridges (D)*, Shannon Bird (D)*, Emily Sirota (D)*, Matt Ball (D), Chris Kolker (D), Dylan Roberts (D), Jennifer Bacon (D), Andrew Boesenecker (D), Chad Clifford (D), Lorena García (D), Junie Joseph (D), Mandy Lindsay (D), Julie McCluskie (D), Karen McCormick (D), Naquetta Ricks (D), Manny Rutinel (D), Lesley Smith (D), Tammy Story (D), Brianna Titone (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 16 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Sent to the Governor
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ND bill #SB2015 • Last Action 05/02/2025
AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the department of corrections and rehabilitation; to authorize a line of credit; to provide a statement of legislative intent; to provide for a report; to provide for a legislative management study; and to provide an exemption.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill appropriates funds for the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation for the 2025-2027 biennium, allocating a total of $492,027,098 across adult and youth services, with $344,370,374 coming from the general fund. The bill includes several key provisions: it establishes a new and vacant full-time equivalent (FTE) position pool of $15,248,196, authorizes a line of credit from the Bank of North Dakota for purchasing law enforcement equipment if federal grants are unavailable, and provides funding for one-time projects such as correctional center improvements, deferred maintenance, and technology upgrades. The bill also directs the legislative management to conduct two important studies: one on diversion and deflection centers, and another on sentencing, corrections, and parole systems, with a focus on improving transparency, consistency, and outcomes in the justice system. Additionally, the bill includes a specific focus on planning and design for a new minimum security male correctional facility at the Missouri River correctional center, with $20,000,000 allocated for this purpose and a steering committee to oversee the project. The legislation allows the department to deposit various revenues into its operating fund and provides exemptions for certain unexpended appropriations to be carried forward into the next biennium.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the department of corrections and rehabilitation; to authorize a line of credit; to provide a statement of legislative intent; to provide for a report; to provide for a legislative management study; and to provide an exemption.
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• Introduced: 12/26/2024
• Added: 04/18/2025
• Session: 69th Legislative Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 127
• Last Amended: 05/12/2025
• Last Action: Sent to Governor
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ME bill #LD1813 • Last Action 05/02/2025
An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Right to Know Advisory Committee Concerning State Boards and Commissions
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill implements recommendations from the Right to Know Advisory Committee to enhance transparency and access to public records by requiring members of state boards and commissions established under Title 5, chapter 379 to complete specific training on public records and proceedings laws. The training, which must be completed within 120 days of assuming duties, will be designed to take less than two hours and will cover legal requirements of public records laws, procedures for responding to record requests, and potential penalties for non-compliance. The bill also mandates that these board members and commissions designate a public access officer who will serve as the primary contact for public records requests, ensuring that such requests are acknowledged within 5 working days and that a good faith estimate of response time is provided. By adding board members to the existing list of officials required to undergo this training, the bill aims to improve understanding and implementation of Maine's freedom of access laws across various governmental bodies, ultimately promoting greater government transparency and public accountability.
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Bill Summary: This bill is reported out by the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary to implement statutory changes recommended by the Right to Know Advisory Committee. The joint standing committee has not taken a position on the substance of this bill. By reporting this bill out, the joint standing committee is not suggesting and does not intend to suggest that it agrees or disagrees with any aspect of this bill; instead, the joint standing committee is reporting the bill out for the sole purpose of having a bill printed that can be referred to the joint standing committee for an appropriate public hearing and subsequent processing in the normal course. The joint standing committee is taking this action to ensure clarity and transparency in the legislative review of the proposals contained in the bill. The bill requires members of state boards and commissions established under the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 5, chapter 379 to complete a course of training on the requirements of the laws relating to public records and proceedings. The bill also requires a board or commission established under Title 5, chapter 379 to designate a public access officer.
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• Introduced: 04/25/2025
• Added: 04/25/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/25/2025
• Last Action: Voted: OTP-AM
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IN bill #HB1272 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Commission, committee, and board administration.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a comprehensive administrative requirement for various commissions, committees, and boards in Indiana. Starting July 1, 2025, these groups will be required to submit biennial reports to the executive director of the legislative services agency for review by the interim committee on government. These reports must describe the official actions taken and actionable items considered during the preceding two years. The bill covers a wide range of entities, including advisory councils, oversight committees, and commissions across different state departments and sectors. Additionally, the bill repeals the sepsis treatment guideline task force and includes provisions for Indiana's withdrawal from the Interstate Rail Passenger Network Compact by January 1, 2026. The reporting requirement aims to enhance transparency and provide legislative oversight by ensuring that these groups regularly document their activities and considerations, creating a more accountable and structured approach to state-level advisory and oversight bodies.
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Bill Summary: Commission, committee, and board administration. Provides that, on or before July 1, 2027, and July 1 biennially thereafter, a committee that: (1) is established by the Indiana Code; (2) contains at least one member of the general assembly; (3) is authorized to exist for at least two years; and (4) does not have any reporting requirement to the executive branch, judicial branch, or the general assembly; shall submit a report to the executive director of the legislative services agency for review by the interim committee on government. Provides that the report shall describe: (1) official action taken; and (2) actionable items considered by the committee during the preceding two years. Provides, that in even-numbered years, the interim committee on government shall review the reports. Repeals the sepsis treatment guideline task force. Provides that the statutes creating the Interstate Rail Passenger Network Compact (compact) expire July 1, 2026. Requires the governor to give notice to each state, if any, that is a party to the compact that the state of Indiana is withdrawing from the compact. Requires the governor to certify before January 1, 2026, with respect to the compact, that notice either: (1) has been given regarding Indiana's withdrawal from the compact; or (2) was not required to be given because there are no other party states to which to give notice. Makes conforming amendments.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/10/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Doug Miller (R)*, Tim O'Brien (R), Steve Bartels (R), Jim Buck (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Public Law 161
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MN bill #SF3289 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Revisor's bill
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive technical corrections bill that makes numerous minor amendments and updates across various Minnesota statutes. Here's a summary of its key provisions: This bill makes technical corrections and clarifications to laws across multiple areas of Minnesota state government. The changes include updating statutory references, correcting grammatical errors, aligning language with current practices, and removing obsolete provisions. Some notable modifications include updates to references in education, human services, public safety, and taxation laws. The bill addresses a wide range of technical issues such as correcting section numbers, removing outdated language, and making conforming amendments to various state statutes. For example, it updates references to state agencies, corrects cross-references between sections, and makes minor linguistic adjustments to improve clarity and consistency in state law. The bill also includes several repealer provisions to remove obsolete subdivisions and sections from Minnesota Statutes. While the changes are primarily technical in nature, they help maintain the accuracy and coherence of Minnesota's legal code by addressing small errors and outdated language that have accumulated over time.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to legislative enactments; making miscellaneous technical corrections to laws and statutes; correcting erroneous, obsolete, and omitted text and references; removing redundant, conflicting, and superseded provisions; making style and form changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 1.135, subdivision 2; 11A.04; 12B.50; 16C.16, subdivision 10; 17.354; 18F.02, subdivision 2a; 27.01, subdivision 8; 27.069; 27.10; 27.13; 27.19, subdivision 1; 45.0135, subdivision 8; 84.027, subdivisions 16, 19; 84.033, subdivision 1; 84.0835, subdivision 1; 84.0855, subdivision 3; 84.66, subdivision 12; 84.788, subdivision 2; 84.791, subdivision 5; 84.793, subdivision 1; 84.925, subdivision 1; 84A.02; 84A.33, subdivision 2; 84B.03, subdivisions 1, 4; 84D.02, subdivision 3; 85.055, subdivision 1a; 85.22, subdivision 3; 85.41, subdivision 3; 86A.05, subdivision 5; 88.79, subdivision 4; 89.018, subdivision 7; 89.19, subdivision 2; 89.21; 89.22, subdivision 1; 89.53, subdivision 1; 89.551; 90.02; 90.041, subdivision 10; 90.195; 93.47, subdivision 3; 97A.075, subdivisions 1, 7; 97A.101, subdivisions 2, 4; 97A.133, subdivision 3; 97A.445, subdivision 1; 97A.451, subdivision 3b; 97A.465, subdivision 5; 97B.015, subdivisions 4, 7; 97B.715, subdivision 1; 97B.801; 97C.005, subdivision 3; 97C.081, subdivision 10; 97C.205; 97C.342, subdivision 4; 97C.815, subdivision 2; 97C.855; 103A.341; 103B.101, subdivision 2; 103B.215, subdivision 4; 103B.311, subdivision 4; 103B.314, subdivision 4; 103C.201, subdivision 8; 103C.211; 103C.601, subdivision 4; 103C.611, subdivision 3; 103D.271, subdivision 1; 103D.335, subdivisions 19, 21; 103D.405, subdivision 1; 103D.905, subdivision 2; 103E.215, subdivision 3; 103E.291; 103E.325, subdivision 2; 103G.287, subdivision 4; 103G.412; 103H.105; 115.03, subdivision 1; 115A.03, subdivision 37; 115A.64, subdivisions 4, 6; 117.025, subdivision 10; 120B.024, subdivision 2; 120B.23, subdivision 3; 121A.15, subdivision 8; 122A.18, subdivision 1; 122A.26, subdivision 2; 122A.76, subdivision 6; 123A.26, subdivision 1; 123B.09, subdivision 5b; 124D.09, subdivision 19; 124D.42, subdivision 8; 124D.475; 124E.16, subdivision 3; 125A.63, subdivision 5; 126C.13, subdivision 4; 127A.20, subdivision 2; 127A.21, subdivision 5; 127A.41, subdivisions 8, 9; 127A.85; 142A.03, subdivision 1; 142A.609, subdivision 5; 142D.05, subdivision 3; 142D.06, subdivision 1; 142D.11, subdivisions 3, 4, 6; 142D.12, subdivision 1; 142D.25, subdivision 4; 142E.01, subdivision 26; 142G.01, subdivisions 3, 4; 142G.38; 144.291, subdivision 2; 144.966, subdivision 2; 144A.43, subdivision 28; 144E.101, subdivision 14; 144E.28, subdivision 5; 144E.50, subdivision 6; 144G.08, subdivision 64; 147.02, subdivision 6a; 147.09; 147.091, subdivisions 1, 6; 147.111, subdivision 6; 147A.01, subdivision 20; 147A.09, subdivision 3; 147A.13, subdivisions 4, 6, 7; 147A.14, subdivision 6; 1 147A.17, subdivision 1; 147B.02, subdivisions 1, 7, 9; 147B.06, subdivision 4; 147E.10, subdivision 1; 147E.15, subdivision 11; 147E.40, subdivision 1; 147F.05, subdivision 2; 148E.285, subdivision 4; 150A.055, subdivision 1; 150A.06, subdivision 12; 154.19; 161.125, subdivision 3; 161.45, subdivision 4; 161.46, subdivision 1; 162.09, subdivision 4; 163.161; 168.012, subdivision 13; 168.10, subdivision 1c; 168.1291, subdivision 5; 168.187, subdivision 17; 168.27, subdivision 2; 168.327, subdivision 6; 168.345, subdivision 2; 168A.01, subdivisions 18, 19, 20; 168A.14, subdivision 1a; 169.345, subdivisions 3c, 4; 169.58, subdivision 5; 169.781, subdivision 3; 169.81, subdivision 3; 171.017, subdivision 2; 171.06, subdivision 6; 171.0605, subdivision 3; 171.12, subdivision 7; 171.301, subdivision 1; 174.02, subdivision 5; 174.22, subdivision 7; 174.24, subdivision 1a; 174.29, subdivision 1; 174.30, subdivisions 1, 10; 181.953, subdivision 5a; 216B.023, subdivision 3; 216B.1691, subdivision 2h; 216B.241, subdivision 5a; 216C.377, subdivision 1; 216C.379; 216I.07, subdivision 3; 216I.19, subdivisions 2, 4; 218.011, subdivision 8; 219.015, subdivision 1; 219.055, subdivision 2a; 221.031, subdivisions 3b, 10; 221.0314, subdivision 2; 221.81, subdivision 4; 245.4905, subdivision 1; 245.495; 245.735, subdivision 4d; 245A.07, subdivision 3; 245C.02, subdivision 6a; 245D.091, subdivision 2; 245I.23, subdivision 15; 256.01, subdivision 2; 256.0451, subdivisions 3, 11, 19; 256B.0625, subdivision 5m; 256L.02, subdivision 1; 256P.001; 256P.04, subdivision 9; 256P.06, subdivision 3; 256P.10, subdivision 3; 256R.02, subdivision 19; 257.0769, subdivision 1; 260.762, subdivision 2a; 260C.151, subdivision 2a; 260C.178, subdivision 1; 260C.71, subdivision 1; 260E.03, subdivision 23; 260E.14, subdivision 1; 260E.30, subdivision 6; 260E.36, subdivision 5; 270.075, subdivision 1; 270C.63, subdivision 13; 272.02, subdivision 104; 273.42, subdivision 1; 282.38, subdivisions 1, 2; 290.0132, subdivision 26; 290.06, subdivisions 2c, 23a; 297A.75, subdivision 1; 299F.051, subdivision 1a; 299J.05; 299K.08, subdivision 3a; 308C.301, subdivisions 8, 9, 13; 308C.411, subdivision 2; 308C.425, subdivision 3; 308C.545, subdivision 1; 308C.571, subdivision 1; 308C.721, subdivision 2; 308C.801, subdivision 2; 319B.40; 325D.44, subdivision 1a; 336.3-206; 336.9-301; 336.12-107; 352.91, subdivision 3c; 353D.07, subdivision 2; 353G.01, subdivisions 7b, 8b, 10a; 353G.09, subdivision 1a; 354B.31, subdivision 6; 360.013, subdivision 36; 360.031; 360.032, subdivision 1a; 360.62; 360.654; 360.915, subdivision 1; 393.07, subdivision 10; 403.36, subdivision 1; 446A.073, subdivisions 1, 2; 462A.051, subdivision 1; 462A.2096; 469.002, subdivision 25; 469.53; 469.54, subdivision 3; 473.4465, subdivision 3; 473J.23; 477A.0126, subdivision 3a; 477A.013, subdivision 14; 477A.0175, subdivision 1; 477A.24, subdivision 2; 518A.60; 518A.81, subdivision 8; 518A.82, subdivisions 1, 1a, 3, 5; 518B.01, subdivision 4; 576.22; 582.17; 582.18; Laws 2023, chapter 57, article 2, section 66; Laws 2024, chapter 115, article 4, section 3; article 11, section 6; Laws 2024, chapter 120, article 1, section 15; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 645; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 13.465, subdivision 3; 41B.0391, subdivision 6; 115A.1441, subdivision 38; 127A.50, subdivision 3; 148E.130, subdivision 1a; 245.4902; 245C.11, subdivision 4; 275.71, subdivision 5; 469.177, subdivision 1e; 473.4465, subdivision 5; 473J.09, subdivision 14; 473J.14; Laws 2024, chapter 115, article 12, section 5; Laws 2024, chapter 120, article 3, section 3.
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• Introduced: 04/02/2025
• Added: 04/03/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Warren Limmer (R)*, Ron Latz (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/02/2025
• Last Action: Rule 45; subst. General Orders HF3022, SF indefinitely postponed
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TX bill #SR474 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Recognizing the Public Utility Commission of Texas on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.
Status: Passed
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Bill Summary: That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend all involved with the Public Utility Commission of Texas and congratulate the agency on 50 years of outstanding service to the people of the Lone Star State
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• Introduced: 04/29/2025
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Charles Schwertner (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Reported enrolled
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FL bill #H0443 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Education
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to education-related statutes in Florida, focusing primarily on charter schools and educational facilities. The bill clarifies that charter schools are considered public facilities for concurrency purposes, allows lab schools to use discretionary capital improvement funds for various purposes like property purchases and facility renovations, and expands charter school governing boards' autonomy by permitting them to create their own student conduct codes. The legislation also provides high-performing charter schools more flexibility in enrollment and expansion, allowing them to increase student capacity and potentially assume the charter of another school within the same district. Additionally, the bill enables students in full-time virtual instruction programs to participate in interscholastic athletic teams at public schools in their residential district, subject to specific eligibility requirements. The bill introduces new restrictions on charter school governing board composition, such as prohibiting landlords or their spouses from serving on the board, and requires more transparent reporting and accountability from charter school sponsors. These changes aim to provide more operational flexibility for charter schools while maintaining accountability and ensuring educational quality.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to education; amending s. 163.3180, F.S.; providing that a charter school is a public facility for the purpose of concurrency; amending s. 1002.32, F.S.; providing that a lab school may use the lab school's discretionary capital improvement funds for specified purposes; requiring that an expenditure be at or below appraised value; defining the term "appraised value"; requiring that certain documentation be provided to the Department of Education upon request; amending s. 1002.33, F.S.; providing requirements for specified deadlines for charter schools; authorizing a charter school governing board to adopt its own code of student conduct; providing requirements for the code of student conduct; providing that charter schools are not exempt from a specified statute; authorizing a charter school to increase its student enrollment beyond the capacity identified in the charter under certain conditions; requiring a charter school to notify its sponsor in writing by a specified date, and to include specified information, if it plans to increase enrollment; revising services a sponsor must provide to a charter school; requiring the department to provide student performance data to a charter hb443 -03-er2025 Legislature school and its contractor; providing an exception; prohibiting specified individuals from being on a charter school governing board; providing an exception; amending s. 1002.331, F.S.; authorizing a high-performing charter school to assume the charter of an existing charter school within the same school district; amending s. 1006.15, F.S.; authorizing a student in a full-time virtual instruction program to participate on an interscholastic athletic team at a public school in the school district in which the student resides or to develop an agreement to participate at a private school; specifying requirements for such participation; amending s. 1006.195, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Education & Employment Committee, Education Administration Subcommittee, John Snyder (R)*, Alex Rizo (R)*, Webster Barnaby (R), Kim Kendall (R), Juan Porras (R), Michelle Salzman (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Ordered engrossed, then enrolled
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AL bill #HB403 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Crimes and offenses, establishment, development, management, and maintenance of Alabama Criminal Enterprise Database provided for
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Alabama Criminal Enterprise Database (the Database) through the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), creating a comprehensive statewide system for collecting and managing criminal intelligence information. The bill defines several key terms, including "criminal enterprise" (a group of three or more persons engaging in a pattern of criminal activity) and "criminal enterprise member" (an individual meeting at least three specific criteria, such as admitting membership, adopting specific dress or hand signs, or associating with known members). The Database will allow criminal justice agencies to submit information about individuals suspected of criminal conduct, with strict confidentiality and access restrictions. Only authorized criminal justice agency personnel may access the Database for legitimate law enforcement purposes, and the information cannot be used as evidence in legal proceedings except under specific constitutional or court-ordered circumstances. The Secretary of ALEA will develop rules for database submission, use, and potential penalties for rule violations, and the system must comply with federal intelligence system operating policies. The Database is designed to help law enforcement track and understand criminal enterprise activities while maintaining strict privacy and legal protections. The bill will become effective on June 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Crimes and offenses, establishment, development, management, and maintenance of Alabama Criminal Enterprise Database provided for
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Russell Bedsole (R)*, Phillip Pettus (R), Allen Treadaway (R), Shane Stringer (R), Matt Woods (R), Bryan Brinyark (R), Jerry Starnes (R), Ron Bolton (R), Ginny Shaver (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar
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RI bill #S0300 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Removes appointees of state boards, commissions, public authorities and quasi-public who have a corporate/business interest in the subject matter of the board or commission.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes appointees with corporate or business interests from various state boards, commissions, public authorities, and quasi-public entities. Specifically, the bill modifies the membership composition of multiple advisory boards, councils, and commissions across different state agencies, systematically replacing members who have direct financial interests or are currently practicing in specific industries with either public members or former industry professionals. The changes are implemented across numerous sections of Rhode Island's General Laws, affecting boards related to areas such as emergency management, healthcare, energy, tourism, cannabis regulation, and workforce development. The key modifications consistently aim to reduce potential conflicts of interest by ensuring that board members do not have current financial stakes in the industries or sectors they are overseeing. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and represents a comprehensive effort to enhance the independence and objectivity of state advisory bodies by removing members with direct business interests.
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Bill Summary: This act would remove appointees of state boards, commissions, public authorities and quasi-public who have a corporate/business interest in the subject matter of the board or commission. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Sam Bell (D)*, Bridget Valverde (D), Linda Ujifusa (D), Alana DiMario (D), Tiara Mack (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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TX bill #SB2113 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Relating to a special right of access under the public information law for a member of a governing board.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a special right of access to public information for members of governing boards under the Texas Public Information Law. The bill defines a "member of a governing board" as an individual appointed, designated, or elected to direct or serve on a board governing a governmental or nongovernmental entity, such as a municipal governing body or county commissioner. Under this new law, such board members can inspect, duplicate, or request public information related to their official capacity, and these requests must be fulfilled promptly and without charge. If the requested information contains confidential elements, those portions can be redacted at no cost. The bill also allows governmental bodies to request that board members sign a confidentiality agreement for sensitive information, with specific provisions about how such information must be handled. Additionally, the bill provides a mechanism for board members to seek an attorney general's opinion if there is a dispute about the confidentiality of information, and allows for potential legal action through a writ of mandamus if an entity fails to comply with the law's requirements. The provisions do not replace existing methods of obtaining information under other laws and are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to a special right of access under the public information law for a member of a governing board.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bryan Hughes (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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TX bill #SB2080 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Relating to various matters pertaining to certain governmental entities that operate port facilities.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several changes for navigation districts, port authorities, and certain transportation boards, focusing on administrative and operational improvements. First, it allows port commissions and boards to establish their own electronic record storage and retention standards, enabling them to convert hard copy documents to electronic form and destroy original paper documents, while ensuring that retention periods do not fall below state or federal requirements. The bill also modifies definitions of "governmental entity" to exclude navigation districts and port authorities from certain provisions. Additionally, the legislation increases purchasing authority for port commissions and transportation board managers, allowing them to make routine purchases or enter contracts up to $500,000 without competitive bidding, with a lower threshold of $50,000 for some routine purchases. Furthermore, the bill provides an exemption from recording requirements for closed meetings discussing security measures, including cybersecurity, for port commissions. These changes are designed to provide more administrative flexibility and operational efficiency for port and navigation district entities, with the provisions set to take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to various matters pertaining to certain governmental entities that operate port facilities.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carol Alvarado (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Transportation
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IL bill #SB1999 • Last Action 05/01/2025
TRANSPORTATION-VARIOUS
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to transportation-related laws in Illinois. First, it requires the Department of Transportation to develop and implement a life-cycle cost analysis for new road construction, reconstruction, or replacement projects costing over $500,000, with the goal of selecting materials that have the lowest long-term expenses. Second, it modifies the composition of an advisory committee overseeing a residential sound insulation program, specifically limiting the Aeronautics Division employee's voting rights to only breaking ties. Third, the bill updates crash report submission requirements, mandating that all written crash reports must be electronically submitted to the Administrator using an approved electronic format, rather than using traditional paper forms or previously approved formats. The changes to the crash report submission rules will not take effect until January 1, 2027, while the other provisions become effective immediately upon becoming law. The bill aims to improve transportation infrastructure planning, noise mitigation processes, and crash data collection efficiency across the state.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Department of Transportation Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Provides that the Department of Transportation shall develop and implement a life-cycle costs analysis for each new construction, reconstruction, or replacement road project, except for State rehabilitation and preservation projects, under its jurisdiction for which the total pavement costs exceed $500,000. Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that the employee of the Aeronautics Division of the Department of Transportation who is a member of the advisory committee that determines which homes contain windows or doors that cause offensive odors and thus are eligible for replacement shall only cast a vote when breaking a tie. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that every crash report required to be made in writing must be electronically submitted to the Administrator using an electronic format approved by the Administrator (rather than made on an approved form or in an approved electronic format provided by the Administrator). Makes conforming changes. Effective immediately, except that the changes made to the Illinois Vehicle Code are effective January 1, 2027.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Mike Porfirio (D)*, Martha Deuter (D)*, Seth Lewis (R), Rachel Ventura (D), Dale Fowler (R), Jaime Andrade (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Brad Stephens (R), Harry Benton (D), Yolonda Morris (D), Michael Kelly (D), Marty Moylan (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Added Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Jaime M. Andrade, Jr.
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VT bill #S0071 • Last Action 05/01/2025
An act relating to consumer data privacy and online surveillance
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes the Vermont Data Privacy Act, a comprehensive law designed to protect consumer data privacy and regulate online surveillance. The bill establishes extensive rights for consumers and obligations for businesses (called "controllers") that collect and process personal data. Key provisions include requiring businesses to limit data collection, obtain consumer consent for processing sensitive data, provide clear privacy notices, and allow consumers to access, correct, delete, and opt out of certain data processing activities like targeted advertising and data sales. The law applies to businesses that process data of 100,000 consumers or 25,000 consumers with 25% of revenue from data sales. A notable feature is a special section on consumer health data privacy, which prohibits using geofencing near health facilities and selling health data without consent. The bill also includes specific definitions for terms like "personal data," "sensitive data," and "targeted advertising," and grants the Attorney General exclusive enforcement authority with an initial two-year period allowing businesses to cure violations before potential penalties. The law will take effect on July 1, 2026, giving businesses time to prepare for compliance.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to provide data privacy and online surveillance protections to Vermonters.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Alison Clarkson (D)*, Wendy Harrison (D), Nader Hashim (D), Joseph Major (D), Tanya Vyhovsky (D), Becca White (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 03/31/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Commerce and Economic Development Hearing (00:00:00 5/1/2025 )
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VT bill #H0208 • Last Action 05/01/2025
An act relating to consumer data privacy and online surveillance
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to establish the Vermont Data Privacy and Online Surveillance Act, a comprehensive law designed to protect consumers' personal data and provide them with greater control over how their information is collected, used, and shared online. The bill defines key terms like "personal data," "sensitive data," and "consumer" and establishes several important rights for Vermont residents, including the ability to confirm what data companies have collected about them, request corrections or deletions of their personal data, opt out of targeted advertising and data sales, and receive clear privacy notices. Companies (referred to as "controllers") must limit data collection, obtain meaningful consent, protect sensitive data, and avoid discriminatory practices. The law will apply to businesses that process data from a significant number of consumers or derive substantial revenue from data sales. The Attorney General will have exclusive enforcement authority, with a limited private right of action for consumers in certain circumstances. The bill also requires the Attorney General to develop public education programs about data privacy and conduct a study on the law's effectiveness. The law will be implemented in stages, with full implementation by July 1, 2026, and gradual expansion of its applicability to smaller businesses over subsequent years.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to provide data privacy and online surveillance protections to Vermonters.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 51 : Monique Priestley (D)*, Michael Marcotte (R), Angela Arsenault (D), Sarita Austin (D), Daisy Berbeco (D), Michelle Bos-Lun (D), David Bosch (R), Lucy Boyden (D), Jana Brown (D), Mollie Burke (D), Elizabeth Burrows (D), Scott Campbell (D), Emily Carris-Duncan (D), Conor Casey (D), Ela Chapin (D), Brian Cina (D), Esme Cole (D), Mari Cordes (D), Anne Donahue (I), Abbey Duke (D), Zon Eastes (D), Leslie Goldman (D), Edye Graning (D), William Greer (D), Leanne Harple (D), Troy Headrick (D), Rebecca Holcombe (D), Emilie Krasnow (D), Jed Lipsky (I), Jim Masland (D), Kate McCann (D), Jubilee McGill (D), Anthony Micklus (R), Marc Mihaly (D), Brian Minier (D), Mike Mrowicki (D), Kate Nugent (D), John O'Brien (D), Carol Ode (D), Herb Olson (D), Gayle Pezzo (D), Phil Pouech (D), Barbara Rachelson (D), Larry Satcowitz (D), Laura Sibilia (I), Tom Stevens (D), Heather Surprenant (D), Chloe Tomlinson (D), Dara Torre (D), Edward Waszazak (D), Kirk White (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Commerce and Economic Development Hearing (00:00:00 5/1/2025 )
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IA bill #HSB341 • Last Action 05/01/2025
A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations for state government administration and regulation, including the department of administrative services, auditor of state, ethics and campaign disclosure board, offices of governor and lieutenant governor, department of inspections, appeals, and licensing, department of insurance and financial services, department of management, Iowa public employees' retirement system, public information board, department of revenue, secretary of state, tr
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: FY 2025-2026 APPROPRIATIONS. This bill relates to and appropriates moneys to various state departments, agencies, and funds for FY 2025-2026, including the department of administrative services, auditor of state, Iowa ethics and campaign disclosure board, offices of governor and lieutenant governor, department of inspections, appeals, and licensing (DIAL), department of insurance and financial services, department of management, Iowa public employees’ retirement H.F. _____ system, Iowa public information board, department of revenue, secretary of state, treasurer of state, and Iowa utilities commission. The bill limits a standing appropriation for FY 2025-2026 for enforcement of Code chapter 453D relating to tobacco product manufacturers under Code section 453D.8. CAPTIVE INSURANCE REGULATORY AND SUPERVISION FUND —— CAPTIVE COMPANY PREMIUM TAXES. The bill requires premium taxes paid by captive companies under Code section 432.1A to be deposited in the captive insurance regulatory and supervision fund. PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE FEE STANDARDIZATION. The bill requires DIAL to consult with each board, commission, committee, council, and other entity of state government identified in the licensure renewal and fee study (study) issued by DIAL to propose uniform licensure fees for each license in a tier identified in the study. The bill requires DIAL to, within 18 months, submit a regulatory analysis of proposed rules as necessary to implement the uniform licensure fee proposed for licenses in a tier, if adopting the fee by rule is otherwise authorized by law.
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• Introduced: 04/30/2025
• Added: 05/01/2025
• Session: 91st General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: House Administration and Regulation Appropriations Subcommittee Subcommittee (13:00:00 5/1/2025 RM 102)
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AL bill #HB425 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Regional Mental Health Authority Boards; to revise membership and qualifications
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the composition and governance of Regional Mental Health Authority Boards by making several key changes to their structure and membership. The bill modifies how board members are appointed, specifying that governing bodies can appoint nine members if the service area is within a single jurisdiction, and allows for more flexible appointment processes when multiple jurisdictions are involved. The bill introduces new requirements for board diversity, mandating that appointments reflect racial, gender, geographic, urban, rural, and economic diversity of the service area. It also establishes that board members must be residents of the area they represent and have demonstrated concern for mental health programs. The legislation provides more flexible rules about board size and executive committee formation, allowing for up to 16 directors with the possibility of creating a nine-member executive committee. New provisions allow for member removal if they attend less than half the meetings, clarify meeting requirements (including monthly meetings and compliance with the Alabama Open Meetings Act), and standardize term lengths at six years. The bill aims to create more inclusive, representative, and efficient mental health authority boards while maintaining their core governance responsibilities.
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Bill Summary: Regional Mental Health Authority Boards; to revise membership and qualifications
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Russell Bedsole (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar
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RI bill #H6250 • Last Action 05/01/2025
VALIDATING AND RATIFYING AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER OF THE HARRISVILLE FIRE DISTRICT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill validates and ratifies amendments to the charter of the Harrisville Fire District in Burrillville, Rhode Island, which were approved by district electors on November 19, 2024. The key changes include reducing the operating committee from seven to five members, modifying the election terms for committee members, adjusting the budget variance limit from 2.5% to 5%, updating newspaper publication requirements, changing the tax assessment deadline, and reflecting the consolidation of the Harrisville Fire District Water Department with the Pascoag Utility District to create the Clear River Electric and Water District. The bill also makes several technical corrections and updates to the district's governance, including clarifying the powers of the operating committee, fire chief, and other district officers, and ensuring compliance with state laws regarding open meetings, public records, and municipal contracts. The amendments aim to streamline the district's operations, provide more flexibility in management, and formalize recent organizational changes, while maintaining the district's core functions of providing fire suppression, emergency medical services, and limited utility services to the residents of the district.
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Bill Summary: This act would validate and ratify amendments to the charter of the Harrisville Fire District in the town of Burrillville, which amendments were adopted and approved by the electors of the said fire district on November 19, 2024. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 04/23/2025
• Added: 04/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : David Place (R)*, Brian Newberry (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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SC bill #S0268 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Children and Social Media
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Age-Appropriate Code Design Act to regulate online services' interactions with minors, requiring them to implement robust protections for children and teenagers under 18. The legislation mandates that covered online services, which meet certain revenue or data processing thresholds, must exercise reasonable care to prevent potential harms to minors such as compulsive usage, psychological distress, identity theft, and discrimination. Services must provide easily accessible tools for users to limit communication, control privacy settings, opt out of design features like infinite scroll and personalized recommendations, and restrict time spent on the platform. The bill prohibits targeted advertising to minors, limits data collection to only necessary information, and requires services to provide parental monitoring tools that are set to the highest protection level by default. Online services must also establish reporting mechanisms for potential harm, create comprehensive annual public reports audited by independent third parties, and disclose their design safety and privacy protections clearly. Violations can result in significant financial penalties, including treble damages, and potential personal liability for company officers. The law aims to create a safer online environment for minors by giving them and their parents more control over their digital experiences and data privacy.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Chapter 80 To Title 39 So As To Provide That A Covered Online Service Shall Take Care In The Use Of A Minor's Personal Data And In The Design And Implementation Of The Service To Prevent Harm To Minors, To Provide That The Online Service Must Provide Minors With Easily Accessible Tools To Limit Time Spent On The Service And Protect Personal Data, To Provide Limits On How Much Of A Minor's Data The Service May Collect And Restrict The Use Of Such Data, To Provide That Online Services Must Offer Parents Tools To Help Them Protect Minors Using The Service And To Enable Them To Report Harms To Minors On Online Services, To Provide That Online Services Must Issue A Public Report On The Service's Practices Pertaining To Minors, And To Define Necessary Terms.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Sean Bennett (R)*, Matthew Leber (R), Carlisle Kennedy (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Judiciary
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IN bill #SB0366 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Education matters.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several changes to Indiana's education laws across multiple areas. The bill requires the secretary of education to compile a report by October 1, 2025, on the feasibility of offering school bus driver safety education training at regional locations. It modifies the process for filling school board vacancies by changing the referenced statute for vacancy procedures. The bill adjusts superintendent hiring requirements, changing from a "required" to a "preferred" status for having a master's degree. It provides that certain covered school buildings are not required to revert to a school corporation if they are undergoing ongoing renovations. The bill also modifies performance evaluation procedures, stipulating that a superintendent must discuss the annual performance evaluation plan directly with teachers, removing the option to discuss it with a teachers' representative. Additionally, the bill mandates that the early learning advisory committee, in coordination with the department of education, assess prekindergarten program funding and submit a report to the legislative council by August 1, 2025. The bill removes a previous provision requiring superintendent contracts to be in the form of a regular teacher's contract, providing more flexibility in contract structures.
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Bill Summary: Education matters. Requires, not later than October 1, 2025, the secretary of education to compile and prepare a report concerning school bus driver safety education training. Makes certain changes concerning the process of filling a school board vacancy. Provides that a superintendent is preferred (current law says required) to hold a master's degree from certain institutions. Provides that certain covered school buildings are not required to revert to a school corporation if the building is subject to ongoing renovations. Provides that a superintendent must discuss a plan for annual performance evaluations with teachers (instead of teachers or the teachers' representative). Requires, not later than August 1, 2025, the early learning advisory committee, in coordination with the department of education, to assess certain prekindergarten program matters and submit a report to the legislative council. Removes a provision that contracts with certain superintendents must be in a form of a regular teacher's contract.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Linda Rogers (R)*, Stacey Donato (R)*, Jeff Raatz (R)*, Brian Buchanan (R), Bob Behning (R), Julie McGuire (R), Hunter Smith (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Public Law 135
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NE bill #LB295 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Change provisions relating to the County Employees Retirement Act, the Judges Retirement Act, the Nebraska State Patrol Retirement Act, the School Employees Retirement Act, the State Employees Retirement Act, the Spousal Pension Rights Act, and the Public Employees Retirement Board
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous technical amendments to various Nebraska state retirement systems, including the County Employees Retirement Act, Judges Retirement Act, Nebraska State Patrol Retirement Act, School Employees Retirement Act, and State Employees Retirement Act. Key provisions include: updating documentation requirements for citizenship and lawful presence for retirement system participants by expanding acceptable forms of identification (such as adding state-issued motor vehicle learner's permits); modifying provisions related to termination of employment and repayment of benefits, with a new provision allowing the board to waive repayment if an overpayment was inadvertent and repayment would create significant hardship; adjusting preretirement planning program and leave provisions; updating definitions and calculations for retirement benefits; adding restrictions on using retirement system names and logos in financial solicitations; and making various technical corrections across multiple retirement system statutes. The bill includes provisions for different operative dates for different sections, with most sections becoming operative three calendar months after the legislative session's adjournment, and an emergency clause making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to retirement; to amend sections 23-2320, 42-1102, 79-902, 79-904.01, 79-915, 79-956, 79-978, 79-9,103, 79-9,106, 79-9,117, 79-9,118, 81-2014, 81-2016, 84-1301, 84-1307, 84-1322, 84-1502, 84-1504, and 84-1511, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 4-108, 23-2301, 23-2306, 24-701, 24-703, and 24-703.01, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024; to change provisions relating to certain documents that are required to be maintained by employing state agencies and political subdivisions; to redefine terms and change provisions relating to termination, documents used to demonstrate United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States, repayment of gross distributions or benefits, cost-of-living adjustments, deadlines for filing forms relating to survivorship annuities, and employee leave for preretirement planning programs under the County Employees Retirement Act, the Judges Retirement Act, the School Employees Retirement Act, the Class V School Employees Retirement Act, the Nebraska State Patrol Retirement Act, and the State Employees Retirement Act; to change a definition in the Spousal Pension Rights Act; to change provisions relating to contributions to the Nebraska Retirement Fund for Judges; to change provisions relating to lump sum payments under the School Employees Retirement Act; to change provisions relating to calling meetings of the Public Employees Retirement Board and paying per diems and expenses for members of the Public Employees Retirement Board; to change provisions relating to demonstrating United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States for participation in a deferred compensation plan; to prohibit the use of names, logos, and symbols as provided; to harmonize provisions; to provide operative dates; to repeal the original sections; and to declare an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor on April 30, 2025
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NH bill #SB22 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Relative to disclosure of criminal history and criminal records to the child care licensing unit of the department of health and human services.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the procedures for criminal background checks in child care licensing by expanding the state police's ability to conduct and share comprehensive criminal history reports with the Department of Health and Human Services. The bill allows the state police to release a more detailed criminal history report, including confidential information, and checks against the National Sex Offender Registry for child care license applicants. It broadens the disqualifying criminal offenses to include not just convictions but also pending charges for serious crimes involving children, such as child abuse, sexual assault, trafficking, and other violent or sexually-related offenses. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to lapse any remaining funds in the child care licensing fund into the state general fund by June 30, 2025, and repeals the existing child care licensing fund statutes. The changes are designed to enhance child safety by providing more comprehensive criminal background information for those seeking to work in child care settings, with the new provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: This bill allows the child care licensing unit of the department of health and human services to access directly from the state police an applicant's criminal history and record information and use such information as a factor to determine an applicant's eligibility. The bill is a request of the department of health and human services.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Howard Pearl (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/07/2025
• Last Action: Ought to Pass: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 05/01/2025 House Journal 13
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OK bill #SB805 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Professions and occupations; enacting the Dietitian Licensure Compact; authorizing the Governor to enter into Compact with certain jurisdictions. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Dietitian Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to streamline professional licensing for dietitians and improve access to dietetic services across participating states. The compact creates a framework that allows licensed dietitians to more easily practice across state lines while maintaining robust regulatory oversight. Key provisions include establishing a Compact Commission to manage the interstate system, creating a data system to track licensee information, and defining the requirements for obtaining a "Compact Privilege" to practice in multiple states. The bill requires dietitians to meet specific educational and credentialing standards, including holding an unencumbered license in their home state, completing an accredited education program, and passing a national examination. The compact also introduces a uniform process for background checks, investigative information sharing, and disciplinary actions across member states. Importantly, it preserves each state's authority to regulate dietetic practice while reducing administrative barriers for professionals who want to practice in multiple jurisdictions. The bill amends existing Oklahoma law to authorize criminal background checks for dietitian license applicants and adds a fingerprint requirement to the application process. The compact will become effective when enacted into law by seven member states, with a planned implementation date of November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to professions and occupations; enacting the Dietitian Licensure Compact and authorizing the Governor to enter into the Compact with certain jurisdictions; setting forth form of the Compact; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. AMENDMENT NO. 1. Strike the title, enacting clause, and entire bill and insert: "An Act relating to professions and occupations; enacting the Dietitian Licensure Compact and authorizing the Governor to enter into the Compact with certain jurisdictions; setting forth form of the Compact; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1727, which relates to Licensed Dietitian Board, rules, and duties; authorizing criminal background checks; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1730, which relates to application for Dietitian License and qualifications; adding fingerprint requirement for application; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Adam Pugh (R)*, Mike Osburn (R)*
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: HAs read
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PA bill #HB1371 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Establishing cause of action for antitrust conduct, for indirect purchaser recovery under State antitrust laws and for premerger notice of health care mergers and transactions; and imposing penalties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "Pennsylvania Open Markets" chapter in Title 12 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to promote free enterprise and trade by prohibiting anticompetitive practices. The legislation creates comprehensive antitrust regulations that allow the Attorney General to investigate and take action against entities engaged in activities that restrain trade, monopolize markets, or create anti-competitive mergers. Specifically, the bill requires health care facilities, health care systems, and provider organizations to provide premerger notifications to the Attorney General, giving the state the opportunity to review potential anticompetitive transactions. The bill introduces significant enforcement mechanisms, including the ability to seek declaratory judgments, injunctions, civil penalties up to $200 per day for non-compliance, and potential criminal penalties for knowingly violating antitrust laws, with fines up to $1,000,000 and potential imprisonment. Individuals and entities that suffer damages from anticompetitive practices can bring civil actions to recover treble damages, and the law allows for class action lawsuits. The bill also provides detailed definitions of key terms like "acquisition," "merger," and "health care services" and establishes a framework for cooperation between state agencies in antitrust enforcement. Notably, the legislation is designed to complement federal antitrust laws and can be applied to actions affecting interstate or foreign commerce.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing cause of action for antitrust conduct, for indirect purchaser recovery under State antitrust laws and for premerger notice of health care mergers and transactions; and imposing penalties.
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• Introduced: 05/01/2025
• Added: 05/02/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 21 : Tim Briggs (D)*, Jared Solomon (D), Arvind Venkat (D), Mary Isaacson (D), Kristine Howard (D), Chris Pielli (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Elizabeth Fiedler (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), Liz Hanbidge (D), Darisha Parker (D), Tim Brennan (D), Tarik Khan (D), Bob Freeman (D), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), Kyle Donahue (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Dan Frankel (D), Danielle Otten (D), Dan Deasy (D), Roni Green (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Referred to JUDICIARY
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CO bill #SB063 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Library Resource Decision Standards for Public Schools
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive standards for library resource management in Colorado public schools, requiring local education providers to create written policies by September 1, 2025, that govern the acquisition, retention, display, and reconsideration of library resources. The bill defines library resources broadly to include both print and non-print materials like books, magazines, e-books, films, and digital resources, and establishes key principles for their selection and potential removal. Specifically, public school libraries must comply with First Amendment principles, protect against harassment and discrimination, and avoid obscene materials. The bill creates a structured process for reconsidering library resources, allowing only parents of enrolled students to request a review, and limiting reconsideration of the same resource to once every two years. Importantly, the legislation protects library staff from retaliation for making good-faith decisions about library resources and ensures transparency by requiring public disclosure of reconsideration decisions. The bill's legislative declaration emphasizes the importance of providing diverse perspectives through library resources, recognizes the professional expertise of teacher librarians, and seeks to prevent discriminatory challenges that limit students' access to educational materials.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING STANDARDS THAT PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE REQUIRED TO INCLUDE IN POLICIES REGARDING LIBRARY RESOURCES.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 43 : Lisa Cutter (D)*, Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D)*, Lorena García (D)*, Jenny Willford (D)*, Judith Amabile (D), James Coleman (D), Jessie Danielson (D), Tony Exum (D), Julie Gonzales (D), Nick Hinrichsen (D), Iman Jodeh (D), Cathy Kipp (D), Chris Kolker (D), Janice Marchman (D), Robert Rodriguez (D), Marc Snyder (D), Tom Sullivan (D), Michael Weissman (D), Faith Winter (D), Jennifer Bacon (D), Andrew Boesenecker (D), Kyle Brown (D), Sean Camacho (D), Michael Carter (D), Meg Froelich (D), Lindsay Gilchrist (D), Eliza Hamrick (D), Junie Joseph (D), Sheila Lieder (D), Mandy Lindsay (D), Meghan Lukens (D), Javier Mabrey (D), Karen McCormick (D), Jacqueline Phillips (D), Manny Rutinel (D), Emily Sirota (D), Lesley Smith (D), Katie Stewart (D), Rebekah Stewart (D), Tammy Story (D), Brianna Titone (D), Elizabeth Velasco (D), Yara Zokaie (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 15 • Actions: 55
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Governor Signed
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MN bill #HF3287 • Last Action 05/01/2025
Open Meeting Law; classification of school district superintendent and school principal applicant data as private authorized, and closed meetings for school district superintendent and school principal interviews authorized.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Minnesota's Open Meeting Law and data privacy statutes to provide new provisions for handling job applicant data and interview processes specifically for school district superintendents and school principals. The bill allows government entities to classify personnel data for these two positions as private at any stage of the search or hiring process, with the private classification expiring once an applicant accepts an employment offer. Additionally, the bill authorizes public bodies to conduct closed meetings when interviewing candidates for school district superintendent and school principal positions, with the important caveat that the meeting must be opened if the candidate being interviewed requests it. These changes are designed to provide more flexibility and confidentiality in the hiring process for key educational leadership positions, recognizing the sensitive nature of these searches and the potential impact on candidates' current employment situations. The bill will take effect the day after its final enactment, allowing school districts and other public bodies to immediately implement these new provisions in their hiring practices.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to the Open Meeting Law; authorizing the classification of school district superintendent and school principal applicant data as private; authorizing closed meetings for school district superintendent and school principal interviews; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 13.43, subdivision 3; 13D.05, subdivision 3.
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• Introduced: 05/01/2025
• Added: 05/01/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Julie Greene (D)*, Mary Clardy (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Education Policy
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LA bill #SB224 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Provides for the creation of the Parish Preservation Act. (8/1/25)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Parish Preservation Act, which aims to protect parish government funding and ensure transparency when municipalities seek to reallocate tax revenues within parishes meeting specific population criteria (between 445,000 and 460,000 residents). The legislation requires that when a municipality wants to change tax revenue allocation in a way that would reduce parish government funding by more than 5%, both the municipality and consolidated parish government must provide a comprehensive public report. This report must detail the need for additional revenue, explain how the municipality will assume and fund services previously provided by the parish government, and analyze the potential impacts on parish residents, particularly those in historically underserved areas. The bill emphasizes the importance of cooperative governance, efficient service delivery, and maintaining high-quality public services. By mandating public meetings and detailed reporting, the act seeks to ensure accountability, prevent sudden reductions in essential services, and protect the interests of all parish residents. The legislation does not interfere with existing parish government structures and is designed to promote transparency and collaborative decision-making in local government funding.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To enact Part IX-B of Chapter 6 of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, to
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• Introduced: 04/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Regina Barrow (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/05/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs (13:00:00 4/30/2025 Room F)
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MN bill #HF3270 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Independent Redistricting Commission established, Redistricting Commission Applicant Review Panel established, principles to be used in adopting legislative and congressional districts established, former legislative members lobbying activity prohibited, legislative session conduct and convening requirements amended, and constitutional amendment proposed.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a comprehensive reform of Minnesota's redistricting process by establishing an Independent Redistricting Commission and creating detailed guidelines for drawing legislative and congressional districts. The bill would amend the Minnesota Constitution to create a 15-member commission with five members from each of the two largest political parties and five members not affiliated with either party. Members would be selected through a rigorous screening process designed to ensure diversity and impartiality. The commission would be responsible for drawing district boundaries following strict principles that prioritize population equality, minority representation, preservation of communities of interest, and partisan fairness. Key provisions include prohibiting districts drawn to favor specific candidates or parties, requiring districts to be compact and contiguous, and mandating that the overall partisan composition of districts closely reflect statewide voting patterns. The bill also includes provisions restricting legislators from becoming lobbyists immediately after leaving office, modifying legislative session rules, and allowing the lieutenant governor and secretary of state to cast tie-breaking votes in their respective chambers. If ratified, the changes would take effect for the 2030 redistricting cycle, with a constitutional amendment to be voted on in the 2026 general election.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to the legislature; proposing an amendment to the Minnesota Constitution, article IV, sections 3, 5, 6, and 12; article V, section 3; by adding article IV, section 27; by adding an article XV; establishing an Independent Redistricting Commission; establishing a Redistricting Commission Applicant Review Panel; establishing principles to be used in adopting legislative and congressional districts; prohibiting members of the legislature from being employed or engaged for compensation as a lobbyist for a period of one year following the end of their legislative service; amending requirements related to the convening and conduct of regular legislative sessions; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 2.031, by adding a subdivision; 2.731; 10A.01, subdivision 35; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 2; 2A; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 2.91.
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• Introduced: 04/29/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 11 : Jamie Long (D)*, Zack Stephenson (D), Emma Greenman (D), Cedrick Frazier (D), Michael Howard (D), Athena Hollins (D), Nathan Coulter (D), Kristi Pursell (D), Esther Agbaje (D), Katie Jones (D), Larry Kraft (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Authors added Coulter, Pursell, Agbaje, Jones and Kraft
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TX bill #SB1924 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Relating to the enforcement of certain criminal offenses on school property.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several significant changes to how criminal offenses are handled on school property, with a focus on protecting students' privacy and providing opportunities for rehabilitation. The bill modifies existing laws to require that citations and complaints related to school offenses be kept confidential, ensuring that a student's personally identifying information is not publicly disclosed. It mandates that court records for school offenses by children 15 years old or younger remain closed to the public and must be sealed upon final judgment. The bill also establishes a process for automatic expunction of school offense records when a student graduates or is no longer eligible to attend public school. Additionally, the legislation restricts how and when law enforcement can arrest a student on school grounds, prohibiting arrests in plain view of other students unless there is an immediate threat. Schools are now required to implement a system of graduated sanctions before filing a complaint or issuing a citation, which may include warning letters, behavior contracts, community service, and referrals to counseling or mental health services. The bill also requires schools to report detailed data about citations issued to students, including demographic information, to promote transparency and accountability. Importantly, students convicted of a school offense cannot graduate until they have completed all court-mandated community service and paid required fines and costs.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the enforcement of certain criminal offenses on school property.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Brandon Creighton (R)*, Adam Hinojosa (R), Royce West (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Referred to s/c on Juvenile Justice by Speaker
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MN bill #SF2082 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Omnibus Transportation policy and appropriations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides an omnibus transportation policy and appropriations package for Minnesota, with a comprehensive set of provisions affecting transportation funding, infrastructure, driver services, and related policy areas. The bill appropriates approximately $4.9 billion to the Department of Transportation for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, with funding sources including general fund, airports, county state-aid highway fund, municipal state-aid street fund, and trunk highway fund. Key provisions include increasing electric vehicle registration surcharges, establishing a resilient pavement program, creating new requirements for transportation project development, implementing work zone safety training, authorizing a study on accessible transportation network services, and making various technical changes to driver and vehicle regulations. The bill also includes funding for specific projects like the John A. Blatnik Bridge, autonomous mower research, and metropolitan transit services. Additionally, the legislation introduces new policy requirements for transportation project planning, such as mandating multidisciplinary project development, context-specific purpose and need statements, and enhanced community engagement processes for major transportation projects. The bill aims to improve transportation infrastructure, safety, accessibility, and project development processes across Minnesota.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to transportation; establishing a budget for transportation; appropriating money for transportation purposes, including Department of Transportation, Department of Public Safety, and Metropolitan Council activities; modifying various transportation policy provisions relating to drivers' licenses, traffic safety, speed limits, the Advisory Council on Traffic Safety, cost participation policy development, commercial drivers' instructional permits, autonomous mower research, electronic aircraft attestation, pedestrian citations, work zone safety incorporated into driver's education and driver's examination, reintegration drivers' licenses, resilient pavement and asset sustainability programming, courtesy use of dealer plates and extension of expiration for certain temporary license plates, driver's license agents and deputy registrars, and various project development and design policies for the Department of Transportation State Aid for Local Transportation Office; delaying the effective date of when a motorcycle may lane filter and removing the authorization to split lanes; modifying various transportation finance policy provisions; increasing the surcharge for all-electric vehicles and instituting a surcharge for plug-in hybrid vehicles, all-electric motorcycles, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles; requiring rulemaking; repealing state-aid design standards and certain provisions related to state-aid design variances; requiring reports; making conforming changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 4.076, subdivisions 4, 5; 13.6905, subdivision 8; 16A.88, subdivision 1a; 160.165; 161.045; 161.088, subdivision 2; 161.115, subdivision 177; 161.14, by adding a subdivision; 162.02, subdivision 3a, by adding subdivisions; 162.09, subdivision 3a, by adding subdivisions; 162.155; 168.013, subdivision 1m, by adding subdivisions; 168.091; 168.27, subdivision 16; 168.33, subdivision 7; 168A.10, by adding a subdivision; 168A.11, subdivision 1; 169.011, subdivision 36, by adding subdivisions; 169.06, subdivisions 5, 6; 169.09, subdivision 8; 169.14, by adding a subdivision; 169.21, subdivision 3; 169A.55, subdivision 5; 171.01, by adding a subdivision; 171.05, subdivision 1; 171.0605, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 171.061, subdivision 4; 171.0701, by adding a subdivision; 171.0705, by adding a subdivision; 171.071, subdivision 2; 171.13, subdivisions 1, 7; 171.17, subdivision 1; 171.2405, subdivision 1; 171.301, subdivisions 1, 5, 6; 171.306, subdivisions 1, 4, 8; 174.03, by adding subdivisions; 174.53; 174.634, subdivision 2; 174.75, subdivisions 2, 2a; 297A.94; 299A.55, subdivisions 2, 4; 360.511, by adding subdivisions; 360.55, subdivisions 4, 4a, 8, 9, by adding a subdivision; 473.129, by adding a subdivision; 473.13, subdivisions 1, 6; 473.142; 473.1425; 473.386, subdivision 10; 473.408, by adding a subdivision; 473.412, subdivision 3; 473.4465, by adding a subdivision; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 1 SF2082 REVISOR KRB S2082-2 2nd Engrossment 5, article 1, section 2, subdivision 2, as amended; Laws 2021, First Special Session chapter 14, article 11, section 45; Laws 2023, chapter 60, article 10, section 9; Laws 2023, chapter 68, article 1, sections 2, subdivisions 2, 3; 4, subdivision 5; article 2, section 2, subdivision 9, as amended; article 4, section 109; Laws 2024, chapter 127, article 1, sections 2, subdivision 3; 4, subdivision 3; article 3, section 61; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 137; 160; 161; 162; 171; 174; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 473.452; Laws 2019, First Special Session chapter 3, article 2, section 34, as amended; Minnesota Rules, parts 8820.2500; 8820.3300, subparts 1, 1a, 3, 4; 8820.3400; 8820.9926, subpart 1; 8820.9936; 8820.9946; 8820.9956; 8820.9995.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Scott Dibble (D)*, Ann Johnson Stewart (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders HF2438, SF indefinitely postponed
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AL bill #HB283 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Data privacy, processing of data regulated, consumer actions related to data authorized
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Alabama Personal Data Protection Act, establishes comprehensive data privacy regulations for businesses operating in Alabama or targeting Alabama residents. The bill applies to companies that control or process personal data of more than 50,000 consumers or more than 25,000 consumers while deriving over 25% of gross revenue from selling personal data. It provides consumers with significant rights regarding their personal information, including the ability to confirm what data is being processed, correct inaccuracies, delete their data, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain automated profiling. Businesses must limit data collection to what is necessary, maintain data security, provide clear privacy notices, and obtain consent for processing sensitive data. The bill notably does not create a private right of action, meaning only the Attorney General can enforce violations, with a 60-day period for businesses to correct identified issues before potential fines of up to $10,000 per violation are assessed. The law will become effective on July 1, 2026, and includes numerous exemptions for certain types of organizations and data, such as financial institutions, healthcare entities, and research-related data. Importantly, the bill aims to give consumers more control over their personal information while providing a framework for businesses to responsibly handle data.
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Bill Summary: Data privacy, processing of data regulated, consumer actions related to data authorized
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Mike Shaw (R)*, Chip Brown (R), Craig Lipscomb (R), Parker Moore (R), James Lomax (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Hearing (15:00:00 4/30/2025 Finance and Taxation)
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NY bill #A05912 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Requires each agency to conduct exit surveys for employees resigning from state civil service; directs the state civil service commission to create an annual report on such surveys; exempts individual responses to exit surveys from the freedom of information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires state agencies to conduct and offer voluntary exit surveys and interviews to employees who are resigning or retiring from state civil service, with the goal of understanding why employees are leaving their jobs. By January 2027, each state agency must provide the department with copies of existing exit survey policies, and the department will then create a comprehensive exit survey and interview protocol that includes questions about the employee's work experience and reasons for leaving. The surveys and interviews must be offered as early as possible before the employee's last day, with agencies required to conduct exit interviews with at least 30% of resigning or retiring employees. By March 30th each year, starting in 2028, the department must submit a report to state leadership that includes detailed statistics about the number of employees surveyed and interviewed, as well as a summary and analysis of the reasons employees are leaving, such as career changes, work policies, compensation, workplace conflicts, and other factors. Importantly, the bill also explicitly exempts individual responses to these exit surveys from the Freedom of Information Law, which means employees' specific answers will remain confidential and cannot be publicly disclosed.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the civil service law, in relation to requiring exit surveys for resigning employees
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Alex Bores (D)*, William Colton (D), Joe DeStefano (R), Eddie Gibbs (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: reported referred to ways and means
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NY bill #A08101 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Establishes the New York Data Protection Act; requires government entities and contractors to disclose certain personal information collected about individuals.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the New York Data Protection Act, which creates comprehensive regulations for how government entities and contractors handle personal information of New York state residents. The bill defines personal information broadly, including identifiers like names, addresses, social security numbers, and various categories of personal data, and gives individuals several key rights. These rights include the ability to request disclosure of what personal information has been collected about them, request deletion of their personal information, and be informed about how their data is collected and shared. Government entities and contractors must provide at least two methods for individuals to submit information requests, respond to these requests within 45 days, and are limited in how they can share or sell personal information. The bill also prohibits discrimination against individuals who exercise these data privacy rights and includes provisions to protect sensitive information. Importantly, the law includes some limitations, such as allowing government entities to comply with legal investigations and not requiring the retention of one-time transaction data. The bill will take effect one year after becoming law, giving government entities and contractors time to prepare for the new requirements. While the bill provides robust data protection mechanisms, it does not create a private right of action for individuals, meaning enforcement would primarily be through the Attorney General's office.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to enacting the New York data protection act
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• Introduced: 04/30/2025
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Clyde Vanel (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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CA bill #AB1493 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Charter schools: performance standards for renewal.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the existing law regarding charter school performance standards for renewal, focusing on how charter schools are evaluated when seeking to continue operating. Under the proposed changes, for charter schools in the two lowest performance tiers, the chartering authority must consider increases in academic achievement or strong postsecondary outcomes until a state-level student-level growth model for English language arts and mathematics is fully implemented with two years of data available. The bill requires chartering authorities to make written findings specific to each charter school, considering whether the school is taking meaningful steps to address low performance and demonstrating either measurable academic improvement (defined as at least one year's progress for each year in school) or strong postsecondary outcomes (such as college enrollment, persistence, and completion rates). The bill also updates the definition of "verified data" to mean data from assessments included on an approved list maintained by the State Board of Education, and provides that if the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill imposes state-mandated costs, local agencies and school districts will be reimbursed accordingly. Importantly, the bill extends the use of alternative performance measures until the state's student-level growth model can provide sufficient data for comprehensive charter school renewal evaluations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend and repeal Section 47607.2 of the Education Code, relating to charter schools.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 03/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Anamarie Avila Farias (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/24/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Education Hearing (00:00:00 4/30/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1100)
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MO bill #HB974 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Establishes provisions relating to insurance for certain uses of motor vehicles
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes two main sets of provisions: the Insurance Data Security Act and the Peer-to-Peer Car-Sharing Program Act. Under the Insurance Data Security Act, insurance companies (licensees) are required to develop and maintain comprehensive written information security programs to protect nonpublic consumer information from cybersecurity events. The act mandates that these programs include risk assessments, administrative and technical safeguards, employee training, and incident response plans. In the event of a cybersecurity event, licensees must conduct a prompt investigation and notify the state director within four business days if the event potentially impacts a significant number of consumers or could materially harm the company's operations. The act also provides detailed requirements for investigating, documenting, and responding to cybersecurity incidents, with specific provisions for third-party service providers. The Peer-to-Peer Car-Sharing Program Act establishes insurance and liability guidelines for platforms that enable vehicle owners to rent their vehicles to other drivers, including requirements for insurance coverage, driver verification, vehicle safety, and disclosure of terms to both vehicle owners and drivers. The bill includes exemptions for certain small businesses and sets the effective date for these provisions as January 1, 2026, with some implementation deadlines extending to 2028.
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Bill Summary: Establishes provisions relating to insurance for certain uses of motor vehicles
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jim Murphy (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: House Message (H)
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CA bill #AB1337 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Information Practices Act of 1977.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates the Information Practices Act of 1977 to expand and modernize protections for personal information collected by state and local agencies. The bill significantly broadens the definition of "personal information" to include a wide range of digital and physical identifiers, such as online identifiers, vehicle registration details, geolocation data, biometric information, and neural data. It removes previous exemptions for local agencies, meaning they will now be subject to the same privacy regulations as state agencies. The bill requires agencies to establish rules of conduct for handling personal information consistent with state manuals, prohibits using personal information for purposes other than its original collection, and expands requirements for disclosing personal information. Additionally, the bill strengthens accountability by making both intentional and negligent violations of the act grounds for employee discipline. The legislation also updates requirements for data breach notifications, specifying detailed procedures for informing affected individuals, including using plain language and specific headings in breach notices. By modernizing privacy protections, the bill aims to balance the public's right to access government information with individuals' rights to privacy in an increasingly digital world.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1798.3, 1798.16, 1798.17, 1798.19, 1798.20, 1798.24, 1798.24b, 1798.25, 1798.26, 1798.27, 1798.29, 1798.44, 1798.55, 1798.57, and 1798.68 of the Civil Code, relating to information privacy.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Ward (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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VT bill #S0069 • Last Action 04/30/2025
An act relating to an age-appropriate design code
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes the Vermont Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, which establishes comprehensive privacy and safety protections for minors online. The legislation requires businesses with online services likely to be accessed by children to implement strict privacy settings, transparency measures, and data protection practices. Key provisions include mandating default high-privacy settings for minors' accounts, such as hiding location, disabling push notifications, and preventing direct messaging with adults without explicit consent. Businesses must also provide clear descriptions of their algorithmic recommendation systems, limit data collection to only what is necessary for the specific service, and refrain from using minors' personal data to recommend or prioritize content. The bill defines detailed terms like "covered minor" (under 18 residents of Vermont), "age assurance" methods, and various types of sensitive data. Businesses must configure default privacy settings to the highest level, provide tools for account deletion, and ensure that data processing does not cause emotional distress or compulsive use. The Attorney General will have enforcement powers, and the law is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements. The legislation aims to protect children's online privacy while maintaining their rights to access information and services.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to require that any covered business that develops and provides online services, products, or features that children are reasonably likely to access must not use abusive or privacy-invasive design features on children.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 15 : Wendy Harrison (D)*, Seth Bongartz (D), Patrick Brennan (R), Alison Clarkson (D), Brian Collamore (R), Ann Cummings (D), Nader Hashim (D), Ginny Lyons (D), Joseph Major (D), Andrew Perchlik (D), Robert Plunkett (D), Anne Watson (D), Dave Weeks (R), Richard Westman (R), Becca White (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 03/18/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Commerce and Economic Development Hearing (00:00:00 4/30/2025 )
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FL bill #H1127 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Child Welfare
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes multiple changes to child welfare policies and practices in Florida. It requires the Department of Children and Families to provide more detailed reporting on commercial sexual exploitation of children, including maintaining assessment data and providing copies to the Legislature. The bill establishes a new recruitment program for child protective investigators and case managers, targeting individuals from public safety and service backgrounds like law enforcement, military, teachers, and healthcare professionals. It introduces a 4-year pilot program for treatment foster care, focusing on children with high resource needs or complex behavioral challenges, with strict standards for placement and training. The bill also provides liability protections for subcontractors of lead agencies, removes certain bonding requirements for lead agencies, and creates a case management workforce workgroup to analyze and improve child welfare case management practices. Additionally, the bill requires a comprehensive study of residential treatment bed capacity for child victims of commercial sexual exploitation, aiming to understand current and future service needs. The legislation includes various technical amendments to existing statutes related to child care, licensing, and child welfare personnel, generally aimed at providing more flexibility in staffing and operations while maintaining high standards of care and protection for children.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to child welfare; amending s. 39.524, F.S.; requiring the Department of Children and Families to provide to the Legislature specified assessment data as part of a certain annual report relating to the commercial sexual exploitation of children; requiring the department to maintain copies of certain assessments or tools used to assess a child for a certain placement; requiring such copies be provided to the Legislature upon request; amending s. 39.905, F.S.; authorizing the department to waive a specified requirement if there is an emergency need for a new domestic violence center; authorizing the department to issue a provisional certificate under certain circumstances; authorizing the department to adopt rules; amending ss. 402.305 and 409.175, F.S.; removing authority for the department to grant exemptions from working with children or the developmentally disabled; authorizing the department to grant limited exemptions to certain minimum standards and requirements, respectively; amending s. 402.402, F.S.; requiring the department to develop a child protective investigator and case manager recruitment program for a specified purpose; specifying requirements for the program; specifying duties of the department under the program, to be completed in collaboration with community-based care lead agencies; authorizing the department to adopt rules to implement the program; amending s. 409.987, F.S.; removing the requirement that an entity post a specified fidelity bond in order to serve as a lead agency; amending s. 409.993, F.S.; providing immunity from liability for subcontractors of lead agencies for certain acts or omissions; providing applicability; amending s. 409.996, F.S.; subject to an appropriation and beginning on a specified date, requiring the department to develop a 4-year pilot program for treatment foster care; requiring the department to implement the pilot program by a specified date; limiting participation in the pilot program to children meeting specified criteria; requiring the department to identify two judicial circuits determined to have the greatest need for implementation of such pilot program; requiring the department to arrange for an independent evaluation of the pilot program to make specified determinations; requiring the department to establish certain minimum standards for the pilot program; requiring the department, by a specified date, to submit a final report to the Governor and the Legislature which includes specified evaluations, findings, and recommendations; amending s. 1004.615, F.S.; specifying that incentives provided to state employees for participating in research or evaluation with the Florida Institute for Child Welfare do not violate certain laws or require certain reporting; amending ss. 402.30501, 1002.57, and 1002.59, F.S.; conforming cross-references; requiring the department to convene a case management workforce workgroup by a specified date; providing for membership of the work group; specifying duties of the workgroup, to be completed in collaboration with the Florida Institute for Child Welfare; providing for meetings of the workgroup; providing for the operation of the workgroup until a specified date; requiring the workgroup to draft and submit a report to the Governor and the Legislature by a specified date; providing requirements for the report; requiring the department to contract for a detailed study of bed capacity for residential treatment services for child victims of commercial sexual exploitation; requiring that the study be completed by a specified date; providing requirements for the study; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Health & Human Services Committee, Meg Weinberger (R)*, Bill Partington (R)*, Daryl Campbell (D), Johanna López (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/SB 7012
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MN bill #SF2255 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Omnibus E-12 Education appropriations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill focuses on comprehensive education finance and policy for Minnesota's K-12 education system. Here is a summary of its key provisions: This bill covers multiple aspects of education funding and policy, including general education aid, teacher support, special education, facilities maintenance, school nutrition, early childhood education, and community education. The bill increases the general education formula allowance to $7,481 for fiscal year 2026 and $7,705 for fiscal years 2027-2029, providing additional funding to school districts. It introduces several new initiatives and changes, such as a task force to analyze compensatory revenue, expanded support for teachers of color, new requirements for paraprofessionals, and enhanced support for student support services. The bill also provides funding for various educational programs, including literacy support, full-service community schools, and career and technical education. Additionally, it makes changes to school library aid, creates a cardiac emergency response plan requirement for schools, and adjusts funding for various education-related services. The legislation aims to improve educational opportunities, support educational staff, and provide more resources for schools across Minnesota, with a particular focus on equity, student support, and addressing educational challenges.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to education finance; modifying provisions for prekindergarten through grade 12 education; providing funding for general education, education excellence, teachers, American Indian education, special education, facilities, health, safety, school nutrition, libraries, early childhood education, community education, and state agencies; making forecast adjustments; requiring reports; transferring money; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 120B.117, subdivision 4; 120B.124, subdivision 4; 120B.241, subdivision 3; 121A.642, by adding a subdivision; 122A.59, by adding a subdivision; 122A.63, subdivision 9; 122A.635; 122A.70, subdivisions 2, 3, 5, 5a, 6, by adding a subdivision; 123A.48, subdivisions 2, 5; 123A.485, subdivision 2; 123A.73, subdivisions 2, 4, 5, 6, by adding a subdivision; 123B.445; 123B.595, subdivisions 1, 4, 8, 10; 123B.63, subdivision 3; 123B.71, subdivision 8; 123B.84; 123B.86, subdivisions 1, 3; 123B.87; 123B.92, subdivision 1; 124D.111, subdivisions 2a, 3, by adding a subdivision; 124D.1158, by adding a subdivision; 124D.119, subdivision 1; 124D.231; 124D.42, subdivision 9; 124D.65, subdivision 5a; 124D.81, subdivision 2b; 124D.83, subdivision 2; 124D.861, subdivisions 3, 4; 124D.862, subdivisions 1, 8; 124D.901, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, by adding subdivisions; 124D.98; 124D.992, subdivisions 1, 2; 124D.995, subdivision 6; 124E.20, by adding a subdivision; 125A.76, subdivision 2e; 125B.15; 126C.05, subdivision 3; 126C.10, subdivisions 2, 3, 3c; 126C.17, subdivision 9b; 126C.40, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 126C.45; 127A.41, subdivisions 8, 9; 127A.45, subdivisions 11, 13; 127A.47, subdivision 7; 127A.49, subdivision 3; 136A.1276, subdivision 4; 142D.06, subdivision 4; 142D.08, subdivision 8; 142D.093; 142D.11, subdivisions 1, 2, 10; Laws 2023, chapter 18, section 4, subdivisions 2, as amended, 3, as amended; Laws 2023, chapter 54, section 20, subdivisions 7, as amended, 9, as amended, 17, as amended; Laws 2023, chapter 55, article 1, sections 33; 36, subdivisions 2, as amended, 3, as amended, 4, as amended, 5, as amended, 6, as amended, 7, as amended, 9, as amended, 12; 37; article 2, section 64, subdivisions 2, as amended, 6, as amended, 16, as amended, 20, 21, as amended, 23, as amended, 34; article 3, section 11, subdivision 3, as amended; article 4, section 21, subdivisions 2, as amended, 5, as amended; article 5, section 64, subdivisions 3, as amended, 14, as amended; article 7, section 18, subdivisions 2, as amended, 3, as amended, 4, as amended, 6, as amended, 7, as amended; article 8, section 19, subdivision 6, as amended; article 9, section 18, subdivisions 4, as amended, 5, 8, as amended; article 11, section 11, subdivisions 2, as amended, 3, as amended, 10, as amended; article 12, sections 17, subdivision 2, as amended; 19; Laws 2024, chapter 115, article 3, sections 7, subdivision 4; 8, subdivision 4; proposing coding for new law 1 SF2255 REVISOR CR S2255-2 2nd Engrossment in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 121A; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 120B.241, subdivisions 2, 4, 6; 123B.40; 123B.41, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5, 5a, 6, 7, 8, 12, 14, 15; 123B.42; 123B.43; 123B.44; 123B.45; 123B.46; 123B.47; 123B.48; 123B.595, subdivision 2; 123B.86, subdivision 2; 123B.92, subdivision 9; 124D.992, subdivision 1a; 125B.26.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Mary Kunesh (D)*, Steve Cwodzinski (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Second reading
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IL bill #SB2394 • Last Action 04/30/2025
FIRST 2025 GENERAL REVISORY
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Enacts the First 2025 General Revisory Act, a comprehensive technical cleanup and reconciliation of multiple sections of Illinois state law. The bill makes numerous technical corrections, renumbers sections to eliminate duplication, updates cross-references, and resolves conflicts that have arisen from multiple amendments and enactments. The legislation is primarily administrative in nature and is not intended to make substantive changes to existing law, but rather to improve the overall clarity and consistency of Illinois statutes. The bill covers a wide range of areas including procurement, state agencies, taxation, education, health care, veterans' services, and various other regulatory and administrative codes. Key actions include updating definitions, correcting grammatical and formatting issues, removing obsolete language, and ensuring that different versions of recently amended laws are harmonized. The bill applies to statutes amended by Public Acts 103-584 through 103-1059, and aims to make the state's legal code more precise and easier to navigate.
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Bill Summary: Creates the First 2025 General Revisory Act. Combines multiple versions of Sections amended by more than one Public Act. Renumbers Sections of various Acts to eliminate duplication. Corrects obsolete cross-references and technical errors. Makes stylistic changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Bill Cunningham (D)*, Robyn Gabel (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
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PA bill #HB308 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Providing for workplace health and safety standards for public employees; providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of Labor and Industry; establishing the Pennsylvania Occupational Safety and Health Review Board; providing for workplace inspections; and imposing penalties.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive workplace safety and health standards specifically for public employees in Pennsylvania, creating a framework to protect workers across various government organizations from hazardous working conditions. The legislation, known as the Public Employees Occupational Safety and Health Act, requires public employers to provide workplaces free from recognized hazards and to comply with safety standards, which will largely mirror federal occupational safety regulations. The bill creates the Pennsylvania Occupational Safety and Health Review Board, a five-member board appointed by the Governor to hear appeals related to safety violations and enforcement actions, and empowers the Secretary of Labor and Industry to conduct workplace inspections, issue compliance orders, and assess penalties for safety violations. Key provisions include allowing employees to request workplace inspections, protecting workers from discrimination if they report safety concerns, establishing recordkeeping requirements for employers regarding workplace injuries and exposure to hazardous materials, and creating a graduated penalty system for violations ranging from administrative fines to potential criminal charges for willful violations that result in employee deaths. The bill applies to a broad range of public employers, including state and local government agencies, public schools, and nonprofit organizations receiving government funding, with the goal of ensuring that public employees have the same workplace safety protections as private sector workers.
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Bill Summary: Providing for workplace health and safety standards for public employees; providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of Labor and Industry; establishing the Pennsylvania Occupational Safety and Health Review Board; providing for workplace inspections; and imposing penalties. This act may be referred to as Jake's Law.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 38 : Pat Harkins (D)*, Tom Mehaffie (R), José Giral (D), Tarah Probst (D), Mary Isaacson (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Chris Pielli (D), Bob Freeman (D), Tarik Khan (D), Jeanne McNeill (D), Tim Brennan (D), Arvind Venkat (D), Elizabeth Fiedler (D), Kristine Howard (D), Ed Neilson (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Dan Miller (D), Mary Jo Daley (D), Jim Haddock (D), Kyle Donahue (D), Jessica Benham (D), Steve Samuelson (D), Perry Warren (D), Joe Ciresi (D), Jenn O'Mara (D), Dan Deasy (D), Morgan Cephas (D), Scott Conklin (D), Justin Fleming (D), Keith Harris (D), Carol Kazeem (D), Tina Davis (D), Joe Webster (D), Chris Rabb (D), Dave Madsen (D), Abigail Salisbury (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY
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IL bill #HB1746 • Last Action 04/30/2025
PROP TX-HOMESTEAD EXEMPT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify homestead exemptions for low-income senior citizens and general homestead properties. For taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption will be the greater of either $80,000 or $80,000 adjusted by the consumer price index-u (a measure of average price changes for urban consumer goods and services). The Department of Revenue is required to calculate and publish this indexed maximum income limitation by January 31st of each year and transmit it to county clerks and treasurers. Additionally, for taxable years 2026 and beyond, the general homestead exemption's maximum reduction will be $10,000 in all counties, regardless of the county's population. The bill also introduces a definition for "consumer price index-u" and establishes a mechanism for annually adjusting the maximum income limitation to account for inflation, ensuring that the exemption's value keeps pace with rising living costs.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the term "maximum income limitation" for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption means the greater of (i) $80,000 or (ii) $80,000 adjusted by certain increases in the consumer price index-u. Provides that the Department of Revenue shall, not later than January 31 of each calendar year, calculate, publish, and transmit to all county clerks and county treasurers the indexed maximum income limitation number. In provisions concerning the general homestead exemption, provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum reduction is $10,000 in all counties.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Joe Sosnowski (R)*, Charlie Meier (R), Kevin Schmidt (R), Jason Bunting (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Jason R. Bunting
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NV bill #AB46 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Revises provisions relating to privileges applicable to information obtained from records and other property of public utilities and certain other entities. (BDR 58-310)
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Nevada law to clarify that when certain confidential information from public utilities, alternative sellers, or providers of natural gas or electric resources is shared with the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUC), any associated legal privileges are not automatically waived. Specifically, if confidential information is disclosed to the PUC, its staff, affected governmental entities, the Bureau of Consumer Protection, or other authorized parties, and further public disclosure is prohibited, the original legal privilege protecting that information remains intact. This means that even though the information is shared with these specified entities for regulatory purposes, the original entity can still claim legal protections that would prevent wider disclosure. The bill addresses a potential legal vulnerability where simply sharing confidential information with regulatory bodies might previously have been interpreted as forfeiting the privilege. By explicitly stating that such sharing does not constitute a waiver of privilege, the bill provides additional protection for sensitive business and commercial information while still allowing necessary regulatory oversight.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to public utilities; establishing that an applicable privilege is not waived when certain entities disclose or make available confidential information to the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada and certain other persons and governmental entities; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 11/19/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 11/21/2024
• Last Action: Senate Growth and Infrastructure Hearing (15:30:00 4/30/2025 Room 2144)
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CA bill #AB586 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Professional fiduciaries.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of California law to expand and clarify regulations for professional fiduciaries, primarily by introducing the concept of professional fiduciary professional corporations. Specifically, the bill allows licensed professional fiduciaries to form professional corporations to provide fiduciary services, and includes these professional corporations within the legal definition of a "professional fiduciary." The bill requires that each director, shareholder, and officer of such a corporation be a licensed professional fiduciary, and mandates that licensees disclose whether they are serving under a professional fiduciary corporation in each case. The legislation also updates requirements for how professional fiduciaries report information to the Professional Fiduciaries Bureau, including filing annual statements and maintaining detailed records about their cases and business interests. Additionally, the bill modifies court appointment rules to specify that professional fiduciaries can be appointed as guardians, conservators, personal representatives, or trustees only if they meet certain licensing or corporate requirements. By creating a framework for professional fiduciary corporations, the bill aims to provide more structured oversight and professionalization of fiduciary services while maintaining consumer protections.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 6501, 6534, and 6561 of, and to add Article 7 (commencing with Section 6593) to Chapter 6 of Division 3 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 13401 of the Corporations Code, and to amend Section 60.1 of, to add Part 9.5 (commencing with Section 310) to Division 2 of, and to repeal Section 2340 of, the Probate Code, relating to professional fiduciaries.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Heath Flora (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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CA bill #SB677 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Housing development: streamlined approvals.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill seeks to streamline housing development approvals by modifying several key aspects of California housing law. Specifically, the bill requires ministerial (administrative) approval for proposed housing developments containing up to two residential units on lots with single-family homes or zoned for four or fewer residential units, regardless of any restrictions imposed by homeowners' associations. The bill provides exceptions to demolition restrictions for housing in areas under a state of emergency or housing that was involuntarily damaged. Local agencies are now prohibited from imposing standards that would physically prevent unit construction or impose overly restrictive requirements, with a minimum unit size set at 1,750 net habitable square feet. The bill also mandates that local governments cannot impose additional standards beyond those specified in the legislation, such as owner-occupancy requirements. For urban lot splits, the bill allows the creation of two new parcels with minimal restrictions, removing previous limitations on lot size and prior subdivision history. Local agencies must now process these applications ministerially and cannot impose significant fees or complex requirements. Additionally, the bill ensures that these housing developments and lot splits remain subject to coastal zone regulations while aiming to increase housing supply. The legislation applies to all cities in California, including charter cities, and is intended to significantly reduce barriers to small-scale housing development.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 4751 of the Civil Code, and to amend Sections 65852.21, 65913.4, and 66411.7 of the Government Code, relating to land use.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Scott Wiener (D)*, Buffy Wicks (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Senate Local Government Hearing (09:30:00 4/30/2025 State Capitol, Room 112)
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FL bill #H1237 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Human Trafficking Awareness
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Florida Department of Education to develop a free, comprehensive human trafficking awareness training curriculum for public schools by December 1, 2025. The curriculum must include definitions of sex and labor trafficking, guidance on identifying potential trafficking victims among students, instructions for school employees on reporting and responding to suspected trafficking, and a specific protocol for reporting suspected child trafficking to the Department of Children and Families or the Florida Human Trafficking Hotline. The training can be conducted in-person or online and will be mandatory for all instructional, administrative, and educational support personnel who have contact with students. Each employee must complete the training and submit an acknowledgment to their school, which must be retained for documentation. Additionally, the bill amends existing charter school regulations to require these schools to comply with the new human trafficking awareness training requirements, ensuring consistent implementation across different types of public educational institutions. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools ample time to prepare and implement the new training requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to human trafficking awareness; creating s. 1006.481, F.S.; requiring the Department of Education to identify a curriculum regarding human trafficking awareness; specifying required components of the curriculum; authorizing in-person or online training; requiring public schools to require that certain personnel have received certain training; requiring school employees to acknowledge completion of training; amending s. 1002.33, F.S.; requiring charter schools to comply with requirements for human trafficking awareness training; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 05/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Education & Employment Committee, Erika Booth (R)*, Toby Overdorf (R)*, Yvette Benarroch (R), Daryl Campbell (D), Lindsay Cross (D), Tae Edmonds (D), Michael Owen (R), Alex Rizo (R), Allison Tant (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Ordered engrossed, then enrolled
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FL bill #H0999 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Legal Tender
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive legislation to recognize gold and silver coins as legal tender in Florida, establishing detailed regulatory frameworks for their use, storage, and transmission. The bill defines specific purity requirements for gold and silver coins, mandating that they must be at least 99.5% (gold) and 99.9% (silver) pure to be considered legal tender. Financial institutions, money services businesses, and governmental entities are not required to accept or offer services related to these coins, but if they choose to do so, they must follow strict guidelines including maintaining separate accounts, providing customer disclosures about potential value fluctuations and tax implications, and ensuring secure storage with independent custodians. The bill creates new definitions and regulatory requirements for custodians of gold and silver coins, including mandatory security measures, insurance requirements, and annual audits. Importantly, the bill specifies that gold and silver coins can only be tendered electronically by governmental entities, not in physical form, and sets provisions for how these coins can be transferred, stored, and used. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, after rules are ratified by the Legislature, and includes provisions for the Department of Financial Services to report potential implementation challenges and recommendations.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to legal tender; amending s. 212.05, F.S.; revising the sales and use tax exemption for certain coin or currency; specifying that a person who claims the sales tax exemption bears the burden for determining whether the gold coin or silver coin meets a specified definition; providing a presumption regarding the purity requirements of gold coin and silver coin; creating s. 215.986, F.S.; defining terms; specifying that gold coin and silver coin are recognized as legal tender for a specified purpose; prohibiting gold cold or silver coin recognized as legal tender from being imprinted, stamped, or otherwise marked in a specified manner; providing an exception; specifying that a gold coin or silver coin that does not meet certain requirements is not recognized as legal tender for a specified purpose; providing construction; prohibiting persons or entities from being required to offer or accept any legal tender for a specified purpose; prohibiting persons or entities from incurring liability for refusing to offer or accept legal tender; providing an exception; authorizing a governmental entity to accept gold coin or silver coin for a specified purpose and only in a specified manner; authorizing governmental hb999 -02-er2025 Legislature entities to tender or accept gold coin or silver coin for certain purposes; authorizing governmental entities to tender or accept gold coin or silver coin by electronic transfer and not in physical form; requiring governmental entities to enter into specified written contracts under certain circumstances; requiring certain custodians of gold coin or silver coin to meet certain requirements; specifying that a governmental entity that tenders or accepts gold coin or silver coin under certain circumstances need not comply with certain provisions; creating s. 280.21, F.S.; requiring custodians of gold coin or silver coin which hold public deposits to meet certain requirements; requiring the Chief Financial Officer to adopt rules; amending s. 560.103, F.S.; revising definitions and defining terms; amending s. 560.109, F.S.; requiring the Office of Financial Regulation to examine a custodian of gold coin or silver coin at least annually; amending s. 560.141, F.S.; authorizing the office to conduct an examination of certain applicants before issuing a specified license; creating s. 560.155, F.S.; prohibiting money services businesses from being required to offer certain products or services; specifying certain requirements if money services businesses offer hb999 -02-er2025 Legislature certain products or services; requiring the Financial Services Commission to adopt rules; amending s. 560.205, F.S.; requiring applicants seeking to operate as a payment instrument seller, money transmitter, or a custodian of gold coin or silver coin to provide specified information to the office; creating s. 560.214, F.S.; requiring a custodian of gold coin or silver coin to meet certain requirements; defining the terms "fully allocated" and "undivided interest"; specifying that a custodian is a fiduciary to its customers; specifying that transmission of gold coin or silver coin in a specified manner is a two-party transaction; requiring the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 655.50, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "monetary instrument"; creating s. 655.97, F.S.; defining terms; prohibiting financial institutions from being required to offer certain products or services; prohibiting financial institutions from incurring liability for refusing to offer certain products or services; specifying certain requirements if financial institutions offer certain products or services; requiring the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 672.511, F.S.; providing construction; amending s. 731.1065, F.S.; specifying that gold or silver coin that is legal tender is not hb999 -02-er2025 Legislature tangible personal property; specifying that certain provisions are effective for decedents on or after a specified date; providing applicability; deleting construction and applicability; amending s. 559.952, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; providing directives to the Division of Law Revision; requiring, by a specified date, the Department of Financial Services and the Office of Financial Regulation to submit a specified report to the Governor and the Legislature; requiring the Chief Financial Officer and the Financial Services Commission to adopt rules; requiring that such rules be adopted by a specified date and submitted to the Legislature in a specified report; providing that such rules may not take effect until ratified by the Legislature; requiring the Chief Financial Officer and the Financial Services Commission to make a specified notification to the Division of Law Revision; prohibiting such rules from being implemented until a specified time; repealing certain provisions unless reviewed and saved from the repeal through reenactment; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 05/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Commerce Committee, Doug Bankson (R)*, Chip LaMarca (R)*, Webster Barnaby (R), Yvette Benarroch (R), Dean Black (R), Adam Botana (R), James Buchanan (R), Ryan Chamberlin (R), Kim Kendall (R), Monique Miller (R), Rachel Plakon (R), Susan Plasencia (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 47
• Last Amended: 05/01/2025
• Last Action: Ordered engrossed, then enrolled
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WV bill #HB2880 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Relating to parent resource navigators
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive set of reforms to improve child welfare services and oversight in West Virginia. The legislation creates a Critical Incident Review Team under the Office of the Inspector General to examine and review child fatalities and near-fatalities involving children in the child welfare system. The team will consist of representatives from various state agencies, including social services, law enforcement, and the state legislature, and will be responsible for analyzing trends, patterns, and risk factors related to these incidents. The bill also requires the Department of Human Services to provide parents with a guide explaining the child protective services investigation process, and mandates that a parent resource navigator be included in multidisciplinary treatment teams for child abuse and neglect cases. Additionally, the legislation requires the child welfare data dashboard to be updated monthly with detailed performance indicators, workforce information, and child fatality data. The bill aims to increase transparency, improve communication, and enhance the state's ability to prevent and respond to child welfare concerns by establishing new reporting mechanisms, review processes, and information-sharing protocols across various government agencies.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend and reenact §49-1-201, §49-2-809, §49-4-405, §49-5-101, and §49-11-101 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended; to amend the code by adding a new section, designated §49-2-802a; and to amend the code by adding a new article, designated, §61-12B-1, §61-12B-2, §61-12B-3, §61-12B-4, §61-12B-5, §61- 12B-6, and §61-12B-7, relating to child welfare; requiring information to be provided at outset of investigation; stating form of centralized intake reporting procedures; including parent resource navigators within multidisciplinary teams; permitting the foster care ombudsman to access information related to child abuse and neglect proceedings; requiring the Bureau for Medical Services and the Bureau for Social Services to provide electronic access to various persons; requiring updates to the child welfare dashboard; establishing the Critical Incident Review Team; setting forth composition of members; setting forth the responsibilities of the Critical Incident Review Team; setting forth the reporting requirements of the Critical Incident review team; requiring cooperation with Critical Incident Team; and setting forth confidentiality of information.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Adam Burkhammer (R)*, Laura Kimble (R), Margitta Mazzocchi (R), Jonathan Pinson (R), Mickey Petitto (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 64
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 4/30/2025
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CA bill #SB554 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Law enforcement: immigration enforcement.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends California law to modify restrictions on law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The bill changes existing provisions of the California Values Act to now require (rather than just permit) law enforcement responses to immigration authorities' requests for release dates under specific circumstances. It mandates that law enforcement can cooperate with immigration authorities when an individual has been convicted of certain serious crimes, including violent felonies, specific types of assault and battery, sexual offenses, and other criminal activities. The bill also prohibits local agencies from creating additional ordinances that further restrict immigration enforcement cooperation beyond what is already specified in state law. Any local ordinances enacted before January 1, 2026, that conflict with these provisions will be deemed void. The bill emphasizes that these changes apply to all cities, including charter cities, and addresses a matter of statewide concern. If the Commission on State Mandates determines that the bill imposes state-mandated costs, local agencies will be reimbursed according to existing statutory procedures. The overall intent appears to be providing more structured guidelines for when and how local law enforcement can interact with federal immigration authorities while maintaining some protective measures for individuals.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 7282.5 and 7284.6 of the Government Code, relating to law enforcement.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Brian Jones (R)*, Marie Alvarado-Gil (D), Steven Choi (R), Megan Dahle (R), Shannon Grove (R), Roger Niello (R), Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R), Kelly Seyarto (R), Suzette Martinez Valladares (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: April 29 set for second hearing. Failed passage in committee. (Ayes 1. Noes 5.)
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FL bill #S1618 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Education
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses numerous aspects of education in Florida, covering a wide range of topics from K-12 to postsecondary education. The bill makes several significant changes, including removing references to the Florida School for Competitive Academics from various statutes, modifying educational equity requirements, expanding opportunities for students and educators, and adjusting various educational programs and policies. Some key provisions include allowing state universities to provide tuition assistance to active Florida State Guard members, revising the definition of educational equity to focus on underrepresented students rather than specific demographic groups, creating new rules about prohibited expenditures for educational institutions, expanding the college reach-out program to support underrepresented students, modifying scholarship and financial aid programs, adjusting educator certification requirements, and updating various administrative and procedural aspects of Florida's education system. The bill also introduces new provisions for state college regional consortium service organizations, modifies reporting requirements for various educational programs, and makes technical changes to improve educational opportunities and administrative efficiency across Florida's educational institutions.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to education; amending s. 11.45, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from the list of entities subject to certain audit requirements; amending s. 11.51, F.S.; authorizing the Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability to develop contracts or agreements with institutions in the State University System for a specified purpose; amending s. 216.251, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from specified classification and pay plans; amending s. 251.001, F.S.; providing tuition assistance to active members of the Florida State Guard; amending s. 288.036, F.S.; revising the duties of the Office of Ocean Economy; amending s. 381.853, F.S.; specifying that the President of the University of Florida appoints the members of the scientific advisory council within the Florida Center for Brain Tumor Research; amending s. 413.407, F.S.; revising the qualifications for members of the Assistive Technology Advisory Council; increasing the maximum term length for such members; amending s. 435.12, F.S.; revising the dates for a screening schedule; amending s. 446.032, F.S.; revising the date by which the Department of Education is required to publish an annual report on apprenticeship and preapprenticeship programs; amending s. 446.041, F.S.; requiring the department to take into account underrepresented groups in administering the apprenticeship training program, rather than minority and gender diversity; amending s. 447.203, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from the definition of a public employer; amending s. 1000.04, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from the components of Florida’s Early Learning-20 education system; amending s. 1000.05, F.S.; renaming the Florida Educational Equity Act as the “Florida Educational Equality Act”; changing the term “gender” to “sex”; requiring public schools and Florida College System institutions to develop and implement methods and strategies to increase participation of underrepresented students, rather than students with certain characteristics, in certain programs and courses; requiring the Commissioner of Education and the State Board of Education to utilize their authority to enforce compliance; amending s. 1000.21, F.S.; renaming Hillsborough Community College as “Hillsborough College”; amending s. 1001.20, F.S.; deleting oversight of the Florida School for Competitive Academics from the duties of the Office of Inspector General within the department; creating s. 1001.325, F.S.; prohibiting the expenditure of funds by public schools, charter schools, school districts, charter school administrators, or direct-support organizations to purchase membership in, or goods or services from, any organization that discriminates on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or religion; prohibiting the expenditure of funds by public schools, charter schools, school districts, charter school administrators, or direct support organizations to promote, support, or maintain certain programs or activities; authorizing the use of student fees and school or district facilities by student-led organizations under certain circumstances; providing construction; requiring the state board to adopt rules; amending s. 1001.452, F.S.; deleting a provision requiring the Commissioner of Education to determine whether school districts have maximized efforts to include minority persons and persons of lower socioeconomic status on their school advisory councils; creating s. 1001.68, F.S.; authorizing Florida College System institutions with a certain number of full-time equivalent students to enter into cooperative agreements to form a state college regional consortium service organization; requiring such organizations to provide at least a specified number of certain services; requiring that regional consortium service organizations be governed by a board of directors consisting of specified members; amending s. 1001.706, F.S.; deleting a requirement that state universities provide student access to certain information; amending s. 1001.7065, F.S.; revising academic standards for the preeminent state research university program to include a specified average Classic Learning Test score; amending s. 1002.20, F.S.; authorizing public schools to purchase or enter into arrangements for certain emergency opioid antagonists, rather than only for naloxone; requiring that district school board policies authorizing corporal punishment include a requirement that parental consent be provided before the administration of corporal punishment; amending s. 1002.33, F.S.; requiring a charter school to comply with statute relating to corporal punishment; repealing s. 1002.351, F.S., relating to the Florida School for Competitive Academics; amending s. 1002.394, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from Family Empowerment Scholarship prohibitions; amending s. 1002.395, F.S.; deleting the Florida School for Competitive Academics from Florida Tax Credit Scholarship prohibitions; amending s. 1002.42, F.S.; authorizing certain private schools to construct new facilities on property that meets specified criteria; amending s. 1002.68, F.S.; deleting a provision requiring the department to confer with the Council for Early Grade Success before receiving a certain approval; amending s. 1002.71, F.S.; revising the conditions under which a student may withdraw from a prekindergarten program and reenroll in another program; amending s. 1002.945, F.S.; revising the criteria required for a child care facility, large family child care home, or family day care home to obtain and maintain a designation as a Gold Seal Quality Care provider; amending s. 1003.41, F.S.; requiring that certain standards documents contain only academic standards and benchmarks; requiring the Commissioner of Education to revise currently approved standards documents and submit them to the state board by a specified date; amending s. 1003.42, F.S.; revising required instruction on the principles of agriculture; requiring the department to collaborate with specified entities to develop associated standards and a curriculum; authorizing the department to contract with certain agricultural education organizations; amending s. 1003.4201, F.S.; authorizing the inclusion of intensive reading interventions in a school district comprehensive reading instruction plan; requiring that intensive reading interventions be delivered by instructional personnel who possess a micro-credential or are certified or endorsed in reading; requiring that such interventions incorporate certain strategies; requiring that instructional personnel with a micro credential be supervised by an individual certified or endorsed in reading; defining the term “supervised”; authorizing the inclusion in the reading instruction plans of a description of how school districts prioritize the assignment of highly effective teachers; amending s. 1003.4282, F.S.; adding components to required instruction on financial literacy; amending s. 1004.0971, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “emergency opioid antagonist”; amending s. 1004.933, F.S.; authorizing an institution to enter into an agreement with an online provider for the adult education or career instruction portion of the Graduation Alternative to Traditional Education (GATE) Program; deleting the age limit for enrollment in the program; clarifying that students are not required to enroll in adult secondary and career education coursework simultaneously; amending s. 1005.06, F.S.; authorizing certain institutions to operate without licensure; specifying affirmations required as a part of an affidavit; requiring submission of requested documentation in a specified timeframe; requiring the Commission for Independent Education to review such affidavit in a public meeting; specifying commission actions for noncompliance; authorizing the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 1006.73, F.S.; revising reporting requirements relating to the Florida Postsecondary Academic Library Network; amending s. 1007.27, F.S.; requiring the state board to identify national consortia to develop certain courses; authorizing the department to join or establish a national consortium as an additional alternative method to develop and implement advanced placement courses; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 1007.34, F.S.; expanding the scope of the college reach-out program to all low-income educationally disadvantaged and underrepresented students regardless of minority status; amending s. 1007.35, F.S.; revising legislative findings; renaming the Florida Partnership for Minority and Underrepresented Student Achievement as the “Florida Partnership for Underrepresented Student Achievement”; revising the purposes and duties of the partnership to focus on all underrepresented students regardless of minority status; revising duties of the partnership; revising which examinations public high schools are required to administer; revising which examinations a partnership must provide information to specified individuals and entities; revising which examinations the department must provide the learning data from to a certain partnership; deleting duties of the partnership; repealing s. 1008.2125, F.S., relating to the Council for Early Grade Success; amending s. 1008.36, F.S.; specifying the recipients of school recognition bonus funds; amending s. 1008.365, F.S.; revising the types of tutoring hours that may be counted toward meeting the community service requirements for the Bright Futures Scholarship Program; amending s. 1008.37, F.S.; revising the date by which the Commissioner of Education must deliver a report to specified entities; revising the requirements of the report; amending s. 1009.23, F.S.; authorizing the Florida College System to allocate a portion of financial aid fees to assist underrepresented students, rather than students who are members of a targeted gender or ethnic minority population; amending s. 1009.26, F.S.; revising the residency requirement for a grandparent for an out-of state fee waiver; revising the residency criteria for a grandparent in a specified attestation; amending s. 1009.536, F.S.; clarifying the required minimum cumulative weighted grade point average for the Florida Gold Seal CAPE Scholars award; authorizing students to apply for a Florida Gold Seal CAPE Scholars award within a specified timeframe before or after completing the GATE Program; amending s. 1009.8962, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “institution”; amending s. 1009.897, F.S.; requiring institutions receiving funds through the Prepping Institutions, Programs, Employers, and Learners through Incentives for Nursing Education Fund to allocate funding to health care-related programs; repealing s. 1011.58, F.S., relating to legislative budget requests of the Florida School for Competitive Academics; repealing s. 1011.59, F.S., relating to funds for the Florida School for Competitive Academics; amending s. 1011.71, F.S.; revising the types of casualty insurance premiums that may be paid by a district school tax; amending s. 1011.804, F.S.; authorizing certain institutions to apply for and use grant funds under the GATE Startup Grant Program for specified purposes; amending s. 1012.315, F.S.; revising educator certification and certain employment screening standards; making technical changes; amending s. 1012.56, F.S.; authorizing individuals to demonstrate mastery of general knowledge, subject area knowledge, or professional preparation and education competence by providing a school district with documentation of a valid certificate issued by the American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence; amending s. 1012.77, F.S.; conforming a provision to a change made by the act; specifying entities eligible to submit nominees for the Teacher of the Year and Ambassador for Education awards; amending s. 1013.30, F.S.; revising the timeframe for updates to state university campus master plans; amending s. 1013.46, F.S.; deleting a provision relating to set asides for construction contracts with minority business enterprises; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Fiscal Policy, Senate Appropriations Committee on Pre-K - 12 Education, Alexis Calatayud (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/HB 1255
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MI bill #HB4407 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Human services: medical services; MIcare act; create. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes MIcare, a comprehensive universal health care system for Michigan residents that aims to provide publicly financed and administered health coverage for all state residents regardless of income, health status, or existing insurance. The bill creates a MIcare Board responsible for overseeing the health care system, developing a benefit package, and setting payment rates for health care professionals. MIcare will cover a wide range of medical services including primary, preventive, acute, and chronic care, behavioral health, prescription drugs, dental, vision, and hearing care, with no premiums or cost-sharing requirements. The system will be funded through a dedicated MIcare Fund that can receive state appropriations, federal funds, grants, and other revenue sources. Key principles of the system include ensuring universal access to high-quality health services, containing costs, promoting transparency, and supporting health care professionals. The implementation of MIcare is contingent on obtaining federal waivers and meeting specific conditions, such as demonstrating no negative economic impact and sustainable financing. The bill also establishes detailed provisions for eligibility, benefits, administration, and governance of the new health care system, with the goal of creating a more efficient, equitable, and patient-centered approach to health care in Michigan.
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Bill Summary: A bill to provide for the establishment of a universal and unified health care system and to reform the current payment system for health care coverage in this state; to create certain boards and committees and prescribe their powers and duties; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and agencies; to establish a fund; to provide for the promulgation of rules; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies.
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• Introduced: 04/29/2025
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 23 : Carrie Rheingans (D)*, Dylan Wegela (D), Natalie Price (D), Betsy Coffia (D), Mike McFall (D), Veronica Paiz (D), Tonya Myers Phillips (D), Tyrone Carter (D), Morgan Foreman (D), Jason Morgan (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Julie Brixie (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Kara Hope (D), Cynthia Neeley (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Stephanie Young (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Helena Scott (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 04/29/2025
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PA bill #SB698 • Last Action 04/30/2025
In grounds and buildings, further providing for acquisition of buildings, sites for school buildings and playgrounds, and disposing thereof.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 703 of the Public School Code of 1949 to clarify and expand the powers of school district boards regarding the acquisition and disposal of real estate and school properties. The bill establishes three key provisions: First, school boards are granted broad authority to acquire property through various means (purchase, lease, gift, condemnation) for school purposes, with a notable change removing the requirement for Department of Education approval for school construction projects not seeking state reimbursement. Second, the bill sets guidelines for property purchases, stipulating that real estate can be acquired for no more than fair market value, and for purchases over $10,000, the fair market value must be determined through consultation with at least two sources, including the county assessor, a licensed real estate broker, or a licensed real estate appraiser from the county where the property is located. Third, the bill mandates that documents related to fair market value determinations must be transparent and accessible under the Right-to-Know Law and must be included in publicly available meeting documents. The legislation takes effect 60 days after its enactment, aiming to provide school districts with more flexibility in property acquisition while ensuring financial accountability and transparency.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in grounds and buildings, further providing for acquisition of buildings, sites for school buildings and playgrounds, and disposing thereof.
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• Introduced: 04/30/2025
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Jarrett Coleman (R)*, Rosemary Brown (R), Elder Vogel (R), Pat Stefano (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: Referred to EDUCATION
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RI bill #S0390 • Last Action 04/30/2025
Would provide for better communication between sending and receiving districts regarding students receiving special education services.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would establish new requirements for communication and cost-sharing between sending and receiving school districts when a student with a disability receives special education services outside their home district. Effective July 1, 2025, receiving districts (the districts providing special education services) must report back to the sending districts (the student's home districts) on a quarterly basis or when significant changes occur, such as a student no longer participating in the program. The bill also introduces a cost-sharing mechanism where the sending district would only be responsible for paying the lower of two costs: either the receiving district's actual cost of providing special education services or the sending district's per-pupil expenditure. Additionally, for transportation costs, the sending district would only be required to pay the actual transportation expenses. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is authorized to create rules to implement these provisions while protecting student confidentiality, and may also provide recommendations to the General Assembly about aligning these changes with existing education aid and funding frameworks. The bill aims to create more transparency, accountability, and cost-efficiency in inter-district special education service arrangements.
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Bill Summary: This act would provide for better communication between sending and receiving districts regarding students receiving special education services. This act would also adjust the costs between a sending and receiving district to educate and transport a student receiving special education services. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Mark McKenney (D)*, Andrew Dimitri (D), Lammis Vargas (D), Bob Britto (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Committee postponed at request of sponsor (04/30/2025)
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FL bill #H0651 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively amends multiple sections of Florida law, primarily focusing on the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and its various responsibilities. Key provisions include: Creating new protections for agricultural workers and agricultural lands, such as establishing requirements for housing agricultural workers and restricting drone usage on agricultural properties. The bill mandates that local governments cannot inhibit housing construction for legally verified agricultural workers and sets specific criteria for such housing sites, including setback requirements and screening provisions. Establishing new programs and regulatory frameworks, including the Florida Retail Fuel Transfer Switch Modernization Grant Program, which provides funding for modernizing fuel station infrastructure, and the Honest Services Registry for charitable organizations, which aims to increase transparency about potential foreign influence. Implementing stricter regulations on various industries, such as prohibiting the mislabeling of plant-based products as milk, meat, poultry, or eggs, and creating new provisions around mail theft and retail fuel theft. Expanding the Department of Agriculture's capabilities by creating new direct-support organizations like the Florida Aquaculture Foundation, establishing programs for agricultural producers during emergencies, and creating a petroleum registration program. Adding protections for agricultural producers against financial discrimination based on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, and providing the Attorney General with enforcement powers in such cases. The bill also includes numerous technical amendments to existing statutes, updates to licensing procedures, and provisions for various agricultural and consumer services programs. The majority of the bill's provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025, allowing time for implementation and rule-making.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; providing that certain positions in the department are exempt from the Career Service System; amending s. 163.3162, F.S.; providing definitions; prohibiting governmental entities from adopting or enforcing any legislation that inhibits the construction or installation of housing for legally verified agricultural workers on agricultural land operated as a bona fide farm; requiring that the construction or installation of such housing units on agricultural lands satisfies certain criteria; requiring that local ordinances comply with certain regulations; authorizing governmental entities to adopt local land use regulations that are less restrictive; requiring property owners to maintain certain records for a specified timeframe; requiring that use of a housing site be discontinued and authorizing the removal of a such site under certain circumstances; specifying applicability of permit allocation systems in certain areas of critical state concern; authorizing the continued use of housing sites constructed before the effective date of the act if certain conditions are met; requiring the department to adopt certain rules; hb651-03-c3 CS/ providing for enforcement; requiring the department to submit certain information to the State Board of Immigration Enforcement on a certain schedule; amending s. 201.25, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 253.0341, F.S.; authorizing the department to surplus certain lands determined to be suitable for bona fide agricultural production; requiring the department to consult with the Department of Environmental Protection before making such determination; requiring the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to retain a rural- lands-protection easement for all surplused lands and deposit all proceeds into a specified trust fund; requiring the department to provide a report of lands surplused to the board of trustees; providing that certain lands are ineligible to be surplused; providing for retroactive applicability; amending s. 330.41, F.S.; providing definitions; prohibiting a person from knowingly or willfully performing certain actions on lands classified as agricultural or on private property, state wildlife management lands, or a sport shooting and training range; providing criminal penalties; providing applicability; creating s. 366.20, F.S.; requiring that certain lands acquired or owned by an electric utility be offered for fee hb651-03-c3 CS/ simple acquisition by the department before the land may be offered for sale or transferred to a private individual or entity; providing retroactive applicability; amending s. 366.94, F.S.; defining the term "electric vehicle charging station"; authorizing the department to adopt rules; requiring local governmental entities to issue permits for electric vehicle charging stations based on specified standards and provisions of law; requiring that an electric vehicle charger be registered with the department before being placed into service for use by the public; providing the department with certain authority relating to electric vehicle charging stations; providing a penalty; authorizing the department to issue an immediate final order to an electric vehicle charging station under certain circumstances; providing that the department may bring an action to enjoin a violation of specified provisions or rules; requiring the court to issue a temporary or permanent injunction under certain circumstances; amending s. 388.011, F.S.; revising the definition of the terms "board of commissioners" and "district"; defining the term "program"; amending s. 388.021, F.S.; making a technical change; amending s. 388.181, F.S.; authorizing programs to perform hb651-03-c3 CS/ specified actions; amending s. 388.201, F.S.; requiring that the tentative work plan budget covering the proposed operations and requirements for arthropod control measures show the estimated amount to be raised by county, municipality, or district taxes; requiring that county commissioners' or a similar governing body's mosquito control budget be made and adopted pursuant to specified provisions and requiring that summary figures be incorporated into the county budgets as prescribed by the department; amending s. 388.241, F.S.; providing that certain rights, powers, and duties be vested in the board of county commissioners or similar governing body of a county or municipality; amending s. 388.261, F.S.; increasing the amount of state funds, supplies, services, or equipment for a certain number of years for any new program for the control of mosquitos and other arthropods which serves an area not previously served by a county, municipality, or district; amending s. 388.271, F.S.; requiring each program participating in arthropod control activities to file a tentative integrated arthropod management plan with the department by a specified date; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.281, F.S.; requiring that all funds, supplies, and services hb651-03-c3 CS/ released to programs be used in accordance with the integrated arthropod management plan and certified budget; requiring that such integrated arthropod management plan and certified budget be approved by both the department and the board of county commissioners and an appropriate representative; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.291, F.S.; providing that a program may perform certain source reduction measures in any area providing that the department has approved the operating or construction plan as outlined in the integrated arthropod management plan; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.301, F.S.; revising the schedule by which state funds for the control of mosquitos and other arthropods may be paid; amending ss. 388.311 and 388.321, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.322, F.S.; requiring the department to maintain a record and inventory of certain property purchased with state funds for arthropod control use; amending s. 388.323, F.S.; providing that certain equipment no longer needed by a program be first offered for sale to other programs engaged in arthropod control at a specified price; requiring that all proceeds from the sale of certain hb651-03-c3 CS/ property owned by a program and purchased using state funds be deposited in the program's state fund account; amending s. 388.341, F.S.; requiring a program receiving state aid to submit a monthly report of all expenditures from all funds for arthropod control by a specified timeframe as may be required by the department; amending ss. 388.351 and 388.361, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.3711, F.S.; revising the department's enforcement powers; amending ss. 388.381, 388.391, and 388.401, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.46, F.S.; revising the composition of the Florida Coordinating Council on Mosquito Control; amending s. 403.067, F.S.; providing an exception for inspection requirements for certain agricultural producers; authorizing the department to adopt rules establishing an enrollment in best management practices by rule process; authorizing the department to identify best management practices for specified landowners; requiring the department to perform onsite inspections annually of a certain percentage of all enrollments that meet specified qualifications within a specified area; providing requirements for such inspections; requiring agricultural producersby rule in a hb651-03-c3 CS/ best management practice to submit nutrient records annually to the department; requiring the department to collect and retain such records; amending s. 403.852, F.S.; defining the term "water quality additive"; amending s. 403.859, F.S.; providing that the use of certain additives in a water system which do not meet the definition of water quality additive or certain other additives is prohibited and violates specified provisions; amending s. 482.111, F.S.; revising requirements for the renewal of a pest control operator's certificate; authorizing a third- party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 482.141, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in-person and remote testing for the examination through a third-party vendor for an individual seeking pest control operator certification; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 482.155, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in- person and remote testing for the examination through a third-party vendor for an individual seeking limited certification for a governmental pesticide applicator or a private applicator; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; deleting provisions requiring the department to make hb651-03-c3 CS/ such examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.156, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in- person and remote testing for the examination through a third-party vendor for an individual seeking a limited certification for commercial landscape maintenance; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; removing provisions requiring the department to make such examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.157, F.S.; revising requirements for issuance of a limited certification for commercial wildlife management personnel; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; deleting provisions requiring the department to make an examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.161, F.S.; authorizing the department to take specified disciplinary action upon the issuance of a final order imposing civil penalties or a criminal conviction pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act; amending s. 487.044, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in-person and remote testing through a third-party vendor for hb651-03-c3 CS/ the examination of an individual seeking a limited certification for pesticide application; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 487.175, F.S.; providing that the department may suspend, revoke, or deny licensure of a pesticide applicator upon issuance of a final order to a licensee which imposes civil penalties or a criminal conviction under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act; amending s. 496.404, F.S.; defining the terms "controlling interest," "foreign country of concern," and "foreign source of concern"; amending s. 496.405, F.S.; revising which documents a charitable organization or sponsor must file before engaging in specified activities; requiring that any changes to such documents be reported to the department on a specified form in a specified timeframe; revising the requirements of the charitable organization's initial registration statement; authorizing the department to investigate or refer to the Florida Elections Commission certain violations of the charitable organization or sponsor; amending s. 496.415, F.S.; prohibiting specified persons from soliciting or accepting anything of value from a foreign source of concern; amending s. 496.417, F.S.; authorizing the department to investigate or refer to hb651-03-c3 CS/ the Florida Elections Commission certain violations of a charitable organization or sponsor; amending s. 496.419, F.S.; providing penalties for a charitable organization or sponsor whose registration is denied or revoked for submitting a false attestation; creating s. 496.431, F.S.; requiring the department to create the Honest Service Registry to provide residents with information relating to charitable organizations; requiring a charitable organization included in the Honest Services Registry to submit an attestation statement to the department; requiring the department to publish the Honest Services Registry on the department's website; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 500.03, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "cottage food product"; amending s. 500.12, F.S.; providing that the department requires a food permit from any person or business that operates a food establishment; revising exceptions; revising the schedule for renewing certain food permits; authorizing the department to establish a single permit renewal date for certain food establishments; amending s. 500.166, F.S.; requiring certain persons engaged in interstate commerce to retain all records that show certain information for a specified timeframe; amending s. 500.172, F.S.; hb651-03-c3 CS/ authorizing the department to facilitate the destruction of certain articles that violate specified provisions; prohibiting certain persons from certain actions without permission from, or in accord with a written agreement with, the department; creating s. 500.75, F.S.; providing that it is unlawful to transport or offer to transport, import into this state, sell or offer for sale, furnish, or give away certain spores or mycelium; providing penalties; creating s. 500.93, F.S.; providing definitions; requiring the department to adopt rules to enforce the Food and Drug Administration's standard of identity for milk, meat, poultry, and eggs to prohibit the sale of plant-based products mislabeled as milk, meat, poultry, or eggs; providing contingent effective dates; requiring the department to adopt rules; providing construction; repealing s. 501.135, F.S., relating to consumer unit pricing; amending s. 501.912, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "antifreeze"; creating s. 525.19, F.S.; requiring the department to create an annual petroleum registration program for petroleum owners or operators; requiring the department to adopt rules for such registration which include specified information; requiring that the registration program be free for all registrants; hb651-03-c3 CS/ authorizing the department to require registrants to provide certain information during a state of emergency; creating s. 526.147, F.S.; creating the Florida Retail Fuel Transfer Switch Modernization Grant Program within the department; requiring the grant program to provide funds up to a certain amount to be used for installation and equipment costs relating to installing or modernizing transfer switch infrastructure at retail fuel facilities; requiring the department to award funds based on specified criteria; requiring retail fuel facilities awarded grant funds to comply with specified provisions; requiring such facilities to install a transfer switch with specified capabilities; requiring retail fuel facilities to provide specified documentation before being awarded funding; prohibiting certain facilities from being awarded funding; requiring the department, in consultation with the Division of Emergency Management, to adopt rules; requiring that such rules include specified information; amending s. 531.48, F.S.; requiring that certain packages bear specified information on the outside of the package; amending s. 531.49, F.S.; revising requirements for the advertising of a packaged commodity; amending s. 564.06, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made hb651-03-c3 CS/ by the act; amending s. 570.07, F.S.; requiring the department to foster and encourage the employment and retention of qualified veterinary pathologists; providing that the department may reimburse the educational expenses of certain veterinary pathologists who enter into a certain agreement with the department; requiring the department to adopt certain rules; requiring the department to extend certain opportunities to public school studentsin agricultural education to support Future Farmers of America programming; requiring the department to use contracts procured by agencies; defining the term "agency"; amending s. 570.544, F.S.; revising which provisions the director of the Division of Consumer Services must enforce; creating s. 570.546, F.S.; authorizing the department to create a process for the bulk renewal of licenses; authorizing the department to create a process that will allow licensees to align the expiration dates of licenses within a specified program; authorizing the department to change the expiration date for current licenses for a certain purpose; requiring the department to prorate the licensing fee for certain licenses; requiring the department to adopt rules; creating s. 570.694, F.S.; creating the Florida Aquaculture Foundation as a hb651-03-c3 CS/ direct support organization within the department; providing the purpose of the foundation; providing governance for the foundation; authorizing the department to appoint an advisory committee adjunct to the foundation; amending s. 570.822, F.S.; revising the definition of the terms "declared natural disaster" and "program"; providing that loan funds from the department may be used to restock aquaculture; authorizing the department to renew a loan application under certain circumstances; authorizing the department to defer or waive loan payments under certain circumstances; creating s. 570.823, F.S.; providing definitions; establishing the silviculture emergency recovery program within the department to administer a grant program to assist certain timber landowners; requiring that such grants be used for certain purposes; requiring that only timber lands located on agricultural property are eligible for the program; requiring the department to coordinate with state agencies to provide financial assistance to timber landowners after a specified declared emergency; providing construction; authorizing the department to adopt rules; providing construction; amending s. 581.1843, F.S.; removing provisions that exclude certain citrus nurseries from hb651-03-c3 CS/ certain requirements and that regulate areas around the perimeter of commercial citrus nurseries; repealing ss. 593.101, 593.102, 593.103, 593.104, 593.105, 593.106, 593.107, 593.108, 593.109, 593.11, 593.111, 593.112, 593.113, 593.114, 593.1141, 593.1142, 593.115, 593.116, and 593.117, F.S., relating to the Florida Boll Weevil Eradication Law; definitions; powers and duties of Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; the entry of premises to carry out boll weevil eradication activities and inspections; reports by persons growing cotton; quarantine areas and the regulation of articles within a boll weevil eradication zone; the regulation of collection, transportation, distribution, and movement of cotton; cooperative programs for persons engaged in growing, processing, marketing, or handling cotton; the department's authority to designate eradication zones, prohibit planting of cotton, and require participation in eradication program; regulation of the pasturage of livestock, entry by persons, and location of honeybee colonies in eradication zones and other areas; eligibility for certification of cotton growers' organization; the certification of cotton growers' organization; a referendum; an assessment; the hb651-03-c3 CS/ department's authority to enter agreements with the Farm Service Agency; liens; mandamus or injunction; penalty for violation; and the handling of moneys received, respectively; amending s. 595.404, F.S.; revising the department's powers and duties regarding school nutrition programs; amending s. 599.002, F.S.; renaming the Viticulture Advisory Council as the Florida Wine Advisory Council; revising the membership of the Florida Wine Advisory Council; amending s. 599.003, F.S.; renaming the State Viticulture Plan as the State Wine Plan; amending s. 599.004, F.S.; providing that wineries that fail to recertify annually or pay a specified licensing fee are subject to certain actions and costs; amending s. 599.012, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 616.12, F.S.; removing provisions requiring a person who operates a minstrel show in connection with any certain public fairs to pay specified license taxes; removing a provision that exempts such person from paying specified taxes; creating s. 687.16, F.S.; providing a short title; providing definitions; prohibiting a financial institution from discriminating in the provision of financial services to an agricultural producer based on an ESG factor; providing an inference with regard hb651-03-c3 CS/ to a certain violation; providing that the financial institution may overcome the inference by making certain demonstrations regarding its denial or restriction of financial services to an agricultural producer; authorizing the Attorney General to enforce specified provisions; providing that a violation of specified provisions constitutes an unfair and deceptive trade practice; authorizing the Attorney General to investigate and seek remedies for such unfair trade practices; authorizing an aggrieved party to seek an action for damages; amending s. 741.0305, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 790.06, F.S.; revising the circumstances under which the department may temporarily suspend a person's license to carry a concealed weapon or concealed firearm or the processing of an application for such license; requiring the department to notify certain licensees or applicants of his or her right to a hearing; requiring that the hearing regarding such suspension of license be for a limited purpose; requiring the department to issue an order lifting the suspension of an applicant's license upon a certain disposition of the criminal case; requiring that the suspension remain in effect upon a certain disposition of the criminal case; providing construction; hb651-03-c3 CS/ providing legislative findings; revising the duties of the department after the date of receipt of a completed application for a license to carry a concealed weapon or concealed firearm; requiring that a license issued under this section be temporarily suspended or revoked if the license was issued in error or if the licensee commits certain actions; amending s. 812.0151, F.S.; revising the elements of third degree and second degree felony retail fuel theft; creating s. 812.136, F.S.; providing definitions; providing elements for the crime of mail theft; providing elements of theft of or unauthorized reproduction of a mail depository key or lock; providing criminal penalties; amending s. 934.50, F.S.; removing certain exceptions from the prohibited uses of drones; creating s. 1013.373, F.S.; prohibiting a local government from adopting any measure to limit the activities of public educational facilities or auxiliary facilities constructed by certain organizations; requiring that lands used for agricultural education or for the Future Farmers of America or 4-H activities be considered agricultural lands; reenacting s. 295.07(5)(a), F.S., relating to preference in appointment and retention, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 110.205, F.S., in hb651-03-c3 CS/ a reference thereto; reenacting ss. 189.062(1)(a) and 388.261(7), F.S., relating to special procedures for inactive districts and state aid to counties and districts for arthropod control, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 388.271, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting ss. 482.072(3)(b) and 482.163, F.S., relating to pest control customer contact centers and responsibility for pest control activities of employee, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 482.161, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 487.156, F.S., relating to governmental agencies, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 487.044, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting ss. 496.4055(2) and 496.406(2) and (4), F.S., relating to charitable organization or sponsor board duties and exemption from registration, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 496.405, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 500.80(1)(a), F.S., relating to cottage food operations, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 500.12, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 500.121(6), F.S., relating to disciplinary procedures, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 500.172, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 790.061, F.S., relating to judges and justices, to incorporate the hb651-03-c3 CS/ amendment made to s. 790.06, F.S., in a reference thereto; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Commerce Committee, Criminal Justice Subcommittee, Housing, Agriculture & Tourism Subcommittee, Kaylee Tuck (R)*, Danny Alvarez (R)*, Webster Barnaby (R), Dean Black (R), Robbie Brackett (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table,refer to CS/CS/CS/SB 700
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FL bill #H0789 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Pub. Rec./Public Officers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's public records law to create new exemptions from public disclosure for certain personal information of current congressional members and public officers. Specifically, the bill exempts partial home addresses and telephone numbers of current congressional members, public officers, their spouses, and adult children from public records requirements. Additionally, it protects the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, and dates of birth of minor children of these officials, as well as the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by those minor children. The bill defines key terms like "congressional member" (federal representatives and senators) and "public officer" (including state and local elected officials). The exemptions are designed to protect these public servants and their families from potential threats or harassment, with the Legislature arguing that the potential harm of disclosure outweighs any public benefit. The exemptions are subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless specifically renewed. To maintain the exemption, individuals must submit a written and notarized request to the agency holding their information, providing specific details about their current official status. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining terms; providing exemptions from public records requirements for the partial home addresses and telephone numbers of current congressional members and public officers and their spouses and adult children and the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, and dates of birth of, and the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by, the minor children of such congressional members and public officers; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing methods for maintenance of an exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : State Affairs Committee, Susan L. Valdés (R)*, Wyman Duggan (R)*, Yvette Benarroch (R), Erika Booth (R), Kim Daniels (D), Yvonne Hinson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/SB 268
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FL bill #S0268 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Public Records/Congressional Members and Public Officers
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create new exemptions for certain personal information of congressional members and public officers. Specifically, the bill protects partial home addresses and telephone numbers of current congressional members and public officers, along with their spouses and adult children. For minor children of these officials, the bill exempts their names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and the names and locations of schools and day care facilities they attend. The exemption aims to protect these public servants and their families from potential threats, harassment, or intimidation resulting from their public roles. The bill defines "congressional member" as elected U.S. House or Senate representatives and "public officer" as including various state and local elected officials such as the Governor, state legislators, mayors, and county commissioners. To maintain the exemption, individuals must submit a written and notarized request to the agency holding their information, providing details about their current office and, in the case of minor children, when they will reach majority. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless specifically renewed by the Legislature. The bill reflects a legislative finding that the potential harm from releasing such personal information outweighs any public benefit, and is designed to protect public officials and their families from potential risks associated with their public service.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining terms; providing exemptions from public records requirements for the partial home addresses and telephone numbers of current congressional members and public officers and their spouses and adult children and the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, and dates of birth of, and the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by, the minor children of such congressional members and public officers; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing methods for maintenance of an exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Community Affairs, Governmental Oversight and Accountability, Shev Jones (D)*, Jason Brodeur (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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FL bill #H0261 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Middle School and High School Start Times
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida statutes to establish new start time requirements for middle and high schools, mandating that by July 1, 2026, middle schools cannot begin their instructional day before 8:00 a.m. and high schools cannot begin before 8:30 a.m. The bill requires district school boards and charter schools to inform their communities about the health, safety, and academic impacts of sleep deprivation on students and the benefits of later school start times. To be considered compliant with these requirements, school districts must submit a detailed report to the Department of Education by June 1, 2026, which includes the start times of all school levels, documentation of strategies considered for implementing later start times, the number of board meetings and public hearings held, parent input received, the financial impact of the changes, and any potential unintended consequences. The bill also amends the charter school statute to ensure that charter schools must comply with these start time requirements unless they submit the specified report to the department. The new provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools time to plan and prepare for the upcoming changes.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to middle school and high school start times; amending ss. 1001.42 and 1002.33, F.S.; providing that district school boards and charter schools are in compliance with certain provisions relating to middle school and high school start times upon submission of a specified report to the Department of Education by a specified date; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Education Administration Subcommittee, Anne Gerwig (R)*, Erika Booth (R), Tae Edmonds (D), Jim Mooney (R), Debra Tendrich (D), Meg Weinberger (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 03/19/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/SB 296
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WV bill #HB3166 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Requirements for School Safety Mapping Data
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires county boards of education in West Virginia to create comprehensive, standardized school safety mapping data with specific technical and content requirements. The mapping data must be compatible with public safety software platforms, printable, viewable in open-source formats, and oriented with a true north grid. Each map must include accurate floor plans, aerial imagery of the school campus, detailed site-specific labeling (such as room names, hallway designations, door locations, and critical utility controls), and be verified through an on-site walk-through. The mapping data will be provided at no cost to state emergency management agencies, local first responders (including police, fire, and EMS), and must be created and stored exclusively within the United States. School systems must consult and receive approval from their primary local law enforcement agency before procuring the mapping data, and each county board may receive up to $4,500 per school for this purpose. The bill sets an effective date of September 1, 2026, and exempts the mapping data from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act, ensuring the security and controlled distribution of these detailed school safety resources.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, by adding thereto a new section designated §18-9F-10a, relating to requiring county boards to create standardized school safety mapping data; setting forth requirements for mapping data; setting forth the dissemination; requiring consultation and agreement of local enforcement; sets forth and cost parameters of data; sets an effective date; and exempting data from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Mike Hornby (R)*, Doug Smith (R), Jonathan Kyle (R), Jarred Cannon (R), Jimmy Willis (R), Geno Chiarelli (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 64
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor 4/29/2025
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FL bill #H1535 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Emergencies
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses a wide range of emergency management and disaster recovery provisions in Florida, focusing on improving response, preparedness, and rebuilding efforts after natural emergencies like hurricanes. The bill creates new requirements and processes for supervisors of elections during emergencies, mandates the development of election emergency contingency plans, and establishes training programs for election officials. It also introduces provisions for local governments regarding post-hurricane permitting, debris management, and restrictions on adopting new regulations after a disaster. The bill requires counties and municipalities to create websites with emergency preparedness information, develop poststorm permitting plans, and provide guidance for residents recovering from natural disasters. Additionally, it establishes new requirements for securing construction equipment during hurricanes, creates a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, and provides protections for property owners seeking to rebuild after a disaster. The legislation aims to streamline emergency response, protect residents' ability to recover and rebuild, and improve overall state and local emergency management capabilities.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to emergencies; amending s. 83.63, F.S.; requiring certain tenants to be given specified opportunities or notice; amending s. 101.733, F.S.; removing provisions relating to an elections emergency contingency plan; creating s. 101.7325, F.S.; authorizing certain supervisors of elections to request authority to take specified actions under certain circumstances; requiring certain requests to be submitted in a specified manner; requiring the Secretary of State to approve or deny such requests within a specified timeframe; providing criteria to be considered when determining if a request should be approved or denied; requiring certain requests to be deemed approved; requiring such approvals and denials to be posted in a specified manner; requiring such supervisors to use specified methods to inform affected voters of election changes; creating s. 101.735, F.S.; requiring the Division of Elections to develop a statewide election emergency contingency plan for a specified purpose; requiring such plan to include certain procedures; requiring supervisors of elections to develop a local election emergency contingency plan in consultation with certain officials; requiring the plan to be submitted to the CS/ division for approval by a certain date; requiring the division to make a certain determination by a specified date; requiring the division to adopt rules; creating s. 101.736, F.S.; defining the term "tabletop exercise"; requiring the Secretary of State, in coordination with supervisors of elections, to develop an election emergency training program; requiring the Secretary of State to convene a workgroup for a certain purpose by a specified date of every odd- numbered year; providing requirements for the workgroup; requiring the results of the workgroup to be used in a specified manner; creating s. 163.31795, F.S.; defining the terms "cumulative substantial improvement period" and "local government"; requiring local governments that are participating in a specified insurance program to adopt certain cumulative substantial improvement periods; amending s. 163.31801, F.S.; prohibiting certain entities from assessing impact fees for specified replacement structures; providing an exception; providing construction; amending s. 193.155, F.S.; providing that repair and maintenance of specified property is not a change, an addition, or an improvement under certain circumstances; revising the square footage limitations for certain changes, additions, and CS/ improvements to damaged property; providing construction; amending s. 215.559, F.S.; removing a reference to a certain report; revising public hurricane shelter funding prioritization requirements for the Division of Emergency Management; amending s. 250.375, F.S.; authorizing certain servicemembers to provide medical care in specified circumstances; amending s. 252.35, F.S.; revising requirements for the state comprehensive emergency management plan; requiring such plan to include an update on the status of certain emergency management capabilities; requiring the division to collaborate with the Department of Health; revising responsibilities of the division; requiring the division to develop a certain template; revising the purpose of certain training programs; requiring the division to set the minimum number of training hours that specified individuals must complete biennially; authorizing such training to be provided by certain entities; removing a specified reporting requirement; amending s. 252.355, F.S.; authorizing the Department of Veterans' Affairs to provide certain information to specified clients or their caregivers; requiring the Florida Housing Finance Corporation to enter into memoranda of understanding with specified agencies for a certain CS/ purpose; providing that specified persons may use special needs shelters in certain circumstances; amending s. 252.359, F.S.; revising the manner in which the division facilitates transportation and distribution of essentials before and after an emergency; requiring local law enforcement to cooperate with the division to ensure the availability of essentials; providing that certain entities have specified responsibilities determining roadways; amending s. 252.3611, F.S.; directing specified entities to submit specified contracts and reports to the Legislature under specified conditions; requiring such contracts to be posted on a specified secure contract system; requiring the division to report annually to the Legislature specified information on expenditures relating to emergencies; providing requirements for such report; amending s. 252.363, F.S.; providing for the tolling and extension of certain determinations; providing for retroactive application; amending s. 252.365, F.S.; requiring agency heads to notify the Governor and the division of the person designated as the emergency coordination officer annually by a specified date; amending s. 252.37, F.S.; requiring the division to notify the Legislature of its intent to accept or apply for CS/ federal funds under certain circumstances; requiring the division to take steps to maximize the availability and expedite the distribution of financial assistance from the Federal Government to state and local agencies; requiring that such steps include the standardization and streamlining of the application process for federal financial assistance and the provision of assistance to applicants for a specified purpose; requiring the division to use certain federal funds to implement such requirements; creating s. 252.3713, F.S.; requiring the division to administer the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program; authorizing the division to retain a specified percentage of the funds for use within this state; requiring the remaining percentage to be distributed for use by certain recipients; authorizing subrecipients to make a certain election for a specified use; requiring the consideration of certain projects; authorizing the division to coordinate with specified entities under certain circumstances; requiring the division to ensure that certain requirements are met and certain projects are funded; authorizing fiscally constrained counties to request that the division administer the grant for such a county; authorizing such counties to request certain CS/ assistance from the division; requiring the division to adopt rules; amending s. 252.373, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 252.38, F.S.; requiring political subdivisions to annually provide specified notification to the division before a specified date; creating s. 252.381, F.S.; requiring counties and municipalities to post certain information on their websites; requiring counties and municipalities to develop a poststorm permitting plan; providing requirements for such plan; requiring counties and municipalities to publish on their websites a specified storm recovery guide and updates to such guide; prohibiting certain counties and municipalities from increasing building permit or inspection fees within a specified timeframe; requiring certain counties and municipalities to use their best efforts to open a permitting office for a minimum number of hours per week; requiring entities to allow individuals to receive certain letters electronically on or before a specified date; amending s. 252.385, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for the division; revising requirements for a specified list; requiring the Department of Health and the Agency for Persons with Disabilities to assist the division with certain determinations; creating s. 252.421, F.S.; CS/ requiring the division to coordinate with certain counties for a specified purpose; creating s. 252.422, F.S.; defining the term "impacted local government"; prohibiting impacted local governments from proposing or adopting certain moratoriums, amendments, or procedures for a specified timeframe; authorizing the enforcement of certain amendments, plans, permits, and orders under certain circumstances; authorizing any person to file suit to enforce specified provisions; authorizing counties and municipalities to request a specified determination by a court; prohibiting counties and municipalities from taking certain actions until the court has issued a preliminary or final judgment; requiring plaintiffs to provide certain notification before filing suit; requiring impacted local governments to take certain actions upon receipt of such notification or a suit may be filed; providing for reasonable attorney fees and costs; authorizing the use of a certain summary procedure; requiring the court to advance the cause on the calendar; creating s. 252.505, F.S.; requiring certain contracts to include a specified provision; defining the term "emergency recovery period"; amending s. 373.423, F.S.; requiring the Department of Environmental Protection to submit a Flood Inventory CS/ and Restoration Report to the division by a specified date; requiring the department to work with specified entities to compile information for the report; providing specifications for the report; requiring the owner of certain infrastructure to submit certain information to the department; requiring the department to review and update the report biannually; requiring the department to submit an updated report to the division by a specified date; amending s. 400.063, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 403.7071, F.S.; providing that local governments are authorized and encouraged to add certain addendums to certain contracts and agreements; requiring counties and municipalities to apply to the department for authorization to designate at least one debris management site; authorizing municipalities to apply jointly with a county or adjacent municipality for authorization of a debris management site if such entities approve a memorandum of understanding; providing requirements for such memorandum; creating s. 489.1132, F.S.; providing definitions; requiring a hurricane preparedness plan to be available for inspection at certain worksites; requiring certain equipment to be secured in a specified manner no later than 24 hours before the impacts of a hurricane are CS/ anticipated to begin; providing penalties; requiring the Florida Building Commission to establish specified best practices and report findings to the Legislature by a specified date; amending s. 553.902, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "renovated building"; requiring the division to consult with specified entities to develop certain recommendations and provide a report to the Legislature by a specified date; prohibiting certain counties from proposing or adopting certain moratoriums, amendments, or procedures for a specified timeframe; declaring that such moratoriums, amendments, or procedures are null and void; providing for retroactive application; authorizing the enforcement of certain amendments, plans, permits, and orders under certain circumstances; authorizing certain residents and business owners to bring a civil action for declaratory and injunctive relief against a county or municipality that violates specified provisions; providing for reasonable attorney fees and costs under specified circumstances; providing for future expiration; providing a directive to the Division of Law Revision; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee, State Affairs Committee, Transportation & Economic Development Budget Subcommittee, Fiona McFarland (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 04/18/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/SB 180
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FL bill #S0538 • Last Action 04/29/2025
State Courts System
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several technical and procedural changes to Florida's state court system. It requires at least one circuit judge in each circuit to be available for hearings with limited notice, and revises the Florida Clerks of Court Operations Corporation's duty to provide an annual budget request. The bill removes the per diem cap for arbitrators in court-ordered, nonbinding arbitration, and authorizes judges to authenticate jurats or certificates of proof by affixing their signature and printing their name, title, and court. Additionally, the bill changes the process for clerks of court to submit reimbursement requests for filing certain protective petitions, shifting from the Office of the State Courts Administrator to the Justice Administrative Commission. The bill also reenacts several statutes to incorporate these changes, including provisions related to electronic access to official records, document verification, and eligibility verifications. These modifications aim to streamline court administrative processes and provide more flexibility in judicial and clerical operations. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the state courts system; amending s. 26.20, F.S.; revising the availability of judges to require at least one circuit judge in each circuit to be available for hearings with limited notice; amending s. 28.35, F.S.; revising the duty of the Florida Clerks of Court Operations Corporation to provide an annual budget request to be pursuant to specified provisions; amending s. 44.103, F.S.; deleting the per diem cap for arbitrators who participate in court-ordered, nonbinding arbitration; amending s. 92.50, F.S.; authorizing judges to authenticate a jurat, or certificate of proof or acknowledgment, by affixing their signature and printing their name, title, and court; amending ss. 741.30, 784.046, 784.0485, and 825.1035, F.S.; authorizing clerks of the court to submit to the Justice Administrative Commission, rather than the Office of the State Courts Administrator, certified requests for reimbursements for the filing of certain petitions; requiring that requests be submitted in the form and manner prescribed by the Justice Administrative Commission; reenacting ss. 28.2221(6)(b), 92.525(1), 110.12301(2)(a) and (d), and 112.181(2), F.S., relating to electronic access to official records restricted from public display, inspection, or copying; verification of documents; spouse and dependent eligibility verification by affidavit; and affidavits from firefighters, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, law enforcement officers, and correctional officers to be entitled to a certain presumption, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 92.50, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice, Jennifer Bradley (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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FL bill #H7001 • Last Action 04/29/2025
OGSR/Site-specific Location Information for Endangered and Threatened Species
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes the scheduled repeal of a public records exemption related to site-specific location information for endangered and threatened species. Currently, location information about endangered or threatened species held by government agencies is exempt from public records disclosure requirements, with an exception for animals in captivity. The bill eliminates the previous provision that would have automatically terminated this exemption on October 2, 2025, through the Open Government Sunset Review Act. By removing the sunset clause, the public records exemption for sensitive species location data will remain in perpetuity, helping to protect these species from potential harm that could result from publicly revealing their precise locations. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, ensuring continued protection of location information for vulnerable wildlife species. This type of exemption is typically designed to prevent unauthorized collection of data that could potentially endanger rare or threatened species by exposing their habitats to collectors, researchers, or others who might disrupt or harm these populations.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 379.1026, F.S., which provides an exemption from public records requirements for site-specific location information of certain endangered and threatened species; removing the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Government Operations Subcommittee, Fabián Basabe (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to SB 7000
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FL bill #S0296 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Middle School and High School Start Times
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's education statutes regarding middle and high school start times, requiring that by July 1, 2026, middle schools cannot begin their instructional day before 8:00 a.m. and high schools cannot begin before 8:30 a.m. To be considered compliant with these new requirements, school districts and charter schools must submit a detailed report to the Department of Education by June 1, 2026, which includes the start times of all school levels, documentation of strategies considered for implementing later start times, an analysis of the financial impact, and a description of potential unintended consequences. The bill also mandates that districts inform their communities about the health, safety, and academic impacts of sleep deprivation on middle and high school students and the benefits of later school start times. Charter schools are specifically required to comply with these start time provisions or submit the same type of comprehensive report as school districts. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools time to prepare for the new start time requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to middle school and high school start times; amending ss. 1001.42 and 1002.33, F.S.; providing that district school boards and charter schools, respectively, are in compliance with certain provisions relating to middle school and high school start times upon submission of a specified report to the Department of Education; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Education Pre-K - 12, Fiscal Policy, Jennifer Bradley (R)*, Clay Yarborough (R), Tracie Davis (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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FL bill #H7009 • Last Action 04/29/2025
OGSR/Public Safety Communication Systems
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands existing public records and public meetings exemptions to include Next Generation 911 (NG911) communication systems alongside traditional 911 and E911 systems. Specifically, the bill protects certain sensitive documents like building plans, blueprints, schematic drawings, and geographical maps related to public safety communication infrastructure from public disclosure. The exemption covers details about communication towers, antennas, equipment, and facilities used by emergency services. The bill extends the current exemption's sunset date from October 2, 2025 to October 2, 2030, ensuring these protections remain in place. The legislation's primary purpose is to prevent potential security risks by keeping critical emergency communication infrastructure details confidential, recognizing that such information could be exploited by criminals or terrorists who might use architectural plans to identify vulnerabilities. The bill includes a detailed public necessity statement explaining that protecting these communication systems is crucial for public safety, as any disruption during emergencies like active shooter events could result in greater loss of life. Importantly, the exemption still allows government agencies to review these plans for regulatory compliance while preventing broader public access.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; expanding an exemption from public records requirements for certain components of 911, E911, and public safety radio communication systems to include NG911 systems; extending the date for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; amending s. 286.0113, F.S.; expanding an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain portions of meetings that would reveal certain components of 911, E911, and public safety radio communication systems to include NG911 systems; extending the date for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 03/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Economic Infrastructure Subcommittee, Government Operations Subcommittee, William Conerly (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to SB 7006
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MI bill #HB4122 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Food: cottage food operation; certain requirements for cottage food operations and cottage food products; modify. Amends sec. 1105, 1111 & 4102 of 2000 PA 92 (MCL 289.1105 et seq.).
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies existing Michigan food law to update regulations for cottage food operations, which are small food businesses operating out of home kitchens. The bill expands sales channels for cottage food products, allowing them to be sold online, by mail order, and through third-party delivery platforms, provided the producer gives consumers an opportunity to directly interact with them before purchase. The annual sales limit for cottage food operations is increased from $25,000 to $50,000, with a higher limit of $75,000 for products priced at $250 or more per unit. The bill also introduces an optional registration program through Michigan State University's Product Center, which would provide cottage food operations with a unique registration number for labeling purposes. Producers must continue to follow labeling requirements, including listing ingredients, allergens, and a statement that the product was made in an uninspected home kitchen. The bill maintains existing food safety standards, ensuring that cottage food products are not potentially hazardous and are produced in a sanitary manner. The sales limits will be subject to potential annual adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index starting in October 2026.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled"Food law,"by amending sections 1105, 1111, and 4102 (MCL 289.1105, 289.1111, and 289.4102), section 1105 as amended by 2014 PA 516, section 1111 as amended by 2018 PA 92, and section 4102 as amended by 2012 PA 178.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 32 : Greg Alexander (R)*, Reggie Miller (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Brian BeGole (R), Denise Mentzer (D), Angela Rigas (R), Jaime Greene (R), Tom Kunse (R), Jerry Neyer (R), Luke Meerman (R), Jim DeSana (R), Matthew Bierlein (R), Alabas Farhat (D), Jason Morgan (D), Gina Johnsen (R), Carrie Rheingans (D), Tim Kelly (R), Doug Wozniak (R), Karl Bohnak (R), Veronica Paiz (D), Joseph Pavlov (R), Greg Markkanen (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Will Snyder (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), David Prestin (R), Will Bruck (R), Pat Outman (R), Jennifer Wortz (R), Nancy Jenkins-Arno (R), Erin Byrnes (D), Curt VanderWall (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Regulatory Affairs
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FL bill #H7013 • Last Action 04/29/2025
OGSR/Cybersecurity
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two existing Florida statutes related to cybersecurity information and public records exemptions by extending the scheduled repeal dates for certain confidentiality provisions. Specifically, the bill changes the expiration date for public records exemptions in section 119.0725 from October 2, 2027, to October 2, 2026, and in section 282.318 from October 2, 2025, to October 2, 2026. These exemptions protect sensitive cybersecurity-related information, such as insurance details, critical infrastructure data, and cybersecurity incident reports held by state agencies. The Open Government Sunset Review Act requires periodic legislative review of public records exemptions to ensure they remain necessary and justified. By extending these repeal dates, the bill allows these cybersecurity information protections to remain in effect for an additional year, giving the legislature more time to review and potentially reenact these provisions. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 119.0725, F.S., which provides an exemption from public record and meeting requirements for certain cybersecurity insurance information, critical infrastructure information, cybersecurity incident information, and certain cybersecurity-related information held by an agency; revising the date of the scheduled repeal of the exemption; amending s. 282.318 F.S., which provides an exemption from public record and meeting requirements for certain portions of risk assessments, evaluations, external audits, and other reports of a state agency's cybersecurity program; extending the date of the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 03/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Government Operations Subcommittee, State Affairs Committee, Sam Greco (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/27/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to SB 7020
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FL bill #S1640 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Public Records/Lethality Assessment Forms
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new confidentiality provision for lethality assessment forms used in domestic violence cases in Florida, making these forms exempt from public records requirements. Specifically, the bill protects the victim's information and responses on lethality assessment forms, which are tools used to evaluate the potential danger faced by domestic violence victims. The forms may be disclosed only to domestic violence centers and state attorneys' offices, with strict confidentiality maintained. State attorneys are permitted to release the confidential information for official duties and in criminal prosecutions as required by law. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the confidentiality exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that protecting these sensitive forms will encourage victim participation and prevent potential additional harm, as releasing such information could increase a victim's risk of abuse. The bill is retroactive, covering forms completed on, before, or after January 1, 2025, and will take effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 741.29, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for a lethality assessment form that contains certain information and responses; authorizing the disclosure of a lethality assessment form to a domestic violence center and to the office of the state attorney; authorizing the state attorney to release the confidential information for certain purposes and to certain parties; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Governmental Oversight and Accountability, Rules, Erin Grall (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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FL bill #S0822 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Education
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to Florida's education laws, specifically focusing on lab schools and charter schools. For lab schools, the bill allows their governing bodies to use discretionary capital improvement funds for various purposes such as purchasing real property, constructing or renovating school facilities, buying vehicles, purchasing technology, and paying for insurance and library media center costs. Any such purchases must be at or below the appraised value, which is defined as the fair market value determined by an independent, state-licensed appraiser. For charter schools, the bill introduces several new provisions: it allows charter school governing boards to create their own student conduct codes (which must meet or exceed the sponsor's standards), permits high-performing charter schools to increase enrollment and expand grade levels under certain conditions, requires sponsors to provide student performance data, and prohibits certain individuals (like landlords or their spouses) from serving on charter school governing boards. The bill also modifies sponsor responsibilities, including restrictions on imposing administrative deadlines and requirements for reporting and evaluation. These changes aim to provide more flexibility and autonomy to lab schools and charter schools while maintaining accountability and performance standards.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to education; amending s. 1002.32, F.S.; providing that a lab school may use the lab school’s discretionary capital improvement funds for specified purposes; requiring that an expenditure be at or below appraised value; defining the term “appraised value”; requiring that certain documentation be provided to the Department of Education upon request; amending s. 1002.33, F.S.; providing requirements for specified deadlines for charter schools; authorizing a charter school governing board to adopt its own code of student conduct; providing requirements for the code of student conduct; providing that charter schools are not exempt from a specified statute; authorizing a charter school to increase its student enrollment beyond the capacity identified in the charter under certain conditions; requiring a charter school to notify its sponsor in writing by a specified date, and to include specified information, if it plans to increase enrollment; revising services a sponsor must provide to a charter school; requiring the department to provide student performance data to a charter school and its contractor; providing an exception; prohibiting specified individuals from being on a charter school governing board; providing an exception; amending s. 1002.331, F.S.; authorizing a high-performing charter school to assume the charter of an existing charter school within the same school district; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Education Pre-K - 12, Rules, Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/HB 443
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FL bill #S1652 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Public Records/Pleading, Request for Relief, or Other Document Stricken by a Court
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law (section 119.0714) to create a new exemption that allows courts to remove certain sensitive materials from public records in noncriminal cases. Specifically, the bill permits a court to make confidential any matter in a pleading, request for relief, or other document that has been stricken (officially removed) from a court file, but only if the court makes two specific findings: first, that the matter is immaterial, impertinent, or sham (meaning it is irrelevant, inappropriate, or false), and second, that the material would either defame or cause unwarranted damage to an individual's reputation or jeopardize their safety. The bill includes a legislative statement of necessity, explaining that such stricken materials can cause ongoing harm to individuals and serve no public purpose, and that the potential harm of releasing such information outweighs any potential public benefit. The provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025, and are designed to protect individuals from potentially damaging or false information remaining in publicly accessible court documents after a court has determined the information should not be part of the record.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0714, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for a matter in a pleading, a request for relief, or other document which has been stricken by the court in a noncriminal case if the court makes specific findings; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice, Judiciary, Erin Grall (R)*, Clay Yarborough (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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FL bill #H1479 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Pub. Rec./Lethality Assessment Forms
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new confidentiality exemption for lethality assessment forms related to domestic violence, which are standardized tools used to evaluate the risk of potential lethal violence in domestic situations. Specifically, the bill makes these forms confidential and exempt from public records requirements, meaning they cannot be publicly disclosed. The forms can only be shared with domestic violence centers and state attorneys' offices, and state attorneys are permitted to further disclose the information in the context of criminal prosecutions or official duties. The bill includes a provision for legislative review, with the confidentiality exemption set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The legislation is motivated by the need to protect domestic violence victims' sensitive information, with the Legislature arguing that confidentiality will encourage more victims to participate in lethality assessments without fear of public exposure. The bill requires the development of a standardized statewide lethality assessment instrument by January 1, 2025, and mandates that training on how to administer the assessment be made available online to law enforcement officers.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 741.29, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for a lethality assessment form that contains certain information and responses; authorizing the disclosure of a lethality assessment form to a domestic violence center and the office of the state attorney; authorizing the state attorney to disclose such confidential information for certain purposes and to certain parties; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Judiciary Committee, Jessica Baker (R)*, Michelle Salzman (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/SB 1640
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AK bill #SB2 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Ai, Deepfakes, Cybersecurity, Data Xfers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive regulations addressing artificial intelligence (AI), deepfakes, and data transfers in Alaska, focusing on three main areas. First, it mandates disclosure requirements for election-related deepfakes, requiring any communication containing an AI-generated or manipulated video, audio, or image of a candidate to include a clear statement that the content has been artificially created, with specific visibility and disclosure rules depending on the communication's format. Second, the bill establishes stringent guidelines for state agencies' use of AI, requiring biennial inventories and impact assessments of AI systems used for consequential decisions, with provisions that mandate individual consent, notification, appeal processes, and prohibitions on using AI for biometric identification, emotion recognition, and social scoring. Lastly, the bill restricts data transfers between state agencies, requiring notice to individuals before sharing their personal information, and creates a mechanism for individuals to seek civil damages if they suffer harm from improper AI usage. The legislation includes detailed definitions of terms like "generative AI," "consequential decisions," and "sensitive personal data," and provides exemptions for certain public safety investigations. The overall goal is to promote transparency, protect individual privacy, and ensure responsible AI implementation in government operations.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to disclosure of election-related deepfakes; relating to use of artificial intelligence by state agencies; and relating to transfer of data about individuals between state agencies.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 34th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Shelley Hughes (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/10/2025
• Last Action: Senate State Affairs Hearing (15:30:00 4/29/2025 Beltz 105 (tsbldg))
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MI bill #HB4078 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Health: medical examiners; requirements for an investigation of the cause and manner of death; modify. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1953 PA 181 (MCL 52.202 & 52.203). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4077'25
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the existing law regarding medical examiner investigations of deaths by updating several key provisions. The bill requires county medical examiners to investigate deaths that occur by violence, are unexpected, occur without medical attendance within the year preceding death, or result from an abortion. It also mandates investigation of deaths of prisoners in county or city jails. The bill expands the circumstances under which medical professionals and institutions must notify medical examiners about deaths, including cases involving multiple individuals in the same incident. The legislation clarifies that medical examiners can request subpoenas for medical records related to death investigations and stipulates that such records are exempt from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act. Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to definitions, such as updating references to physicians and registered nurses, and introduces provisions for elderly and vulnerable adult death review teams to examine suspicious deaths. The bill will only take effect if a companion bill (House Bill 4077) is also enacted, creating a legislative tie bar that requires both bills to pass simultaneously.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1953 PA 181, entitled"An act relative to investigations in certain instances of the causes of death within this state due to violence, negligence or other act or omission of a criminal nature or to protect public health; to provide for the taking of statements from injured persons under certain circumstances; to abolish the office of coroner and to create the office of county medical examiner in certain counties; to prescribe the powers and duties of county medical examiners; to prescribe penalties for violations of the provisions of this act; and to prescribe a referendum thereon,"by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 52.202 and 52.203), as amended by 2012 PA 171.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 20 : Mike Mueller (R)*, Doug Wozniak (R), Pat Outman (R), Kathy Schmaltz (R), Carrie Rheingans (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Joey Andrews (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Morgan Foreman (D), Matt Longjohn (D), Mike McFall (D), Carol Glanville (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Cynthia Neeley (D), Samantha Steckloff (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Jason Morgan (D), Reggie Miller (D), Curt VanderWall (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Health Policy
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FL bill #S7000 • Last Action 04/29/2025
OGSR/Site-specific Location Information for Endangered and Threatened Species
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill permanently exempts site-specific location information about endangered and threatened species from public records requirements. The exemption applies to location data held by government agencies about species defined as endangered or threatened under state or federal law, with one key exception: the exemption does not cover location information for animals held in captivity. Specifically, the bill removes language that would have automatically repealed the public records exemption on October 2, 2025, under the Open Government Sunset Review Act. This means the confidentiality protection for sensitive wildlife location data will remain in place indefinitely. The purpose of such an exemption is likely to prevent potential harm to vulnerable species by protecting information that could lead to their deliberate disturbance, capture, or destruction if widely disclosed. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, ensuring continued protection of critical habitat and location information for endangered and threatened species.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 379.1026, F.S., which provides an exemption from public records requirements for site-specific location information for endangered and threatened species; removing the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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FL bill #H7025 • Last Action 04/29/2025
OGSR/Parental Consent Requirements Before Terminating a Pregnancy
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill permanently exempts from public records disclosure any information that could identify a minor who is seeking a judicial waiver of parental consent requirements before terminating a pregnancy. Currently, under Florida law, such information is considered confidential and exempt from public disclosure when held by courts or certain legal administrative offices. The bill removes the scheduled expiration (previously set for October 2, 2025) of this public records exemption, making the confidentiality protection permanent. The context is that this protects the privacy of minors who are going through a legal process to bypass parental consent for an abortion, ensuring that their identity remains anonymous. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, and continues to maintain the existing confidentiality provisions of the Parental Notice of and Consent for Abortion Act.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 390.01118, F.S., which provides an exemption from public records requirements for certain information that could identify a minor petitioning a court to waive parental consent requirements before terminating a pregnancy; removing the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 03/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Government Operations Subcommittee, Sam Greco (R)*, Yvette Benarroch (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/26/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to SB 7018
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FL bill #S7004 • Last Action 04/29/2025
OGSR/Applicants or Participants in Certain Federal, State, or Local Housing Assistance Programs
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida Statute 119.071 to permanently maintain an existing exemption from public records requirements for certain sensitive personal information related to housing assistance programs. Specifically, the bill protects medical history records, health or property insurance information, property photographs, and personal identifying information for applicants or participants in federal, state, or local housing assistance programs, particularly those seeking disaster recovery assistance after a presidentially declared disaster. The legislation removes the previous provision that would have automatically repealed this exemption on October 2, 2025, effectively making the confidentiality protection permanent. Governmental entities and their agents can still access these records for auditing purposes, and the information can be used in administrative or judicial proceedings while maintaining its confidential status. The bill is part of the Open Government Sunset Review Act (OGSR) process, which periodically reviews exemptions to public records laws to determine if they should continue, and in this case, the legislature has determined that the protections should remain in place to safeguard the personal information of vulnerable housing assistance program participants.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 119.071, F.S., which provides an exemption from public records requirements for property photographs and personal identifying information of applicants for or participants in certain federal, state, or local housing assistance programs; deleting the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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FL bill #H1569 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Pub. Rec./Stricken Matters
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statute 119.0714 to create a new exemption to public records requirements for certain stricken matters in noncriminal court cases. Specifically, the bill allows court documents that have been officially stricken (removed) from a case to be kept confidential if the court makes specific findings that the stricken material is immaterial, impertinent, or a sham, and that its continued public availability would either defame an individual, damage their reputation, or jeopardize their safety. The legislation includes a detailed statement of public necessity, explaining that keeping such stricken materials confidential prevents unwarranted harm to individuals and serves no identifiable public purpose. The law would take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to documents in noncriminal cases where a judge has explicitly ruled that certain content should be removed and kept from public view. The bill aims to protect individuals from potentially damaging or false information that a court has deemed inappropriate or harmful remaining in publicly accessible court records.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0714, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for any matter in a pleading, in a request for relief, or in any other document which has been stricken by the court in a noncriminal case if the court makes specific findings; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee, Judiciary Committee, Chad Johnson (R)*, Tom Fabricio (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/SB 1652
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OK bill #HB2142 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Wind energy facilities; prohibiting construction or modification of wind energy facilities with respect to certain military facilities; adverse impact; application; information; fines; civil action; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for wind energy facilities in Oklahoma, with a primary focus on protecting military installations and operations. The legislation defines numerous technical terms and creates a detailed process for wind energy facility construction and expansion that requires coordination with military entities. Specifically, the bill prohibits constructing or modifying wind energy facility structures that could adversely impact military missions, training, or operations, as determined by the Military Aviation and Installation Assurance Siting Clearinghouse and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Owners of wind energy facilities must obtain a "determination of no hazard" from the FAA and file their application with the Oklahoma Military Department within 30 days of submission. The bill mandates that facility structures cannot be constructed without resolving potential adverse impacts to the Department of Defense, which can be demonstrated through a mission compatibility certification letter. To ensure compliance, the bill imposes potential administrative penalties of up to $1,500 per day for violations and allows stakeholders to bring legal action to enforce the requirements. The documentation submitted is deemed confidential and not subject to public records requests. The legislation will take effect on November 1, 2025, providing wind energy developers and military stakeholders ample time to understand and implement the new regulations.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to wind energy facilities; defining terms; prohibiting construction or modification of wind energy facilities with respect to certain military facilities; defining adverse impact with respect to military facilities; prescribing procedures; requiring filing of application; requiring Oklahoma Military Department to provide certain information; authorizing administrative rules; imposing restriction on release of information; authorizing administrative fines; authorizing civil actions; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Kannady (R)*, Grant Green (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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IL bill #SB2648 • Last Action 04/29/2025
TITLE INSURANCE TRANSFER
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill transfers the enforcement responsibilities of the Title Insurance Act and the predatory lending database program from the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to the Department of Insurance. Specifically, all powers, duties, rights, and responsibilities previously held by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and its Secretary will now be transferred to the Department of Insurance and its Director. This includes transferring all books, records, documents, contracts, and pending business related to these areas. All existing rules and proposed rules will automatically become rules of the Department of Insurance, and any pending rules in the rulemaking process will be deemed filed by the Department of Insurance. The bill makes numerous technical changes throughout the affected statutes to replace references to the previous department and secretary with references to the Department of Insurance and its Director. The bill ensures that the status and rights of employees will not be affected by this transfer, maintaining their existing protections under personnel codes, labor relations acts, and collective bargaining agreements. The changes aim to consolidate regulatory oversight of title insurance and predatory lending database functions under a single state department.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Title Insurance Act. Provides for the enforcement of the Act by the Department of Insurance (rather than the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation). Provides that all powers, duties, rights, and responsibilities of the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and the Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation under the Act are transferred to the Department of Insurance and Director of Insurance, respectively. Provides for the transfer of books, records, papers, documents, property, contracts, causes of action, pending business, and certain funds from the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to the Department of Insurance. Provides that rules and proposed rules by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation under the Act shall become rules and proposed rules of the Department of Insurance. Provides that all moneys received by the Department of Insurance under the Act shall be deposited into the Insurance Financial Regulation Fund (rather than the Financial Institution Fund). Makes conforming and grammatical changes throughout the Act. Amends the State Finance Act and the Financial Institutions Act to make conforming changes. Amends the Residential Real Property Disclosure Act to transfer authority over the predatory lending database from the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to the Department of Insurance.
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• Introduced: 04/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Bill Cunningham (D)*, Paul Faraci (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Paul Faraci
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MN bill #SF1417 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Omnibus Judiciary and Public Safety policy and appropriations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Establishes a comprehensive omnibus bill covering judiciary, public safety, corrections, and civil law provisions with numerous significant changes across multiple areas of Minnesota state law. The bill includes appropriations for various state agencies and departments, and makes substantial modifications to existing statutes. Key provisions include: 1. Judiciary and Public Safety Appropriations: - Provides funding for various state courts and public safety agencies - Increases judicial officials' compensation by 1.5% - Establishes a Minnesota Victims of Crime Account 2. Financial Crimes and Fraud Investigations: - Transfers financial crimes investigations to a new Financial Crimes and Fraud Section within the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension - Creates new reporting and investigation requirements for insurance and financial fraud - Establishes procedures for tracking and investigating financial crimes 3. Criminal Law Changes: - Modifies definitions and penalties for various criminal offenses - Creates new criminal statutes around fentanyl adulteration and sexually protective device removal - Updates provisions related to murder, theft, and other criminal activities 4. Corrections and Community Supervision: - Establishes a Task Force on Mandatory Minimum Sentences - Updates work release and supervised release policies - Modifies community supervision funding formulas 5. Civil Law Provisions: - Creates new civil cause of actions for nonconsensual removal of sexually protective devices - Establishes an order for protection against financial exploitation of vulnerable adults - Updates marriage and civil commitment laws The bill is comprehensive and touches on numerous legal and administrative areas, making significant updates to Minnesota's statutory framework across multiple domains of public policy.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; providing for certain judiciary, court, public safety, crime, corrections, data privacy, and civil law policy; establishing Minnesota Victims of Crime Account; providing for law enforcement agency registration with eTrace System to provide firearm information; transferring financial crimes and fraud investigations to Financial Crimes and Fraud Section in Bureau of Criminal Apprehension; providing for crime of theft of public funds; providing criminal background checks for individuals or entities seeking license to operate business; modifying use of unmanned aerial vehicles; modifying criminal justice related judicial policy; modifying criminal victims policy; establishing policy for corrections warrant and stop orders; clarifying Tribal Nation access and use of community services subsidy; providing for civil commitment coordinating division in Office of Attorney General; providing for civil law; modifying marriage policy; establishing a civil cause of action for nonconsensual removal of sexually protective device; providing for order for protection against financial exploitation of vulnerable adult; providing for task forces and work groups; providing for reports; exempting Department of Corrections from certain administrative rulemaking; appropriating money for judiciary, public safety, corrections, Board of Civil Legal Aid, Guardian ad Litem Board, Tax Court, Uniform Laws Commission, Board on Judicial Standards, Board of Public Defense, Human Rights, Office of Appellate Counsel and Training, Minnesota Attainment Competency Board, Cannabis Expungement Board, Attorney General, Secretary of State, Sentencing Guidelines, Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board, Private Detective Board, Ombudsperson for Corrections, and Clemency Review Commission; contingently reducing and appropriating money to the Housing Finance Agency; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 13.03, subdivision 6; 13.04, subdivision 4; 13.05, subdivision 5; 13.356; 13.40, subdivision 2; 13.43, subdivision 2; 13.82, subdivisions 1, 7; 13.821; 13.825, subdivision 4; 13.991; 14.03, subdivision 3; 15.17, subdivision 1; 43A.17, subdivision 13; 45.0135, subdivisions 2b, 6, 7, 8, 9, by adding a subdivision; 60A.951, subdivision 2; 60A.952, subdivisions 2, 4, 5; 60A.954, subdivision 2; 60A.956; 65B.84; 138.17, subdivision 1; 144.223; 144.296; 152.021, subdivision 2; 152.022, subdivision 2; 152.023, subdivision 2; 152.025, subdivision 2; 152.137, subdivision 2; 201.014, subdivision 2a; 241.26, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5, by adding a subdivision; 241.80; 242.10; 242.19, subdivision 3; 242.44; 243.05, subdivisions 1, 2, 4; 243.166, subdivision 1b; 243.88, subdivisions 2, 5, by adding a subdivision; 244.04, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 244.05, subdivisions 1b, 2; 244.0513, subdivisions 1, 7, 8; 244.07, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 244.13, subdivision 1; 244.171, subdivision 4; 244.19, subdivisions 1c, 1d, 5, 5a; 1 SF1417 REVISOR KLL S1417-2 2nd Engrossment 244.20; 246B.04, subdivision 2; 260C.419, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 268.19, subdivision 1; 268B.30; 272.45; 297I.11, subdivision 2; 299A.41, subdivisions 3, 4; 299A.477, subdivision 2; 299C.40, subdivision 1; 299C.52, subdivision 1; 299C.80, subdivision 6; 299F.47, subdivision 2; 326.338, subdivision 4; 357.021, subdivisions 1a, 2; 388.23, subdivision 1; 401.01, subdivision 2; 401.03; 401.10, subdivisions 1, 4, by adding a subdivision; 401.11, subdivision 1; 401.14; 401.15, subdivision 2; 401.17, subdivisions 1, 5; 480.243, by adding a subdivision; 480.40, subdivisions 1, 3; 480.45, subdivision 2; 484.44; 484.51; 517.04; 517.08, subdivisions 1a, 1b; 517.09, subdivision 1; 517.10; 518.68, subdivision 1; 524.5-120; 524.5-311; 524.5-313; 524.5-420; 580.07, subdivisions 1, 2; 580.10; 580.225; 580.24; 580.25; 580.26; 580.28; 581.02; 582.03, subdivisions 1, 2; 582.043, subdivision 6; 590.01; 595.02, subdivision 1; 609.05, subdivision 2a; 609.101, subdivision 2; 609.105, subdivision 2; 609.185; 609.19, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 609.2231, subdivision 2; 609.27, subdivision 2; 609.378, by adding a subdivision; 609.495, subdivision 1; 609.50, subdivision 1; 609.527, subdivision 3; 609.531, subdivision 1; 609.593, subdivision 1; 609.78, subdivision 2c; 609A.06, subdivisions 3, 7, 10, 12; 611.24, subdivision 4; 611A.02; 611A.0315; 611A.06, by adding a subdivision; 611A.90; 617.246; 617.247; 624.712, subdivision 5; 624.714, subdivision 7a; 626.05, subdivision 2; 626.19, subdivision 3; 626.84, subdivision 1; 626A.35, by adding a subdivision; 629.341, subdivision 3; 634.35; Laws 2023, chapter 52, article 2, section 3, subdivisions 2, 8, as amended; article 11, section 31; Laws 2023, chapter 68, article 1, section 4, subdivision 2; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 8; 243; 299A; 299C; 325E; 401; 480; 517; 604; 609; 617; 626; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 45.0135, subdivisions 2a, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 3, 4, 5; 243.58; 244.065, subdivision 1; 253.21; 253.23; 325E.21, subdivision 2b; 325F.02; 325F.03; 325F.04; 325F.05; 325F.06; 325F.07; 517.05; 517.18; Minnesota Rules, parts 2940.0100, subparts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 33, 34; 2940.0200; 2940.0300; 2940.0400; 2940.0500; 2940.0600; 2940.0700; 2940.0800; 2940.0900; 2940.1000; 2940.1100; 2940.1200; 2940.1300; 2940.1400; 2940.1500; 2940.1600; 2940.1700; 2940.1800; 2940.1900; 2940.2000; 2940.2100; 2940.2200; 2940.2300; 2940.2400; 2940.2500; 2940.2600; 2940.2700; 2940.2800; 2940.2900; 2940.3000; 2940.3100; 2940.3200; 2940.3300; 2940.3400; 2940.3500; 2940.3600; 2940.3700; 2940.3800; 2940.3900; 2940.4000; 2940.4100; 2940.4200; 2940.4300; 2940.4400; 2940.4500; 2940.5700.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Ron Latz (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders HF2432, SF indefinitely postponed
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NY bill #A06769 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Requires all municipal corporations to report cybersecurity incidents and demands of ransom payments to the division of homeland security and emergency services; defines terms; requires cybersecurity incident reviews; requires cybersecurity awareness training, cybersecurity protection and data protection standards for state maintained information systems.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires municipal corporations and public authorities to report cybersecurity incidents and ransom payments to the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services within 72 hours of discovering such incidents. The bill provides detailed definitions for key cybersecurity terms like "cybersecurity incident," "cyber threat," and "ransomware attack," and mandates that these reports include information about the incident and whether the reporting entity is seeking technical assistance. It also requires state and local government employees who use technology in their jobs to complete annual cybersecurity awareness training starting January 1, 2026, with the training to be conducted during regular work hours and compensated at the employee's normal rate of pay. Additionally, the bill requires state agencies to develop comprehensive cybersecurity protection standards, including creating inventories of information systems, developing incident response plans, and conducting annual incident response plan exercises. All cybersecurity incident reports and related documents will be exempt from public disclosure to protect sensitive information. The bill aims to improve cybersecurity preparedness and response capabilities across New York state and local government entities by establishing clear reporting requirements, training standards, and protection protocols.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the general municipal law and the executive law, in relation to requiring municipal cybersecurity incident reporting and exempting such reports from freedom of information requirements; and to amend the state technology law, in relation to requiring cybersecurity awareness training for government employees, data protection standards, and cybersecurity protection
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Billy Jones (D)*, Steve Otis (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: amended on third reading (t) 6769a
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MI bill #HB4386 • Last Action 04/29/2025
State agencies (proposed): boards and commissions; commission on Middle Eastern American affairs; establish. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Commission on Middle Eastern American Affairs in Michigan, creating a 15-member body appointed by the governor to serve 3-year terms and focus on supporting and advancing the interests of Middle Eastern Americans in the state. The commission's primary responsibilities include advising the governor and state departments on policy matters affecting Middle Eastern American communities, recommending changes to state programs and policies, promoting equal access to state services and education, and serving as a reporting agency for anti-Middle Eastern American harassment. Commissioners will work to raise awareness about Middle Eastern American culture, history, and contributions, develop unified policies to serve community needs, and collaborate with other state commissions focused on diverse populations such as Asian Pacific, Hispanic/Latino, Black, LGBTQ+, immigrant, and women's groups. The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity will provide administrative support, including maintaining meeting records and potentially providing staff and office space. The bill defines a "Middle Eastern American" as an individual with ancestral ties to Middle Eastern countries who resides in Michigan, and establishes governance rules such as requiring quarterly meetings, adopting bylaws within 90 days, and operating under open meetings and freedom of information guidelines.
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Bill Summary: A bill to declare the powers and duties of the commission on Middle Eastern American affairs; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities.
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• Introduced: 04/24/2025
• Added: 04/25/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 5 : Alabas Farhat (D)*, Erin Byrnes (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Natalie Price (D), Jason Morgan (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 04/24/2025
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WA bill #SB5199 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Providing compensation to members of the department of children, youth, and families oversight board with direct lived experience.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing law to provide compensation for members of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) Oversight Board who have direct lived experience. Specifically, the bill clarifies that board members with direct lived experience may receive compensation as outlined in existing state law (RCW 43.03.220 and 43.03.270) and are entitled to be reimbursed for travel expenses. Previously, the law stated that board members would receive no compensation, except for reimbursement of travel expenses for appointed legislators. The bill adds a definition for "direct lived experience" by referencing another state statute and ensures that these board members with personal experience in the child welfare or juvenile justice systems can be fairly compensated for their valuable insights and contributions to the oversight board. This change recognizes the importance of including perspectives from individuals who have firsthand knowledge of the systems being reviewed and supports their ability to participate fully in the board's work.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to providing compensation to members of the 2 department of children, youth, and families oversight board with 3 direct lived experience; and amending RCW 43.216.015. 4
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/10/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Claire Wilson (D)*, Noel Frame (D), Bob Hasegawa (D), Liz Lovelett (D), John Lovick (D), T'wina Nobles (D), Marcus Riccelli (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Effective date 7/27/2025.
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FL bill #S7010 • Last Action 04/29/2025
OGSR/Department of Financial Services
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statute 631.195 to modify the public records exemptions for certain confidential documents held by the Department of Financial Services when acting as a receiver for insurers. The bill revises the types of records that are exempt from public disclosure, specifically removing exemptions for underwriting files, own-risk and solvency assessment (ORSA) summary reports, and corporate governance annual disclosure documents. It retains confidentiality protections for personal financial and health information of consumers, personnel and payroll records (with a new exception for executive officer details), consumer claim files, and certain confidential information received from other government entities or insurance associations. The bill eliminates the previous provision that would have automatically repealed these exemptions on October 2, 2025, effectively making these confidentiality provisions permanent. The bill also maintains existing provisions that allow for record sharing under specific circumstances, such as for regulatory investigations, with guaranty associations, or with the written consent of the consumer. The changes aim to update and clarify the confidentiality rules for insurance-related records held by the state's financial services department.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 631.195, F.S., which provides an exemption from public records requirements for certain records made or received by the Department of Financial Services acting as receiver pursuant to specified provisions; revising the list of records that are exempt from public records requirements; removing the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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MI bill #SB0271 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Civil rights: open meetings; provisions of open meetings act relating to virtual attendance and participation of members of public bodies at public meetings; revise. Amends secs. 3 & 7 of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263 & 15.267); adds sec. 3b & repeals sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to establish clear guidelines for virtual attendance and participation in public meetings across different types of public bodies. The bill creates three classes of public bodies (A, B, and C) with varying rules for remote participation: Class A public bodies (typically elected bodies with legislative powers) must have a quorum physically present and limit remote members from voting, while Class B public bodies allow full remote participation if at least one-third of members are physically present, and Class C public bodies can hold entirely virtual meetings. The bill requires that any remotely attending members maintain two-way communication throughout meetings and that electronic communications between members be transparent and shared with all meeting attendees. Public bodies must establish and publish reasonable procedures for remote public participation, ensuring that these procedures do not create undue barriers and comply with disability accommodation laws. The bill also eliminates previous COVID-19-specific meeting provisions and repeals a prior section of the act related to remote meeting attendance, effectively creating a more permanent and structured approach to virtual public meetings that balances accessibility, transparency, and operational flexibility for different types of governmental bodies.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled"Open meetings act,"by amending sections 3 and 7 (MCL 15.263 and 15.267), section 3 as amended by 2020 PA 254 and section 7 as amended by 1996 PA 464, and by adding section 3b; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 04/29/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Ed McBroom (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Elections And Ethics
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OK bill #HB1409 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Open meetings; Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; email distribution systems; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act to provide additional guidance on email distribution systems for public meeting notices. Specifically, the bill allows public bodies to require individuals in their email distribution list to annually confirm their desire to remain on the list, and if a person does not confirm, the public body may remove them from the system. The bill maintains existing requirements that public bodies provide email notice of meetings at least 24 hours in advance, including the date, time, place, and agenda, and allows any person to request to be included in the email distribution system without charge. The bill clarifies that even if a person is removed from an email distribution system, they can still request to be added back. The changes are part of ongoing efforts to improve transparency and accessibility of public meeting information, ensuring that citizens have multiple ways to stay informed about government meetings. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, giving public bodies time to implement the new email distribution system confirmation process.
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Bill Summary: notices by public bodies - email distribution systems - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Denise Crosswhite Hader (R)*, Kendal Sacchieri (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Senate Floor HB1409 (4-29-25) (SACCHIERI) RT FA2 - HB1409 (4-29-25) (SACCHIERI) RT FA2
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WA bill #SB5102 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Establishing a public records exemption for the proprietary information of public risk pools.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing public records law (RCW 42.56.270) by adding a new exemption for certain proprietary information related to public risk pools. Specifically, the bill creates an exemption that protects the formulas and data used by public risk pools to calculate rates for member contributions or assessments, as well as actuarial analyses and reports prepared by or for these pools. A public risk pool is typically an organization that allows multiple public entities (like local governments or schools) to collectively purchase insurance or share risk, which helps reduce individual member costs. By keeping the detailed calculations and analyses confidential, the bill aims to protect sensitive financial information that could potentially be used to competitively disadvantage these pools if made publicly available. The exemption means that these specific types of financial and technical documents would be protected from public disclosure under Washington state's public records laws, maintaining the strategic and financial privacy of public risk pool operations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to establishing a public records exemption for 2 the proprietary information of public risk pools; and amending RCW 3 42.56.270. 4
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• Introduced: 12/23/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bob Hasegawa (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 05/02/2025
• Last Action: Effective date 7/27/2025.
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MI bill #SB0267 • Last Action 04/29/2025
State agencies (proposed): boards and commissions; Michigan-African-Caribbean trade commission; establish. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a Michigan-African-Caribbean Trade Commission within the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to promote economic development, trade, and strategic partnerships between Michigan and African and Caribbean nations. The commission will consist of nine members appointed by the governor, representing various sectors including higher education, chambers of commerce, diaspora communities, agriculture, mobility, manufacturing, and information technology. Members will serve two-year terms and are not compensated but can be reimbursed for expenses. The commission's key responsibilities include advancing bilateral trade and investment, promoting business and academic exchanges, encouraging economic support and infrastructure investments, and facilitating partnerships in critical areas such as critical minerals, automotive technology, agricultural products, and information technologies. The commission must submit an annual report to the governor and legislature detailing trade volumes, job creation, business engagements, and new partnerships. To support its operations, the bill creates a special fund that can accept gifts, grants, and donations from various sources. The commission is specifically tasked with prioritizing initiatives that create jobs and establish local processing facilities, distribution centers, digital platforms, and advanced manufacturing partnerships, with a focus on strategic sectors that can benefit both Michigan and African and Caribbean regions.
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Bill Summary: A bill to create a Michigan-African-Caribbean trade commission within the Michigan economic development corporation and to prescribe its powers and duties; to create a fund; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities.
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• Introduced: 04/29/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 4 : Erika Geiss (D)*, Dayna Polehanki (D), Sue Shink (D), Stephanie Chang (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Economic And Community Development
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MN bill #SF2706 • Last Action 04/29/2025
2024 children, youth, and families recodification follow-up and technical changes
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive technical corrections and follow-up legislation related to the 2024 children, youth, and families recodification. It updates numerous Minnesota statutes to reflect the creation of a new Department of Children, Youth, and Families, making conforming changes across multiple sections of law. The bill primarily does three key things: (1) add references to the new Department of Children, Youth, and Families in various statutory provisions, (2) update cross-references and terminology to align with the new departmental structure, and (3) make technical corrections to ensure legal consistency. The changes affect a wide range of areas including human services, licensing, background studies, child welfare, social services, and administrative procedures. The bill demonstrates a comprehensive approach to integrating the new department into existing legal frameworks, ensuring smooth operational transitions and maintaining legal precision across different sections of Minnesota law. The modifications appear to be primarily administrative in nature, designed to support the structural reorganization of children and family services without substantively changing underlying policy.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to children; follow-up to 2024 children, youth, and families recodification; making technical changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 3.922, subdivision 1; 13.41, subdivision 1; 13.46, subdivisions 3, 4, 9, 10; 13.598, subdivision 10; 14.03, subdivision 3; 116L.881; 125A.15; 125A.744, subdivision 2; 127A.11; 127A.70, subdivision 2; 142A.607, subdivision 14; 142A.609, subdivision 21; 142B.41, subdivision 9; 144.061; 144.225, subdivision 2a; 145.895; 145.901, subdivisions 2, 4; 145.9255, subdivision 1; 145.9265; 174.285, subdivision 4; 214.104; 216C.266, subdivisions 2, 3; 241.021, subdivision 2; 242.09; 242.21; 242.32, subdivision 1; 245.697, subdivisions 1, 2a; 245.814, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 245C.02, subdivisions 7, 12, 13; 245C.031, subdivision 9; 245C.033, subdivision 2; 245C.05, subdivision 7; 245C.07; 256.88; 256.89; 256.90; 256.91; 256.92; 256G.01, subdivisions 1, 3; 256G.03, subdivision 2; 256G.04, subdivision 2; 256G.09, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5; 256G.10; 256G.11; 256G.12, subdivision 1; 260.762, subdivision 2a; 260B.171, subdivision 4; 260E.03, subdivision 6; 260E.11, subdivision 1; 260E.30, subdivision 4; 260E.33, subdivision 6; 261.232; 270B.14, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 299C.76, subdivision 1; 299F.011, subdivision 4a; 402A.10, subdivisions 1a, 2, 4c; 402A.12; 402A.16, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4; 402A.18, subdivisions 2, 3, by adding a subdivision; 402A.35, subdivisions 1, 4, 5; 462A.2095, subdivision 6; 466.131; 518.165, subdivision 5; 524.5-106; 524.5-118, subdivision 2; 595.02, subdivision 2; 626.5533; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 142A.15; 142E.50, subdivisions 2, 12; 245A.02, subdivision 6d; 256G.02, subdivisions 3, 5; 261.003.
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• Introduced: 03/19/2025
• Added: 03/20/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Melissa Wiklund (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 45; subst. General Orders HF2551, SF indefinitely postponed
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OK bill #HB1160 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Insurance; Oklahoma Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association; powers and duties; joining organizations; records; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Oklahoma Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association Act to enhance and clarify its operations, definitions, and responsibilities. The bill expands the Association's purpose to minimize financial loss to claimants due to insurer insolvency, adds new definitions including "cybersecurity insurance", and increases the Association's flexibility in handling claims. Key changes include allowing the Association to join other organizations, establishing a new $500,000 limit for cybersecurity insurance claims, and clarifying how claims are handled for high net worth insureds. The bill also prohibits using the Association's existence for insurance sales or solicitation and makes most Association records confidential. Additionally, the legislation refines definitions of member insurers, covered claims, and expands the Association's ability to investigate and contest settlements related to insolvent insurers. The bill introduces provisions for handling claims from insolvent insurers, including specific rules for cybersecurity insurance and claims involving high net worth insureds, with the goal of providing more clarity and efficiency in managing insurance guaranty processes.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to insurance; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Sections 2002, 2003, 2004, 2007, 2009, 2020.1, and 2020.2, which relate to the Oklahoma Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association Act; modifying purpose; modifying applicability; modifying definitions; providing definitions; modifying the powers and duties of the Association; clarifying parties; clarifying timelines; permitting the Association to join certain organizations; permitting the Association to make certain payments; prohibiting use of the existence of the Association to sell or solicit insurance; clarifying that certain records are not public records; providing exceptions; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. AMENDMENT NO. 1. , line 2, strike after the word “of”, the word “investment” and insert the word “insurance” AMENDMENT NO. 2. , lines 16-17, delete after the word “of” on line 16 and before the word “for” on line 17, the amount “Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000.00)” and insert the amount “Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000.00)” Passed the Senate the 28th day of April, 2025. Presiding Officer of the Senate Passed the House of Representatives the ____ day of __________, 2025. Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives ENGROSSED HOUSE BILL NO. 1160 By: Tedford of the House and Reinhardt of the Senate An Act relating to insurance; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Sections 2002, 2003, 2004, 2007, 2009, 2020.1, and 2020.2, which relate to the Oklahoma Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association Act; modifying purpose; modifying applicability; modifying definitions; providing definitions; modifying the powers and duties of the Association; clarifying parties; clarifying timelines; permitting the Association to join certain organizations; permitting the Association to make certain payments; prohibiting use of the existence of the Association to sell or solicit insurance; clarifying that certain records are not public records; providing exceptions; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mark Tedford (R)*, Aaron Reinhardt (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: SA's received
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CA bill #SB401 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Political Reform Act of 1974: state employees: financial interests.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Political Reform Act of 1974 to establish stricter rules regarding financial conflicts of interest for state agency employees. Specifically, the bill prohibits state agency employees from owning or controlling a financial interest in any business entity that is either regulated by their agency or does business with their agency. Employees can request a waiver from the head of their state agency, but the waiver will only be granted if two conditions are met: the financial interest is consistent with existing conflict of interest laws, and the employee will not attempt to influence any governmental decisions in which they have a financial stake. The head of the agency's decision to approve or deny a waiver is final and becomes a public record. The Fair Political Practices Commission is tasked with adopting regulations to implement these new rules and can provide advisory opinions upon request. By expanding the scope of existing conflict of interest regulations, the bill creates a new potential misdemeanor offense, which technically creates a state-mandated local program. The Legislature explicitly states that this bill furthers the purposes of the Political Reform Act of 1974, emphasizing its intent to strengthen ethical standards for state employees.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 87106 to the Government Code, relating to the Political Reform Act of 1974.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Melissa Hurtado (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: Senate Elections and Constitutional Amendments Hearing (09:30:00 4/29/2025 State Capitol, Room 113)
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CO bill #HB1303 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Funding for Motor Vehicle Collision Prevention
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Crash Prevention Enterprise within the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) to reduce motor vehicle collisions and lower automobile insurance costs. Beginning January 1, 2026, the enterprise will impose a crash prevention fee of up to three dollars per insured vehicle annually, which insurers must collect from policyholders and forward to the enterprise. The fee revenue will be used to fund two primary types of projects: up to 70% for grants reducing collisions with vulnerable road users (like pedestrians and bicyclists) and up to 30% for projects reducing wildlife-vehicle collisions. The enterprise will prioritize projects that are expected to most effectively reduce collisions and improve safety, with a focus on high-injury or high-risk networks. The bill requires transparency through annual reporting, a ten-year plan, and a public accountability dashboard. The enterprise is structured as a government-owned business and is exempt from certain state spending limitations. The Division of Insurance will enforce fee collection, with the ability to impose civil penalties on insurers who fail to comply. The overall goal is to reduce expensive and dangerous motor vehicle collisions while potentially lowering insurance premiums by investing in targeted safety infrastructure and strategies.
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Bill Summary: Section 1 of the bill creates the crash prevention enterprise (enterprise) in the department of transportation (CDOT) for the purpose of lowering automobile insurance costs by providing funding for transportation system infrastructure improvements and other data-driven strategies that reduce the number of collisions that involve a motor vehicle, particularly collisions between a motor vehicle and a vulnerable road user or wildlife (eligible projects). Beginning January 1, 2026, the enterprise is authorized to impose a crash prevention fee (fee) of up to a specified maximum amount on the policyholder of each automobile insurance policy issued in the state on a per-policy basis. Each insurer that issues an automobile insurance policy must collect the fee from the policyholder and pay the fee to the enterprise. The specified maximum amount of the fee adjusts annually on July 1, 2027, and on each July 1 thereafter for inflation, as measured by the rolling 5-year average of the national highway construction cost index published by the federal highway administration in the United States department of transportation. Fee revenue is credited to a newly created crash prevention enterprise fund (fund) and continuously appropriated to the enterprise. The enterprise is authorized to expend 80% of its available revenue to issue grants to eligible entities, which are local governments, state or federally recognized tribal entities, public entities that are not part of the state, and private entities, for eligible projects that reduce motor vehicle collisions with vulnerable road users, as defined by the bill, and 20% of its available revenue to fund eligible projects that reduce motor vehicle collisions with wildlife. Section 2 authorizes the division of insurance in the department of regulatory agencies, upon receiving notice from the enterprise of an insurer's failure to collect the fee from its automobile insurance policyholders and pay the fee to the enterprise, to institute an enforcement proceeding and seek specified civil penalties from the insurer.
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• Introduced: 03/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Andrew Boesenecker (D)*, Meghan Lukens (D)*, Dylan Roberts (D)*, Faith Winter (D)*, Kyle Brown (D), Meg Froelich (D), Jamie Jackson (D), Junie Joseph (D), Mandy Lindsay (D), Julie McCluskie (D), Amy Paschal (D), Katie Stewart (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 15 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Finance Postpone Indefinitely
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FL bill #S7018 • Last Action 04/29/2025
OGSR/Parental Consent Requirements Before Terminating a Pregnancy
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statute 390.01118 to permanently maintain the confidentiality of identifying information for minors seeking a judicial waiver of parental consent requirements before terminating a pregnancy. The bill removes language that would have automatically repealed the existing public records exemption on October 2, 2025, effectively making the confidentiality protections permanent. Under this statute, any information that could identify a minor petitioning a court for a judicial waiver of parental consent will remain confidential and exempt from public records requirements, whether the information is held by a circuit court, appellate court, the office of criminal conflict and civil regional counsel, or the Justice Administrative Commission. The Open Government Sunset Review Act (OGSR) provision is deleted, which means the confidentiality provisions will no longer be subject to automatic legislative review and potential repeal. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, ensuring continued protection of minors' privacy in sensitive legal proceedings related to pregnancy termination.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 390.01118, F.S., relating to an exemption from public records requirements for certain information that could identify a minor petitioning a court to waive parental consent requirements before terminating a pregnancy; deleting the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Health Policy, Gayle Harrell (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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TX bill #HB3516 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Relating to the availability of certain working papers and electronic communications of certain administrative law judges and technical examiners under the public information law.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Government Code to expand an existing exception to public information disclosure requirements, specifically for working papers and electronic communications of administrative law judges. The bill extends the existing protections to also cover technical examiners at both the State Office of Administrative Hearings and the Railroad Commission of Texas. The protected materials include personal notes and electronic communications recording an administrative law judge or technical examiner's observations, thoughts, questions, deliberations, or impressions, as well as drafts of proposed decisions, orders related to contested case hearings, and orders related to alternative dispute resolution procedures. The changes will only apply to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. By protecting these internal working documents, the bill aims to preserve the deliberative process and independence of administrative law judges and technical examiners by shielding their preliminary thoughts and draft work from public disclosure.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the availability of certain working papers and electronic communications of certain administrative law judges and technical examiners under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Paul Dyson (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Received from the House
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FL bill #S7020 • Last Action 04/29/2025
OGSR/Agency Cybersecurity Information
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends and modifies existing Florida statutes related to cybersecurity information confidentiality, specifically amending sections 119.0725 and 282.318. The bill maintains existing protections for sensitive cybersecurity-related information held by state agencies, including details about critical infrastructure, network configurations, security incident information, and risk assessment reports. These protections prevent public disclosure of information that could potentially enable unauthorized access, modification, or destruction of data and information technology resources. The bill extends the scheduled repeal date for these confidentiality exemptions from October 2, 2025/2027 to October 2, 2026, ensuring that agencies can continue to keep certain cybersecurity information confidential. The exemptions apply to various types of information, such as insurance coverage limits for technology systems, network schematics, and cybersecurity incident reports. While the information remains confidential, it can be shared with specific entities like law enforcement, the Auditor General, and other government agencies when necessary for official duties. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and continues to support state agencies' efforts to protect sensitive technological infrastructure and information from potential security threats.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 119.0725, F.S., which provides exemptions from public records requirements for agency cybersecurity information held by a state agency and exemptions from public meetings requirements for portions of meetings which would reveal confidential and exempt information; revising the date of the scheduled repeal of such exemptions; amending s. 282.318, F.S., which provides exemptions from public records and public meetings requirements for portions of risk assessments, evaluations, external audits, and other reports of a state agency’s cybersecurity program for the data, information, and information technology resources of that state agency which are held by a state agency and for portions of a public meeting which would reveal such confidential and exempt records; extending the date of the scheduled repeal of such exemptions; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Governmental Oversight and Accountability, Nick DiCeglie (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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FL bill #S7006 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Public Records and Meetings/NG911 Systems
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Florida's laws regarding public records and meetings to include Next Generation 911 (NG911) systems in existing exemptions, extending protections for sensitive emergency communication infrastructure. Specifically, the bill expands current exemptions to cover building plans, blueprints, schematic drawings, and geographical maps related to NG911 systems, which are advanced digital emergency communication networks that improve upon traditional 911 systems. The exemptions prevent public disclosure of technical details about 911, E911, and now NG911 communication infrastructure, including towers, antennas, and related facilities, to protect these critical systems from potential security threats. The bill extends the existing exemption's review and repeal date from October 2025 to October 2030, ensuring continued protection of these sensitive documents. The legislation includes a detailed statement of public necessity, emphasizing that revealing such information could expose emergency communication infrastructure to potential criminal or terrorist actions, which could ultimately compromise public safety during critical events. By maintaining the confidentiality of these technical documents, the bill aims to safeguard the integrity and security of emergency communication systems across Florida.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; expanding an exemption from public records requirements for certain components of 911, E911, and public safety radio communication systems to include NG911 systems; extending the date for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; amending s. 286.0113, F.S.; expanding an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain portions of meetings that would reveal certain components of 911, E911, and public safety radio communication systems to include NG911 systems; extending the date for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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OH bill #HB31 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Require electronic recordings of all parole board hearings
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires electronic recordings to be made of all parole board hearings and establishes provisions for their public accessibility. Specifically, the bill amends Ohio's public records law to mandate that the parole board create electronic recordings of full parole board hearings and other types of parole hearings, including release consideration hearings, revocation hearings, and post-release control hearings. These recordings will be considered public records, but with important privacy protections. Certain personal identifying information about crime victims, such as names, addresses, phone numbers, and social security numbers, must be redacted from the recordings. The recordings can be requested by specific individuals, including the subject of the hearing, their attorney, the prosecuting attorney, and the victim. Those who receive the recordings are prohibited from making copies or posting them on the internet. The bill aims to increase transparency in the parole process while also protecting the privacy and safety of individuals involved in these hearings.
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Bill Summary: To amend sections 149.43 and 5149.10 and to enact section 5149.102 of the Revised Code to require electronic recordings to be made of all parole board hearings and to make electronic recordings of full parole board hearings public records.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 27 : Latyna Humphrey (D)*, Brian Stewart (R)*, Sean Brennan (D), Juanita Brent (D), Darnell Brewer (D), Gary Click (R), Christine Cockley (D), Jack Daniels (R), Sedrick Denson (D), Tex Fischer (R), Dani Isaacsohn (D), Dontavius Jarrells (D), Mark Johnson (R), Lauren McNally (D), Ismail Mohamed (D), Beryl Piccolantonio (D), Phil Plummer (R), Sharon Ray (R), Allison Russo (D), Jean Schmidt (R), Mark Sigrist (D), Veronica Sims (D), Bride Sweeney (D), Cecil Thomas (D), Desiree Tims (D), Terrence Upchurch (D), Josh Williams (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: House Education Stewart, 2nd Hearing, Proponent Testimony (14:15:00 4/29/2025 Room 121)
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IL bill #SB0066 • Last Action 04/29/2025
HEALTH CARE AVAILABILITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Health Care Availability and Access Board, an independent state government body designed to address high prescription drug costs. The Board will have five members appointed by the Governor who have expertise in healthcare economics, pharmaceutical markets, and clinical medicine, and will be prohibited from having conflicts of interest with drug manufacturers. The Board's primary functions include conducting cost reviews for specific prescription drugs that meet certain price thresholds, such as brand name drugs costing $60,000 or more per year or generic drugs with significant price increases. When a drug is found to create affordability challenges, the Board can establish an upper payment limit that applies to all purchases and reimbursements in the state. Notably, the bill mandates that these upper payment limits will be based on the Medicare Maximum Fair Price, ensuring consistency with federal pricing. The bill also establishes a 15-member Stakeholder Council to provide input to the Board and requires annual reporting to the General Assembly about prescription drug pricing trends and market conditions. To support its operations, the Board will be funded by annual assessments on drug manufacturers, and it will have robust transparency requirements, including open meetings and public comment opportunities. The Attorney General is empowered to enforce the Act, and individuals can appeal Board decisions through an administrative and potentially judicial review process.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Health Care Availability and Access Board Act. Establishes the Health Care Availability and Access Board to protect State residents, State and local governments, commercial health plans, health care providers, pharmacies licensed in the State, and other stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products. Contains provisions concerning Board membership and terms; staff for the Board; Board meetings; circumstances under which Board members must recuse themselves; and other matters. Provides that the Board shall perform the following actions in open session: (i) deliberations on whether to subject a prescription drug product to a cost review; and (ii) any vote on whether to impose an upper payment limit on purchases, payments, and payor reimbursements of prescription drug products in the State. Permits the Board to adopt rules to implement the Act and to enter into a contract with a qualified, independent third party for any service necessary to carry out the powers and duties of the Board. Creates the Health Care Availability and Access Stakeholder Council to provide stakeholder input to assist the Board in making decisions as required by the Act. Contains provisions concerning Council membership, member terms, and other matters. Provides that the Board shall adopt the federal Medicare Maximum Fair Price as the upper payment limit for a prescription drug product intended for use by individuals in the State. Prohibits the Board from creating an upper payment limit that is different from the Medicare Maximum Fair Price for the prescription drug product that has a Medicare Maximum Fair Price. Requires the Board to implement an upper payment limit that is the same as the Medicare Maximum Fair Price no sooner than the Medicare implementation date. Provides that Medicare Part C and D plans are not required to reimburse at the upper payment limit. Provides that the Attorney General may enforce the Act and may pursue any available remedy under State law when enforcing the Act. Effective 180 days after becoming law.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 15 : Robert Peters (D)*, Dave Koehler (D), Mike Simmons (D), Karina Villa (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Mike Halpin (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Laura Murphy (D), Christopher Belt (D), Celina Villanueva (D), Mark Walker (D), Kimberly Lightford (D), Doris Turner (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Doris Turner
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CA bill #SB470 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act: teleconferencing.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act to extend the current teleconferencing provisions for state bodies and advisory bodies until January 1, 2030, instead of their previous expiration date of January 1, 2026. The bill maintains existing requirements for teleconferenced meetings, which include providing public access to the meeting through telephone or online platforms, ensuring at least one state body member is physically present at each teleconference location, and requiring a majority of members to be physically present at the same teleconference location. The legislation also preserves provisions allowing members to participate remotely under certain circumstances, such as accommodating physical or mental disabilities, and maintains requirements for roll-call votes, public reporting of actions, and visual appearance on camera during open meetings. The bill's legislative findings highlight the benefits of teleconferencing observed during the COVID-19 pandemic, including increased public participation, reduced travel costs, improved accessibility for people with travel limitations, and the ability to protect public health. Additionally, the bill aims to protect the personal privacy of public officials by not requiring disclosure of specific remote meeting locations while still maintaining transparency in public meetings.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 11123.2 and 11123.5 of, the Government Code, relating to state government.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Laird (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
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TX bill #HB141 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Relating to the adoption of the revised Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children by the State of Texas; making conforming changes.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the revised Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children (ICPC) in Texas, making several key changes to the state's Family Code. The bill introduces a comprehensive new version of the ICPC, which establishes a detailed framework for interstate child placements, including adoptions and placements of children in foster care or residential facilities. The compact aims to ensure child safety by creating standardized procedures for assessing and approving child placements across state lines, including comprehensive definitions, placement evaluation processes, and establishing an Interstate Commission to oversee implementation. The bill updates terminology, such as changing "Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children" to "Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children," and makes conforming amendments to existing state laws. Key provisions include establishing clear guidelines for financial responsibilities, jurisdiction, placement approvals, and creating mechanisms for dispute resolution and oversight. The new compact will become effective once 35 states have enacted it, with specific provisions for how states can join, withdraw, or resolve interstate placement issues, ultimately seeking to protect children's welfare during interstate placements by creating a more uniform and transparent process.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the adoption of the revised Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children by the State of Texas; making conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Christian Hayes (D)*, Angelia Orr (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Health & Human Services
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IL bill #SB2654 • Last Action 04/29/2025
CANNABIS MERGER
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive changes to Illinois' cannabis regulation system, focusing on the merger and transition of medical cannabis programs into the adult use cannabis framework. The key provisions can be summarized as follows: This bill creates a systematic transition of medical cannabis programs and dispensaries into the adult use cannabis framework, effective January 1, 2026. The legislation modifies multiple existing laws to streamline cannabis regulations, including changes to tax provisions, licensing requirements, and operational standards for cannabis businesses. Beginning January 1, 2026, all existing medical cannabis dispensaries will automatically become adult use dispensaries, and these organizations will be required to continue serving medical cannabis patients while also serving adult recreational users. Dispensaries must maintain an adequate supply of medical cannabis products and prioritize medical patients' needs, including dedicating service lines or specific times for patient purchases. The bill introduces several important changes, such as ceasing the issuance of new medical cannabis cultivation permits after July 1, 2025, and requiring existing medical cannabis businesses to pay a one-time $10,000 fee to help fund the medical cannabis program. It also modifies tax structures, ensuring that cannabis purchased by qualifying patients, designated caregivers, and certain program participants will be exempt from adult use cannabis taxes. The legislation maintains patient protections by requiring dispensaries to prioritize medical cannabis patients, maintain patient confidentiality, and continue serving registered qualifying patients, provisional patients, designated caregivers, and Opioid Alternative Patient Program participants. Additionally, the bill provides a framework for transitioning existing medical cannabis licenses and permits into the adult use cannabis system, with provisions for prorating fees and ensuring continuity of operations. The bill also makes technical changes to various related laws, including tax codes, vehicle regulations, and smoking control regulations, to align with the new cannabis regulatory framework.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Department of Professional Regulation Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Makes changes to provisions regarding disclosures. Amends the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the Service Occupation Tax Act, and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Changes the definition of "prescription and nonprescription medicines and drugs" and "adult use cannabis", beginning on January 1, 2026. Amends the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act. Adds provisional patients and Opioid Alternative Patient Program participants to certain provisions that include qualified patients. Adds and changes definitions. Adds references to the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2026, designated caregivers, qualifying patients, Opioid Alternative Patient Program participants, or provisional patients may purchase an adequate medical supply at any dispensing organization licensed by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation under the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2026, the issuance or renewal of any medical cannabis cultivation permits will cease at the next renewal period. Makes conforming changes for transitions from the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act to the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. Sunsets or repeals certain provisions on certain dates. Makes other changes. Amends the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act. Adds and changes definitions. Makes changes to provisions concerning the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. In provisions regarding the Cannabis Business Development Fund, adds references to Social Equity Criteria Lottery Licensees. Makes changes to provisions concerning loans and grants to Social Equity Applicants. Provides for certain license mergers. Makes other changes. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to make conforming changes. Amends the Tobacco Accessories and Smoking Herbs Control Act to repeal certain references to marijuana and hashish. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 04/29/2025
• Added: 04/30/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Kimberly Lightford (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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TX bill #SB758 • Last Action 04/29/2025
Relating to the definition of a governmental body for the purposes of the public information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the definition of a "governmental body" under Texas public information law by adding a new category: a nonprofit state association or organization primarily composed of similarly situated political subdivisions. The bill expands the existing comprehensive list of governmental bodies, which already includes various state and local government entities like county and municipal governing bodies, school district boards, special district boards, and certain nonprofit corporations receiving public funds. The modification aims to clarify and potentially broaden the scope of entities subject to public information disclosure requirements. The change will apply only to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, ensuring a clear implementation timeline. By including this new category of nonprofit associations, the bill seeks to increase transparency and public access to information for organizations closely connected to political subdivisions, potentially allowing citizens greater insight into the operations of these entities that have significant interactions with local government.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the definition of a governmental body for the purposes of the public information law.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Mayes Middleton (R)*, Donna Campbell (R), Lois Kolkhorst (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Not again placed on intent calendar
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PA bill #SB690 • Last Action 04/28/2025
In ballots, providing for antifraud ballot paper, vendor certification and antifraud measures.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to establish strict security requirements for ballot paper and printing, aimed at preventing election fraud. The legislation mandates that vendors providing ballot paper must obtain multiple international certifications (such as ISO 27001 and ISO 9001) and implement an extensive array of anti-counterfeiting measures. These measures include unique watermarking, holographic foils, complex security backgrounds, specialized inks (like thermochromic and ultraviolet), and advanced tracking technologies. The bill specifies detailed technical requirements such as specific hologram sizes, ultraviolet microtext dimensions, QR code tracking, and even molecular-level forensic security features. Vendors must use proprietary design software and techniques typically used in banknote production, including raster imaging, guilloche designs, and infrared taggant inks that can be detected with specialized equipment. The legislation also requires ballots to be printed on specific paper dimensions and include a voter-removable receipt with tracking information. These provisions will apply to elections on or after January 1, 2027, and the act will take effect 60 days after passage, representing a comprehensive effort to enhance ballot security and reduce potential election fraud through advanced technological measures.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), entitled "An act concerning elections, including general, municipal, special and primary elections, the nomination of candidates, primary and election expenses and election contests; creating and defining membership of county boards of elections; imposing duties upon the Secretary of the Commonwealth, courts, county boards of elections, county commissioners; imposing penalties for violation of the act, and codifying, revising and consolidating the laws relating thereto; and repealing certain acts and parts of acts relating to elections," in ballots, providing for antifraud ballot paper, vendor certification and antifraud measures.
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• Introduced: 04/28/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Cris Dush (R)*, Camera Bartolotta (R), Dan Laughlin (R), Lisa Baker (R), Pat Stefano (R), Judy Ward (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT
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NY bill #S04065 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Establishes a sustainable aviation fuel tax credit and eligibility criteria for such tax credit.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a tax credit program for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) producers in New York State, designed to incentivize the production and use of environmentally-friendly aviation fuel. The tax credit starts at one dollar per gallon of sustainable aviation fuel purchased in the state for flights departing from New York, with an additional two cents per gallon for each percentage point of carbon dioxide emissions reduction above 50%, up to a maximum of two dollars per gallon. To qualify, SAF must meet specific criteria, including being derived from biomass, waste streams, or renewable energy sources, not using palm or petroleum derivatives, and achieving at least a 50% lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction compared to traditional jet fuel. Producers must obtain a certificate from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and report monthly fuel sales. The total tax credits are capped at $30 million annually, and the credit will be available for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2025. Eligible taxpayers can claim the credit against various state taxes, and if the credit exceeds their tax liability, the excess can be refunded. The bill aims to promote cleaner aviation fuel production and reduce carbon emissions in the transportation sector.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the energy law and the tax law, in relation to establishing a sustainable aviation fuel tax credit in New York state
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Kevin Parker (D)*, Leroy Comrie (D), James Sanders (D), Toby Stavisky (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO BUDGET AND REVENUE
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PA bill #SB660 • Last Action 04/28/2025
In development, further providing for definitions, for well reporting requirements and for hydraulic fracturing chemical disclosure requirements.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Pennsylvania's oil and gas laws to enhance chemical disclosure requirements and definitions related to hydraulic fracturing. The bill adds definitions for "manufacturer" (a person who makes or brands a chemical product) and "PFAS chemicals" (a class of fluorinated organic chemicals), and introduces new reporting obligations for operators, vendors, service providers, and manufacturers. Starting July 31, 2025, manufacturers must provide detailed information about chemical products used in hydraulic fracturing, including the name of the chemical product, manufacturer, amount or weight, and a safety data sheet. Operators must now include a written declaration that chemical products contain no intentionally added PFAS chemicals and, if manufacturers do not provide complete information, must disclose available details about the chemical product. The bill also maintains protections for trade secrets and confidential proprietary information while ensuring that in medical emergencies or potential environmental hazards, relevant parties can access critical chemical information. Health professionals can obtain specific chemical details by executing a confidentiality agreement, and emergency responders can access necessary information to respond to spills or releases. The legislation aims to increase transparency and safety in hydraulic fracturing chemical use while protecting proprietary business information.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in development, further providing for definitions, for well reporting requirements and for hydraulic fracturing chemical disclosure requirements.
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• Introduced: 04/28/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Katie Muth (D)*, Wayne Fontana (D), Tim Kearney (D), Vincent Hughes (D), Carolyn Comitta (D), Art Haywood (D), Nikil Saval (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY
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CA bill #AB21 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Common interest developments: association management and meeting procedures.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill would implement significant reforms to the governance and transparency of homeowners associations (HOAs) in California, with a focus on improving accountability, record-keeping, and member rights. The bill would require open session board meetings to be electronically recorded, mandate detailed meeting minutes that include rationales for board decisions, and prohibit board members from conducting communications about association business outside of official meetings. For elections, the bill would streamline voting procedures, prohibit denying ballots to members, and allow civil actions in small claims court for election-related disputes. The bill would also enhance members' rights to access association records, limiting the association's ability to charge for document retrieval and prohibiting the sale of members' personal information. Additionally, the bill would require HOA boards to publicly announce significant events like litigation or insurance claims in subsequent meetings, provide more detailed agenda information, and create stricter rules about how board meetings can be conducted. These changes aim to increase transparency, prevent potential misconduct, and give HOA members more insight into and control over their association's operations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 4360, 4910, 4920, 4935, 4950, 4955, 5100, 5105, 5120, 5145, 5200, 5205, 5230, and 5235 of, and to add Sections 4921 and 4941 to, the Civil Code, relating to common interest developments.
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• Introduced: 12/02/2024
• Added: 03/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carl DeMaio (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/24/2025
• Last Action: From committee: Without further action pursuant to Joint Rule 62(a).
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NY bill #A01556 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Enacts the "food safety and chemical disclosure act"; prohibits certain food additives and food color additives; provides that in an action to enforce compliance, the recognition by the federal food and drug administration of any of these substances as safe may not be alleged as a defense; establishes requirements for the reporting of GRAS (generally recognized as safe) substances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Food Safety and Chemical Disclosure Act," which introduces several significant regulations concerning food additives and substances. The bill prohibits the manufacture, sale, distribution, and use of specific food additives and color additives, including FD&C Red No. 3, Potassium bromate, and Propylparaben, in New York state one year after the law's effective date. In public schools, the bill bans the sale of foods containing several synthetic color additives like FD&C Red No. 40, Blue No. 1, and Yellow No. 5. The legislation also establishes comprehensive reporting requirements for "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) substances, mandating that companies submit detailed reports about these substances to the state commissioner, including information about their identity, dietary exposure, safety data, and intended use. The bill requires the commissioner to create a public, searchable database of these GRAS substance reports and provides exemptions for small businesses and certain categories of substances. Additionally, the bill modifies enforcement provisions, explicitly stating that federal Food and Drug Administration recognition of a substance as safe cannot be used as a defense in state-level food safety enforcement actions. The overall aim is to increase transparency and safety in food additives and provide consumers with more information about the substances in their food.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the agriculture and markets law and the education law, in relation to enacting the "food safety and chemical disclosure act"
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 32 : Anna Kelles (D)*, William Colton (D), Harvey Epstein (D), Eddie Gibbs (D), Deborah Glick (D), Chantel Jackson (D), Grace Lee (D), Dana Levenberg (D), Steven Raga (D), Karines Reyes (D), Linda Rosenthal (D), Nader Sayegh (D), Rebecca Seawright (D), Maryjane Shimsky (D), Jo Anne Simon (D), Phil Steck (D), Al Stirpe (D), Yudelka Tapia (D), Sarah Clark (D), Patrick Carroll (D), Andrew Hevesi (D), Emerita Torres (D), Catalina Cruz (D), Daniel Norber (R), Jeffrey Dinowitz (D), Paula Kay (D), Jen Lunsford (D), Emily Gallagher (D), Matt Slater (R), Amy Paulin (D), Noah Burroughs (D), Thomas Schiavoni (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/10/2025
• Last Action: print number 1556b
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NY bill #S01463 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Enacts a mattress collection program; requires mattress producers to establish a plan for the convenient and cost-effective recycling of used mattresses.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts a comprehensive mattress collection and recycling program in New York State that requires mattress producers to establish a convenient and cost-effective system for recycling used mattresses. The legislation mandates that producers either individually or collectively create a plan for collecting, transporting, and recycling discarded mattresses, with specific goals to achieve a 40% recycling rate within three years, 55% within seven years, and 70% within ten years of plan approval. Producers must submit a detailed plan to the state Department of Environmental Conservation that outlines collection methods, collection sites, transportation logistics, educational outreach, and recycling strategies. Retailers will be prohibited from selling mattresses from producers not participating in an approved collection program, starting in December 2029. The bill establishes a twelve-member advisory board to provide recommendations, requires annual reporting by producers, and sets penalties for non-compliance. Notably, the program will be free to consumers and must provide convenient collection sites, with the goal of ensuring that 70% of state residents live within 15 miles of a mattress collection site within three years. The legislation defines key terms like "mattress," "producer," and "recycling" and creates a framework for transforming mattress waste into reusable materials.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to establishing a mattress collection program
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Brian Kavanagh (D)*, Patricia Fahy (D), Pete Harckham (D), Rachel May (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/10/2025
• Last Action: referred to codes
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NY bill #A07308 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Establishes a sustainable aviation fuel tax credit and eligibility criteria for such tax credit.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) tax credit in New York state, providing financial incentives for producers of low-carbon aviation fuels. The tax credit allows eligible producers to claim up to $2 per gallon of sustainable aviation fuel purchased and used for flights departing from airports in New York, with the credit amount increasing by two cents for each additional percentage point of carbon dioxide emissions reduction beyond 50%. To qualify, the fuel must meet specific criteria, including being derived from biomass, waste streams, renewable energy sources, or carbon oxides, and not originating from palm or petroleum derivatives. Producers must obtain a certificate from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and report monthly fuel sales. The total amount of tax credits is capped at $30 million per year, and the credit can be applied against various state tax obligations, with any excess credit being refundable. The bill defines detailed technical specifications for sustainable aviation fuel, including lifecycle greenhouse gas emission reduction methodologies, and applies to taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2025. The legislation aims to incentivize the development and use of more environmentally friendly aviation fuels in New York state.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the energy law and the tax law, in relation to establishing a sustainable aviation fuel tax credit in New York state
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• Introduced: 03/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 21 : Didi Barrett (D)*, Alicia Hyndman (D), Chris Burdick (D), Donna Lupardo (D), Yudelka Tapia (D), Bill Magnarelli (D), Noah Burroughs (D), Steve Stern (D), Nikki Lucas (D), Rebecca Kassay (D), Maryjane Shimsky (D), Demond Meeks (D), Dana Levenberg (D), Catalina Cruz (D), Andrew Hevesi (D), Emerita Torres (D), Al Stirpe (D), Harry Bronson (D), Chris Eachus (D), Al Taylor (D), Judy Griffin (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: print number 7308a
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PA bill #HB1305 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Establishing the Office of Child Advocate; and imposing penalties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Office of Child Advocate (OCA) within the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, creating a new independent agency focused on protecting and advancing children's interests. The Child Advocate will be appointed by the Governor for a four-year term, requiring professional experience in child advocacy, social work, or related fields, and must undergo specific training in areas like crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and confidentiality. The office's key responsibilities include advocating for children's health and safety, conducting facility visits, participating in child fatality review teams, receiving and investigating public complaints about child welfare programs, accessing confidential records (with restrictions), collaborating with various government agencies, and providing annual reports to state legislative committees. The Child Advocate will have the power to make recommendations for improving child welfare systems, serve as a resource for connecting children and families with support programs, and promote child welfare awareness. The bill also establishes strict confidentiality protocols for information gathered by the office and provides immunity for agencies sharing information. The office will function independently within the department, with the primary goal of supporting and enhancing child health, safety, and well-being programs across Pennsylvania. The legislation will take effect 60 days after its enactment.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), entitled "An act to consolidate, editorially revise, and codify the public welfare laws of the Commonwealth," establishing the Office of Child Advocate; and imposing penalties.
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• Introduced: 04/24/2025
• Added: 04/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 22 : Christina Sappey (D)*, Natalie Mihalek (R), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Tina Davis (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Danielle Otten (D), Chris Pielli (D), Bob Freeman (D), Nancy Guenst (D), Jim Haddock (D), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), Kristine Howard (D), Ed Neilson (D), Nathan Davidson (D), Joe Ciresi (D), Dan Deasy (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Gina Curry (D), Marla Gallo Brown (R), Mandy Steele (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), Jenn O'Mara (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/29/2025
• Last Action: Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH
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GA bill #HB268 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Education; safety, health, and well-being of students and school communities; provide
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance school safety, student well-being, and information sharing across educational and government systems in Georgia. It introduces several key provisions, including requiring public schools to implement a mobile panic alert system called "Alyssa's Alert" by July 1, 2026, which will enable real-time coordination between emergency services and schools during security emergencies. The bill also mandates that schools procure detailed school mapping data with specific requirements for accuracy and accessibility to first responders. Additionally, the legislation establishes a framework for transferring and managing student records between schools, law enforcement, and other agencies, with a focus on sharing critical information about student disciplinary and behavioral history. The bill introduces requirements for student advocacy specialists, suicide and violence prevention training, and an anonymous reporting system for safety threats. It also expands the jurisdiction of superior courts for certain juvenile offenses and creates new criminal offenses related to terroristic threats and acts in school settings. The goal is to improve school safety, support student mental health, and create more transparent and coordinated systems for managing student information and potential security risks.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Chapter 11 of Title 15, Chapter 2 of Title 20, and Chapter 3 of Title 38 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the juvenile code, elementary and secondary education, and emergency management, respectively, so as to provide for the safety, health, and well-being of students and school communities; to require public schools to implement a mobile panic alert system capable of connecting disparate emergency services technologies to ensure real-time coordination between multiple state and local first responder agencies in the event of a school security emergency; to provide for the implementation of additional strategies or systems; to provide for exceptions; to provide for a short title; to require public schools to procure school mapping data; to provide for requirements of such school mapping data; to authorize the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency to adopt rules and regulations for the requirements for school mapping data; to provide for immunity from civil liability; to provide for the transfer of student records and other information among schools, law enforcement agencies, and other agencies with legal interests in students; to repeal references to the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities as legal custodian of school age children and to make conforming changes; to require memoranda of understanding between certain state agencies and local units of administration to include provisions relevant to the disclosure of student information; to provide for the release of student information from certain state agencies to local units of HB 268/AP administration; to provide for reimbursement grants to local school systems that hire qualified student advocacy specialists; to provide for minimum qualification and essential duties of such qualified student advocacy specialists; to authorize RESAs to participate in dispute resolution procedures; to provide for the designation of RESA student affairs officers; to provide for the Department of Education's chief privacy officer to promulgate a guidance document relevant to sharing student records and other information; to provide for the release of student education records by local boards of education and local education agencies; to provide for certain student education records to be deemed critical records; to provide for the transfer of student education records, including critical records, to receiving schools; to provide for required disclosures; to provide for provisional enrollment at receiving schools; to provide for the transfer of students seeking enrollment in any grade higher than third grade; to provide for case management consultations; to provide for policies and implementation; to require positive behavioral interventions and supports and response to intervention programs and initiatives for certain low-performing elementary and secondary and middle schools; to provide for school administrators to disclose certain information regarding students with the students' assigned classroom teachers; to provide for such information to remain confidential; to provide for reports of law enforcement official encounters with school age youth; to prohibit policies which deny or effectively prevent parents and legal custodians from reviewing certain education records; to provide for statutory construction regarding the disclosure of certain education records; to provide for local boards of education to petition courts to require parents to authorize the release of a transferring student's education records; to provide for evidence based suicide awareness and training programs and a state-wide anonymous reporting program; to provide for evidence based youth violence prevention training programs; to provide for student violence prevention clubs; to provide for local policies for anonymous reporting; to provide for mandatory assessments when certain students withdraw from or stop attending school; to update the "Parents' Bill of Rights"; to require written agreements for law enforcement HB 268/AP officers in schools to include specific terms and conditions relevant to the handling and disclosure of student information; to require the Department of Education to publish model terms and conditions; to revise provisions for school safety plans; to require public school safety plans to address the behavioral health needs of students; to provide for the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency to establish an emergency alert response system and a secure state-wide alert system; to provide for an emergency alert response system; to revise a provision relating to the use of a deadly weapon; to provide for additional offenses over which superior courts are authorized to exercise exclusive original jurisdiction for the trials of children 13 to 17 years of age to include the offenses of certain terroristic acts involving public and private schools and attempt or criminal conspiracy to commit certain offenses; to repeal a provision that limited superior courts from exercising exclusive original jurisdiction over the trials of children 13 to 17 years of age alleged to have committed aggravated assault only in certain cases involving the use of a firearm upon a public safety officer; to provide for which such cases shall be subject to the class A designated felony act provisions of Code Section 15-11-602 upon transfer to a juvenile court; to make conforming changes by including such additional offenses in the list of offenses for which juvenile and superior courts shall consider certain criteria when determining whether to transfer cases; to establish the elements of a particular offense of disrupting or interfering with the operation of a public school, public school bus, or public school bus stop; to provide for progressive discipline; to provide for the criminal offenses of terroristic threat of a school and terroristic act upon a school; to provide for penalties; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Holt Persinger (R)*, Chuck Efstration (R)*, Houston Gaines (R)*, Jon Burns (R)*, Chris Erwin (R)*, Gerald Greene (R)*, Bill Cowsert (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/01/2025
• Last Action: Act 17
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GA bill #HB81 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Interstate Compact for School Psychologists; enter into
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists, a comprehensive agreement designed to facilitate the interstate practice of school psychology by creating a streamlined process for licensed school psychologists to obtain equivalent licenses in multiple member states. The compact aims to improve the availability of school psychological services, address workforce shortages, and promote professional mobility while maintaining high standards of practice. Key provisions include establishing a commission to oversee implementation, creating a mechanism for information sharing between member states, and setting uniform requirements for licensure, such as passing a national exam, completing a supervised internship, and graduating from a qualifying school psychology education program. The bill defines specific terms related to school psychology licensure, outlines the process for obtaining and maintaining licenses across member states, and provides special considerations for active military members and their spouses. The compact also establishes robust processes for investigating and reporting disciplinary actions, protecting public safety, and ensuring that school psychologists comply with the specific scope of practice in each state where they provide services. The compact will become effective once seven member states have enacted the legislation, and it includes provisions for rule-making, dispute resolution, and potential withdrawal of member states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Chapter 6 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to education compacts, so as to enter into the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists; to provide for a short title; to provide for definitions; to provide for the provisions of the compact; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Bethany Ballard (R)*, Chris Erwin (R)*, Rick Townsend (R)*, Holt Persinger (R)*, Matt Dubnik (R)*, Matthew Gambill (R)*, Larry Walker (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 03/18/2025
• Last Action: Act 12
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MN bill #HF2783 • Last Action 04/28/2025
State government finance bill.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive state government finance and operations package for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The bill appropriates funds for various state agencies, legislative bodies, and constitutional offices, with total appropriations covering areas such as the Legislature, Governor's Office, State Auditor, Attorney General, and various state boards and commissions. Key provisions include establishing a new Healthy Aging Subcabinet to coordinate policies and services for older Minnesotans, modifying education requirements for certified public accountants, creating a process for removing fraudulent business filings, and implementing new regulations on deceptive business mailings. The bill also makes changes to lottery retailer contracting requirements, grants the attorney general expanded subpoena authority, and establishes criminal penalties for medical assistance fraud. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for reporting on state government job vacancies, integrating transit assistance program applications, and allowing for potential statue replacement in the U.S. Capitol. The appropriations cover a wide range of state government operations, with specific funding allocated to various agencies and programs, and includes provisions for retirement systems, general contingent accounts, and tort claims.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to government operations; establishing a biennial budget; appropriating money for the legislature, certain constitutional offices and state agencies, Minnesota Historical Society, Minnesota Humanities Center, State Lottery, retirement plans, general contingent account, and tort claims; authorizing an increase in certain legislative positions; establishing a Healthy Aging Subcabinet; modifying education requirements and mobility for public accountants; modifying an advanced deposit wagering fee; modifying lottery retailer contracting requirements; modifying provisions governing Medicaid fraud; granting the attorney general certain subpoena and enforcement authority; providing criminal penalties; authorizing statue replacement; establishing a process for fraudulent business filing removal; authorizing rulemaking; requiring reports; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 3.099, subdivision 3; 3.971, by adding a subdivision; 3.98, subdivisions 1, 3; 8.16, subdivision 1; 11A.07, subdivisions 4, 4b; 13.485, subdivision 1, by adding a subdivision; 16A.057, subdivision 5; 240.131, subdivision 7; 256B.12; 326A.03, subdivision 6, by adding subdivisions; 326A.14; 349A.01, by adding a subdivision; 349A.06, subdivisions 2, 4, 11; 609.48, subdivision 1; 609.52, subdivision 2; 628.26; Laws 2023, chapter 62, article 1, sections 11, subdivision 2; 47; Laws 2024, chapter 127, article 67, section 6; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 4; 5; 300; 609; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 16A.90; 16B.356; 16B.357; 16B.358; 16B.359; 609.466; Minnesota Rules, part 1105.7900, item D.
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• Introduced: 03/24/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Ginny Klevorn (D)*, Jim Nash (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (12:30:00 4/28/2025 )
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TX bill #HB1442 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Relating to the Internet broadcast or recording of certain open meetings.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires certain governmental bodies in Texas to provide internet broadcasting and archiving of their open meetings, with specific requirements varying based on the branch and size of the government agency. For executive branch agencies receiving over $10 million in general revenue and with 100 or more full-time equivalent positions, the bill mandates live video and audio broadcasting of open meetings on their website, with the recorded meeting archived for two years after the meeting date. For legislative branch agencies and other executive branch agencies not meeting the initial threshold, the bill requires making an audio or video recording of the open meeting available within seven days on their website or social media account. The bill provides exemptions for catastrophes or technical breakdowns that prevent recording, and suggests agencies consider competitive bidding with private entities to minimize broadcast costs. The requirements will apply to open meetings held on or after September 1, 2027, with the bill taking effect on September 1, 2025. The goal appears to be increasing government transparency by making more governmental meetings accessible to the public through internet technologies.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the Internet broadcast or recording of certain open meetings.
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• Introduced: 11/21/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Donna Howard (D)*, Salman Bhojani (D)*, Giovanni Capriglione (R)*, Vincent Perez (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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TN bill #HB0731 • Last Action 04/28/2025
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 5; Title 8, Chapter 44; Title 43, Chapter 1; Title 58; Title 68, Chapter 1 and Title 70, relative to public meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Tennessee's open meetings law to explicitly include the Tennessee One Health Committee as a governing body subject to public meeting requirements. Specifically, the bill adds the Tennessee One Health Committee to the list of bodies covered by the open meetings act, defining it as an organization that promotes and supports the health of humans, animals, and the environment through cooperation across local, state, and federal agencies, academic institutions, and outside partners. The bill also clarifies that "meeting" for this committee means any convening of its governing body, thus ensuring transparency by requiring these meetings to be open to the public. This change means that the Tennessee One Health Committee will now be required to follow the same public meeting guidelines as other government bodies, allowing citizens to observe and potentially participate in their discussions and decision-making processes.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, specifies that the Tennessee One Health Committee is a governing body under the open meetings act; requires meetings of the committee to be open to the public. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 5; Title 8, Chapter 44; Title 43, Chapter 1; Title 58; Title 68, Chapter 1 and Title 70.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 114th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 10 : Bud Hulsey (R)*, Susan Lynn (R), Gary Hicks (R), Justin Lafferty (R), Dave Wright (R), David Hawk (R), Scott Cepicky (R), Debra Moody (R), Jay Reedy (R), Renea Jones (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 04/25/2025
• Last Action: Effective date(s) 04/24/2025
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CA bill #SB383 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Driver’s licenses and identification cards.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill primarily makes two key changes: first, it expedites the date by which the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) must issue identification cards to individuals who cannot provide proof of federal immigration authorization from July 1, 2027, to January 15, 2026. The bill maintains that these identification cards will be available to applicants who can provide satisfactory proof of identity and California residency. Second, the bill appears to make technical, non-substantive changes to existing provisions regarding implements of husbandry and farm vehicles, though the specific details of these technical changes are not elaborated upon in the provided text. The broader context of this bill seems to be providing expanded access to identification documents for individuals who may face challenges obtaining traditional forms of identification, while also ensuring that such documents come with clear disclaimers about their limitations for federal purposes. The bill includes protections against discrimination for individuals who obtain these identification cards and establishes guidelines for how the documents can be used and protected.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 12801.9 of the Vehicle Code, relating to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Sabrina Cervantes (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/20/2025
• Last Action: Senate Transportation Hearing (15:00:00 4/28/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1200)
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FL bill #S0444 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Human Trafficking Awareness
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Florida Department of Education to develop a comprehensive human trafficking awareness training curriculum for public schools by December 1, 2025. The curriculum must cover key topics including defining human trafficking (distinguishing between sex and labor trafficking), providing guidance on identifying potential victim students, outlining school employees' roles in reporting suspected trafficking, and establishing a reporting protocol that mandates notifying the Department of Children and Families or the Florida Human Trafficking Hotline when child trafficking is suspected. The training can be conducted in-person or online and will be mandatory for all instructional, administrative, and educational support personnel who have direct student contact. Each employee must complete the training and submit an acknowledgment to their school, which will retain documentation of completion. Additionally, the bill amends existing charter school regulations to ensure that charter schools must also comply with these human trafficking awareness training requirements. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools time to develop and implement the required training program.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to human trafficking awareness; creating s. 1006.481, F.S.; requiring the Department of Education to identify a curriculum regarding human trafficking awareness; specifying required components of the curriculum; authorizing in-person or online training; requiring public schools to require that certain personnel have received certain training; requiring school employees to acknowledge completion of training; amending s. 1002.33, F.S.; requiring charter schools to comply with requirements for human trafficking awareness training; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Senate Appropriations Committee on Pre-K - 12 Education, Bryan Ávila (R)*, Jay Collins (R), Clay Yarborough (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/HB 1237
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TN bill #SB0908 • Last Action 04/28/2025
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 5; Title 8, Chapter 44; Title 43, Chapter 1; Title 58; Title 68, Chapter 1 and Title 70, relative to public meetings.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Tennessee's open meetings law to include the Tennessee One Health Committee as a governing body subject to public meeting requirements. Specifically, the bill adds the Tennessee One Health Committee to the list of entities that must conduct open meetings, defining it as an organization that promotes health across humans, animals, and the environment through collaboration among local, state, and federal agencies, academic institutions, and outside partners. The bill expands the legal definition of a "meeting" to explicitly include gatherings of this committee, ensuring transparency by mandating that these meetings be open to the public. By making these changes, the bill aims to increase governmental transparency and provide citizens with greater access to information about the committee's activities and discussions. The legislation will take effect immediately upon becoming law, as determined by the Tennessee General Assembly.
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Bill Summary: As enacted, specifies that the Tennessee One Health Committee is a governing body under the open meetings act; requires meetings of the committee to be open to the public. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 5; Title 8, Chapter 44; Title 43, Chapter 1; Title 58; Title 68, Chapter 1 and Title 70.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 114th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Robert Harshbarger (R)*, Janice Bowling (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/25/2025
• Last Action: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 286
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WA bill #SB5167 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Revised for 1st Substitute: Making 2025-2027 fiscal biennium operating appropriations and 2023-2025 fiscal biennium second supplemental operating appropriations.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the bill: This bill is a comprehensive operating budget for Washington state's fiscal years 2026 and 2027, primarily focused on appropriating funds for various state agencies and governmental functions. The bill authorizes approximately $30.9 billion in spending across multiple sectors, including health care, human services, general government, and corrections. Key provisions include: 1. Funding for legislative branches and judicial systems, with specific allocations for the House of Representatives, Senate, Supreme Court, and various judicial entities. 2. Significant investments in health care, including $5.9 billion for community behavioral health programs, $30.9 billion for medical assistance, and $188.4 million for the Department of Health's administration. 3. Substantial support for social services, such as $5.5 billion for developmental disabilities services and $3.3 billion for economic services programs. 4. Corrections funding of $1.6 billion, with provisions for reentry services, restrictive housing reduction, and operational expenses. 5. Special focus on addressing behavioral health, opioid crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and various healthcare workforce development initiatives. 6. Targeted grants and programs for specific communities, including veteran services, youth support, and immigrant assistance. 7. Provisions for technology infrastructure improvements, particularly in health and human services information systems. The bill also includes numerous specific conditions and limitations on fund usage, mandates for reporting and evaluation, and funding contingent on the passage of specific legislation.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to fiscal matters; amending RCW 9.46.100, 2 15.76.115, 18.04.105, 18.20.430, 18.43.150, 18.51.060, 18.85.061, 3 19.28.351, 28B.76.525, 28B.99.030, 28C.04.535, 28C.10.082, 34.12.130, 4 39.12.080, 40.14.024, 40.14.025, 40.14.026, 41.05.120, 41.06.280, 5 41.06.285, 41.50.110, 41.50.150, 41.50.255, 41.80.010, 43.07.410, 6 43.09.282, 43.09.475, 43.19.025, 43.24.150, 43.41.450, 43.79.567, 7 43.101.200, 43.101.220, 43.216.828, 43.320.110, 43.330.184, 8 43.330.250, 44.90.070, 46.09.510, 46.09.520, 46.66.080, 50.16.010, 9 50.24.014, 51.44.190, 67.16.285, 67.70.044, 70.79.350, 70.128.160, 10 70A.65.250, 70A.65.260, 70A.65.300, 70A.200.140, 70A.305.180, 11 70A.305.190, 71.24.580, 74.31.060, 74.46.581, 76.04.511, 77.12.170, 12 77.44.050, 77.105.150, 79.64.040, 80.01.080, 81.88.050, 82.86.050, 13 86.26.007, 34.12.130, 38.40.200, 38.40.210, 38.40.220, 43.07.130, 14 43.330.365, 46.66.080, 51.44.170, 53.20.090, 72.09.780, and 15 80.01.080; amending 2024 c 376 ss 101, 102, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 16 118, 119, 120, 121, 122, 125, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 133, 138, 139, 17 141, 142, 144, 146, 149, 150, 153, 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 18 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, 214, 215, 218, 219, 220, 221, 222, 223, 19 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 307, 308, 20 309, 310, 311, 401, 402, 501, 503, 504, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 511, 21 512, 513, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 523, 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 22 606, 607, 608, 609, 612, 613, 702, 703, 704, 706, 707, 713, 717, 801, 23 802, 803, and 804, 2023 c 475 ss 128, 712, and 738, 2023 sp.s. c 1 s ESSB 5167.PL 1 35, and 2024 c 328 s 204 (uncodified); reenacting and amending RCW 2 28B.93.060, 36.22.175, 41.26.450, 43.79.195, 43.83B.430, 43.155.050, 3 70A.65.030, 71.24.890, and 79.64.110; reenacting and amending 2023 c 4 475 s 912 and 2024 c 376 s 906 (uncodified); adding a new section to 5 2024 c 376 (uncodified); creating new sections; making 6 appropriations; providing an effective date; providing an expiration 7 date; and declaring an emergency. 8
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : June Robinson (D)*, T'wina Nobles (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 80
• Last Amended: 04/28/2025
• Last Action: Delivered to Governor.
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CA bill #SB25 • Last Action 04/28/2025
Antitrust: premerger notification.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Uniform Antitrust Premerger Notification Act, which requires companies filing premerger notifications under the federal Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act to also submit a copy of their filing to the California Attorney General if they have their principal place of business in California or generate at least 20% of their annual net sales in the state from the transaction's goods or services. The bill mandates that these filings be made electronically within one business day of the federal submission and requires companies to provide additional documentary materials upon request. The Attorney General is prohibited from publicly disclosing these confidential documents, with limited exceptions for administrative or judicial proceedings, and may only share information with other state attorneys general who have similar confidentiality protections. The bill imposes a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per day for non-compliance with filing requirements and will only apply to premerger notifications filed on or after January 1, 2026. The legislation aims to protect sensitive business information by maintaining confidentiality and preventing potential harm from premature disclosure, such as securities law violations or anticompetitive conduct.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 2.1 (commencing with Section 16780) to Part 2 of Division 7 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to business.
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• Introduced: 12/02/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Umberg (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: April 28 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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WA bill #SB5143 • Last Action 04/27/2025
Concerning the ethics in public service act.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modernizes and updates Washington state's ethics in public service act by making several key changes to existing laws governing the conduct of state officials and employees. The bill revises definitions related to gifts, conflicts of interest, and official conduct, increasing the gift value threshold from $50 to $100, expanding the list of permissible gifts, and clarifying what constitutes a beneficial interest or a legislative nexus. It introduces new definitions for terms like "appearance," "civic organization," and "community organization" while providing more nuanced guidelines for when state employees can accept gifts, participate in transactions, or use state resources. The bill also adds protections against harassment, particularly for legislative employees, and establishes clearer rules about using state facilities and resources during election periods. Additionally, the bill repeals several existing statutes related to gifts and transfers of jurisdiction, and includes provisions for when different sections of the bill will expire or take effect. The changes aim to provide more clarity and specificity in ethics regulations, potentially helping state employees better understand their obligations and limitations while serving in public office.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the ethics in public service act; amending RCW 2 42.52.010, 42.52.030, 42.52.070, 42.52.080, 42.52.090, 42.52.110, 3 42.52.120, 42.52.150, 42.52.150, 42.52.160, 42.52.180, 42.52.180, 4 42.52.220, 42.52.320, 42.52.480, 42.52.490, 42.52.805, 42.52.810, 5 42.17A.005, 29B.10.270, 42.17A.615, 29B.50.050, 42.17A.620, 6 29B.50.060, 42.17A.710, and 29B.55.030; reenacting and amending RCW 7 42.52.010; adding a new section to chapter 42.52 RCW; repealing RCW 8 42.52.140, 42.52.340, and 42.52.801; providing an effective date; and 9 providing an expiration date. 10
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Chris Gildon (R)*, Jamie Pedersen (D), T'wina Nobles (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 04/25/2025
• Last Action: Delivered to Governor.
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WA bill #HB1610 • Last Action 04/27/2025
Concerning the disclosure of critical energy infrastructure information.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the state's public disclosure laws to expand exemptions for critical energy infrastructure information (CEII), which is defined as sensitive data about systems and assets whose destruction could disrupt energy supply and potentially jeopardize public health and safety. The bill adds a new provision to RCW 42.56.420 that allows government agencies to withhold CEII from public disclosure. Specifically, CEII includes records detailing actual or potential attacks, interference, or compromises of energy infrastructure through physical or cyber means that could harm interstate commerce or threaten energy supply. The information must be more specific than general location details or publicly available information to qualify for the exemption. This change aims to protect sensitive energy infrastructure details that could potentially be exploited by malicious actors, while still maintaining transparency by excluding routine or publicly known information. The bill represents an effort to enhance the security of energy systems by limiting public access to potentially vulnerable technical details about critical infrastructure.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the disclosure of critical energy 2 infrastructure information; and amending RCW 42.56.420. 3
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Victoria Hunt (D)*, Beth Doglio (D), Joe Fitzgibbon (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Davina Duerr (D), Janice Zahn (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 03/08/2025
• Last Action: By resolution, returned to House Rules Committee for third reading.
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WA bill #SB5418 • Last Action 04/27/2025
Concerning charter school contracts.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies existing laws related to charter schools in Washington State, making several key changes. The bill updates provisions for charter school operations, emphasizing that charter schools must comply with various local, state, and federal laws, including non-discrimination, civil rights, and special education regulations. It clarifies that charter schools must provide basic education meeting state learning standards, though they may seek exemptions through their charter contract. The bill introduces new requirements for reporting noncertificated instructional staff and establishes that charter schools must execute a charter contract within 90 days of application approval. Importantly, the bill expands the ability of charter schools to seek waivers from certain educational provisions, allowing more flexibility in implementing innovative educational approaches. The authorizer (either a school district board or the charter school commission) must now consult with the state board of education when creating or revising charter contracts, and each charter contract must clearly outline performance expectations, administrative relationships, and mutual rights and duties. The bill maintains the five-year initial contract term for charter schools and reinforces that no charter school can begin operations without an executed charter contract. Overall, the legislation aims to provide charter schools with greater operational flexibility while maintaining accountability and educational quality.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to charter school contracts; and amending RCW 2 28A.710.040, 28A.710.160, and 28A.300.750. 3
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Lisa Wellman (D)*, Mike Chapman (D), Paul Harris (R), T'wina Nobles (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading.
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WA bill #SB5801 • Last Action 04/27/2025
Concerning transportation resources.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses comprehensive transportation resources and infrastructure in Washington state. The bill covers a wide range of transportation-related provisions, including motor vehicle fuel taxation, transportation funding, registration fees, vehicle weight fees, tolling, public-private partnerships, tax incentives, and various transportation policy changes. Key provisions include: increasing motor vehicle fuel tax rates with annual adjustments beginning in 2025; modifying vehicle registration and weight fees with gradual increases; implementing new luxury taxes on vehicles over $100,000, aircraft over $500,000, and recreational vessels; creating a new county local road program to fund road preservation and improvements; establishing a public-private partnership framework for transportation projects; providing tax exemptions for zero-emission buses; creating a program to compensate tow truck operators for impounds of vehicles owned by indigent individuals; introducing automated traffic safety camera regulations; and making various changes to transportation-related taxes, fees, and administrative processes. The bill also includes provisions for increasing state investment in active transportation, establishing a new Sandy Williams connecting communities program, creating a school-based bicycle education grant program, and implementing new rules for transportation project permitting and environmental review. Additionally, the bill includes multiple effective dates for different sections, with most major provisions taking effect between 2025 and 2029. The comprehensive nature of the bill reflects the legislature's intent to address transportation system needs comprehensively, support sustainable transportation infrastructure, promote equity in transportation access, and provide flexible funding mechanisms for transportation projects across Washington state.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to transportation resources; amending RCW 2 82.38.030, 82.38.075, 46.68.090, 46.17.355, 46.17.365, 46.17.365, 3 46.17.005, 46.17.040, 46.17.380, 46.68.175, 82.08.020, 82.12.020, 4 82.32.145, 70A.205.405, 70A.205.425, 70A.205.430, 46.63.200, 5 46.20.161, 46.20.181, 47.60.315, 47.60.322, 47.60.826, 43.19.642, 6 47.46.100, 47.56.850, 47.56.870, 90.58.356, 49.26.013, 36.70A.200, 7 36.70A.200, 47.04.380, 47.04.390, 28B.30.903, 47.04.350, 47.04.355, 8 47.04.035, 43.59.156, 43.59.156, 46.61.---, 46.63.210, 46.63.220, 9 46.63.260, 88.16.035, 88.16.180, 88.16.070, 47.56.030, 47.56.031, 10 70A.15.4030, 81.52.050, 46.16A.305, 82.42.090, 47.24.020, 61.--.---, 11 46.55.115, 46.55.120, 39.114.020, 84.55.010, 84.55.030, and 12 84.55.120; reenacting and amending RCW 46.20.117, 43.84.092, 13 43.84.092, 70A.65.030, 70A.65.040, 70A.65.230, and 84.55.020; adding 14 new sections to chapter 82.08 RCW; adding new sections to chapter 15 82.12 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 47.60 RCW; adding a new 16 section to chapter 43.21C RCW; adding a new section to chapter 70A.65 17 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 36.57A RCW; adding a new section 18 to chapter 47.66 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 72.60 RCW; 19 adding a new section to chapter 46.55 RCW; adding a new chapter to 20 Title 82 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 36 RCW; adding a new 21 chapter to Title 47 RCW; creating new sections; repealing RCW 22 46.68.490, 46.68.500, 47.29.010, 47.29.020, 47.29.030, 47.29.040, 23 47.29.050, 47.29.060, 47.29.070, 47.29.080, 47.29.090, 47.29.100, ESSB 5801.PL 1 47.29.110, 47.29.120, 47.29.130, 47.29.140, 47.29.150, 47.29.160, 2 47.29.170, 47.29.180, 47.29.190, 47.29.200, 47.29.210, 47.29.220, 3 47.29.230, 47.29.240, 47.29.250, 47.29.260, 47.29.270, 47.29.280, and 4 47.29.290; prescribing penalties; providing effective dates; 5 providing expiration dates; and declaring an emergency. 6
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• Introduced: 03/24/2025
• Added: 04/26/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Marko Liias (D)*, Curtis King (R), Mike Chapman (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 04/26/2025
• Last Action: Delivered to Governor.
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WA bill #SB5589 • Last Action 04/27/2025
Conducting a study of credit history, credit-based insurance scores, and other rate factors in making rates for personal insurance.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill directs the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner to conduct a comprehensive study examining how insurers use credit history, credit-based insurance scores, and other rate factors that may disproportionately impact different demographic groups when setting personal insurance premiums and coverage eligibility. The study will involve collecting information from insurance entities, investigating potential disparate impacts on Washington residents based on race, ethnicity, sex, socioeconomic status, and national origin, and analyzing alternative rating factors that could reduce discriminatory practices. The insurance commissioner must contract with actuaries and consultants to analyze current insurance rating practices, identify potential alternative rating methods, and evaluate the potential impacts of these approaches on consumer costs and insurance availability. The study will result in two reports - a preliminary report due by December 31, 2025, and a final report by September 15, 2026 - which will provide policy recommendations about potentially prohibiting, allowing, or conditionally permitting the use of credit-based scoring in insurance rating. Importantly, all data collected for this study will be kept confidential, with only aggregate, non-identifying information to be made public. The bill includes an expiration date of December 31, 2033, after which the study and its provisions will no longer be in effect.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to conducting a study of credit history, credit- 2 based insurance scores, and other rate factors that may disparately 3 impact Washington residents, in making rates for personal insurance; 4 creating a new section; and providing an expiration date. 5
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Bob Hasegawa (D)*, Claudia Kauffman (D), Liz Lovelett (D), T'wina Nobles (D), Rebecca Saldaña (D), Derek Stanford (D), Claire Wilson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading.
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WA bill #HB1296 • Last Action 04/26/2025
Promoting a safe and supportive public education system.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill promotes a safe and supportive public education system by establishing comprehensive rights and protections for students, parents, and school employees. It introduces a detailed statement of student rights that includes access to an ample and unbiased education, protection from discrimination, and the ability to learn in a safe environment. The bill defines key terms like gender identity, sexual orientation, and neurodivergence, and expands protections against discrimination in public schools. It creates a new complaint process for addressing willful noncompliance with state education laws, allowing students, parents, and community members to file complaints about school district practices. The legislation also protects school employees from adverse employment actions when supporting students' rights or providing educationally appropriate instruction. Parents are granted extensive rights, including access to their children's educational records, the ability to observe classroom activities, and notification about various school-related issues. The bill applies to traditional public schools, charter schools, and state-tribal education compact schools, aiming to ensure consistent standards of student safety, educational access, and civil rights protections across different types of educational institutions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to promoting a safe and supportive public 2 education system through student rights, parental and guardian 3 rights, employee protections, and requirements for state and local 4 education entities; amending RCW 28A.642.010, 28A.230.094, 5 43.06B.070, 28A.300.286, 28A.343.360, 28A.710.185, 28A.605.005, 6 28A.320.160, and 28A.400.317; adding a new section to chapter 28A.320 7 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 28A.642 RCW; adding a new 8 section to chapter 28A.230 RCW; adding new sections to chapter 9 28A.300 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 28A.410 RCW; adding a 10 new section to chapter 28A.710 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11 28A.715 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 28A.400 RCW; creating 12 new sections; providing an effective date; and declaring an 13 emergency. 14
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 24 : Monica Stonier (D)*, Nicole Macri (D), Debra Lekanoff (D), Beth Doglio (D), Liz Berry (D), Osman Salahuddin (D), Lauren Davis (D), Alex Ramel (D), Edwin Obras (D), Julia Reed (D), Timm Ormsby (D), Shaun Scott (D), Greg Nance (D), Steve Bergquist (D), Joe Fitzgibbon (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Emily Alvarado (D), Shelley Kloba (D), Gerry Pollet (D), Strom Peterson (D), Jake Fey (D), Tarra Simmons (D), Natasha Hill (D), Mary Fosse (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 177
• Last Amended: 04/25/2025
• Last Action: Delivered to Governor.
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TX bill #HB4218 • Last Action 04/25/2025
Relating to maintenance and production of electronic public information under the public information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Texas public information law to provide clearer guidelines for accessing and producing electronic public information. It expands the definition of "public information" to include electronic communications related to official business and data dictionaries for databases, while explicitly stating that electronic recordkeeping systems cannot reduce public access to information. The bill requires governmental bodies to provide electronic public information in searchable or sortable formats when requested, using the same computer software they use to manage their information. Importantly, governmental bodies cannot refuse to provide electronic information by claiming that exporting or redacting would require complex computer commands, nor can they charge requestors for inputting such commands. The bill also mandates that governmental bodies make reasonable efforts to ensure contracts for creating electronic information do not impede public access. The legislation applies to electronic records held by third parties and does not change existing confidentiality provisions. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will only apply to public information requests received on or after that date, with some minor technical amendments to related sections of local government code.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to maintenance and production of electronic public information under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Giovanni Capriglione (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars
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RI bill #H6273 • Last Action 04/25/2025
Makes changes to the access to public records act, including clarifying various provisions, increasing the sanctions for knowing and willful violations of the law, and making certain traffic accident data and preferred license plate information public.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive changes to Rhode Island's Access to Public Records Act, enhancing transparency and public access to government information while also providing some protections against disruptive record requests. The bill increases sanctions for government officials who knowingly or recklessly violate public records laws, raising civil fines from $2,000 to $4,000 for knowing violations and from $1,000 to $2,000 for reckless violations. It expands public access to various types of records, including police reports of incidents that do not lead to arrest, final internal affairs investigation reports, and police body camera footage, which must be made available within 30 days of a request. The bill also changes arrest log availability from five to thirty days and allows the release of preferred license plate information. Additionally, it introduces a mechanism for public bodies to seek relief from vexatious requests that are intended to disrupt government operations, while ensuring that requesters are protected from overly broad attempts to limit access. The bill mandates more transparent procedures for public records requests, requires public bodies to provide more detailed explanations when withholding records, and mandates that any civil fines collected be used to support municipal information technology capabilities that increase online public records access.
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Bill Summary: This act would make numerous changes to the access to public records act, including clarifying various provisions, increasing the sanctions for knowing and willful violations of the law, and making certain traffic accident data and preferred license plate information public. Additionally, this act would include a police report of an incident that does not lead to an arrest as accessible to public records request. Any final reports of investigations conducted by internal affairs would be accessible to public records request. All police worn body camera footage would be accessible to public records request and would be made available within thirty (30) days. Arrest logs made within thirty (30) days of arrest, changed from five (5) days previously, would be accessible to public records request. A civil fine for public officials who knowingly violate this chapter would increase from two thousand dollars ($2,000) to four thousand dollars ($4,000), and if a public official recklessly violates this chapter a fine of two thousand dollars ($2,000) this is a change from one thousand dollars ($1,000) previously. There would also be relief in the case of a person filing frivolous request with the intent to disrupt government operations. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 04/25/2025
• Added: 04/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Pat Serpa (D)*, Deb Fellela (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/25/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections
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FL bill #H0991 • Last Action 04/25/2025
Community and Economic Development
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill reforms various aspects of professional and business regulation in Florida. Here is a summary: This bill makes significant changes to community redevelopment agencies (CRAs), professional licensing, and economic development. For CRAs, the bill mandates termination of agencies on July 1, 2025, prohibits creating new CRAs after that date, and restricts their ability to initiate new projects or issue new debt. In the professional licensing realm, the bill transfers regulatory oversight from various professional boards directly to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, eliminating many existing boards and removing continuing education requirements for multiple professions. The legislation also creates the Office of Rural Prosperity within the Department of Commerce, establishes a Renaissance Grants Program to provide block grants to eligible counties experiencing population decline, and creates a Public Infrastructure Smart Technology Grant Program. Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to various statutes related to licensing, business operations, and economic development, streamlining regulatory processes and reducing administrative burdens. The bill aims to modernize professional regulation, support rural economic development, and provide more flexibility for businesses and professionals in Florida.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to community and economic development; amending s. 163.3755, F.S.; providing for the termination of community redevelopment agencies on a specified date; removing an exception; prohibiting community redevelopment agencies from initiating new projects or issuing new debt on or after a specified date unless certain requirements are met; defining the term "new project"; revising provisions relating to any outstanding bonds of a community redevelopment agency; prohibiting the creation of community redevelopment agencies on or after a specified date; prohibiting the expansion of community redevelopment areas on or after a specified date; providing applicability; authorizing existing agencies before a specified date to continue to operate; amending s. 20.165, F.S.; renaming, removing, and redesignating specified boards, commissions, and councils established within the Department of Business and Professional Regulation; changing the office locations of certain divisions; requiring the department to provide to the Division of Professions a summary of changes to statutory law within a specified time period after adjournment of session; repealing ss. 310.011, 310.032, 310.042, 455.2124, 455.2228, hb991-02-c2 468.384, 468.399, 468.4315, 468.4337, 468.4338, 468.521, 468.522, 468.523, 468.605, 468.8316, 468.8416, 471.007, 471.008, 471.009, 471.019, 471.0195, 471.038, 472.007, 472.008, 472.009, 472.018, 472.019, 473.303, 473.312, 474.204, 474.206, 475.02, 475.03, 475.04, 475.045, 475.05, 475.10, 476.054, 476.064, 477.015, 481.205, 481.2055, 481.305, 482.243, 489.107, 489.507, 492.103, 493.6116, 499.01211, 559.9221, and 570.81, F.S., relating to Board of Pilot Commissioners; oath of members of the Board of Pilot Commissioners; organization and meetings of the board; proration of continuing education; barbers and cosmetologists and instruction on HIV and AIDS; Florida Board of Auctioneers; expenditure of excess funds; Regulatory Council of Community Association Managers; continuing education; reactivation and continuing education; the Board of Employee Leasing Companies, membership, appointments, and terms; rules of the board; applicability of s. 20.165 and chapter 455; Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board; continuing education; Board of Professional Engineers; rulemaking authority of the board; board headquarters; reactivation; Florida Building Code training for engineers; Florida Engineers Management Corporation; Board of hb991-02-c2 Professional Surveyors and Mappers; rules of the board; board headquarters; continuing education; continuing education for reactivating a license; Board of Veterinary Medicine; renewal of license; Board of Accountancy; continuing education; Barbers' Board; organization, headquarters, personnel, and meetings of the board; Board of Cosmetology; Board of Architecture and Interior Design; authority of the board to make rules; Florida Real Estate Commission; delegation of powers and duties; legal services; duty of commission to educate members of profession; Florida Real Estate Commission Education and Research Foundation; power of commission to enact bylaws and rules and decide questions of practice; seal; Board of Landscape Architecture; Pest Control Enforcement Advisory Council; Construction Industry Licensing Board; Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board; Board of Professional Geologists; sponsorship of interns; Drug Wholesale Distributor Advisory Council; Motor Vehicle Repair Advisory Council; and Agricultural Economic Development Project Review Committee, respectively; requiring the department to conduct a specified study; amending ss. 212.08, 215.5586, 215.55871, 309.01, 310.0015, 310.002, 310.051, 310.061, 310.071, 310.073, 310.075, 310.081, 310.101, 310.102, 310.111, 310.1115, hb991-02-c2 310.121, 310.131, 310.142, 310.151, 310.183, 310.185, 319.28, 326.002, 326.006, 376.303, 381.0065, 403.868, 403.9329, 440.02, 448.26, 468.382, 468.385, 468.3852, 468.3855, 468.387, 468.388, 468.389, 468.392, 468.393, 468.395, 468.396, 468.397, 468.398, 468.431, 468.433, 468.4336, 468.435, 468.436, 468.520, 468.522, 468.524, 468.5245, 468.525, 468.526, 468.527, 468.5275, 468.529, 468.530, 468.531, 468.532, 468.603, 468.606, 468.607, 468.613, 468.619, 468.621, 468.627, 468.629, 468.631, 468.8312, 468.8315, 468.8415, 468.8417, 468.8419, 469.004, 469.012, 469.013, 471.003, 471.0035, 471.005, 471.011, 471.013, 471.017, 471.021, 471.023, 471.025, 471.031, 471.033, 471.045, 471.055, 472.003, 472.005, 473.302, 473.3035, 473.304, 473.305, 473.306, 473.309, 473.3101, 473.311, 473.3125, 473.313, 473.314, 473.315, 473.316, 473.319, 473.3205, 473.321, 473.322, 473.323, 474.202, 474.2065, 474.207, 474.211, 474.2125, 474.213, 474.214, 474.215, 474.216, 474.2165, 474.217, 474.221, 476.034, 476.074, 476.114, 476.134, 476.144, 476.154, 476.155, 476.192, 476.204, 476.214, 476.234, 477.013, 477.0135, 477.016, 477.018, 477.019, 477.0201, 477.0212, 477.022, 477.025, 477.026, 477.0263, 477.028, 477.029, 481.203, 481.207, 481.209, 481.211, 481.215, 481.217, 481.219, 481.221, 481.222, 481.223, 481.225, 481.2251, 481.303, 481.306, hb991-02-c2 481.307, 481.309, 481.310, 481.311, 481.313, 481.315, 481.317, 481.319, 481.321, 481.323, 481.325, 489.103, 489.105, 489.108, 489.109, 489.111, 489.113, 489.1131, 489.1136, 489.114, 489.115, 489.116, 489.117, 489.118, 489.119, 489.1195, 489.121, 489.126, 489.127, 489.129, 489.131, 489.132, 489.133, 489.1401, 489.1402, 489.141, 489.142, 489.1425, 489.143, 489.1455, 489.146, 489.509, 489.510, 489.511, 489.513, 489.514, 489.515, 489.516, 489.5161, 489.517, 489.518, 489.5185, 489.519, 489.520, 489.521, 489.522, 489.523, 489.525, 489.533, 489.5335, 489.537, 489.552, 492.102, 492.104, 492.105, 492.1051, 492.106, 492.107, 492.108, 492.1101, 492.111, 492.113, 493.6101, 493.6105, 493.6106, 493.6111, 493.6113, 493.6118, 493.6120, 493.6123, 493.6201, 493.6202, 493.6203, 493.6301, 493.6302, 493.6303, 493.6304, 493.631, 493.6401, 493.6402, 493.6403, 493.6406, 514.0315, 514.075, 533.791, 553.998, 569.34, 627.192, 633.216, 713.01, and 1006.12, F.S.; providing licensing authority to the department rather than licensing boards; removing continuing education requirements; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 474.2021, F.S.; revising requirements related to prescriptions by veterinarians practicing telehealth; providing licensing authority to the department rather hb991-02-c2 than licensing boards; amending s. 259.1053, F.S.; removing the Babcock Ranch Advisory Group; amending s. 399.035, F.S.; revising the requirements for accessibility of elevators for the physically handicapped; amending s. 373.219, F.S.; providing an exception to the permit requirement for certain landscape irrigation water users; amending s. 455.02, F.S.; specifying that certain license application requirements apply only to certain professions; amending s. 455.213, F.S.; providing regulation authority to the department to regulate a cosmetologist or cosmetology specialist review an applicant's criminal record; amending s. 468.386, F.S.; requiring the department to reduce fees by a specified percentage on a certain date; amending s. 468.609, F.S.; revising the standards for certification as a building code inspector or plans examiner; amending s. 471.015, F.S.; revising who the department must certify as qualified for a license by endorsement for the practice of engineering; amending s. 473.308, F.S.; revising the education and work experience requirements for a certified public accountant license; directing the department to prescribe specified coursework for licensure; revising requirements for licensure by endorsement; removing hb991-02-c2 provisions relating to licensure of applicants with work experience in foreign countries; providing applicability; creating s. 473.3085, F.S.; requiring an international applicant who seeks licensure as a certified public accountant in this state to meet specified criteria prescribed by the department; requiring such applicants to apply to the department; requiring such applicants to create and maintain an online account with the department; providing that the applicant's e-mail address serves as the primary means of communication from the department; requiring an applicant to submit any change in certain information within a specified timeframe through the department's online system; requiring the department to certify an applicant who meets certain requirements; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 473.3141, F.S.; revising requirements for certified public accountants licensed in another state or a territory of the United States to practice in this state without obtaining a license; amending s. 476.184, F.S.; requiring the department to adopt rules; requiring a mobile barbershop to comply with all licensure and operating requirements that apply to a barbershop at a fixed location; providing an exception; requiring a mobile barbershop to have a permanent business address hb991-02-c2 in a specified location; requiring that certain records be kept at the permanent business address; requiring a mobile barbershop licenseholder to file with the department a written monthly itinerary that provides certain information; requiring that a licenseholder comply with certain laws and ordinances; amending s. 476.188, F.S.; providing that a barbershop must be licensed with the department, rather than registered; authorizing the practice of barbering to be performed in a location other than a licensed barbershop under certain circumstances; amending s. 481.213, F.S.; revising who the department shall certify as qualified for a license by endorsement in the practice of architecture; amending s. 499.012, F.S.; revising permit application requirements for sale, transfer, assignment, or lease; removing permit application requirements for a prescription drug wholesale distributor to include a designated representative; amending s. 499.0121, F.S.; removing a designated representative as a responsible person who must be listed by a wholesale distributor; amending s. 499.041, F.S.; removing a requirement that the department assess each person applying for certification as a designated representative a fee, plus the cost of processing a criminal history record hb991-02-c2 check; amending s. 509.261, F.S.; prohibiting a lodging establishment or a public food service establishment from selling hemp in violation of the state hemp program; reordering and amending s. 569.002, F.S; making technical changes; amending s. 569.006, F.S.; revising the violations for which retail tobacco products dealers are penalized; amending 569.35, F.S.; revising retail nicotine product dealer administrative penalties; amending s. 581.217, F.S.; defining the term "division"; authorizing the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco to assist any agent of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services in enforcing the state hemp program; authorizing the division to enter any public or private premises during a specified timeframe in the performance of its duties; reenacting and amending s. 20.60, F.S.; revising the list of divisions and offices within the Department of Commerce to conform to changes made by the act; revising the annual program reports that must be included in the annual report of the Department of Commerce; amending s. 163.3168, F.S.; requiring the state land planning agency to give preference for technical assistance funding to local governments located in a rural area of opportunity; requiring the hb991-02-c2 agency to consult with the Office of Rural Prosperity when awarding certain funding; amending s. 215.971, F.S.; providing construction regarding agreements funded with federal or state assistance; requiring the agency to expedite payment requests from a county, municipality, or rural area of opportunity for a specified purpose; requiring each state agency to report to the Office of Rural Prosperity by a certain date with a summary of certain information; requiring the office to summarize the information it receives for its annual report; amending s. 218.67, F.S.; revising the conditions required for a county to be considered a fiscally constrained county; authorizing eligible counties to receive a distribution of sales and use tax revenue; revising the sources that the Department of Revenue must use to determine the amount distributed to fiscally constrained counties; revising the factors for allocation of the distribution of revenue to fiscally constrained counties; requiring that the computation and amount distributed be calculated based on a specified rounding algorithm; authorizing specified uses for the revenue; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 288.0001, F.S.; requiring the Office of Economic and Demographic Research and the Office of Program Policy Analysis and hb991-02-c2 Government Accountability (OPPAGA) to prepare a report for a specified purpose; specifying requirements for the report; providing that the Office of Economic and Demographic Research and OPPAGA must be provided with all data necessary to complete the rural communities or areas report upon request; authorizing the Office of Economic and Demographic Research and OPPAGA to collaborate on all data collection and analysis; requiring the Office of Economic and Demographic Research and OPPAGA to submit the report to the Legislature by a specified date; providing additional requirements for the report; providing for expiration; amending s. 288.001, F.S.; requiring the Florida Small Business Development Center Network to use certain funds appropriated for a specified purpose; authorizing the network to dedicate funds to facilitate certain events; amending s. 288.007, F.S.; revising which local governments and economic development organizations seeking to recruit businesses are required to submit a specified report; creating s. 288.013, F.S.; providing legislative findings; creating the Office of Rural Prosperity within the Department of Commerce; requiring the Governor to appoint a director, subject to confirmation by the Senate; providing that the hb991-02-c2 director reports to and serves at the pleasure of the secretary of the department; providing the duties of the office; requiring the office to establish by a specified date a certain number of regional rural community liaison centers across this state for a specified purpose; providing the powers, duties, and functions of the liaison centers; requiring the liaison centers, to the extent possible, to coordinate with certain entities; requiring the liaison centers to engage with the Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI); requiring at least one staff member of a liaison center to attend the monthly meetings in person or by means of electronic communication; requiring the director of the office to submit an annual report to the Administration Commission in the Executive Office of the Governor; specifying requirements for the annual report; requiring that the annual report also be submitted to the Legislature by a specified date and published on the office's website; requiring the director of the office to attend the next Administration Commission meeting to present detailed information from the annual report; requiring OPPAGA to review the effectiveness of the office by a certain date annually until a specified date; requiring OPPAGA to review the office at hb991-02-c2 specified intervals; requiring such reviews to include certain information to be considered by the Legislature; requiring that such reports be submitted to the Legislature; requiring OPPAGA to review certain strategies from other states; requiring OPPAGA to submit to the Legislature its findings at certain intervals; creating s. 288.014, F.S.; providing legislative findings; requiring the Office of Rural Prosperity to administer the Renaissance Grants Program to provide block grants to eligible communities; requiring the Office of Economic and Demographic Research to certify to the Office of Rural Prosperity certain information by a specified date; defining the term "growth-impeded"; requiring the Office of Economic and Demographic Research to certify annually that a county remains growth-impeded until such county has positive population growth for a specified amount of time; providing that such county, after 3 consecutive years of population growth, is eligible to participate in the program for 1 additional year; requiring a county eligible for the program to enter into an agreement with the Office of Rural Prosperity in order to receive the block grant; giving such counties broad authority to design their specific plans; prohibiting the Office of Rural hb991-02-c2 Prosperity from determining how such counties implement the block grant; requiring regional rural community liaison center staff to provide assistance, upon request; requiring participating counties to report annually to the Office of Rural Prosperity with certain information; providing that a participating county receives a specified amount from funds appropriated to the program; requiring participating counties to make all attempts to limit the amount spent on administrative costs; authorizing participating counties to contribute other funds for block grant purposes; requiring participating counties to hire a renaissance coordinator; providing that funds from the block grant may be used to hire the renaissance coordinator; providing the responsibilities of the renaissance coordinator; requiring the regional rural community liaison center staff to provide assistance and training to the renaissance coordinator, upon request; requiring participating counties to design a plan to make targeted investments to achieve population growth and increase economic vitality; providing requirements for such plans; requiring participating counties to develop intergovernmental agreements with certain entities in order to implement the plan; requiring the hb991-02-c2 Auditor General to conduct an operational audit every 2 years for a specified purpose; requiring the Office of Economic and Demographic Research to provide an annual report on a specified date of renaissance block grant recipients by county; providing requirements for the annual report; requiring that the report be submitted to the Legislature; prohibiting funds appropriated for the program from being subject to reversion; providing for an expiration of the section; creating s. 288.0175, F.S.; creating the Public Infrastructure Smart Technology Grant Program within the Office of Rural Prosperity; defining terms; requiring the office to contract with one or more smart technology lead organizations to administer a grant program for a specified purpose; providing the criteria for such contracts; requiring that projects funded by the grant program be included in the office's annual report; amending s. 288.018, F.S.; requiring the office, rather than the Department of Commerce, to establish a grant program to provide funding for regional economic development organizations; revising who may apply for such grants; providing that a grant award may not exceed a certain amount in a year; providing exceptions to a provision that the department may expend a certain amount for a hb991-02-c2 certain purpose; amending s. 288.019, F.S.; revising the program criteria and procedures that agencies and organizations of REDI are required to review; revising the list of impacts each REDI agency and organization must consider in its review; requiring REDI agencies and organizations to develop a proposal for modifications which minimizes the financial and resource impacts to a rural community; requiring that ranking of evaluation criteria and scoring procedures be used only when ranking is a component of the program; requiring that match requirements be waived or reduced for rural communities; providing that donations of land may be treated as in-kind matches; requiring each agency and organization that applies for or receives federal funding to request federal approval to waive or reduce the financial match requirements, if any, for projects in rural communities; requiring that proposals be submitted to the office, rather than the department; requiring each REDI agency and organization to modify rules or policies as necessary to reflect the finalized proposal; requiring that information about authorized waivers be included on the office's online rural resource directory; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 288.021, F.S.; requiring, when hb991-02-c2 practicable, the economic development liaison to serve as the agency representative for REDI; amending s. 288.065, F.S.; defining the term "unit of local government"; requiring the office to include in its annual report certain information about the Rural Community Development Revolving Loan Fund; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 288.0655, F.S.; revising the list of grants that may be awarded by the office; deleting the authorization for local match requirements to be waived for a catalyst site; revising the list of departments the office must consult with to certify applicants; requiring the office to include certain information about the Rural Infrastructure Trust Fund in its annual report; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 288.0656, F.S.; providing legislative findings; providing that REDI is created within the Office of Rural Prosperity, rather than the department; deleting the definitions of the terms "catalyst project" and "catalyst site"; requiring that an alternate for each designated deputy secretary be a deputy secretary or higher-level staff person; requiring that the names of such alternates be reported to the director of the office; requiring at least one rural liaison to participate in REDI hb991-02-c2 meetings; requiring REDI to meet at least each month; deleting a provision that a rural area of opportunity may designate catalyst projects; requiring REDI to submit a certain report to the office, rather than to the department; specifying requirements for such report; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; repealing s. 288.06561, F.S., relating to reduction or waiver of financial match requirements; amending s. 288.0657, F.S.; requiring the office, rather than the department, to provide grants to assist rural communities; providing that such grants may be used for specified purposes; requiring the rural liaison to assist those applying for such grants; providing that marketing grants may include certain funding; amending s. 288.1226, F.S.; revising required components of the 4-year marketing plan of the Florida Tourism Industry Marketing Corporation; repealing s. 288.12266, F.S., relating to the Targeted Marketing Assistance Program; amending s. 288.9961, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "underserved"; requiring the office to consult with regional rural community liaison centers on development of a certain strategic plan; requiring rural liaisons to assist rural communities with providing feedback in applying for federal grants for hb991-02-c2 broadband Internet services; requiring the office to submit reports with specified information to the Governor and the Legislature within certain timeframes; repealing s. 290.06561, F.S., relating to designation of rural enterprise zones as catalyst sites; amending s. 334.044, F.S.; revising the powers and duties of the Department of Transportation; amending s. 339.0801, F.S.; revising the allocation of funds received in the State Transportation Trust Fund; amending s. 339.2816, F.S.; requiring, rather than authorizing, that certain funds received from the State Transportation Trust Fund be used for the Small County Road Assistance Program; requiring the department to use other additional revenues for the Small County Road Assistance Program; providing an exception from the prohibition against funding capacity improvements on county roads; amending s. 339.2817, F.S.; revising the criteria that the Department of Transportation must consider for evaluating projects for County Incentive Grant Program assistance; requiring the department to give priority to counties located either wholly or partially within the Everglades Agricultural Area and which request a specified percentage of project costs for eligible projects; specifying a limitation on such requests; hb991-02-c2 providing for future expiration; amending s. 339.2818, F.S.; deleting a provision that the funds allocated under the Small County Outreach Program are in addition to the Small County Road Assistance Program; deleting a provision that a local government within the Everglades Agricultural Area, the Peace River Basin, or the Suwannee River Basin may compete for additional funding; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; making a technical change; amending s. 339.68, F.S.; providing legislative findings; creating the Florida Arterial Road Modernization Program within the Department of Commerce; defining the term "rural community"; requiring the department to allocate from the State Transportation Trust Fund a minimum sum in each fiscal year to fund the program; providing that such funding is in addition to any other funding provided to the program; providing criteria the department must use to prioritize projects for funding under the program; requiring the department to submit a report to the Governor and the Legislature by a specified date; requiring that such report be submitted every 2 years thereafter; providing the criteria for such report; requiring the Department of Transportation to allocate additional funds to implement the Small County Road Assistance hb991-02-c2 Program and amend the tentative work program for a specified number of fiscal years; requiring the department to submit a budget amendment before the adoption of the work program; requiring the department to allocate sufficient funds to implement the Florida Arterial Road Modernization Program; requiring the department to amend the current tentative work program for a specified number of fiscal years to include the program's projects; requiring the department to submit a budget amendment before the implementation of the program; requiring that the revenue increases in the State Transportation Trust Fund which are derived from the act be used to fund the work program; amending s. 420.9073, F.S.; revising the calculation of guaranteed amounts distributed from the Local Government Housing Trust Fund; reenacting and amending s. 420.9075, F.S.; authorizing a certain percentage of the funds made available in each county and eligible municipality from the local housing distribution to be used to preserve multifamily affordable rental housing; specifying what such funds may be used for; providing an expiration; amending ss. 163.3187, 212.205, 257.191, 257.193, 265.283, 288.11621, 288.11631, 443.191, 571.26, and 571.265, F.S.; conforming cross- references and provisions to changes made by the act; hb991-02-c2 reenacting s. 288.9935(8), F.S., relating to the Microfinance Guarantee Program, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 20.60, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting ss. 125.0104(5)(c), 193.624(3), 196.182(2), 218.12(1), 218.125(1), 218.135(1), 218.136(1), 252.35(2)(cc), 288.102(4), 403.064(16)(g), 589.08(2) and (3), and 1011.62(1)(f), F.S., relating to authorized uses of tourist development tax; applicability of assessments of renewable energy source devices; application of exemptions of renewable energy source devices; appropriations to offset reductions in ad valorem tax revenue in fiscally constrained counties; offset for tax loss associated with certain constitutional amendments affecting fiscally constrained counties; offset for tax loss associated with reductions in value of certain citrus fruit packing and processing equipment; offset for ad valorem revenue loss affecting fiscally constrained counties; Division of Emergency Management powers; one-to-one match requirement under the Supply Chain Innovation Grant Program; applicability of provisions related to reuse of reclaimed water; land acquisition restrictions; and funds for operation of schools, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 218.67, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. hb991-02-c2 403.0741(6)(c), F.S., relating to grease waste removal and disposal, to incorporate the amendments made to ss. 218.67 and 339.2818, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 163.3177(7)(e), F.S., relating to required and optional elements of comprehensive plans and studies and surveys, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 288.0656, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 288.9962(7)(a), F.S., relating to the Broadband Opportunity Program, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 288.9961, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 339.66(5) and (6), F.S., relating to upgrades of arterial highways with controlled access facilities, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 339.68, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting ss. 420.9072(4) and (6), 420.9076(7)(b), and 420.9079(2), F.S., relating to the State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program, adoption of affordable housing incentive strategies and committees, and the Local Government Housing Trust Fund, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 420.9073, F.S., in references thereto; amending s. 553.79, F.S.; prohibiting a local enforcement agency from denying the issuance of a certificate of occupancy to an owner of residential or commercial property based on noncompliance with Florida-friendly hb991-02-c2 landscaping ordinances in certain circumstances; prohibiting a local enforcement agency from denying the issuance of a building permit for the alteration, modification, or repair of a single-family residential structure in certain circumstances; prohibiting a local enforcement agency from requiring a building permit for the construction of playground equipment or a fence on certain property; amending s. 475.17, F.S.; removing postlicensure education requirements for brokers, broker associates, and sales associates; amending ss. 475.175 and 475.180, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 475.182, F.S.; removing continuing education requirements for licensure renewal as a broker, a broker associate, and a sales associate; amending s. 475.183, F.S.; removing continuing education requirements for licensure renewal due to inactive status; amending s. 481.321, F.S.; revising provisions relating to seals and display of certificate number of registered landscape architects; amending s. 624.341, F.S.; providing legislative findings; requiring the Department of Law Enforcement to accept and process certain fingerprints; specifying procedures for submitting and processing fingerprinting; providing fees for fingerprinting; authorizing the department to hb991-02-c2 exchange certain records with the Office of Insurance Regulation for certain purposes; specifying that fingerprints must be submitted in accordance with certain rules; authorizing fingerprints to be submitted through a third-party vendor authorized by the department; requiring the department to conduct certain background checks; requiring certain background checks to be conducted through the Federal Bureau of Investigation; requiring that fingerprints be submitted and entered into a specified system; specifying who bears the costs of fingerprint processing; requiring the office to review certain background checks results and to make certain determination; requiring that certain criminal history records be used by the office for certain purposes; amending s. 475.613, F.S.; granting certain authority to the department, rather than the Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board; amending ss. 475.25, 475.611, 475.612, 475.614, 475.6145, 475.6147, 475.615, 475.617, 475.6171, 475.618, 475.619, 475.621, 475.6222, 475.6235, 475.624, 475.6245, 475.625, 475.626, 475.627, 475.628, 475.629, 475.630, and 475.631, F.S.; revising provisions pertaining to the board to transfer powers, duties, and responsibilities of the board to the Department of Business and hb991-02-c2 Professional Regulation; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Commerce Committee, State Affairs Committee, Mike Giallombardo (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/SB 110
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WA bill #SB5284 • Last Action 04/25/2025
Improving Washington's solid waste management outcomes.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a comprehensive extended producer responsibility (EPR) program for packaging and paper products in Washington state. The goal is to improve solid waste management outcomes by shifting the responsibility for recycling and waste reduction from local governments and taxpayers to the producers of packaging and paper products. Key provisions include requiring producers to form producer responsibility organizations (PROs) that will develop and implement plans to collect, recycle, and reduce waste from their packaging, with a focus on increasing recycling rates, reducing environmental impacts, and ensuring equitable access to recycling services across the state. The bill mandates that by 2026, producers must join a PRO or create their own plan, with plans due by 2028. These plans must include performance targets for recycling, composting, plastic source reduction, and postconsumer recycled content. PROs will be responsible for funding and implementing recycling programs, reimbursing service providers, conducting education and outreach, and investing in infrastructure to improve recycling systems. The legislation also establishes an advisory council to provide input and oversight, requires detailed annual reporting, and includes provisions for enforcement and potential penalties for non-compliance. A unique aspect of the bill is its emphasis on equity, requiring PROs to address disparities in recycling access for socially vulnerable populations and overburdened communities. The bill also includes studies on potential future improvements, such as a potential beverage container deposit system, and requires minimum wage standards for workers at large material recovery facilities. The ultimate aim is to create a more sustainable and efficient waste management system that reduces environmental impacts and promotes circular economy principles.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to improving Washington's solid waste management 2 outcomes; amending RCW 70A.205.045, 70A.205.500, 81.77.030, 3 81.77.160, 81.77.185, and 70A.245.100; reenacting and amending RCW 4 43.21B.110, 43.21B.300, and 49.48.082; adding a new section to 5 chapter 49.46 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 70A RCW; creating 6 new sections; prescribing penalties; and providing an expiration 7 date. 8
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 15 : Liz Lovelett (D)*, Sharon Shewmake (D), T'wina Nobles (D), Jessica Bateman (D), Jesse Salomon (D), Rebecca Saldaña (D), Derek Stanford (D), Claire Wilson (D), Noel Frame (D), Jamie Pedersen (D), Bob Hasegawa (D), Marko Liias (D), Tina Orwall (D), Vandana Slatter (D), Javier Valdez (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 80
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Delivered to Governor.
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WA bill #SB5419 • Last Action 04/25/2025
Modifying reports of fire losses.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies how insurers report fire losses in Washington state by establishing more comprehensive and detailed reporting requirements. Specifically, insurers must now submit a report to the insurance commissioner within 90 days of closing a fire loss claim, including specific details such as the property address, date of loss, amount paid on each coverage, known origin and cause of the loss, and the insurer's NAIC company number. If an insurer suspects the fire loss might be due to criminal activity, they must immediately report this to local law enforcement and the insurance commissioner, providing investigation details. The bill also creates new confidentiality provisions, protecting these reports from public disclosure while allowing limited sharing with specific entities like law enforcement, rating bureaus, and fire safety officials. Additionally, the insurance commissioner is required to publish quarterly aggregate reports of fire losses by zip code, starting 12 months after the reporting requirements are initiated. Insurers are granted immunity from civil liability for making these reports unless actual malice can be proven. The bill aims to improve fire loss tracking, support investigations, and enhance public safety planning while maintaining individual privacy protections.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to reports of fire losses; and amending RCW 2 42.56.400, 48.05.320, and 48.50.040. 3
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : John Lovick (D)*, Ron Muzzall (R), T'wina Nobles (D), Sharon Shewmake (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Delivered to Governor.
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OK bill #SB546 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Data privacy; establishing consumer rights for processing of certain data. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive data privacy protections for Oklahoma residents, creating a framework for how businesses (referred to as "controllers") must handle personal data. The bill grants consumers several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being processed, access and correct their data, request deletion of their data, obtain a copy of their data in a portable format, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain types of profiling. Controllers must respond to consumer requests within 45 days and provide a clear, accessible privacy notice explaining what data they collect and how consumers can exercise their rights. The bill applies to businesses that either process data for at least 100,000 consumers annually or process data for at least 25,000 consumers and derive over 50% of their gross revenue from selling personal data. Importantly, the bill gives the Attorney General exclusive enforcement authority, with potential civil penalties of up to $7,500 per violation. The law includes numerous exemptions for certain types of organizations and data, such as healthcare providers, financial institutions, and nonprofits, and it will become effective on July 1, 2026. Notably, the bill does not provide a private right of action, meaning consumers cannot sue directly for violations, but must rely on the Attorney General for enforcement.
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Bill Summary: data privacy - consumer rights - consumer requests - appeal process - exceptions - privacy notice - disclosures - contracts - data protection assessments - action - penalties - fees and expenses - evidentiary privileges - liability - codification - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brent Howard (R)*, Josh West (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass Commerce and Economic Development Oversight Committee
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NV bill #AB59 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Revises provisions relating to governmental administration. (BDR 45-300)
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises several provisions related to wildlife and governmental administration in Nevada. It expands the enforcement authority of game wardens, allowing them to enforce all state laws regardless of whether they are performing wildlife-related duties. The bill broadens the prohibition on intentionally feeding wildlife to include any wild mammal or game bird classified by wildlife regulations, with an exception for bird feeders near private residences. Additionally, the bill prohibits bringing into or possessing excrement or bodily fluids from certain animals like elk, deer, and moose. The legislation increases civil penalties for unlawfully killing or possessing a moose, bringing it in line with penalties for trophy big game mammals. Importantly, the bill eliminates the permit program for alternative livestock (fallow deer or reindeer), making it a misdemeanor to import, possess, or propagate such animals without following state quarantine regulations. The bill makes numerous technical and conforming changes across various Nevada Revised Statutes to remove references to alternative livestock and update language related to wildlife management and enforcement.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to governmental administration; revising provisions relating to the authority of game wardens to enforce laws; revising provisions governing the prohibition against intentionally feeding certain animals; prohibiting, with certain exceptions, a person or any agent or employee of a person from knowingly bringing into or possessing in this State the excrement or bodily fluid of certain animals; revising provisions governing certain civil penalties for unlawfully killing or possessing certain big game mammals; revising provisions relating to the importation, possession and propagation of certain fallow deer or reindeer; providing penalties; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 11/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: Senate Natural Resources Hearing (15:30:00 4/24/2025 Room 2144)
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MI bill #SB0003 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Health: pharmaceuticals; prescription drug cost and affordability review act; create. Creates new act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Prescription Drug Cost and Affordability Review Act, which establishes a Prescription Drug Affordability Board and a Prescription Drug Affordability Stakeholder Council to review and potentially regulate prescription drug prices in Michigan. The board will consist of 5 members appointed by the governor with expertise in healthcare economics, policy, and patient advocacy, who will be responsible for selecting prescription drug products for review based on specific criteria such as high wholesale acquisition costs or significant price increases. The board can conduct cost and affordability reviews and potentially establish upper payment limits for certain drugs if they determine the medications create affordability challenges for healthcare systems or patients. The stakeholder council, composed of 21 members representing various stakeholders like manufacturers, healthcare providers, insurers, and patient advocates, will assist the board in its decision-making. The bill requires annual reporting to the legislature about drug price trends and includes provisions for appealing board decisions. A one-time study will be conducted to examine generic drug pricing, insurance impacts, and potential drug shortages. The board is authorized to create rules and enter contracts to implement the act, though implementation is subject to state appropriation. The bill aims to increase transparency and potentially control prescription drug costs for patients and healthcare systems in Michigan.
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Bill Summary: A bill to provide for a cost and affordability review of certain prescription drug products; to create the prescription drug pricing board and prescription drug affordability stakeholder council and to prescribe their powers and duties; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to establish upper payment limits for certain prescription drug products and provide remedies; and to provide for the promulgation of rules.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Darrin Camilleri (D)*, Stephanie Chang (D), John Cherry (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Government Operations
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CA bill #AB324 • Last Action 04/24/2025
California Values Act: exception.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the California Values Act to add an additional exception to the existing restrictions on law enforcement agencies' cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Specifically, the bill allows California law enforcement agencies to perform responsibilities within their jurisdiction regarding individuals who are alleged to have committed or have been previously convicted of sex trafficking (specifically violations of Penal Code section 236.1(c)). The California Values Act generally prohibits law enforcement agencies from using resources or personnel for immigration enforcement purposes, such as investigating immigration status, detaining individuals based on immigration status, or transferring individuals to immigration authorities. The new provision creates a targeted exception for cases involving sex trafficking, enabling law enforcement to take actions related to investigating or addressing such offenses without being constrained by the existing immigration enforcement restrictions. This amendment provides law enforcement with more flexibility in handling cases specifically related to sex trafficking while maintaining the broader protections against general immigration enforcement activities established by the original California Values Act.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 7284.6 of the Government Code, relating to law enforcement.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kate Sanchez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/27/2025
• Last Action: From committee: Without further action pursuant to Joint Rule 62(a).
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FL bill #S1266 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Public Records/Crime Victims/Officers Involved in Use of Force Incidents
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to enhance privacy protections for crime victims and law enforcement officers involved in use of force incidents. It expands existing exemptions by defining key terms such as "victim" and "use of force incident" and creates new restrictions on releasing identifying information. For crime victims, the bill protects not just their basic contact information, but also any records that could potentially be used to locate, intimidate, harass, or abuse the victim or their family. For law enforcement officers involved in use of force incidents, the bill establishes a 72-hour confidentiality period during which the officer's identity remains private, with the potential for the employing agency head to extend this period if deemed necessary. The bill includes provisions for agencies to access these records for official purposes and requires legislative review of these exemptions by October 2, 2030. The Legislature justifies these changes by emphasizing the need to protect victims and officers from potential harm or retaliation that could result from the public disclosure of their personal information. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and represents an effort to balance public transparency with individual safety concerns.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing definitions; expanding a public records exemption for crime victims to include the name and personal identification number of the victim and any other information or records that could be used to locate, intimidate, harass, or abuse a victim or the victim’s family; providing that such exemption includes records generated by any agency that regularly generates information from or concerning the victims of crime; providing that certain records identifying law enforcement officers who are involved in a use of force incident are confidential and exempt for a specified timeframe; providing requirements for extending such timeframe; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Criminal Justice, Rules, Joe Gruters (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: CS failed to pass; YEAS 23 NAYS 14
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CA bill #AB370 • Last Action 04/24/2025
California Public Records Act: cyberattacks.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the California Public Records Act to modify how public agencies can handle records requests during unusual circumstances, specifically during cyberattacks and states of emergency. Under the current law, agencies have 10 days to respond to public records requests, with the possibility of a 14-day extension under "unusual circumstances." The bill refines the definition of unusual circumstances by explicitly allowing agencies to extend response times if they are unable to access electronic servers or systems due to a cyberattack, but only until they regain access to those systems. For state of emergency situations, the bill requires that the emergency not just currently affect the agency's ability to respond, but directly affect it, such as through staffing shortages or facility closures. The bill aims to balance public access to records with agencies' operational challenges during technological disruptions or emergencies, providing a clear framework for handling records requests when normal operations are impeded. Importantly, the bill does not relieve agencies of their fundamental obligation to respond to records requests, and it applies only to the specific circumstances of cyberattacks or proclaimed states of emergency that directly impact an agency's ability to process information requests.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 7922.535 of the Government Code, relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Juan Carrillo (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.
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OK bill #HB2154 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Charter schools; Oklahoma Charter Schools Act; exemptions; financial statements; contract requirements; effective date; emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act by introducing two key changes to the existing regulations governing charter schools. First, the bill exempts charter schools from filing a written itemized statement of estimated needs and probable income, which was previously required under state financial reporting guidelines. Second, the bill mandates that charter school governing boards must approve a budget for the upcoming fiscal year before it begins, adding a new layer of financial planning and oversight. These changes aim to streamline administrative requirements for charter schools while ensuring they maintain proper financial planning and transparency. The bill retains most existing provisions about charter school operations, including requirements for governance, educational programming, testing participation, compliance with disability education laws, and performance evaluation. The modifications will take effect on July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause indicating the immediate importance of these changes to public education in Oklahoma. The bill represents a nuanced adjustment to the state's charter school regulations, seeking to balance administrative efficiency with financial accountability.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-136, as amended by Section 7, Chapter 323, O.S.L. 2023 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 3-136), which relates to the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act; exempting certain financial statements from contract requirements; requiring the approval of charter school budgets before each fiscal year; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Rob Hall (R)*, Brian Guthrie (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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AL bill #HB615 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Alabama Department of Public Health, certification of community health workers and training programs provided; Community Health Workers Review Board and Program established
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for community health workers (CHWs) in Alabama by creating the Community Health Worker Certification Act. The legislation defines CHWs as trusted frontline public health workers who serve as liaisons between health services and communities, with specific core competencies including communication, service coordination, advocacy, and cultural competency. The bill establishes a Community Health Workers Review Board within the Alabama Department of Public Health to develop and oversee a certification program for CHWs and their training programs. The board will include representatives from various state agencies, legislative bodies, and community health worker associations, ensuring diverse representation. The certification program will provide multi-tiered training opportunities through both academic and community-based programs, with the goal of preparing CHWs for career pathways. While certification will be available, it will not be mandatory for employment. The program will set certification fees (not exceeding $200 for initial certification and $150 for renewal), maintain a registry of certified CHWs and training programs, and establish processes for approving, renewing, and potentially revoking certifications. Importantly, the bill specifies that CHWs cannot provide direct medical care or perform services requiring professional licensing. The act is set to become effective on October 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to develop the necessary infrastructure and guidelines.
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Bill Summary: Alabama Department of Public Health, certification of community health workers and training programs provided; Community Health Workers Review Board and Program established
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• Introduced: 04/24/2025
• Added: 04/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kenyatté Hassell (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Pending House Health
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FL bill #S1174 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Licensure of Family Foster Homes
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the licensure process for family foster homes in Florida by requiring the Department of Children and Families to create new rules that make it easier for licensed foster parents who relocate within the state to maintain their licensing status. Specifically, the bill mandates that the department develop streamlined procedures for foster parents moving to a new location, which must include prioritizing their application review, conducting expedited home studies and background checks, and recognizing foster parent training coursework they have previously completed. The goal is to reduce bureaucratic barriers and make the relocation process smoother for foster parents who are already in good standing with the state. The new rules aim to support foster parents by simplifying administrative procedures and acknowledging their existing qualifications when they move to a new location within Florida. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, giving the Department of Children and Families time to develop and implement the new streamlined licensing procedures.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to licensure of family foster homes; amending s. 409.175, F.S.; requiring the Department of Children and Families to adopt rules to streamline the licensure application process for licensed foster parents who relocate within this state; requiring that such rules include priority review of applications, expedited home studies and background checks, and recognition of prior foster parent training coursework; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services, Children, Families, and Elder Affairs, Shev Jones (D)*, Darryl Rouson (D), Tracie Davis (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/HB 989
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VT bill #H0011 • Last Action 04/24/2025
An act relating to consumer protections applicable to broadband and VoIP services
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive consumer protections for broadband and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services in Vermont. The legislation creates a new subchapter called the "Vermont Broadband Consumer Protection and Competition Act" that aims to promote a competitive and fair broadband market. Key provisions include prohibiting unfair practices by broadband providers, such as misrepresenting service terms, imposing excessive termination fees, charging unreasonable equipment fees, and implementing predatory data caps. The bill requires providers to submit annual reports to the Attorney General detailing their service plans, pricing, and performance, and establishes a consumer complaint tracking system. For VoIP services, the bill mandates the Commissioner of Public Service to monitor health and public safety risks, review outage reports, ensure E-911 compliance, and develop consumer education initiatives. The Attorney General is empowered to investigate and enforce these protections, with the ability to assess costs against providers and submit annual reports to the General Assembly. The bill also includes special provisions to protect consumers during declared states of emergency and emphasizes the importance of broadband access for economic, educational, and social opportunities in Vermont's rural communities. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage and is designed to be liberally construed to accomplish its consumer protection goals.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to establish various consumer protection provisions applicable to broadband service and to Voice over Internet Protocol service.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Sibilia (I)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 12/30/2024
• Last Action: House Committee on Energy and Digital Infrastructure Hearing (00:00:00 4/24/2025 )
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FL bill #H0989 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Licensure of Family Foster Homes
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's laws regarding foster home licensure by requiring the Department of Children and Families to develop streamlined rules for licensed foster parents who relocate within the state. Specifically, the bill mandates that the department create a more efficient application process for foster parents in good standing who move to a new location, which includes implementing priority review of applications, conducting expedited home studies and background checks, and recognizing previous foster parent training coursework. The goal is to make the licensure transfer process easier and faster for foster parents who are already experienced and have a proven track record, thereby reducing administrative barriers and potentially helping to maintain a stable foster care system. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, and will apply to existing licensed foster parents who move within Florida, ensuring they can continue providing foster care with minimal disruption.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to licensure of family foster homes; amending s. 409.175, F.S.; requiring the Department of Children and Families to adopt rules to streamline the licensure application process for licensed foster parents who relocate within this state; requiring such rules to include priority review of applications, expedited home studies and background checks, and recognition of prior foster parent training coursework; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Health & Human Services Committee, Human Services Subcommittee, Gallop Franklin (D)*, Anna Eskamani (D), Jim Mooney (R), Michelle Salzman (R), Allison Tant (D), Susan L. Valdés (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Ordered enrolled
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VT bill #H0080 • Last Action 04/24/2025
An act relating to the Office of the Health Care Advocate
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens the role and capabilities of Vermont's Office of the Health Care Advocate (HCA), establishing it as an independent voice dedicated to promoting affordable and accessible healthcare for Vermonters. The bill expands the HCA's authority in several key areas, including allowing the office to submit questions and comments during insurance rate reviews and certificate of need proceedings, and providing more explicit rights to access information from state agencies and healthcare providers. The bill clarifies the HCA's duties to assist Vermonters with health insurance issues, investigate complaints, provide consumer education, and monitor health care policies, while also establishing stronger protections for the office's independence. Specifically, the bill requires state agencies to facilitate the HCA's participation in health care policymaking, mandates cooperation from healthcare providers and insurers, and prohibits conflicts of interest for the office's employees and contractors. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the HCA's role in representing Vermonters' perspectives in health care matters and ensures the office can speak and act on behalf of individuals' health care interests without fear of retaliation. The legislation will take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to enhance consumer advocacy and transparency in Vermont's healthcare system.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Office of the Health Care Advocate.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Mari Cordes (D)*, Daisy Berbeco (D), Alyssa Black (D), Brian Cina (D), Wendy Critchlow (D), Penny Demar (R), Leslie Goldman (D), Topper McFaun (R), Woody Page (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 04/30/2025
• Last Action: House message: Governor approved bill on April 23, 2025
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MS bill #SB2386 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Medicaid; make various amendments to the provisions of the program.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various technical and substantive amendments to Mississippi's Medicaid program, including changes to eligibility, services, and administrative procedures. The bill aims to modify and improve the state's Medicaid system in several key areas. Specifically, the bill expands Medicaid eligibility for several groups, including children in foster care (who can now remain eligible until age 26), men of reproductive age under the family planning program, and adjusting income thresholds for various population groups. It introduces new provisions for medical services, such as reimbursing for autism spectrum disorder services, preparticipation physical evaluations, and medications for chronic weight management. The bill also allows for oral contraceptives to be prescribed in 12-month increments and increases reimbursement rates for certain services. The legislation creates new requirements for maternal mental health, mandating that the State Department of Health develop educational materials about maternal mental health conditions and requiring healthcare providers to offer screening for postpartum depression. It establishes a new Medicaid Advisory Committee to replace the existing Medical Care Advisory Committee, in line with federal regulatory requirements. Administrative changes include reducing the notice period for proposed rate changes and state plan amendments from 30 to 15 days, extending certain Medicaid Enterprise System contracts, and providing the Division of Medicaid more flexibility in implementing payment and reimbursement programs. The bill also prohibits Medicaid coverage for gender transition procedures and introduces provisions for reimbursing ambulance services that provide assessment or triage. Notably, the bill includes provisions to maximize federal funding for hospital supplemental payment programs and maintain current payment methodologies for the fiscal year. The changes are designed to improve healthcare access, streamline administrative processes, and ensure more comprehensive coverage for Medicaid beneficiaries in Mississippi.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 43-13-115, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Make Certain Technical Amendments To The Provisions That Provide For Medicaid Eligibility And To Modify Age And Income And Eligibility Criteria To Reflect The Current Criteria; To Require The Division Of Medicaid To Submit A Waiver By July 1, 2025, To The Center For Medicare And Medicaid Services (cms) To Authorize The Division To Conduct Less Frequent Medical Redeterminations For Eligible Children Who Have Certain Long-term Or Chronic Conditions That Do Not Need To Be Reidentified Every Year; To Provide That Men Of Reproductive Age Are Eligible Under The Family Planning Program; To Conform With Federal Law To Allow Children In Foster Care To Be Eligible Until Their 26th Birthday; To Eliminate The Requirement That The Division Must Apply To Cms For Waivers To Provide Services For Certain Individuals Who Are End-stage Renal Disease Patients On Dialysis, Cancer Patients On Chemotherapy Or Organ Transplant Recipients On Antirejection Drugs; To Amend Section 43-13-117, Mississippi Code Of 1972, As Amended By House Bill No. 1401, 2025 Regular Session, To Make Certain Technical Amendments To The Provisions That Provide For Medicaid Services To Comply With Federal Law; To Eliminate The Option For Certain Rural Hospitals To Elect Against Reimbursement For Outpatient Hospital Services Using The Ambulatory Payment Classification (apc) Methodology; To Require The Division To Update The Case-mix Payment System And Fair Rental Reimbursement System As Necessary To Maintain Compliance With Federal Law; To Authorize The Division To Implement A Quality Or Value-based Component To The Nursing Facility Payment System; To Require The Division To Reimburse Pediatricians For Certain Primary Care Services As Defined By The Division At 100% Of The Rate Established Under Medicare; To Require The Division To Reimburse For One Pair Of Eyeglasses Every Two Years Instead Of Every Five Years For Certain Beneficiaries; To Authorize Oral Contraceptives To Be Prescribed And Dispensed In Twelve-month Supply Increments Under Family Planning Services; To Authorize The Division To Reimburse Ambulatory Surgical Care (asc) Based On 90% Of The Medicare Asc Payment System Rate In Effect July 1 Of Each Year As Set By Cms; To Authorize The Division To Provide Reimbursement For Devices Used For The Reduction Of Snoring And Obstructive Sleep Apnea; To Provide That No Later Than December 1, 2025, The Division Shall, In Consultation With The Mississippi Hospital Association, The Mississippi Healthcare Collaborative, The University Of Mississippi Medical Center And Any Other Hospitals In The State, Provide Recommendations To The Chairmen Of The Senate And House Medicaid Committees On Methods For Allowing Physicians Or Other Eligible Providers Employed Or Contracted At Any Hospital In The State To Participate In Any Medicare Upper Payment Limits (upl) Program, Allowable Delivery System Or Provider Payment Initiative Established By The Division, Subject To Federal Limitations On Collection Of Provider Taxes; To Provide That The Division Shall, In Consultation With The Mississippi Hospital Association, The Mississippi Healthcare Collaborative, The University Of Mississippi Medical Center And Any Other Hospitals In The State, Study The Feasibility Of Offering Alternative Models For Distribution Of Medical Claims And Supplemental Payments For Inpatient And Outpatient Hospital Services And To Study The Feasibility Of The Division Establishing A Medicare Upper Payment Limits Program To Physicians Employed Or Contracted By Hospitals Who Are Able To Participate In The Program Through An Intergovernmental Transfer; To Update And Clarify Language About The Division's Transition From The Medicare Upper Payment Limits (upl) Program To The Mississippi Hospital Access Program (mhap); To Provide That The Division Shall Maximize Total Federal Funding For Mhap, Upl And Other Supplemental Payment Programs In Effect For State Fiscal Year 2025 And Shall Not Change The Methodologies, Formulas, Models Or Preprints Used To Calculate The Distribution Of Supplemental Payments To Hospitals From Those Methodologies, Formulas, Models Or Preprints In Effect And As Approved By The Centers For Medicare And Medicaid Services For State Fiscal Year 2025; To Authorize The Division To Contract With The State Department Of Health To Provide For A Perinatal High Risk Management/infant Services System For Any Eligible Beneficiary Who Cannot Receive Such Services Under A Different Program; To Authorize The Division To Reimburse For Services At Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers; To Extend To July 1, 2027, The Date Of The Repealer On The Provision Of Law That Provides That The Division Shall Reimburse For Outpatient Hospital Services Provided To Eligible Medicaid Beneficiaries Under The Age Of 21 Years By Border City University-affiliated Pediatric Teaching Hospitals, Which Was Repealed By Operation Of Law In 2024; To Limit The Payment For Providing Services To Mississippi Medicaid Beneficiaries Under The Age Of 21 Years Who Are Treated By A Border City University-affiliated Pediatric Teaching Hospital; To Require The Division To Develop And Implement A Method For Reimbursement Of Autism Spectrum Disorder Services Based On A Continuum Of Care For Best Practices In Medically Necessary Early Intervention Treatment; To Require The Division To Reimburse For Preparticipation Physical Evaluations; To Require The Division To Reimburse For United States Food And Drug Administration Approved Medications For Chronic Weight Management Or For Additional Conditions In The Discretion Of The Medical Provider; To Require The Division To Provide Coverage And Reimbursement For Any Nonstatin Medication Approved By The United States Food And Drug Administration That Has A Unique Indication To Reduce The Risk Of A Major Cardiovascular Event In Primary Prevention And Secondary Prevention Patients; To Require The Division To Provide Coverage And Reimbursement For Any Nonopioid Medication Approved By The United States Food And Drug Administration For The Treatment Or Management Of Pain; To Reduce The Length Of Notice The Division Must Provide The Medicaid Committee Chairmen For Proposed Rate Changes And To Provide That Such Legislative Notice May Be Expedited; To Require The Division To Reimburse Ambulance Transportation Service Providers That Provide An Assessment, Triage Or Treatment For Eligible Medicaid Beneficiaries; To Set Certain Reimbursement Levels For Such Providers; To Extend To July 1, 2029, The Date Of The Repealer On Such Section; To Amend Section 43-13-121, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Division To Extend Its Medicaid Enterprise System And Fiscal Agent Services, Including All Related Components And Services, Contracts In Effect On June 30, 2025, For An Additional Two-year Period; To Authorize The Division To Enter Into A Two-year Contract With A Vendor To Provide Support Of The Division's Eligibility System; To Reduce The Length Of Notice The Division Must Provide The Medicaid Committee Chairmen For A Proposed State Plan Amendment And To Provide That Such Legislative Notice May Be Expedited; To Amend Section 43-13-305, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That When A Third-party Payor Requires Prior Authorization For An Item Or Service Furnished To A Medicaid Recipient, The Payor Shall Accept Authorization Provided By The Division Of Medicaid That The Item Or Service Is Covered Under The State Plan As If Such Authorization Were The Prior Authorization Made By The Third-party Payor For Such Item Or Service; To Amend Section 43-13-117.7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Division Shall Not Reimburse Or Provide Coverage For Gender Transition Procedures For Any Person; To Amend Section 43-13-145, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That A Quarterly Hospital Assessment May Exceed The Assessment In The Prior Quarter By More Than $3,750,000.00 If Such Increase Is To Maximize Federal Funds That Are Available To Reimburse Hospitals For Services Provided Under New Programs For Hospitals, For Increased Supplemental Payment Programs For Hospitals Or To Assist With State-matching Funds As Authorized By The Legislature; To Authorize The Division To Reduce Or Eliminate The Portion Of The Hospital Assessment Applicable To Long-term Acute Care Hospitals And Rehabilitation Hospitals If Cms Waives Certain Requirements; To Create New Section 41-140-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Define Terms; To Create New Section 41-140-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The State Department Of Health To Develop And Promulgate Written Educational Materials And Information For Health Care Professionals And Patients About Maternal Mental Health Conditions; To Require Hospitals Providing Birth Services To Provide Such Educational Materials To New Parents And, As Appropriate, Other Family Members; To Require That Such Materials Be Provided To Any Woman Who Presents With Signs Of A Maternal Mental Health Disorder; To Create New Section 41-140-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Any Health Care Provider Or Nurse Midwife Who Renders Postnatal Care Or Pediatric Infant Care To Ensure That The Postnatal Care Patient Or Birthing Mother Of The Pediatric Infant Care Patient, As Applicable, Is Offered Screening For Postpartum Depression And To Provide Appropriate Referrals If Such Patient Or Mother Is Deemed Likely To Be Suffering From Postpartum Depression; To Amend Section 43-13-107, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Establish A Medicaid Advisory Committee And Beneficiary Advisory Committee As Required Pursuant To Federal Regulations; To Provide That All Members Of The Medical Care Advisory Committee Serving On January 1, 2025, Shall Be Selected To Serve On The Medicaid Advisory Committee, And Such Members Shall Serve Until July 1, 2028; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Blackwell (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Vetoed
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RI bill #H5361 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Requires law enforcement agencies to obtain search warrants for electronic information, data, location information and other identifying information of subscribers and customers, except in specified circumstances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires law enforcement agencies to obtain search warrants before accessing electronic information, data, location information, or other identifying customer details, with specific exceptions. The legislation, titled the "Electronic Information and Data Privacy Act," establishes comprehensive guidelines for when and how law enforcement can obtain electronic data. Key provisions include requiring a warrant for accessing location information, stored data, or transmitted data from electronic devices, with exceptions for situations like stolen device tracking, emergency circumstances (such as imminent risk of serious injury or human trafficking), or when the device owner provides informed consent. The bill defines numerous technical terms, including "electronic device" and "location information," and outlines strict protocols for data collection and use. Law enforcement must notify device owners within 14 days of obtaining a warrant, though courts can authorize delays in notification under certain conditions. The bill also protects electronic communication service providers from liability when they provide information in good faith. Additionally, any electronic information obtained in violation of this act would be subject to exclusion rules similar to those governing Fourth Amendment violations, ensuring robust protection of individual privacy rights in digital communications and data.
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Bill Summary: This act would require law enforcement agencies to obtain search warrants for electronic information, data, location information and other identifying information of subscribers and customers, except in specified circumstances. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Leo Felix (D)*, David Place (R), Carol McEntee (D), David Morales (D), Jose Batista (D), Teresa Tanzi (D), John Lombardi (D), Brandon Potter (D), Cherie Cruz (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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OK bill #HB2095 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Oklahoma Open Records Act; thirty-day records request response time; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act by modifying the records request response procedures for public bodies. Specifically, the bill introduces a new requirement that public bodies must respond to records requests within thirty business days of receipt, which is a significant change to the existing law. The bill maintains the existing provisions of the Open Records Act, which require public records to be generally accessible during regular business hours, while preserving numerous existing exemptions for confidential information such as privileged legal documents, personal identification information, investigative files, and sensitive government records. The bill continues to limit copying fees (no more than 25 cents per page for standard documents and $1 per page for certified copies) and ensures that fees cannot be used to discourage information requests. The new response time requirement aims to provide more predictability and transparency in how public bodies handle open records requests, giving requestors a clear timeline for receiving the information they seek. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, allowing public bodies time to adjust their procedures to comply with the new 30-business-day response requirement.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Records Act; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 24A.5, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 116, O.S.L. 2024 (51 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 24A.5), which relates to the inspection, copying, and mechanical reproduction of records; modifying records response procedures; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Annie Menz (D)*, Julia Kirt (D)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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AL bill #SB346 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Alabama Resilience Council, created
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Alabama Resilience Council, a state government advisory group designed to proactively address potential disasters and enhance the state's ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from adverse events. The council will consist of voting members from various state agencies, including departments of Agriculture, Commerce, Conservation, and others, as well as non-voting members from federal agencies like FEMA and the National Weather Service. The council's primary responsibilities include developing statewide resilience strategies, assisting a Chief Resilience Officer in creating a comprehensive resilience plan, enhancing community awareness about potential risks, engaging the private sector in resilience efforts, and identifying funding opportunities for resilience initiatives. The Governor may appoint a Chief Resilience Officer who will lead the development of a detailed statewide resilience plan that includes a comprehensive risk assessment, prioritized resilience actions, and an implementation strategy. The plan must be completed within two years of the Chief Resilience Officer's appointment and will be reviewed and updated every two years. The bill aims to improve Alabama's capacity to anticipate, prepare for, and quickly recover from natural and man-made disasters by creating a coordinated, cross-sector approach to resilience planning. The act is set to become effective on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Alabama Resilience Council, created
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• Introduced: 04/24/2025
• Added: 04/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Livingston (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Pending Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development
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MO bill #HB374 • Last Action 04/24/2025
Modifies provisions relating to the Missouri ethics commission
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions related to the Missouri Ethics Commission, introducing several key changes. The bill requires political subdivisions to submit an annual attestation about their operating budget and provide a list of officials required to file financial interest statements by specific dates. It updates the financial interest statement requirements, mandating more comprehensive disclosures about income, business interests, gifts, travel expenses, and potential conflicts of interest. The bill also revises the composition and operation of the Missouri Ethics Commission, including how members are appointed, their terms of service, and restrictions on their activities. Additionally, the bill expands the commission's duties, giving it new powers to request information from political subdivisions, track candidates and decision-making public servants, and maintain more robust oversight of ethical compliance. The changes aim to increase transparency in government by creating more detailed reporting requirements and establishing clearer guidelines for ethics disclosure across various levels of Missouri's government.
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions relating to the Missouri ethics commission
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• Introduced: 12/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Peggy McGaugh (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 12/04/2024
• Last Action: Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 8 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
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CA bill #AB538 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Public works: payroll records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 1776 of the Labor Code to strengthen requirements for payroll record transparency and accessibility in public works projects. Currently, contractors and subcontractors must maintain detailed payroll records showing employee information and wages, and these records can be requested by the public. The bill adds new provisions that require awarding bodies (the government entities overseeing public works projects) to obtain certified payroll records from contractors if they do not already possess them when responding to a public records request. If a contractor fails to provide these records within 10 days of a written request, the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) can impose penalties. Specifically, the contractor may be subject to a $100 per day penalty for each worker until the records are provided. The bill also maintains existing protections for employee privacy by requiring that personal identifying information like social security numbers be redacted from public records. By imposing these additional requirements and potential penalties, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in public works projects and ensure proper wage reporting and compliance.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 1776 of the Labor Code, relating to public works.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Marc Berman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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CT bill #HB07212 • Last Action 04/23/2025
An Act Concerning The Trust Act And Prohibited State Contracts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to limit the disclosure of personal information to federal immigration authorities and expand protections for individuals across all public agencies. The legislation establishes strict guidelines for law enforcement officers, bail commissioners, school security personnel, and other public agency employees regarding interactions with federal immigration authorities. Key provisions include prohibiting arrests or detentions based solely on civil immigration detainers, preventing the use of federal immigration interpretation services, and restricting the disclosure of sensitive personal information such as home addresses, workplace details, and school information. The bill allows such information to be shared only with a judicial warrant or if the information is already publicly available. Additionally, the legislation introduces requirements for state contracts, mandating that principals and key personnel of companies bidding on state contracts agree not to cooperate with federal immigration authorities in detaining individuals protected under the Trust Act. The bill also requires detailed reporting of any interactions or requests related to immigration enforcement, with provisions for potential civil actions and penalties for violations. These measures are designed to protect individuals, particularly those who may be vulnerable to immigration enforcement, while maintaining public safety and transparency.
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Bill Summary: To limit the type of information disclosed to a federal immigration authority and to expand such limitation to all public agencies.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 43 : Judiciary Committee, Hector Arzeno (D), Nicholas Menapace (D), Geoff Luxenberg (D), Patrick Biggins (D), Hubert Delany (D), Laurie Sweet (D), Kate Farrar (D), Eleni Kavros DeGraw (D), Jason Doucette (D), Joshua Hall (D), Jonathan Jacobson (D), Matt Blumenthal (D), Ceci Maher (D), Robin Comey (D), Nicholas Gauthier (D), Corey Paris (D), Maryam Khan (D), Saud Anwar (D), Jillian Gilchrest (D), Eilish Collins Main (D), Anne Hughes (D), Henry Genga (D), Travis Simms (D), Geraldo Reyes (D), Bobby Sanchez (D), Juan Candelaria (D), Julio Concepción (D), Amy Morrin Bello (D), Mary LaMark Muir (D), Ken Gucker (D), Josh Elliott (D), Roland Lemar (D), Mike Demicco (D), Gregg Haddad (D), Steven Winter (D), Maria Horn (D), Kadeem Roberts (D), Mary Fortier (D), Derek Slap (D), Jimmy Sánchez (D), Julie Kushner (D), Minnie Gonzalez (D), Marcus Brown (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: File Number 757
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NV bill #AB248 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Ratifies the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact. (BDR 54-566)
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate interstate practice of physical therapy while maintaining public safety. The Compact allows licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to practice across member states using a compact privilege, similar to a multi-state license. To qualify, practitioners must hold an unencumbered license in their home state, have no recent adverse actions, pay applicable fees, and meet each state's specific requirements. A new Physical Therapy Compact Commission will be established to oversee implementation, manage a centralized data system for sharing licensure and disciplinary information, and create uniform rules. The bill also updates various Nevada Revised Statutes to replace the term "registered physical therapist" with "licensed physical therapist" and ensures that practitioners practicing under the Compact have the same legal status as those with a Nevada-issued license. The Compact aims to increase public access to physical therapy services, support military families, enhance state cooperation in regulating multi-state practice, and allow states to hold practitioners accountable to local practice standards. The law will become effective on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to physical therapy; enacting and entering into the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact; authorizing the sharing of certain information with the data system created pursuant to the Compact; providing a person practicing as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant under the Compact with the same legal status as a person practicing as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant under a license issued by the Nevada Physical Therapy Board; revising certain terminology relating to physical therapists; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Elaine Marzola (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Read first time. Referred to Committee on Commerce and Labor. To committee.
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CA bill #AB449 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Civil Rights Department: antidiscrimination campaigns.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the California Civil Rights Department to create and implement statewide and regional media campaigns aimed at discouraging discrimination based on characteristics like disability, gender, nationality, race, religion, and sexual orientation. The department will convene a 11-member working group to develop the campaign plan, including nine members with marketing expertise appointed by the department director, one member from the Assembly, and one from the Senate. The working group will be exempt from the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act, which typically requires public meetings to be open and transparent. The percentage of advertisements focusing on hate violence against specific communities will be based on the most recent hate crime data from the Attorney General's report. The bill will only become operative once the Legislature appropriates funding and positions for these efforts, with an implementation deadline of July 1, 2026 or one year after funding is approved. The Legislature justifies the working group's exemption from open meeting requirements as a way to ensure diverse, expert input while reducing administrative burdens in creating the antidiscrimination media campaigns.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 12931.5 to the Government Code, relating to civil rights.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Corey Jackson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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CA bill #AB283 • Last Action 04/23/2025
In-Home Supportive Services Employer-Employee Relations Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for labor relations and collective bargaining for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) individual providers, who assist elderly, blind, or disabled individuals in their homes. Starting January 1, 2026, the state will become the employer of record for these providers, while recipients will retain the right to hire, fire, and supervise their workers. The bill creates the In-Home Supportive Services Employer-Employee Relations Act, which provides individual providers with the right to form and join employee organizations for collective bargaining purposes. Key provisions include merging existing county-level bargaining units into larger multicounty units, requiring recognized employee organizations to negotiate jointly for a single statewide memorandum of understanding, and establishing procedures for mediation and arbitration when negotiations reach an impasse. The bill also mandates that providers who were employed before January 1, 2026, will retain their employee status and not be required to requalify. Additionally, the legislation creates an advisory committee to provide ongoing recommendations about in-home supportive services and ensures that providers will receive information about their rights, benefits, and employment conditions during their initial orientation. The bill aims to standardize labor relations for IHSS providers across California, improve their working conditions, and provide a consistent framework for collective bargaining.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 3552, 3555.5, and 7926.300 of, and to add Title 26 (commencing with Section 110000) to, the Government Code, and to amend Sections 12301.24, 12301.6, and 12301.61 of, and to add Sections 12300.8 and 12300.9 to, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to in-home supportive services.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 25 : Matt Haney (D)*, Isaac Bryan (D)*, Tina McKinnor (D)*, Esmeralda Soria (D)*, David Alvarez (D), Jesse Arreguin (D), Jasmeet Bains (D), Steve Bennett (D), Tasha Boerner Horvath (D), Mia Bonta (D), Sabrina Cervantes (D), Sade Elhawary (D), Heath Flora (R), Robert Garcia (D), Mike Gipson (D), Corey Jackson (D), Maggy Krell (D), Josh Lowenthal (D), Mark González (D), Caroline Menjivar (D), Steve Padilla (D), Chris Rogers (D), LaShae Sharp-Collins (D), Scott Wiener (D), Anamarie Avila Farias (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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PA bill #HB1290 • Last Action 04/23/2025
In powers and duties, providing for advisory opinions and notices.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Title 63 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to establish new requirements for advisory opinions and notices by licensing boards and commissions. Under the bill, when a licensed professional submits a written request, the relevant licensing board must provide a written advisory opinion within 30 business days, interpreting or clarifying the applicability of a statute or regulation to that specific licensee. These advisory opinions will be binding only for the individual who requested them, will not require a formal board vote, and will be considered public records that can be posted online. Additionally, licensing boards must issue advisory notices to provide general guidance on topics of widespread interest, such as changes in statutes or regulations. The bill requires each licensing board to create implementing regulations within 18 months of the law's effective date, which will occur 60 days after passage. The goal appears to be increasing transparency and providing clearer guidance to licensed professionals about regulatory interpretations that affect their work.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 63 (Professions and Occupations (State Licensed)) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in powers and duties, providing for advisory opinions and notices.
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• Introduced: 04/22/2025
• Added: 04/24/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Keith Greiner (R)*, Arvind Venkat (D), Tina Pickett (R), Joe Ciresi (D), Steve Mentzer (R), Bob Freeman (D), Dave Zimmerman (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE
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CA bill #AB541 • Last Action 04/23/2025
California Public Records Act Ombudsperson.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Office of the California Public Records Act Ombudsperson, a new state government position designed to help improve transparency and access to public records. The ombudsperson, who must be a licensed attorney with at least five years of experience and expertise in the California Public Records Act, will be appointed by the Governor and will have the power to review and investigate situations where state agencies have denied public records requests. When a member of the public believes a state agency has improperly denied their original public records request, they can submit a request for review to the ombudsperson, who must then investigate and make a determination within 30 days. If the ombudsperson finds that the agency improperly withheld records, the agency will be required to provide those records. The bill also includes provisions to protect the privacy of individuals whose information might be contained in the reviewed records, and requires the ombudsperson to submit annual reports to the Legislature detailing their activities, the number of review requests, and recommendations for improving government transparency. This office is established on a temporary basis, set to expire on January 1, 2029, and its implementation is subject to legislative appropriation. The overall goal is to provide an additional mechanism for ensuring public access to government records while maintaining necessary confidentiality protections.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Chapter 6.6 (commencing with Section 8549) of Division 1 of Title 2 of the Government Code, relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carl DeMaio (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/28/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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IL bill #HB1330 • Last Action 04/23/2025
AGING-CCP-DIRECT SRVCE WORKER
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Act on the Aging to improve compensation and working conditions for direct service workers in the Community Care Program. Starting January 1, 2026, the bill mandates that rates for in-home services will increase to $32.75 to support a minimum wage of $20 per hour for direct service workers. To receive this rate, providers must certify compliance with the wage increase and submit cost reports. The bill introduces a requirement that beginning January 1, 2028, each in-home service provider must spend at least 80% of their total payments for homecare aide services on total compensation for direct service workers. This includes wages, benefits, and employer payroll taxes. Providers will be required to submit annual cost reports documenting their spending, and the Department of Aging can sanction providers who fail to meet these requirements. The bill explicitly states that fringe benefits cannot be reduced in relation to these rate increases, and it defines various excluded costs such as training expenses, travel costs, and personal protective equipment. The overall goal is to sustain and improve the direct care workforce by ensuring fair compensation and transparency in service provider spending.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Act on the Aging. In provisions concerning the Community Care Program, provides that, subject to federal approval, on and after January 1, 2026, rates for in-home services shall be increased to $32.75 to sustain a minimum wage of $20 per hour for direct service workers. As a condition of their eligibility for the $32.75 in-home services rate, requires in-home services providers to (i) certify to the Department on Aging that they remain in compliance with the mandated wage increase for direct service workers and (ii) submit cost reports. Provides that fringe benefits shall not be reduced in relation to the rate increases. Provides that beginning January 1, 2028, the Department shall ensure that each in-home service provider spends a minimum of 80% of total payments the provider receives for homecare aide services it furnishes under the Community Care Program on total compensation for direct service workers who furnish those services. Requires the Department to adopt rules on financial reporting and minimum direct service worker costs. Authorizes the Department to sanction a provider that fails to meet the requirements of the amendatory Act. Defines terms.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 52 : Mary Beth Canty (D)*, Nick Smith (D), Yolonda Morris (D), Katie Stuart (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Maurice West (D), Anna Moeller (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Ann Williams (D), Justin Slaughter (D), Michael Crawford (D), Marcus Evans (D), Sue Scherer (D), Joyce Mason (D), Jehan Gordon-Booth (D), La Shawn Ford (D), Sonya Harper (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Aarón Ortíz (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Dee Avelar (D), Lisa Davis (D), Jaime Andrade (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Edgar González (D), Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar (D), Theresa Mah (D), Curtis Tarver (D), Anthony DeLuca (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Gregg Johnson (D), Kimberly du Buclet (D), Omar Williams (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Larry Walsh (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D), Sharon Chung (D), Mary Gill (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Amy Briel (D), Maura Hirschauer (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 66
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Maura Hirschauer
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RI bill #H5857 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Creates the reproductive freedom and gender affirming care health data privacy act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Reproductive Freedom and Gender-Affirming Care Health Data Privacy Act, which establishes comprehensive protections for sensitive health information in Rhode Island. The legislation requires regulated entities and small businesses to obtain explicit consent before collecting, sharing, or selling consumer health data related to reproductive and gender-affirming care, with strict guidelines on data handling. Key provisions include mandating clear privacy policies, giving consumers the right to access, delete, and withdraw consent for their health data, and prohibiting the use of geofencing around healthcare facilities to track or collect data about individuals seeking health services. The bill defines consumer health data broadly to include information about gender-affirming care, reproductive health, sexual health services, and related location or research data. It applies to businesses that collect data from at least 25,000-100,000 consumers annually, with implementation timelines set for January and April 2026. Violations can result in civil actions, with potential injunctive relief, compensatory and punitive damages, and enforcement by the state attorney general. The legislation aims to protect individuals' privacy and prevent potential misuse of sensitive health information, particularly in the context of reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare.
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Bill Summary: This act would create the reproductive freedom and gender affirming care health data privacy act. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Jason Knight (D)*, June Speakman (D), Edith Ajello (D), Cherie Cruz (D), Kathleen Fogarty (D), Justine Caldwell (D), Rebecca Kislak (D), Jennifer Boylan (D), Carol McEntee (D), Tina Spears (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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CA bill #AB640 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Local educational agencies: governance training.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires all local educational agency officials, including members of school district boards, county boards of education, and charter school governing bodies, to receive comprehensive training in K-12 public education governance laws. The training will cover two main areas: public education school finance laws (including budget creation and fiscal penalties) and public school accountability laws (related to pupil learning, local control, accountability plans, and community engagement). The County Office Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team and the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence will develop standardized curricula for these training courses, which can be offered in-person, online, or through self-study materials. The training must be completed by January 1, 2028, for current officials, and within one year of starting service for new officials, with each training session limited to four hours for individual topic areas or up to eight hours for comprehensive coverage. Local educational agencies must maintain records of training completion for at least five years, and these records will be subject to public disclosure. Because the bill imposes new requirements on school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools, it is considered a state-mandated local program, and if determined to create additional costs, the state would be required to provide reimbursement.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 6.5 (commencing with Section 35220) to Chapter 2 of Part 21 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Education Code, relating to local educational agencies.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Al Muratsuchi (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/27/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file.
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MS bill #HB856 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Pharmacy Practice Act; extend repealer on and make various changes to.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to reenact and make various changes to the Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act, extending its provisions until July 1, 2029. The key provisions include: extending the Board of Pharmacy's authority to regulate pharmacists, pharmacy students, technicians, and various pharmacy-related entities; modifying definitions related to pharmacy practice; increasing the surcharge on license renewal fees to fund an impaired pharmacists program; expanding the board's disciplinary powers to include monetary penalties and coverage of interns, externs, and technicians; authorizing the board to issue subpoenas and conduct investigations; allowing summary suspension of licenses in cases of immediate public danger; exempting Investigations Review Committee meetings from open meetings requirements; modifying regulations for nonresident pharmacies, home medical equipment suppliers, and prescription monitoring; and updating various technical and procedural aspects of pharmacy regulation. The bill aims to enhance public safety, improve pharmacy oversight, and provide the Board of Pharmacy with more flexible tools to manage pharmacy-related practices and potential misconduct.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Reenact Sections 73-21-71 Through 73-21-87, 73-21-91, 73-21-93, And 73-21-97 Through 73-21-129, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Comprise The Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act; To Amend Section 73-21-69, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Extend The Date Of The Repealer On The Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-71, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify The Code Sections That Comprise The Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-73, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise, Add And Delete Certain Definitions; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-79, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Board Of Pharmacy To Delegate Powers To The Executive Director Of The Board; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-83, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify The Board's Authority To Regulate Manufacturing Of Drugs, And Provide That The Board Will Regulate Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-85, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify A Reference To Pharmacy Schools In Mississippi; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-91, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Increase The Amount Of The Surcharge On A License Renewal Fee To Fund An Impaired Pharmacists Or Pharmacy Students Program; To Clarify That The Board Does Not Give The Licensure Exam But Approves It; To Include Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations In The Renewal License Fee Provisions; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-93, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Provision; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-97, Mississippi Code Of 1972, As Amended By Senate Bill No. 2699, 2025 Regular Session, To Clarify That The Board May Impose A Monetary Penalty Against A Licensee; To Include Interns/externs, Pharmacy Technicians, Registrants And Permit Holders In The Disciplinary Provisions Of The Board; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-99, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Include Registrants In The Disciplinary Provisions Of The Board; To Exempt Meetings Of The Investigations Review Committee From The Open Meetings Act And Exempt Minutes Of The Meetings Of The Committee From The Public Records Act; To Authorize The Board To Issue Subpoenas For The Purpose Of Conducting Investigations To Obtain Papers, Documents, Prescriptions Or Any Other Records Deemed Relevant To An Investigation; To Provide That All Records Of Investigation Shall Be Kept Confidential And Shall Not Be Subject To Discovery Or Subpoena; To Authorize The Board To Order Summary Suspension Of An Individual's License Or Registration Or A Permit Of A Facility Without A Hearing If The Board Determines That There Is An Immediate Danger To The Public; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-101, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That If A Board Order Is Appealed, The Appeal Will Act As A Supersedeas As To Any Monetary Penalty, But No Such Person Shall Be Allowed To Practice Pharmacy In Violation Of Any Disciplinary Order While The Appeal Is Pending; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-103, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Remove The Minimum Amount Of Monetary Penalties Authorized By The Board; To Provide That Violations May Be Assessed Beginning With The Date That The Offender First Conducted Business In The State; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-105, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify That All Entities Involved In The Drug Supply Chain Must Be Registered With The Board; To Provide That Permits May Be Issued For Up To A Triennial Period And To Increase The Maximum Fee For Such Permits; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-106, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Any Pharmacy Located Outside This State That Performs Any Services Included In The Definition Of The Practice Of Pharmacy For Residents Of This State Shall Be Considered A Nonresident Pharmacy And Must Be Permitted By The Board; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-107, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Board To Enter And Inspect Any Facility Identified In The Supply Chain That Ships, Or Causes To Be Shipped, Or Receives Any Controlled Substances Or Prescription Or Legend Drugs Or Devices; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-108, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify That Entities Located In This State Or Outside Of This State That Provide Any Home Medical Equipment To Patients In This State Must Be Permitted By The Board; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-115, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Provisions Specifying The Format And Content Of Prescription Forms; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-117, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Requirements For Pharmacists To Keep Certain Records About Dispensing Biological Products And Communicating That Information To The Prescriber; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-124, Mississippi Code Of 1972, As Amended By House Bill No. 1463, 2025 Regular Session, To Make A Minor, Nonsubstantive Change; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-125, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That References To Community Pharmacies Will Instead Be To Charity Pharmacies; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-126, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Board Shall Issue And Renew Licenses And Permits For Both In- And Out-of-state Persons, Businesses And Entities Owning Or Shipping Into, Within Or Out Of The State; To Authorize The Board To Use An Outside Agency To Accredit All Persons, Businesses And Facilities Licensed Or Permitted With The Board; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-127, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify Certain Provisions Relating To The Prescription Monitoring Program; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-127.1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Prescription Monitoring Program Shall Provide A Report To The Legislature Upon Request That Indicates The Number Of Opioid Prescriptions That Were Provided To Patients During That Year, Instead Of Providing An Annual Report; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-129, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Any Entity Assisting With The Return Of Outdated Drugs To A Manufacturer On Behalf Of A Pharmacy Shall Register With The Board And Have A Permit; To Repeal Section 73-21-89, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provided That A License To Practice Pharmacy Would Be Issued To Persons Presenting Proof Of Graduation From The University Of Mississippi School Of Pharmacy Before A Certain Date, And Section 73-21-95, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Abolished The Assistant Pharmacist License; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 04/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Samuel Creekmore IV (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor
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IL bill #SB1467 • Last Action 04/23/2025
VEH CD-VARIOUS
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to the Illinois Vehicle Code, focusing on various aspects of vehicle registration, insurance, and personal information protection. It clarifies that "expanded-use antique vehicles" do not include commercial vehicles or farm trucks, and allows entities providing services to the Secretary of State to prescribe certain official forms with approval. The bill introduces new confidentiality protections for personal information submitted in vehicle title and registration applications, restricting the disclosure of sensitive data like social security numbers, photographs, and medical information, with limited exceptions for law enforcement and court orders. It also adjusts registration-related provisions, such as reducing the antique vehicle registration fee to $6 per year and shortening the insurance verification notice period from 45 to 30 days. Additionally, the bill modifies rules about temporary registration proof, allowing a printed registration receipt to be valid for 30 days from either the previous registration's expiration or the new registration's purchase date. These changes aim to streamline vehicle registration processes, enhance personal data protection, and provide more flexibility for vehicle owners while maintaining regulatory oversight.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that "expanded-use antique vehicle" does not include a commercial vehicle or a farm truck. Provides that any entity or vendor providing services to or on behalf of the Secretary of State may also prescribe or provide suitable forms for applications, certificates of title, registration cards, driver's licenses, and such other forms requisite or deemed necessary to carry out the Act to the extent authorized by the Secretary and upon approval of the Secretary. Provides that, except for specified persons, an individual's photograph or image, signature, social security number, personal email address, and medical or disability information as may be submitted to the Secretary for purposes of a vehicle title and registration application shall be confidential and shall not be disclosed. Provides that the printed proof of registration is valid for 30 days from the expiration of the previous registration sticker's or digital registration sticker's date or 30 days from the purchase date of the new registration sticker or digital registration sticker, whichever occurs later. Provides that the owner of an antique vehicle may register such vehicle for a fee not to exceed $6 per registration year (rather than $13 for a 2-year antique plate). Provides that if the Secretary determines that an owner has registered or maintained the registration of a motor vehicle without a liability insurance policy, the Secretary shall notify the owner that such owner's vehicle registration shall be suspended 30 (rather than 45) days after the date of the mailing of the notice unless the owner within 30 days furnishes proof of insurance in effect on the verification date or provides an exemption from the mandatory insurance requirements. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Ram Villivalam (D)*, Michael Kelly (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
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TX bill #SB2345 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Relating to the administration of, contributions to, and benefits under retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive changes to the firefighters' relief and retirement fund for municipalities with populations between 950,000 and 1,050,000 people. Key provisions include: creating two membership groups (Group A and Group B) with different retirement benefits, modifying the board of trustees composition to include a public member, establishing a new risk-sharing approach for municipal contributions, introducing a more complex process for actuarial assumptions, and implementing a phased approach to cost-of-living adjustments for retirees. The bill creates a structured system for determining municipal contribution rates based on the fund's financial status, introduces more detailed rules for the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP), and establishes new provisions for survivor benefits. The changes are designed to improve the long-term financial sustainability of the firefighters' pension fund while maintaining core retirement benefits. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, with most significant changes implemented on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the administration of, contributions to, and benefits under retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Charles Schwertner (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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MN bill #SF3096 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Omnibus Elections policy and appropriations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Creates a comprehensive elections and campaign finance reform package that includes multiple changes to Minnesota's election laws and campaign finance regulations. The bill appropriates funds for the Secretary of State and Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board, establishes a working group to study local campaign finance reporting, and makes numerous modifications to voter registration, election procedures, absentee voting, and campaign finance rules. Key provisions include expanding voter outreach efforts, creating new requirements for campaign material disclaimers, establishing chain of custody plans for elections, modifying election judge appointment processes, adjusting candidate filing periods, and implementing new reporting requirements for political spending and economic interests. The bill also introduces protections against election-related bribery and misrepresentation, updates technology and security requirements for voting systems, and creates more flexible procedures for voter registration and ballot processing. The changes are designed to enhance election transparency, accessibility, and integrity while providing more comprehensive oversight of campaign finance activities. The bill contains multiple effective dates, with most provisions becoming effective in 2025 or 2026, allowing time for implementation and system updates.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to elections; relating to campaign finance; modifying various laws related to election administration; modifying absentee voting requirements and procedures; modifying timelines; modifying provisions related to voter registration; amending notice provisions; modifying requirements relating to appointing election judges; formalizing the election reporting system; clarifying terminology; expanding laws relating to reprisals for political activity; expanding election-related bribery and solicitation prohibitions; amending fair campaign practices laws; requiring the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board to study campaign spending limits; modifying the definition of expressly advocating; modifying campaign disclaimer requirements; establishing and modifying disclaimer requirements; amending standards for coordinated and noncoordinated expenditures and disbursements; requiring reports and publications; modifying laws on transition expenses; modifying requirements for charter school boards of directors and charter school chief administrators; requiring all local officials and charter school officials to file statements of economic interest; modifying campaign finance definitions; modifying campaign finance reporting requirements; modifying statement of economic interest requirements; modifying payment for the presidential nomination primary; modifying requirements for holding the presidential nomination primary; amending statement of economic interest requirements; providing for a civil causes of action and civil enforcement; providing criminal and civil penalties; authorizing rulemaking; repealing the voting equipment grant account; transferring and appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 10A.01, subdivisions 16a, 18, 21, 24, 26, 35, by adding a subdivision; 10A.04, subdivision 4; 10A.07, subdivisions 1, 2; 10A.08, subdivision 1; 10A.09, subdivisions 1, 5, 5a, 6a; 10A.175, by adding a subdivision; 10A.176; 10A.177; 10A.20, by adding a subdivision; 10A.201, subdivision 6; 10A.202, subdivision 4; 10A.36; 124E.03, by adding a subdivision; 201.054, subdivisions 1, 2; 201.056; 201.061, subdivisions 1, 3, 3a, 4, 5, 7; 201.071, subdivisions 1, 4; 201.091, subdivisions 5, 8; 201.121, subdivisions 1, 3; 201.13, subdivision 3; 201.14; 201.161, subdivisions 4, 5, 8; 201.162; 201.225, subdivisions 2, 5; 201.275; 202A.20, subdivision 2; 203B.04, subdivisions 1, 4; 203B.05, subdivision 1; 203B.06, subdivision 4; 203B.07, subdivisions 1, 3; 203B.08, subdivisions 1, 3; 203B.081, subdivision 4; 203B.11, subdivision 1; 203B.121, subdivisions 2, 4, 5; 203B.17, subdivision 3; 203B.23, subdivision 2; 203B.29, subdivisions 1, 2; 203B.30, subdivisions 2, 3; 204B.06, subdivisions 1, 1b; 204B.07, subdivision 2; 204B.09, subdivisions 1a, 2, 3; 204B.14, subdivisions 2, 4a; 204B.16, subdivision 1a; 204B.175, subdivision 3; 204B.21, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 204B.24; 204B.25, subdivision 3; 1 SF3096 REVISOR JFK S3096-1 1st Engrossment 204B.28, subdivision 2; 204B.44; 204B.45, subdivision 2; 204C.05, subdivision 2; 204C.06, subdivisions 1, 2, 6; 204C.08, subdivision 1d; 204C.09, subdivision 1; 204C.10; 204C.15, subdivisions 2, 3; 204C.24, subdivision 1; 204C.32, subdivision 1; 204C.33, subdivision 1; 205.07, by adding a subdivision; 205.075, subdivision 4; 205.13, subdivisions 1, 1a; 205.185, subdivision 3; 205A.06, subdivisions 1, 1a; 205A.10, subdivisions 2, 3; 205A.11, subdivision 2; 206.83; 207A.11; 211A.02, subdivisions 1, 2; 211B.04, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 5, by adding a subdivision; 211B.13; 211B.32, subdivisions 1, 4; 211B.35, subdivision 2; 368.47; 375.20; 383B.041, subdivision 5; 414.09, subdivision 3; 447.32, subdivision 4; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 5; 6; 8; 10A; 204B; 207A; 211B; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 206.57, subdivision 5b; 206.95; 209.06; 211B.04, subdivision 4; 211B.06; 211B.08; Minnesota Rules, parts 4503.2000, subpart 2; 4511.1100.
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• Introduced: 03/26/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Bonnie Westlin (D)*, Jim Carlson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (08:30:00 4/23/2025 )
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PA bill #HB78 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Providing for consumer data privacy, for duties of controllers and for duties of processors; and imposing penalties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive consumer data privacy protections for Pennsylvania residents, creating a framework that gives consumers more control over their personal data while imposing specific obligations on businesses (called "controllers") that collect and process such data. Consumers are granted several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being processed, correct inaccuracies, delete their data, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of certain data processing activities like targeted advertising or data sales. Controllers must limit data collection to what is necessary, protect the data with appropriate safeguards, obtain consent for processing sensitive data, and provide clear privacy notices explaining their data practices. The bill applies to businesses that meet certain revenue or data processing thresholds and includes extensive definitions of terms like "personal data," "sensitive data," and "targeted advertising." Enforcement is exclusively handled by the Pennsylvania Attorney General, who must initially provide businesses an opportunity to cure violations before taking action. The law will take effect one year after its passage, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements. Notably, the bill does not create a private right of action for consumers, meaning individuals cannot sue directly for violations, but violations can be treated as unfair trade practices.
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Bill Summary: Providing for consumer data privacy, for duties of controllers and for duties of processors; and imposing penalties.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 20 : Ed Neilson (D)*, Stephenie Scialabba (R), Kristine Howard (D), Steve Mentzer (R), Robert Leadbeter (R), Ben Sanchez (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), José Giral (D), Dan Frankel (D), Tarik Khan (D), Mike Armanini (R), Perry Warren (D), Bob Freeman (D), Danielle Otten (D), Dave Zimmerman (R), Mark Gillen (R), Joe Ciresi (D), Tina Davis (D), Keith Harris (D), John Inglis (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS
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WA bill #HB1264 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Concerning the salaries of ferry system collective bargaining units.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates the state law regarding collective bargaining for Washington State Ferry System employees by modifying how salary comparisons and negotiations are conducted. The legislation requires the Office of Financial Management to conduct comprehensive salary and fringe benefit surveys for different ferry employee groups (such as deck, engine room, and trades employees) by contracting with a nationally recognized firm. The surveys will compare wages, benefits, and working conditions with comparable public and private sector employees along the West Coast, including Alaska and British Columbia, with specific detailed comparison criteria for each employee group. The bill aims to ensure that ferry system employees receive competitive compensation by mandating that salary and benefits be benchmarked against appropriate external comparators. Key changes include more precise survey methodology, confidentiality protections for salary survey data from private employers, and a requirement to make survey results available by April 1st of even-numbered years. The bill also maintains existing provisions about the collective bargaining process, such as negotiation timelines, arbitration procedures, and legislative review of negotiated agreements, while providing more specific guidance on how salary comparisons should be conducted to determine fair compensation for ferry system workers.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to making the salaries of ferry system collective 2 bargaining units more competitive through salary survey comparisons; 3 and amending RCW 47.64.006, 47.64.170, and 47.64.320. 4
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 15 : Jake Fey (D)*, Nicole Macri (D), Joe Fitzgibbon (D), Debra Lekanoff (D), Liz Berry (D), Dan Bronoske (D), Mari Leavitt (D), Lisa Callan (D), Cindy Ryu (D), Alex Ramel (D), Julia Reed (D), Dave Paul (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Greg Nance (D), Emily Alvarado (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Delivered to Governor.
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OK bill #HB2108 • Last Action 04/23/2025
State government; Oklahoma Employee Insurance and Benefits Act; statutory references; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates the Oklahoma Employee Insurance and Benefits Act by transferring administrative responsibilities from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. The bill makes extensive technical changes across multiple sections of Oklahoma statutes, primarily replacing references to the "Office of Management and Enterprise Services" with the "Oklahoma Health Care Authority" and updating related terminology. A key amendment requires the Oklahoma Health Care Authority to work with the Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Board to determine state employee benefit elections and eligibility. The bill also adds a provision requiring the CEO of the Authority to review and approve rates and benefits for state-sponsored plans before sending them to the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services for final approval. The changes aim to streamline the administration of state employee insurance and benefits programs, clarify roles and responsibilities, and ensure consistent oversight of insurance plans. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to prepare for the transition of administrative responsibilities.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to state government; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 1304.1, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 241, O.S.L. 2024, 1305.1, 1306.1, 1306.6, 1307, 1307.1, 1307.2, 1307.3, 1308, 1308.1, 1309, 1310.1, 1310.2, 1311, 1311.1, 1312, 1312.1, 1312.2, 1312.3, 1314.3, 1314.5, 1315, 1315.1, 1316.1, 1316.2, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 245, O.S.L. 2024, 1316.3, 1317, 1320, 1321, as amended by Section 6, Chapter 245, O.S.L. 2024, 1323, 1324, 1325, 1326, 1327, 1328, and 1329 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1304.1, 1316.2, and 1321), which relate to the Oklahoma Employee Insurance and Benefits Act; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date. AMENDMENT NO. 1. , line 21, insert after the word “shall” and before the word “have”, the words “work in conjunction with the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to determine state employee benefit elections and eligibility, and the Oklahoma Health Care Authority shall” AMENDMENT NO. 2. , line 24, insert after the word “Act” and before the colon, the words “and the Oklahoma State Employees Benefits Act” AMENDMENT NO. 3. , lines 2-3, strike after the word “with” on line 2 and before the number “26” on line 3, the words “the Oklahoma State Employees Benefits Act and” AMENDMENT NO. 4. , lines 5-6, strike after the word “to” on line 5 and before the word “applicable” on line 6, the words “the Oklahoma State Employees Benefits Act, and other” AMENDMENT NO. 5. , line 10, restore the stricken language and delete the new language AMENDMENT NO. 6. , line 9 1/2, insert a new subsection C to read “The CEO of the Authority shall review for approval all rates and life, dental, and health benefits for the state sponsored plans recommended by the Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Board. If approved by the CEO of the Authority, those rates and benefits along with the final health maintenance organizations’ rates and benefits shall be sent to the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services for final approval.” and reletter subsequent subsection Passed the Senate the 22nd day of April, 2025. Presiding Officer of the Senate Passed the House of Representatives the ____ day of __________, 2025. Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives ENGROSSED HOUSE BILL NO. 2108 By: Osburn of the House and Gillespie of the Senate An Act relating to state government; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 1304.1, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 241, O.S.L. 2024, 1305.1, 1306.1, 1306.6, 1307, 1307.1, 1307.2, 1307.3, 1308, 1308.1, 1309, 1310.1, 1310.2, 1311, 1311.1, 1312, 1312.1, 1312.2, 1312.3, 1314.3, 1314.5, 1315, 1315.1, 1316.1, 1316.2, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 245, O.S.L. 2024, 1316.3, 1317, 1320, 1321, as amended by Section 6, Chapter 245, O.S.L. 2024, 1323, 1324, 1325, 1326, 1327, 1328, and 1329 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1304.1, 1316.2, and 1321), which relate to the Oklahoma Employee Insurance and Benefits Act; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Osburn (R)*, Christi Gillespie (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: SA's received
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MN bill #SF3414 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Sports betting and fantasy contests authorization provision, sports betting and fantasy contests taxation provision, licenses establishment, and appropriation
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for mobile sports betting in Minnesota, focusing primarily on sports betting conducted by Indian Tribes through online platforms. The bill creates a detailed regulatory system that includes licensing requirements, operational guidelines, consumer protections, and taxation provisions. Specifically, the bill allows up to 11 Indian Tribes to obtain mobile sports betting operator licenses, with strict rules around age verification, responsible gambling measures, and advertising restrictions. Licensed operators must implement safeguards like personal betting limits, self-exclusion options, and mechanisms to prevent underage or problematic gambling. The bill imposes a 22% tax on online sports betting net revenue and establishes multiple accounts to distribute these funds, including allocations for problem gambling support, amateur sports grants, and tribal equalization. Additionally, the bill creates new criminal provisions related to sports betting, such as prohibiting wagers by athletes or those with insider information, and establishes reporting and study requirements to monitor the impacts of sports betting. The legislation aims to provide a structured, regulated approach to sports betting that prioritizes consumer protection, responsible gambling, and responsible economic development.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to gambling; authorizing and providing for sports betting and fantasy contests; establishing licenses; prohibiting local restrictions; providing for taxation of sports betting and fantasy contests; providing civil and criminal penalties; providing for amateur sports grants; providing for charitable gambling and modifying certain rates of tax on lawful gambling; providing for pari-mutuel horse racing; making clarifying, conforming, and technical changes; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 240.01, subdivision 1b; 245.98, subdivision 2; 260B.007, subdivision 16; 270B.07, by adding a subdivision; 297E.02, by adding a subdivision; 349.12, subdivision 25; 609.75, subdivisions 3, 4, 7, by adding a subdivision; 609.755; 609.76, subdivision 2; 609.761, subdivision 3; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 116U; 240; 240A; 245; 299L; 609; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 297J.
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• Introduced: 04/21/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Nick Frentz (D)*, Matt Klein (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Motion did not prevail to withdraw from committee and re-refer to the committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection
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PA bill #HB503 • Last Action 04/23/2025
Establishing the Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Program; imposing powers and duties on the Environmental Quality Board, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and the Department of Environmental Protection; and establishing the Consumer Protection Account, the Pennsylvania Energy Transformation Account, the Workforce Enhancement Fund, the Workforce Enhancement Fund Board and the Low-income Support Account.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Program (PACER), a cap-and-invest carbon regulation specifically targeting the power sector's greenhouse gas emissions. The program will conduct Pennsylvania-run auctions where electricity generators, brokers, and financial institutions can purchase carbon allowances, with an independent market monitor overseeing the process to ensure fairness. The auction proceeds will be distributed across four key accounts: 70% to the Consumer Protection Account (providing direct bill credits to electric ratepayers), 10% to the Pennsylvania Energy Transformation Account (funding projects like carbon capture, renewable energy, and environmental justice initiatives), 10% to the Workforce Enhancement Fund (supporting energy-related job training and project development), and the remaining percentage to the Low-Income Support Account (supplementing energy assistance grants). A newly established Workforce Enhancement Fund Board, comprised of state officials and appointed members, will manage the fund and develop strategic plans for grant allocations. The bill emphasizes protecting jobs, addressing climate change, and ensuring reliable, affordable power, with a specific focus on supporting environmental justice areas. Notably, the bill prohibits Pennsylvania from participating in other carbon auctions unless specifically authorized by the General Assembly, making this a state-controlled emissions reduction strategy.
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Bill Summary: Establishing the Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Program; imposing powers and duties on the Environmental Quality Board, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and the Department of Environmental Protection; and establishing the Consumer Protection Account, the Pennsylvania Energy Transformation Account, the Workforce Enhancement Fund, the Workforce Enhancement Fund Board and the Low-income Support Account.
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• Introduced: 04/23/2025
• Added: 04/24/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 34 : Aerion Abney (D)*, Ben Waxman (D), José Giral (D), Christina Sappey (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Kristine Howard (D), Maureen Madden (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), Chris Pielli (D), Danielle Otten (D), Steve Malagari (D), Ed Neilson (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Anthony Bellmon (D), Jenn O'Mara (D), Nikki Rivera (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Keith Harris (D), Kyle Donahue (D), Heather Boyd (D), Dan Frankel (D), Jeanne McNeill (D), Tarik Khan (D), Paul Friel (D), James Prokopiak (D), Mandy Steele (D), Abigail Salisbury (D), Lisa Borowski (D), La'Tasha Mayes (D), Pete Schweyer (D), Emily Kinkead (D), Carol Kazeem (D), Tim Brennan (D), Rick Krajewski (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Referred to ENERGY
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MS bill #SB2517 • Last Action 04/23/2025
"MS Intercollegiate Athletics Compensation Rights Act" and "Uniform Athletes Agent Act"; bring forward.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Mississippi's laws regarding student-athlete compensation and publicity rights, establishing a comprehensive framework for how postsecondary educational institutions can interact with and support student-athletes' financial opportunities. The bill defines key terms like "publicity rights" and "athletics-related revenue" and allows colleges and universities to share a portion of their athletics-related revenue with student-athletes and help them secure compensation for the use of their name, image, and likeness. The legislation provides explicit guidelines for how institutions can facilitate these opportunities, including restrictions on institutional involvement, such as prohibiting institutions from receiving compensation from student-athletes or attempting to influence their professional representation. The bill also establishes important protections, such as exempting athlete compensation agreements from public records disclosure and preventing national athletic associations from penalizing institutions for complying with these new rules. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to prevent improper recruitment, making it unlawful to offer compensation to a student-athlete with the purpose of inducing them to transfer to another institution, and includes potential financial penalties for violations. Notably, the bill emphasizes that student-athletes are not considered employees of their educational institutions and restricts the use of state general fund appropriations for athlete compensation, with the new law set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 37-97-103, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Define Terms; To Amend Section 37-97-105, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Allow Postsecondary Educational Institutions To Share A Portion Of Athletics-related Revenue With Student-athletes Or Compensate Student-athletes For Publicity Rights; To Remove Certain Provisions; To Amend Section 37-97-107, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Include Student-athletes Who Have Given Notice To Their Current Institution Of An Intent To Transfer; To Amend Section 37-97-109, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide For Civil Liability Due To Certain Violations; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nicole Boyd (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor
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CA bill #AB883 • Last Action 04/22/2025
California Public Records Act: personal information of elected and appointed officials.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the California Public Records Act to enhance protections for personal information of elected and appointed officials by expanding and clarifying existing privacy provisions. The bill introduces a broader definition of "protected information" which now includes residential addresses, telephone numbers, social security numbers, driver's license numbers, license plate numbers, vehicle registration information, and precise geolocation data. It prohibits state and local agencies from publicly posting or displaying this protected information without the individual's written permission, and makes it a misdemeanor to knowingly post such information with the intent to cause harm. The bill also allows officials to designate agents to make written demands or verifiable consumer requests to prevent the disclosure of their protected information, and extends these protections to immediate family members residing with the official. Additionally, the bill provides legal recourse for officials whose protected information is improperly disclosed, including the ability to seek injunctive relief, court costs, and damages. The legislative findings emphasize the necessity of protecting public officials' personal safety and privacy by limiting access to their personal information, while still maintaining provisions for legally required notices and publications.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 7928.205, 7928.210, 7928.215, 7928.220, 7928.225, and 7928.230 of, and to add Section 7928.201 to, the Government Code, relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Josh Lowenthal (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/24/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Judiciary Hearing (08:00:00 4/22/2025 State Capitol, Room 437)
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IL bill #HB3779 • Last Action 04/22/2025
UTIL-TIME-OF-USE PRICING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the bill: This bill creates the Municipal and Cooperative Electric Utility Planning and Transparency Act, which requires electric cooperatives, municipal power agencies, and municipalities to file integrated resource plans with the Illinois Power Agency every three years beginning in 2025. The plans must provide a comprehensive description of the utility's current electricity generation portfolio, forecast future load changes, and outline steps to reduce customer costs and environmental impacts. Key provisions include: 1. Utilities must conduct stakeholder meetings and provide public notice before submitting their plans. 2. The plans must include detailed information about existing generation facilities, power purchase agreements, demand-side programs, transmission facilities, and capital expenditures. 3. Utilities must develop a 5-year action plan for meeting forecasted load while minimizing costs and environmental impacts. 4. Utilities must develop plans to increase renewable energy resources, with goals of 25% renewable energy by 2026, increasing to 40% by 2030, and 100% renewable energy by 2045. 5. The plans must include strategies for worker transition and minimizing economic impacts when retiring generation resources. 6. Utilities must identify available federal incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act and describe plans to utilize them. 7. The bill also includes provisions for stakeholder engagement, public comment periods, and independent evaluation of the plans. The goal is to increase transparency, promote long-term planning, and support the transition to clean energy while considering economic and workforce impacts.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Municipal and Cooperative Electric Utility Planning and Transparency Act. Provides that, by November 1, 2025, and by November 1 every 3 years thereafter, all electric cooperatives with members in the State, municipal power agencies, and municipalities shall file with the Illinois Power Agency an integrated resource plan. Sets forth provisions concerning the plan. Amends the Illinois Power Agency Act. Authorizes the Illinois Power Agency to develop capacity procurement plans and conduct competitive procurement processes for the procurement of capacity needed to ensure environmentally sustainable long-term resource adequacy across the State at the lowest cost over time. Amends the Public Utilities Act. Changes the cumulative persisting annual savings goals for electric utilities that serve less than 3,000,000 retail customers but more than 500,000 retail customers for the years of 2025 through 2030. Provides that the cumulative persisting annual savings goals beyond the year 2030 shall increase by 0.9 (rather than 0.6) percentage points per year. Changes the requirements for submitting proposed plans and funding levels to meet savings goals for an electric utility serving more than 500,000 retail customers (rather than serving less than 3,000,000 retail customers but more than 500,000 retail customers). Provides that an electric utility that has a tariff approved within one year of the amendatory Act shall also offer at least one market-based, time-of-use rate for eligible retail customers that choose to take power and energy supply service from the utility. Sets forth provisions regarding the Illinois Commerce Commission's powers and duties related to residential time-of-use pricing. Provides that each capacity procurement event may include the procurement of capacity through a mix of contracts with different terms and different initial delivery dates. Sets forth the requirements of prepared capacity procurement plans. Requires each alternative electric supplier to make payment to an applicable electric utility for capacity, receive transfers of capacity credits, report capacity credits procured on its behalf to the applicable regional transmission organization, and submit the capacity credits to the applicable regional transmission organization under that regional transmission organization's rules and procedures. Makes other changes.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Ann Williams (D)*, Lisa Davis (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Joyce Mason (D), Margaret Croke (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Anna Moeller (D), Terra Costa Howard (D), Barbara Hernandez (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Barbara Hernandez
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NY bill #S07552 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Relates to establishing extended producer responsibility for gas cylinders; provides that no later than June 30, 2026 a producer shall submit a plan for the establishment of a collection program for gas cylinders; establishes the gas cylinder extended producer responsibility fund.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an extended producer responsibility program for gas cylinders in New York State, requiring producers of gas cylinders to develop and implement a comprehensive collection and recycling program by June 30, 2026. The legislation defines gas cylinders as nonrefillable or refillable cylinders containing flammable pressurized gas, helium, or carbon dioxide, with a water capacity between half a pound and fifty pounds. Producers must create a plan that ensures convenient, free collection sites across the state, with specific performance goals for recycling rates: 30% recycling (10% closed-loop) within five years, 50% recycling (20% closed-loop) within ten years, and 75% recycling (40% closed-loop) within fifteen years. The bill also mandates that retailers can only sell gas cylinders from producers participating in an approved collection program, establishes a Gas Cylinders Stewardship Advisory Board to provide recommendations, and creates a dedicated fund to support the program. Additionally, the legislation includes penalties for non-compliance, requires producers to maintain detailed records, and mandates increasing post-consumer content requirements for gas cylinders, starting at 10% and rising to 30% over time. The ultimate goal is to reduce waste, promote recycling, and create a more sustainable approach to managing gas cylinder disposal in New York.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law and the state finance law, in relation to establishing extended producer responsibility for gas cylinders
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• Introduced: 04/22/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Kavanagh (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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IL bill #HB2902 • Last Action 04/22/2025
UTIL-BOARD ELECT PLANNING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Municipal and Cooperative Electric Utility Planning and Transparency Act, which requires electric cooperatives, municipal power agencies, and municipalities with electric utilities to submit comprehensive integrated resource plans every three years beginning in 2025. The bill aims to increase transparency, reduce costs, and support the transition to renewable energy by mandating detailed planning and public disclosure. Key provisions include requiring utilities to develop 20-year plans that identify current generation resources, forecast future electricity needs, and outline strategies for minimizing customer costs and environmental impacts. Utilities must also hold public stakeholder meetings, submit plans to the Illinois Power Agency for review, and gradually increase their renewable energy portfolio, with a goal of reaching 100% renewable generation by 2045. The bill introduces new transparency requirements for electric cooperatives, such as public meeting notices, detailed financial disclosures, and conflict of interest policies. Additionally, the bill modifies existing laws related to net metering, eminent domain, and utility oversight, ensuring that future utility infrastructure investments align with their long-term integrated resource plans. The legislation reflects a comprehensive approach to modernizing electric utility governance, promoting renewable energy adoption, and enhancing public participation in utility decision-making.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Municipal and Cooperative Electric Utility Planning and Transparency Act. Sets forth legislative findings and objectives. Provides that beginning on November 1, 2025, and every 3 years thereafter on November 1, all electric cooperatives with members in the State, municipal power agencies, and municipalities shall file with the Illinois Power Agency an integrated resource plan. Includes provisions regarding the purposes and available resources for the integrated resource plan and rulemaking powers of the Agency. Requires the Agency to maintain a list of qualified experts or expert consulting firms for the purpose of developing integrated resource plans. Sets forth meeting requirements for an electric cooperative and publishing and posting requirements for specific information related to an electric cooperative. Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that a public body may hold closed meetings to consider the operation by a municipality of a municipal utility or the operation of a municipal power agency or municipal natural gas agency when the discussion involves certain topics. Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Allows any additional municipality which operates an electric utility system to join a municipal power agency consistent with the bylaws of the municipal power agency, and upon payment of any termination obligations. Outlines a number of requirements for a municipal power agency. Makes other changes. Amends the Public Utilities Act. In a provision regarding net electricity metering, defines "electricity provider" and "electric utility". Makes other changes. Amends the Eminent Domain Act. Provides that for all acquisitions where the property, or any right or interest in property, is to be used for utility purposes, and where the condemning authority is an entity required to submit an integrated resource plan under the Municipal and Cooperative Electric Utility Planning and Transparency Act, the rebuttable presumption that such acquisition of that property is primarily for the benefit, use, or enjoyment of the public and necessary for a public purpose shall only apply if the most recent integrated resource plan filed by the condemning authority identified the facility or articulated a need for a facility similar capacity and type to the facility for which the property or right or interest is sought. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Janet Yang Rohr (D)*, Anne Stava-Murray (D), Barbara Hernandez (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Barbara Hernandez
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MD bill #HB258 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Economic Development - West North Avenue Development Authority - Alterations
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to the West North Avenue Development Authority (WNAVDA) in Baltimore City. The bill extends the duration of the Authority from 5 to 8 years and specifies that beginning in fiscal year 2028, the Authority must become self-sustaining. It establishes the Authority as a body politic and corporate that is an instrumentality of the state, with the exercise of its powers considered an essential governmental function. The bill modifies the board of directors to include 17 members, with specific representation from various government agencies, legislative bodies, educational institutions, and local community organizations. The Authority is granted broad powers to promote economic development in the West North Avenue Corridor, including the ability to acquire and manage properties, make grants, enter into contracts, and create development plans. The bill also establishes a special, nonlapsing West North Avenue Development Authority Fund to support the Authority's administrative expenses and requires the Authority to report on its progress toward becoming self-sustaining by January 1, 2027. Additionally, the bill provides tax exemptions for the Authority's activities while ensuring that properties sold or leased to private entities remain subject to local property taxes.
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Bill Summary: Altering the administration and membership of the West North Avenue Development Authority; specifying the powers and duties of the Authority, subject to certain limitations; requiring the Authority to take certain actions regarding the finances of the Authority; exempting the Authority from certain taxation or assessments under certain circumstances; establishing the West North Avenue Development Authority Fund as a special, nonlapsing fund; altering the termination date of the Authority; etc.
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• Introduced: 12/26/2024
• Added: 01/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Melissa Wells (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 215
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AR bill #SB437 • Last Action 04/22/2025
To Create The Arkansas Wind Energy Development Act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Arkansas Wind Energy Development Act to establish comprehensive regulations for wind energy facility development in the state. The legislation aims to balance the economic benefits of wind energy with protecting public health, safety, and local community interests. Key provisions include requiring permits from the Arkansas Public Service Commission for wind energy facilities over 5 megawatts and 200 feet tall, mandating detailed environmental impact assessments, and establishing strict setback requirements from property lines, schools, hospitals, and other sensitive locations. The bill requires developers to provide extensive notices to local landowners, conduct public hearings, and maintain specific insurance and financial security for facility decommissioning. Developers must also adhere to noise level restrictions, obtain necessary federal and state permits, and provide transparent reporting to landowners about energy production and payments. The legislation allows local governments to create additional regulations that are not less restrictive than state standards and includes provisions for proper facility removal and land restoration at the end of a wind energy facility's useful life. The bill is designed to promote responsible wind energy development while protecting the interests of local communities and landowners.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS WIND ENERGY DEVELOPMENT ACT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 3 : Bart Hester (R)*, Brad Hall (R)*, James Eaton (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB437 is now Act 945
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AL bill #SB342 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Local land bank authorities; tax sale properties acquisitions; tax exemption for acquired properties; tax revenue allocation; conveyance to state and local governments under certain circumstances; creation of local land bank authorities authorized under certain conditions
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies existing Alabama law to expand and clarify the powers and operations of local land bank authorities, which are government entities designed to manage and rehabilitate tax-delinquent, abandoned, or underused properties. Key provisions include allowing counties and municipalities to create land bank authorities when they have over 100 tax-delinquent properties, granting these authorities broad powers to acquire, manage, and dispose of properties, and establishing new mechanisms for property acquisition and transfer. The bill adds specific provisions allowing land bank authorities to convey properties for flood management purposes and enables the Governor to create emergency land bank authorities in areas affected by natural disasters. The authorities can now acquire properties through tax sales, tax lien auctions, and other means, with streamlined processes for clearing property titles. They are also granted tax exemptions and can receive a portion of future ad valorem tax revenues from properties they have transferred. The bill provides detailed guidelines for the composition, governance, and operational powers of these land bank authorities, including their ability to enter intergovernmental agreements, secure funding, and manage properties with significant flexibility. The changes aim to help local governments more effectively address property abandonment, promote economic development, and manage problematic properties. The bill is set to become effective on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Local land bank authorities; tax sale properties acquisitions; tax exemption for acquired properties; tax revenue allocation; conveyance to state and local governments under certain circumstances; creation of local land bank authorities authorized under certain conditions
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• Introduced: 04/22/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Linda Coleman-Madison (D)*, Merika Coleman (D), Rodger Smitherman (D), Rob Stewart (D), Bobby Singleton (D), Kirk Hatcher (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Pending Senate County and Municipal Government
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RI bill #H5877 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Allows that public records stored in a computer system, upon request, be provided at no charge.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Rhode Island's public records law to require that electronically stored public records in a computer storage system be provided at no charge upon request. Currently, public bodies are required to allow inspection and copying of public records within 10 business days, with potential extensions for complex requests. The proposed change specifically addresses the cost of electronically stored records, ensuring that when a person requests data from a computer storage system, the public body must provide those records without charging a fee. This modification aims to increase transparency and accessibility of public records by removing potential financial barriers to obtaining electronic documents. The bill maintains existing provisions that protect the public's right to access records, including requirements that public bodies cannot withhold records based on the purpose of the request or require individuals to explain why they are seeking the information. The amendment will take effect immediately upon passage, potentially making it easier and more affordable for citizens to obtain public information stored electronically by government agencies.
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Bill Summary: This act would allow that public records stored in a computer system, upon request, be provided at no charge. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Stephen Casey (D)*, Jon Brien (I), Bob Phillips (D), Joseph Solomon (D), Sherry Roberts (R), Michael Chippendale (R), Alex Finkelman (D), Charlene Lima (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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IN bill #SCR0046 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Congratulating the Notre Dame fencing team.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: Congratulating the Notre Dame fencing team. A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION congratulating the University of Notre Dame fencing team on winning the 2025 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Championship.
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• Introduced: 04/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Liz Brown (R)*, Hunter Smith (R), Dale DeVon (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Returned to the Senate
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RI bill #H5457 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Requires a member of the public to pay any outstanding balances due and owing for previous requests before being provided copies of records and documents on a new request from law enforcement agencies.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law regarding public records access by increasing the maximum hourly charge for document search and retrieval from $15 to $25, while maintaining the provision that the first hour of search is free. The key modification is the addition of a new subsection that requires individuals requesting public documents to first settle any outstanding balances from previous records requests before a new request can be processed. The bill aims to manage the costs and administrative burden of public records requests for government agencies by ensuring requesters are current on their previous fee obligations. The maximum per-page copying cost remains unchanged at fifteen cents for documents on standard business or legal-size paper, and the law continues to allow public bodies to charge only reasonable actual costs for electronic records or retrieval fees. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage, providing law enforcement agencies with a mechanism to require full payment of prior request fees before processing new document requests.
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Bill Summary: This act would allow a reasonable charge not to exceed twenty-five dollars ($25.00) to be charged for the search or retrieval of documents. This act would also require a member of the public to pay any outstanding balances due and owing for previous requests before being provided copies of records and documents on a new request from law enforcement agencies. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Samuel Azzinaro (D)*, Alex Finkelman (D), Deb Fellela (D), Pat Serpa (D), Joseph McNamara (D), Brian Kennedy (D), Raymond Hull (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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WA bill #SB5129 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Concerning common interest communities.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill concerns common interest communities, making several significant updates and modifications to existing laws governing homeowners associations, condominiums, and other shared property arrangements. The bill primarily amends multiple sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) to improve regulations around association governance, financial management, meetings, voting, and property rights. Key provisions include: enhancing rules for electric vehicle charging stations and heat pumps in common interest communities, clarifying financial responsibilities of associations, establishing more transparent meeting and voting procedures, providing additional protections for unit owners, and updating requirements for reserve studies and financial management. The bill standardizes certain provisions across different types of common interest communities, such as condominiums, cooperatives, and plat communities. Some notable specific changes include: requiring at least one method of assessment payment be provided at no charge, establishing more detailed requirements for reserve account management, creating new rules for secret ballot voting, providing clearer guidelines for board meetings and unit owner participation, and setting more precise standards for resale certificates and public offering statements. The bill also repeals several existing statutes related to older common interest community laws and includes staggered implementation dates, with some provisions taking effect on January 1, 2026, and others on January 1, 2028. The overall aim appears to be modernizing and standardizing regulations to provide greater clarity, transparency, and protection for both unit owners and associations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to common interest communities; amending RCW 2 64.32.250, 64.32.260, 64.34.076, 64.38.095, 64.90.010, 64.90.015, 3 64.90.210, 64.90.300, 64.90.360, 64.90.365, 64.90.405, 64.90.410, 4 64.90.420, 64.90.435, 64.90.445, 64.90.455, 64.90.475, 64.90.480, 5 64.90.485, 64.90.513, 64.90.525, 64.90.530, 64.90.535, 64.90.580, 6 64.90.600, 64.90.610, 64.90.635, 64.90.640, 64.90.665, and 61.24.030; 7 adding a new section to chapter 64.38 RCW; repealing RCW 64.32.290, 8 64.32.350, 64.34.332, 64.34.393, 64.34.395, 64.38.035, 64.38.062, 9 64.38.180, and 64.90.509; repealing 2024 c 337 s 4; providing 10 effective dates; and providing an expiration date. 11
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• Introduced: 01/02/2025
• Added: 01/03/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jamie Pedersen (D)*, Paul Harris (R), T'wina Nobles (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Effective date 7/27/2025*.
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MI bill #HB4158 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Education: examinations; references to M-STEP to include a state-administered assessment system under section 104d of the state school aid act of 1979; modify. Amends secs. 502, 503, 522, 552 & 1279g of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.502 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4157'25
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of Michigan's Revised School Code to update references to state-administered student assessments, specifically expanding the language around testing to include a new pilot assessment system under section 104d of the state school aid act. The bill modifies provisions related to public school academies, urban high school academies, schools of excellence, and the Michigan merit examination, allowing these educational institutions to use alternative state-administered assessment systems in addition to the existing Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress (M-STEP) and Michigan Merit Examination. Key changes include updating language in sections describing educational goals, pupil assessment methods, and testing requirements to provide flexibility for schools participating in a new assessment pilot program. The bill ensures that schools can use the pilot assessment system for measuring student academic achievement and meeting state educational standards. Notably, the bill will only take effect if companion House Bill 4157 is also enacted into law, creating a tie bar between the two pieces of legislation. The modifications aim to provide schools with more options for student assessment while maintaining the core objectives of measuring academic performance and progress.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled"The revised school code,"by amending sections 502, 503, 522, 552, and 1279g (MCL 380.502, 380.503, 380.522, 380.552, and 380.1279g), sections 502, 522, and 552 as amended by 2023 PA 34, section 503 as amended by 2024 PA 210, and section 1279g as amended by 2016 PA 170.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 11 : Jamie Thompson (R)*, Jaime Greene (R), Tom Kuhn (R), Donni Steele (R), Bill Schuette (R), Jay DeBoyer (R), Rylee Linting (R), Kathy Schmaltz (R), Mark Tisdel (R), Cam Cavitt (R), Tim Kelly (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Education
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CA bill #SB831 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Geologic hazards: California Geological Survey.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands and updates the responsibilities of the California Geological Survey (CGS) and the Department of Conservation, with a particular focus on geologic hazards and their relationship to climate change. The bill broadens the definition of geologic hazards to include additional categories like mineral hazards, postfire debris flow, coastal and inland erosion, and explicitly adds climate change as a factor in hazard assessment. The CGS will now be responsible for reviewing and investigating geologic hazards specifically in relation to climate change, in addition to its existing duties of hazard assessment, emergency response, and mitigation methods. The bill also makes several administrative changes, such as repealing provisions about publication sales and updating language around confidential mineral reports. Additionally, the bill requires the CGS to be consulted in certain forestry and fuel reduction projects, extends land inspection authorization to the survey, and makes various technical and conforming changes across different sections of the Public Resources Code. These modifications aim to enhance the state's ability to understand, predict, and mitigate geologic hazards in the context of changing environmental conditions.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 670, 2009, 2201, 2205, 2205.1, 2207.1, 2208, 2622, 2694, 2695, 2696, 2703, 4123, 4584, 4584.1, 4584.2, 4604, and 4629 of, and to repeal Sections 2209, 2210, and 2211 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to public resources.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Monique Limon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
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TX bill #SB878 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Relating to limitations on the use of public money under certain economic development agreements or programs adopted by certain political subdivisions.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces new regulations for economic development agreements in Texas, specifically affecting municipalities and counties. The legislation prohibits granting ad valorem tax (property tax) exemptions through economic development programs, but allows loans or grants in conjunction with tax abatement agreements. It mandates public hearings and detailed notice requirements for any proposed economic development loans or grants, including posting information on the municipality or county's website and providing specific details about the recipient, purpose, and amount of the potential funding. The bill requires all economic development agreements to include performance metrics that must be met for potential renewal, limits the initial agreement duration to 10 years, allows up to three renewals of five years each (with a total maximum duration of 25 years), and provides confidentiality protections for proprietary business information during the application process. Additionally, the bill clarifies that tax abatement agreements can only provide tax abatements and cannot include direct loans or grants of public money. These provisions aim to increase transparency, accountability, and responsible use of public funds in economic development programs. The changes will apply only to agreements entered into on or after September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to limitations on the use of public money under certain economic development agreements or programs adopted by certain political subdivisions.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Birdwell (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 04/02/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Ways & Means
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RI bill #H5878 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Exempts law enforcement records from public disclosure if releasing them could reveal the identity of a human trafficking victim or someone eligible for an affirmative defense under certain prostitution-related laws.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Rhode Island's public records law to provide additional privacy protections for potential human trafficking victims and individuals who may qualify for an affirmative defense under specific prostitution-related laws. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision to the existing law that would prevent the public disclosure of law enforcement records that could reveal the identity of a suspect who may have been a victim of human trafficking or who might qualify for an affirmative defense under certain prostitution statutes (§§ 11-34.1-2, 11-34.1-3, or 11-34.1-4). An affirmative defense is a legal strategy that essentially admits to the technical violation of a law but provides a justification that could result in acquittal or reduced charges. The modification is part of the section detailing exceptions to public disclosure of law enforcement records, and it aims to protect vulnerable individuals from potential further harm or stigmatization by keeping their identities confidential in law enforcement documents. The bill would take effect immediately upon its passage, providing immediate legal protection for these potentially vulnerable individuals.
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Bill Summary: This act would exempt law enforcement records from public disclosure if releasing them could reveal the identity of a human trafficking victim or someone eligible for an affirmative defense under certain prostitution-related laws. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Leo Felix (D)*, Jason Knight (D), Cherie Cruz (D), Jose Batista (D), Arthur Handy (D), Karen Alzate (D), Teresa Tanzi (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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MD bill #SB4 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Economic Development - West North Avenue Development Authority - Alterations
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the West North Avenue Development Authority (the Authority) in Baltimore City by making several key changes. The bill extends the Authority's operational period from September 30, 2026, to September 30, 2029, and clarifies its administrative structure and powers. The Authority is established as a body politic and corporate, functioning as a state instrumentality with the purpose of revitalizing communities along the West North Avenue Corridor. The board of directors will now include 17 members, with specific representation from state agencies, local government, educational institutions, and community organizations, including two resident members representing neighborhoods east and west of North Fulton Avenue. The bill expands the Authority's powers to include creating economic development strategies, acquiring and managing properties, making grants, entering contracts, and serving as a coordination center for development opportunities. Notably, the bill mandates that beginning in fiscal year 2028, the Authority must become self-sustaining and requires the Authority to report on its progress toward financial independence by January 1, 2027. The bill also establishes a special, non-lapsing West North Avenue Development Authority Fund to support the organization's administrative expenses and creates tax exemptions for the Authority's development projects, with some exceptions for properties sold or leased to private entities.
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Bill Summary: Altering the administration and membership of the West North Avenue Development Authority; specifying the powers and duties of the Authority; requiring the Authority to take certain actions regarding the finances of the Authority; exempting the Authority from certain taxation or assessments under certain circumstances; establishing the West North Avenue Development Authority Fund as a special, nonlapsing fund; and altering the termination date of the Authority from September 30, 2026 to September 30, 2029.
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• Introduced: 12/26/2024
• Added: 01/03/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Antonio Hayes (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 216
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AL bill #SB61 • Last Action 04/22/2025
School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact, which aims to facilitate the practice of school psychology across multiple states by creating a streamlined pathway for licensed school psychologists to obtain equivalent licenses in other member states. The compact enables qualified school psychologists to more easily move and work between participating states by establishing a standardized process for license recognition, reducing burdensome licensing requirements, and addressing workforce shortages. To participate, states must enact comparable legislation and require applicants to meet specific criteria, such as passing a national exam, completing a supervised internship, and graduating from an approved school psychology education program. The bill creates a School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact Commission to oversee implementation, which will be responsible for establishing rules, facilitating information sharing between states, and ensuring that only qualified professionals can provide school psychological services. The compact includes provisions to protect public safety, support military members and their spouses, enable disciplinary information sharing between states, and provide a mechanism for resolving disputes. The compact will become effective once seven states have enacted the legislation, and member states can withdraw with 180 days' notice, but must continue to recognize licenses granted under the compact for at least six months after withdrawal.
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Bill Summary: School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Kirk Hatcher (D)*, Andrew Jones (R), Rob Stewart (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Enacted
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AR bill #SB443 • Last Action 04/22/2025
To Amend The Duties Of The State Board Of Appraisers, Abstracters, And Home Inspectors; To Amend The Law Regarding Licensure Of Abstracters; To Amend The Law Regarding Licensure Of Home Inspectors; And To Declare An Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Arkansas State Board of Appraisers, Abstracters, and Home Inspectors' operations and regulations. The bill updates notification procedures to allow for both mail and email communications, modifies definitions related to real estate appraisals and residential units, removes some existing requirements like seal and documentation rules, and streamlines board procedures. Key changes include allowing email notifications for examinations and renewals, removing requirements for physical seals on documents, simplifying board composition by removing specific membership requirements, and consolidating multiple funds (Abstracters' Board Fund and Home Inspectors Registration Fund) into a single State Board of Appraisers, Abstracters, and Home Inspectors Fund. The bill also adjusts disciplinary procedures, continuing education requirements, and registration processes for abstracters and home inspectors. An emergency clause is included to make the bill effective on July 1, 2025, ensuring the board can continue providing its essential services during the administrative transition. The overall aim appears to be modernizing and simplifying the board's administrative processes while maintaining its core regulatory functions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE DUTIES OF THE STATE BOARD OF APPRAISERS, ABSTRACTERS, AND HOME INSPECTORS; TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING LICENSURE OF ABSTRACTERS; TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING LICENSURE OF HOME INSPECTORS; TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Josh Bryant (R)*, Ryan Rose (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB443 is now Act 949
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MO bill #HB268 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Modifies provisions relating to professional registration
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions relating to professional registration by introducing comprehensive changes to how various professional licensing boards handle criminal background checks and interstate licensing. The bill creates a new Dietitian Licensure Compact and requires numerous professional licensing boards (including those for dentists, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, and many others) to implement a standardized process for collecting fingerprints from license applicants. Under these new provisions, applicants would be required to submit fingerprints to the Missouri state highway patrol, which would then conduct state and federal criminal history background checks. The results of these background checks would be made accessible to the relevant professional licensing board, notwithstanding existing confidentiality laws. The Dietitian Licensure Compact specifically establishes a multi-state framework for licensing dietitians, creating a system that allows for easier interstate practice while maintaining individual states' regulatory authority. The compact includes provisions for data sharing, disciplinary actions, and establishing a coordinated data system to track licensees across participating states. Additionally, the bill streamlines licensing processes for military spouses and creates more uniform standards for professional licensure across different occupations.
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions relating to professional registration
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• Introduced: 12/03/2024
• Added: 03/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brenda Shields (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing Held (S)
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MN bill #SF1690 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Stewardship program establishment for circuit boards, batteries, and electrical products
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive stewardship program for circuit boards, batteries, and electrical products in Minnesota. The legislation creates a Covered Products Reimbursement Board to recommend reimbursement rates for collectors, and requires producers to join a stewardship organization that will manage the collection, recycling, and proper disposal of covered electronic products. Key provisions include mandating convenient statewide collection sites, prohibiting the disposal of covered products in solid waste, and requiring producers to label products with their battery chemistry. The bill also bans mercury in certain types of batteries and creates a framework for producers to share the costs of managing electronic waste responsibly. Producers who sell covered products must contract with a stewardship organization by October 1, 2027, and the program will become fully operational on January 1, 2028. The goal is to reduce electronic waste, protect the environment, and create a more sustainable approach to managing discarded electronic products.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to environment; establishing stewardship program for circuit boards, batteries, and electrical products; prohibiting mercury in batteries; authorizing rulemaking; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 115.071, subdivision 1; 115A.121; 115A.554; 116.92, subdivision 6, by adding a subdivision; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 115A; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 115A.1310, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 12a, 12b, 12c, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20; 115A.1312; 115A.1314; 115A.1316; 115A.1318; 115A.1320; 115A.1322; 115A.1323; 115A.1324; 115A.1326; 115A.1328; 115A.1330; 115A.9155; 115A.9157, subdivisions 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9; 115A.961, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 325E.125; 325E.1251.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 5 : Rob Kupec (D)*, Jim Abeler (R), Aric Putnam (D), Foung Hawj (D), Jim Carlson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (12:00:00 4/22/2025 )
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MN bill #SF2940 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Minnesota Data Privacy Act modification to make consumer health data a form of sensitive data provision and sensitive data additional protections addition provision
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Minnesota Data Privacy Act to expand protections for consumer health data by making it a form of sensitive data with additional safeguards. Specifically, the bill adds comprehensive definitions for health data and geofencing, and introduces new requirements for processing and selling sensitive data. The legislation defines health data broadly, including information about medical conditions, treatments, health-related purchases, bodily functions, diagnostic testing, and even derived or inferred data about a consumer's health status. The bill prohibits implementing geofences around healthcare facilities to track or collect health data without consent and requires explicit, separate authorizations for processing or selling sensitive health information. Controllers must obtain specific, written consent that clearly explains what data will be processed, how it will be used, and provide consumers the ability to withdraw consent. The bill also expands enforcement powers for the Attorney General, allowing penalties of up to $7,500 per violation and extending enforcement to entities that are not traditional controllers or processors. The new provisions will become effective on July 31, 2025, with a delayed compliance date for postsecondary institutions until July 31, 2029.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to consumer protection; modifying the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act to make consumer health data a form of sensitive data; adding additional protections for sensitive data; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 325M.11; 325M.12; 325M.16, subdivision 2; 325M.18; 325M.20; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 325M; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 325M.17.
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• Introduced: 03/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 3 : Bonnie Westlin (D)*, Melissa Wiklund (D), Clare Oumou Verbeten (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/21/2025
• Last Action: Author added Oumou Verbeten
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TX bill #HB4148 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Relating to the records, management, and taxation of navigation districts and certain port and harbor facilities.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses several administrative and operational aspects of navigation districts, port authorities, and related boards in Texas. It allows these entities to establish alternative electronic record storage and retention standards, enabling them to convert hard copy documents to electronic form and potentially destroy original physical documents, while ensuring that retention periods meet state and federal requirements. The bill increases the threshold for routine purchases and contracts from $100,000 to $500,000 for port commissions and certain transportation district boards, giving these entities more financial flexibility. It also modifies regulations around closed meetings, specifically exempting port commissions from recording closed meetings related to security measures. Additionally, the bill expands the definition of "navigation-related commerce" for tax purposes to include new activities like cruise ship terminal facilities and certain transportation-related services. The bill excludes navigation districts and port authorities from a specific governmental entity definition and makes provisions for how these entities can delegate purchasing authority. These changes aim to modernize and streamline administrative processes for navigation districts and port authorities in Texas, with the provisions set to take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the records, management, and taxation of navigation districts and certain port and harbor facilities.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mary Ann Perez (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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MO bill #HB397 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Creates provisions relating to dietitians
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a comprehensive Dietitian Licensure Compact to facilitate interstate practice for licensed dietitians. The compact establishes a multi-state system that allows dietitians to more easily obtain professional licenses across participating states by creating a streamlined process for license recognition. Key provisions include creating a unique identifier for each applicant, establishing a data system to track licensure information, and setting up a Compact Commission to manage interstate licensure. The bill provides specific provisions for military spouses and active-duty service members, allowing them more flexibility in maintaining professional licenses when relocating. It also creates mechanisms for license verification, investigation of disciplinary actions, and ensures public protection by maintaining rigorous standards for professional practice. The compact aims to increase public access to dietitian services, reduce administrative burdens for professionals, and support mobility for licensed dietitians, particularly those in military families. The legislation establishes detailed rules for how states can join the compact, how licensure will be managed across state lines, and creates a framework for addressing potential conflicts or disciplinary issues that may arise in multi-state practice.
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Bill Summary: Creates provisions relating to dietitians
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• Introduced: 12/04/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tara Peters (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: Voted Do Pass (S)
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MD bill #HB1016 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Baltimore Convention and Tourism Redevelopment and Operating Authority Task Force - Revisions
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Baltimore Convention and Tourism Redevelopment and Operating Authority Task Force to expand its responsibilities by identifying potential funding sources and mechanisms for renovating and developing the Baltimore Convention site and surrounding areas. The Task Force must submit an initial report by December 1, 2024, and a follow-up report specifically focused on funding sources and mechanisms by December 1, 2025. The bill extends the termination date of the Task Force from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2026, giving the group additional time to complete its work. The Task Force's expanded duties include studying the establishment of an entity or strategy to govern and redevelop local real property assets, recommending the membership and purpose of a potential new authority, and exploring its potential powers such as acquiring property, entering into agreements, collecting fees, and issuing bonds. The bill aims to provide a comprehensive approach to revitalizing the Baltimore Convention site and its immediate surrounding area, with a particular focus on identifying sustainable funding mechanisms for future development and operations.
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Bill Summary: Requiring the Baltimore Convention and Tourism Redevelopment and Operating Authority Task Force to identify certain funding sources and mechanisms, and to submit a report to the Governor, the Mayor of Baltimore City, and the General Assembly on its findings and recommendations by December 1, 2025; and extending the termination date for the Task Force from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/01/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Melissa Wells (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 214
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RI bill #H5725 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Provides that fees for costs charged for search, retrieval or copying of public records shall be waived for members of the general assembly who certify that they are acting in their official capacity.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Rhode Island General Laws relating to public records access by adding a new provision that waives fees for search, retrieval, and copying of public records for members of the state general assembly when they are acting in their official capacity and require documents to discharge their legislative duties. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 38-2-4, which previously outlined the costs associated with obtaining public records, by inserting a new subsection (f) that provides a fee exemption for legislators. Currently, public bodies can charge up to 15 cents per page for document copies and up to $15 per hour for document search and retrieval (with the first hour free), but under this legislation, these fees would be completely waived when a legislator certifies they are requesting records as part of their official responsibilities. The bill is straightforward in its purpose, aiming to reduce financial barriers for legislators seeking information needed to perform their governmental duties, and it will take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would provide that fees for costs charged for search, retrieval or copying of public records shall be waived for members of the general assembly who certify that they are acting in their official capacity. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Sherry Roberts (R)*, Bob Quattrocchi (R), David Place (R), Marie Hopkins (R), Michael Chippendale (R), Jon Brien (I), Christopher Paplauskas (R), Richard Fascia (R), Paul Santucci (R), George Nardone (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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RI bill #H5707 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Amends the definition of public record to exempt from public disclosure the city or town of residence of the justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Rhode Island's public records law to exempt the city or town of residence for justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill modifies an existing section of the state's access to public records statute that previously allowed the city or town of residence to be disclosed for certain public employees. The change is intended to protect the privacy and potentially the safety of judicial system personnel by preventing their exact place of residence from being easily accessible to the public. The term "unified judicial system" refers to the state's court system, and this exemption would apply to all levels of judges, from trial court judges to appellate court justices. The bill is straightforward, with a single substantive section making this change and a second section specifying that the law takes effect immediately upon its passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would amend the definition of public record to exempt from public disclosure the city or town of residence of the justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Jay Edwards (D)*, Matthew Dawson (D), June Speakman (D), Lauren Carson (D), Jason Knight (D), Doc Corvese (D), Leo Felix (D), Katie Kazarian (D), Evan Shanley (D), Brandon Voas (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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WA bill #SB5163 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Modernizing the child fatality statute.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modernizes Washington state's child fatality review statute to improve understanding and prevention of child deaths. The legislation updates the existing law by expanding the age range for child fatality reviews from under 18 to under 19 years old and modifies how local health departments can conduct these reviews. Key provisions include authorizing local health departments to collect and retain identifiable information about child deaths for trend analysis and quality improvement, while maintaining strict confidentiality protections. The bill allows health departments to request and receive comprehensive data from various sources like medical providers, schools, law enforcement, and social services to conduct thorough reviews. The reviews aim to identify preventable causes of child mortality by systematically examining medical records, conducting interviews, and analyzing case information. Importantly, the bill ensures that information collected during these reviews remains confidential and cannot be used in legal proceedings, with specific exceptions for reporting child abuse or sharing independently acquired information. The overall goal is to help reduce infant and child mortality rates in Washington by providing a comprehensive, protected mechanism for investigating and understanding the factors contributing to child deaths.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to modernizing the child fatality statute; and 2 amending RCW 70.05.170. 3
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Tina Orwall (D)*, Sharon Shewmake (D), Manka Dhingra (D), Steve Conway (D), Annette Cleveland (D), Lisa Wellman (D), Bob Hasegawa (D), Marcus Riccelli (D), Rebecca Saldaña (D), T'wina Nobles (D), Javier Valdez (D), Claire Wilson (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Effective date 7/27/2025.
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AR bill #SB397 • Last Action 04/22/2025
To Protect Confidential Personal Information Of Rail Employees In Reports Involving Railroad Fatalities.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to protect the confidential personal information of railroad crew members involved in fatality incidents by establishing new rules for reporting and disclosure. The legislation recognizes the essential role of freight railroads and seeks to prevent undue harassment of crew members involved in fatal accidents. Under the new law, public records related to railroad fatalities must be maintained in a way that ensures the confidentiality of the crew's personal information, with mandatory redaction if such information is to be publicly disclosed. However, certain entities are exempt from these confidentiality restrictions, including the employing railroad, law enforcement officers, state attorneys, transportation department staff, and federal transportation safety investigators. These exempt parties can request the information in writing, but only if access is necessary for performing their official duties. The bill reflects a legislative intent to balance transparency with the protection of railroad employees' privacy, particularly in sensitive situations involving workplace fatalities.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIAL PERSONAL INFORMATION OF RAIL EMPLOYEES IN REPORTS INVOLVING RAILROAD FATALITIES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Dave Wallace (R)*, Johnny Rye (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB397 is now Act 931
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CA bill #AB22 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Crime.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to California's criminal justice system, particularly regarding juvenile offenders and sex offender registration. The bill would repeal key provisions of previous voter-approved propositions, including exemptions that allowed some younger sex offenders to avoid registration and provisions that limited automatic prosecution of juveniles as adults. It would require broader sex offender registration for individuals convicted of certain offenses involving minors, even if the age difference is small. For sexually violent predators, the bill introduces new restrictions on placement, mandating that the State Department of State Hospitals ensure public safety is the primary consideration when placing such individuals and prohibiting placement in residential zones or within three miles of tribal lands. The bill also modifies juvenile court procedures, making it easier to transfer younger offenders to adult criminal courts for serious offenses, particularly those involving violence or sexual crimes. Additionally, the bill would require proof of housing before conditionally releasing a sexually violent predator and gives more discretion to courts in determining whether a juvenile should be tried as an adult based on factors like criminal sophistication, potential for rehabilitation, and the circumstances of the offense. The provisions affecting voter-approved propositions would themselves be subject to voter approval at a future election.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 290 of the Penal Code, and to amend Sections 653.5, 707.2, 727, 828.1, 1753.3, 1767.1, and 6608.5 of, to add Section 6609.4 to, and to repeal and add Sections 602 and 707 of, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to crimes.
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• Introduced: 12/02/2024
• Added: 03/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carl DeMaio (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/01/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Held without recommendation.
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MN bill #HF2300 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Judiciary finance bill.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive judiciary finance and policy measure that covers multiple areas of judicial administration, appropriations, and government data practices. The bill appropriates funds for various judicial branches and offices for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, including the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, District Courts, and several other judicial boards and offices. Key funding provisions include specific allocations for digital accessibility, cybersecurity, and interpreter services. The bill also reduces appropriations for several boards, including the Office of Appellate Counsel and Training, the State Competency Attainment Board, and the Cannabis Expungement Board. In addition to appropriations, the bill makes significant policy changes across several areas. It modifies statutes related to judicial officials' personal information protection, particularly in real property records, establishing a new process for judicial officials to request privacy of their personal data. The bill also updates provisions related to forensic navigators, competency attainment, and restorative practices, including changes to how data about these processes can be collected and shared. The legislation introduces a new Uniform Special Deposits Act, which provides detailed rules for special bank deposits, including definitions, classification of data, and procedures for accessing and protecting information. It also makes various amendments to government data practices, including how educational institutions handle parent contact information and how certain professional data is classified and disclosed. The bill encompasses multiple policy areas, from judicial funding and administration to data privacy and banking regulations, with an effective date for many provisions ranging from immediate implementation to January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to state government; providing for judiciary and government data practices policy; amending real property judicial foreclosure law; providing for the Uniform Special Deposits Act; providing for reports; reducing certain appropriations; appropriating money for the supreme court, court of appeals, district courts, Board of Civil Legal Aid, State Guardian ad Litem Board, tax court, Uniform Laws Commission, Board on Judicial Standards, Board of Public Defense, Human Rights, Office of Appellate Counsel and Training, Competency Attainment Board, Cannabis Expungement Board, and Secretary of State; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 13.03, subdivision 3; 13.32, subdivisions 2, 5; 13.43, subdivision 2; 13.991; 142A.76, subdivision 8; 144E.123, subdivision 3; 260C.419, subdivisions 2, 3, 4; 480.243, by adding a subdivision; 480.35, by adding a subdivision; 480.40, subdivisions 1, 3; 480.45, subdivision 2; 484.44; 484.51; 518.68, subdivision 1; 518B.01, subdivision 2; 524.5-420; 580.07, subdivisions 1, 2; 581.02; 595.02, by adding a subdivision; 611.45, subdivision 3; 611.46, subdivision 2; 611.49, subdivisions 2, 3; 611.55, subdivision 3; 611.56, subdivision 1; 611.59, subdivisions 1, 4; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 13; 47; 480.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 3 : Peggy Scott (R)*, Tina Liebling (D), Brion Curran (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (12:30:00 4/22/2025 )
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DC bill #B26-0208 • Last Action 04/22/2025
Open Meetings Clarification Amendment Act of 2025
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to clarify and expand regulations around public meetings in the District of Columbia. The bill redefines "meeting" to include a broader range of gatherings where public business is discussed, while specifically excluding certain types of interactions like social gatherings, press conferences, and field trips. It provides new provisions allowing public bodies to be briefed about potential terrorist or public health threats without taking official action, and creates an exemption for meetings between the City Council and the Mayor, provided no official action is taken. The bill also introduces more flexible public access requirements, stating that a meeting can be considered open to the public if reasonable steps are taken to allow public viewing or hearing of the meeting, either in real-time or as soon as technologically feasible afterward. Additionally, the bill modifies notice and recording requirements for meetings, giving public bodies more latitude in how they accommodate public attendance and document proceedings. The changes aim to balance transparency in government operations with practical considerations of security and logistical constraints.
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Bill Summary: A BILL IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To amend the Open Meetings Act to clarify the definition of “meeting”; to provide for a public body’s ability to be briefed about potential terrorist or public health threats so long as no official action is taken; to exempt from the act meetings between the Council and the Mayor provided that no official action is taken at such meetings; and to provide that a meeting shall be deemed open to the public if the public body takes steps reasonably calculated to allow the public to view or hear the meeting while the meeting is taking place, or, if doing so is not technologically feasible, as soon thereafter as reasonably practicable.
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• Introduced: 03/28/2025
• Added: 03/29/2025
• Session: 26th Council
• Sponsors: 12 : Phil Mendelson (D)*, Christina Henderson (I)*, Brianne Nadeau (D)*, Matt Frumin (D)*, Zachary Parker (D)*, Wendell Felder (D)*, Kenyan McDuffie (I)*, Anita Bonds (D)*, Robert White (D)*, Brooke Pinto (D)*, Janeese George (D)*, Charles Allen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/27/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing Held
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CA bill #SB579 • Last Action 04/21/2025
Mental health and artificial intelligence working group.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Secretary of Government Operations to establish a Mental Health and Artificial Intelligence Working Group by July 1, 2026, to comprehensively evaluate the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in mental health settings. The working group will consist of 16 members, including behavioral health professionals, AI experts, patient advocates, ethics and law experts, and representatives from various state agencies and legislative bodies. The group is tasked with investigating how AI can improve mental health outcomes, examining current and emerging AI technologies in mental health diagnosis and treatment, and identifying potential risks such as privacy concerns and unintended consequences. The working group must conduct at least three public meetings, gather input from diverse stakeholders including health organizations, academic institutions, and technology companies. By July 1, 2028, the group must submit a detailed report to the Legislature outlining potential uses, risks, and benefits of AI in mental health treatment, including best practices, policy recommendations, and a framework for training mental health professionals on AI tools. A follow-up report is required by January 1, 2030, to track the implementation of recommendations. The working group will operate without compensation but will be reimbursed for expenses, and the provisions of this bill will be repealed on January 1, 2031.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Section 12817 to the Government Code, relating to artificial intelligence.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 03/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Padilla (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/26/2025
• Last Action: April 21 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
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WA bill #HB1718 • Last Action 04/21/2025
Concerning well-being programs for certain health care professionals.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new framework for physician well-being programs aimed at addressing career fatigue and supporting health care professionals. The bill defines a "physician well-being program" as a formal program with specific parameters: it must use one-on-one peer interactions to connect participants with health resources, be limited to three sessions per participant every 12 months, focus on general career fatigue without evaluating specific patient care or investigating misconduct, and be established in writing by an employer, medical organization, or statewide physician organization. The program cannot include people employed by or financially invested in the program and cannot monitor physicians' ability to practice. The bill also creates confidentiality protections for program records, making them exempt from public disclosure and discovery, with some exceptions. Additionally, the bill outlines reporting requirements for license holders, specifying that while participants in physician well-being programs are generally not required to report issues, they must do so if a physician is deemed unable to practice safely or if a patient has been harmed. The legislation amends existing laws to integrate these new provisions into the state's health care professional regulations, with the ultimate goal of supporting the mental health and professional well-being of physicians and physician assistants.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to well-being programs for certain health care 2 professionals; amending RCW 18.130.020 and 18.130.070; and adding a 3 new section to chapter 18.130 RCW. 4
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : My-Linh Thai (D)*, Clyde Shavers (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Janice Zahn (D), Shaun Scott (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Effective date 7/27/2025.
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CA bill #AB1325 • Last Action 04/21/2025
Lubricants and waste oil: producer responsibility.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a comprehensive producer responsibility program for lubricants and waste oil products in California, designed to improve the collection, management, and recycling of automotive fluids and their packaging. The bill requires producers of covered products (such as engine oils, transmission fluids, antifreeze, and other petroleum-based automotive products) to form a producer responsibility organization (PRO) that will develop and implement a plan to safely collect and manage these products. The PRO must establish a convenient collection system at no cost to residents or local governments, with performance-based standards aimed at reducing improper disposal by 20% by 2032 and 40% by 2035. Producers will be required to register with the PRO, pay for the program's costs, and contribute to a funding mechanism that equitably distributes expenses based on sales volumes and product toxicity. The program will include a statewide education and outreach effort to help consumers properly dispose of these products, with CalRecycle and the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) overseeing the implementation. The bill establishes administrative fees, potential penalties for non-compliance, and creates special funds to support the program's administration and enforcement, with the ultimate goal of reducing environmental damage from improperly disposed automotive fluids.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 42042 to, to add Article 11 (commencing with Section 48692) to Chapter 4 of Part 7 of Division 30 of, and to add Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 48695) to Part 7 of Division 30 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to solid waste.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Michelle Rodriguez (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/24/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
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AZ bill #SB1588 • Last Action 04/21/2025
Naturopathic physicians; chiropractors; board; conduct
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates Arizona's chiropractic regulation by establishing detailed standards for professional conduct, board operations, and disciplinary procedures for chiropractors. The bill defines numerous specific actions that constitute unprofessional conduct, including making false statements to patients or the board, failing to maintain adequate patient records, misrepresenting credentials, engaging in inappropriate sexual conduct, and billing for services not provided. It requires the chiropractic board to implement stricter oversight mechanisms, such as completing conflict of interest disclosures, undergoing annual training on board authority and open meetings law, and developing policies for investigating complaints. The legislation mandates that the board promptly refer potential criminal complaints to law enforcement within two business days and establishes specific timelines for complaint investigations, with most investigations required to be completed within 90 days. Additionally, the bill introduces protections for patient safety, requires transparent record-keeping, and emphasizes the board's primary responsibility of protecting public health by preventing arbitrary or capricious actions against licensed professionals. The legislative intent clearly signals increased accountability for the chiropractic board and a commitment to maintaining high professional standards while protecting both patients and practitioners.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending section 32-900, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 32, chapter 8, ARTICLE 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 32-900.01; amending section 32-904, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 32, chapter 8, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 32-904.01; amending sections 32-905, 32-921, 32-923 and 32-924, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 32, chapter 8, article 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 32-924.01; amending sections 32-929, 32-934 and 32-1504, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to the naturopathic physicians medical board.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Janae Shamp (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: House Committee of the Whole action: Do Pass
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TX bill #HB19 • Last Action 04/21/2025
Relating to the issuance and repayment of debt by local governments, including the adoption of an ad valorem tax rate and the use of ad valorem tax revenue for the repayment of debt.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several significant changes to local government debt issuance, taxation, and financial reporting in Texas. The bill mandates that elections for bond issuance or tax rate increases must be held on the November uniform election date, limits local government debt by capping annual debt service at 20 percent of the average property tax collections from the previous three years, and requires that bond proceeds be allocated exactly as stated in the voter-approved ballot proposition. The bill also modifies requirements for issuing certificates of obligation, making it harder for local governments to issue such certificates by reducing the circumstances under which they can be used and increasing voter protest thresholds. Additionally, the bill changes tax rate calculation and reporting requirements, specifically prohibiting maintenance and operations tax revenue increases from being used to repay debt, and requires more detailed and transparent public notices about proposed tax rates and budgets. The bill aims to provide greater fiscal accountability and transparency for local government financial decisions, with most provisions taking effect on September 1, 2025, and some specific sections becoming effective on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the issuance and repayment of debt by local governments, including the adoption of an ad valorem tax rate and the use of ad valorem tax revenue for the repayment of debt.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 03/19/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Morgan Meyer (R)*, Greg Bonnen (R)*, Giovanni Capriglione (R)*, Ken King (R)*, Carrie Isaac (R), Will Metcalf (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/18/2025
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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PA bill #HB1130 • Last Action 04/21/2025
In food protection, further providing for definitions and providing for reporting of GRAS substances and for public database of GRAS reports.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances food safety regulations by establishing new reporting requirements for Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) substances in Pennsylvania. The bill defines GRAS substances as food additives that experts consider safe based on scientific procedures or historical use, and mandates that companies report detailed information about these substances to the state secretary before using them in food products. It creates a mandatory public database on the department's website where these GRAS substance reports will be accessible, searchable, and downloadable, with provisions to protect trade secrets while ensuring transparency. The bill prohibits selling or using GRAS substances in food without first filing a comprehensive report, though small businesses are exempted from these requirements. Certain types of substances are also excluded from reporting, such as those already approved by the FDA or recognized in federal regulations. The secretary is empowered to manage the database, update it with new safety information, potentially charge listing fees, and must provide progress reports to the General Assembly about the database's development. The legislation will take effect six months after passage, giving businesses time to prepare for the new reporting requirements.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in food protection, further providing for definitions and providing for reporting of GRAS substances and for public database of GRAS reports.
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• Introduced: 04/17/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 33 : Natalie Mihalek (R)*, Melissa Shusterman (D), David Rowe (R), Stephenie Scialabba (R), Jenn O'Mara (D), Abby Major (R), Justin Fleming (D), Joe Hogan (R), Ryan Warner (R), Josh Kail (R), Shelby Labs (R), Robert Leadbeter (R), Barb Gleim (R), Lisa Borowski (D), Jessica Benham (D), Carl Metzgar (R), Christina Sappey (D), Tina Pickett (R), José Giral (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Arvind Venkat (D), Anita Kulik (D), Ed Neilson (D), Rob Kauffman (R), Danielle Otten (D), Carol Kazeem (D), Nikki Rivera (D), Roni Green (D), Jill Cooper (R), Jake Banta (R), Brenda Pugh (R), K.C. Tomlinson (R), Marci Mustello (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION, TECHNOLOGY AND UTILITIES
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CA bill #AB872 • Last Action 04/21/2025
Environmental health: product safety: perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive regulations targeting perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are synthetic chemicals found in many consumer products. Beginning January 1, 2028, the bill will prohibit the distribution, sale, or offering for sale of covered products containing intentionally added PFAS, with exceptions for products where federal law preempts state authority or where the Department of Toxic Substances Control has issued a specific regulatory response. The bill covers a wide range of product categories including cleaning products, cookware, consumer products, dental floss, juvenile products, food packaging, and ski wax. It requires the department to analyze PFAS presence in industrial processes and products, potentially identify and categorize commercially active PFAS, and may require manufacturers to report on their use of high-risk PFAS compounds. The legislation also allows manufacturers to petition the department to evaluate specific products and provides mechanisms for the department to maintain a list of products and uses exempt from the PFAS prohibition. By 2028, the department must adopt regulations to implement these provisions, with the ultimate goal of reducing PFAS exposure and potential health risks associated with these substances in consumer products.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 25252 and 108076 of, to add Section 25253.2 to, and to add Chapter 17.5 (commencing with Section 109030) to Part 3 of Division 104 of, the Health and Safety Code, relating to product safety.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blanca Rubio (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on E.S & T.M.
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AR bill #HB1252 • Last Action 04/21/2025
To Establish The Certified Community-based Doula Certification Act; And To Certify Birth And Postpartum Doulas In This State To Improve Maternal And Infant Outcomes.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Certified Community-Based Doula Certification Act in Arkansas, creating a comprehensive framework for doula certification, regulation, and compensation. The legislation defines a certified community-based doula as a trained professional who provides non-clinical emotional, physical, and informational support to women before, during, and after pregnancy. To become certified, individuals must be at least 18 years old, maintain certification from a designated doula organization, and pay a $50 application fee. Certifications will be valid for two years and require 10 hours of professional development training for renewal. The Arkansas Department of Health will create and maintain a public registry of certified doulas and has the authority to suspend or revoke certifications for unethical conduct or failure to meet requirements. The bill also specifies that certified doulas can provide services such as childbirth education, healthcare system navigation, advocacy, community resource connections, and continuous emotional and physical support. Importantly, the legislation ensures that doulas will be compensated through the Arkansas Medicaid Program and health benefit plans, potentially improving maternal and infant healthcare outcomes by increasing access to supportive care during pregnancy and childbirth.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ESTABLISH THE CERTIFIED COMMUNITY-BASED DOULA CERTIFICATION ACT; TO CERTIFY BIRTH AND POSTPARTUM DOULAS IN THIS STATE TO IMPROVE MATERNAL AND INFANT OUTCOMES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Lee Johnson (R)*, Missy Irvin (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 67
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1252 is now Act 965
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ND bill #HB1374 • Last Action 04/21/2025
An open meeting exemption for a board of township supervisors when conducting an onsite inspection.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates an exemption to open meeting requirements for township supervisors conducting onsite inspections under specific circumstances. The bill allows township supervisors to conduct an onsite inspection without violating open meeting laws when either the township lacks staff capable of performing the inspection or when the supervisors are serving both as township officers and staff. If an onsite inspection falls under these conditions, it will be considered an "exempt meeting" under North Dakota law. To maintain transparency, the board of township supervisors must make good-faith efforts to notify local news media about the inspection if a news outlet has previously submitted a written request with contact information. The notification can be made by telephone or through any method typically used to communicate with public body members. This exemption is designed to provide flexibility for small townships with limited resources while still attempting to maintain a degree of public transparency during inspection processes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to create and enact a new section to chapter 44-04 and a new section to chapter 58-03 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to an open meeting exemption for a board of township supervisors when conducting an onsite inspection.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 69th Legislative Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Larry Klemin (R)*, Clayton Fegley (R)*, Jonathan Warrey (R)*, Jeff Barta (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: Filed with Secretary Of State 04/16
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AR bill #HB1525 • Last Action 04/21/2025
To Amend The Law Concerning Real Property; And To Address Agricultural Impact Remediation Agreements.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adds a new subchapter to Arkansas law governing agricultural impact remediation agreements for commercial renewable energy facilities, establishing guidelines for agreements between renewable energy facility owners and landowners with agricultural property. The bill defines key terms such as "agricultural land" (property producing at least $1,000 in agricultural sales), "commercial renewable energy facility" (wind or solar energy sites), and "landowner" (agricultural property owner party to a facility construction agreement). Before constructing a renewable energy facility on agricultural land, the facility owner must enter into a remediation agreement that outlines construction and deconstruction standards to ensure land restoration, provides a comprehensive deconstruction plan with financial assurances, and is submitted to the Department of Agriculture at least 45 days before construction begins. The agreement must be binding on subsequent owners, can be modified by underlying agreements, and is confidential under state information disclosure laws. Notably, the bill does not apply to existing agreements or situations where the facility owner also owns the land, providing a framework to protect agricultural landowners' interests during renewable energy facility development and eventual removal.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING REAL PROPERTY; TO ADDRESS AGRICULTURAL IMPACT REMEDIATION AGREEMENTS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 04/23/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Trey Steimel (R)*, Missy Irvin (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1525 is now Act 923
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PA bill #HB1277 • Last Action 04/21/2025
In plants and plant products, providing for plant and pollinator protection; conferring powers and duties on the Department of Agriculture and Secretary of Agriculture; establishing the Plant and Pollinator Protection Committee and the Plant and Pollinator Protection Account; repealing provisions relating to bees; imposing penalties; and making repeals.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive new Plant and Pollinator Protection Act that replaces existing bee and plant pest regulations in Pennsylvania. The bill creates a detailed framework for licensing, inspecting, and regulating plant merchants and pollinator operations, with the primary goals of protecting plants and pollinators from pests and invasive species. Key provisions include establishing mandatory licensing for businesses dealing with plants or pollinators, creating a Plant and Pollinator Protection Committee to advise the Department of Agriculture, implementing rigorous inspection and quarantine procedures, and establishing significant penalties for violations. The bill requires businesses to maintain detailed records, report pest issues, and obtain proper certifications when transporting or distributing plants and pollinators. It also sets up a Plant and Pollinator Protection Account to fund these regulatory efforts and creates a comprehensive system of civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance. The legislation repeals previous bee and plant pest laws, consolidating and modernizing regulations to provide more comprehensive protection for Pennsylvania's agricultural and ecological interests. The bill will take effect 60 days after passage, giving businesses time to adapt to the new regulatory requirements.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in plants and plant products, providing for plant and pollinator protection; conferring powers and duties on the Department of Agriculture and Secretary of Agriculture; establishing the Plant and Pollinator Protection Committee and the Plant and Pollinator Protection Account; repealing provisions relating to bees; imposing penalties; and making repeals.
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• Introduced: 04/21/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 19 : Chris Rabb (D)*, Maureen Madden (D), Chris Pielli (D), José Giral (D), Ben Waxman (D), Danilo Burgos (D), Kristine Howard (D), Tarik Khan (D), Nancy Guenst (D), Tarah Probst (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), Joe Webster (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Lee James (R), Joe Hohenstein (D), Tim Brennan (D), Melissa Shusterman (D), Perry Warren (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/22/2025
• Last Action: Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS
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AR bill #SB572 • Last Action 04/18/2025
To Create The Public School Access And Transparency Act; And To Require Public Access To Learning Materials.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Public School Access and Transparency Act, which amends the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act to expand public access to learning materials in public schools. The bill defines "learning materials" broadly as curricula, lesson plans, instructional materials, assignments, books, videos, digital resources, and other classroom instruction resources (excluding student assessments). The legislation prevents public schools from using copyright claims to block public access to these materials and prohibits schools from entering into agreements that restrict public inspection. Residents can now request to view or inspect learning materials, including digital resources, without being required to sign non-disclosure agreements. While individuals can access and physically inspect these materials, they are prohibited from publishing, distributing, or using the copyrighted materials beyond public inspection, and any copying must adhere to fair use copyright provisions. The bill's purpose is to increase transparency and accountability in public education by ensuring that residents can review the educational materials used in public schools. The legislation includes a severability clause, meaning that if any part of the act is found invalid, the rest of the act can still be enforced.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE PUBLIC SCHOOL ACCESS AND TRANSPARENCY ACT; TO REQUIRE PUBLIC ACCESS TO LEARNING MATERIALS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Jim Dotson (R)*, Mindy McAlindon (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB572 is now Act 649
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AR bill #SB343 • Last Action 04/18/2025
To Amend The Law Concerning State-owned Motor Vehicles; To Amend The Law Concerning Public Property; And To Amend The Automobile And Pickup Truck Acquisition Act For The State Of Arkansas.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several Arkansas laws concerning state-owned motor vehicles, primarily transferring responsibilities from the Department of Finance and Administration to the newly created Department of Shared Administrative Services. The bill requires the new department to maintain comprehensive records of state-owned vehicles, including an annual inventory report to the Legislative Council. It mandates that by January 1, 2028, all state-owned vehicles (excluding law enforcement vehicles) must have global positioning devices installed, with travel records subject to certain disclosure and audit requirements. The bill establishes new procedures for vehicle acquisition, disposal, and reassignment, allowing the department to prioritize vehicle replacements based on factors like age, mileage, repair costs, and fleet condition. The legislation also empowers the department to reassign vehicles between state agencies and establish criteria and potentially fees for inter-agency vehicle use. Most provisions of the bill will become effective on January 1, 2026, signaling a systematic transition of vehicle management responsibilities to the new department.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING STATE ACCOUNTING AND BUDGETARY PROCEDURE; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING STATE-OWNED MOTOR VEHICLES; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING PUBLIC PROPERTY; TO AMEND THE AUTOMOBILE AND PICKUP TRUCK ACQUISITION ACT FOR THE STATE OF ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Missy Irvin (R)*, Nicole Clowney (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB343 is now Act 734
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AZ bill #SB1123 • Last Action 04/18/2025
Watermark; paper ballots
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires ballot paper vendors to meet stringent certification and security standards to help prevent election fraud. Specifically, the bill mandates that any vendor providing ballot paper must have at least one of three international certifications (ISO 27001, ISO 17025, or ISO 9001:2015) and must incorporate at least three advanced anti-fraud measures into ballot paper. These measures include sophisticated security features like watermarked security paper, holographic foils, custom complex background designs, variable digital infill, specialized inks (such as thermochromic or photochromic), stealth numbering in ultraviolet or infrared inks, micro-ultraviolet designs, forensic fraud detection technologies, and unique barcodes or QR codes that allow individual voters to track their ballot's processing. By repealing the existing section 16-504 and replacing it with these new requirements, the bill aims to enhance the security and traceability of election ballots in Arizona by implementing multiple layers of technological and physical fraud prevention methods.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Repealing section 16-504, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 16, chapter 4, article 6, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding a new section 16-504; relating to election ballots.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 8 : Mark Finchem (R)*, Hildy Angius (R), Timothy Dunn (R), John Kavanagh (R), Vince Leach (R), Kevin Payne (R), Wendy Rogers (R), Janae Shamp (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Governor Vetoed
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AZ bill #HB2774 • Last Action 04/18/2025
Small modular reactors; co-location
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Arizona law to facilitate the construction of small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) by creating new regulatory exemptions and guidelines. Specifically, the bill allows utilities to construct a new small modular nuclear reactor without seeking a traditional certificate of environmental compatibility if the reactor is co-located with a large industrial energy user, provided the utility gives 30 days' written notice to the state corporation commission. The bill requires the commission to establish detailed definitions for key terms like "co-location," "large industrial energy user," and "small modular nuclear reactor," including specifying parameters such as energy demand, physical distance, and electrical interconnection. The new SMR must still comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, and the exemption only applies in counties with fewer than 500,000 residents. Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes to clarify that counties cannot prevent or restrict the construction of SMRs in certain circumstances, particularly when the reactor is located near a large industrial energy user that has already received zoning approvals. The legislation aims to streamline the process for developing nuclear power infrastructure while maintaining safety and regulatory oversight.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending sections 11-812, 40-360.03 and 40-360.07, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 40, chapter 2, article 6.2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 40-360.14; relating to generating electricity.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Carbone (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Governor Vetoed
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AZ bill #HB2653 • Last Action 04/18/2025
Victims; disclosure requirements; witnesses; names
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Arizona state laws to enhance privacy protections for victims and witnesses in criminal cases by expanding the circumstances under which their identifying information can be redacted from public records. Specifically, the bill allows law enforcement and prosecution agencies to redact a victim's or witness's name from public records if there is a reasonable expectation that releasing the name could result in harassment, threats to safety, or witness tampering. The bill provides several exceptions to this redaction rule, such as when the victim or witness consents to the release, the victim is deceased, or a court has ordered the disclosure. The legislation applies to three different sections of Arizona Revised Statutes (8-413, 13-4434, and 39-123.01) and defines "personal identifying information" to include specific details like date of birth, social security number, address, email, and government-issued identification numbers. The bill aims to protect vulnerable individuals involved in criminal proceedings by giving them more control over the disclosure of their personal information while still maintaining transparency in the legal process.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending sections 8-413, 13-4434 and 39-123.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 6 : Jeff Weninger (R)*, Neal Carter (R), Matt Gress (R), Laurin Hendrix (R), Khyl Powell (R), Julie Willoughby (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 04/24/2025
• Last Action: Chapter 87
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AR bill #SB550 • Last Action 04/18/2025
To Change The Name Of The Arkansas Livestock And Poultry Commission To The Arkansas Board Of Animal Health.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill changes the name of the Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission to the Arkansas Board of Animal Health, which is a comprehensive update to numerous Arkansas statutes to reflect this organizational change. The bill systematically replaces references to the "Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission" with the "Arkansas Board of Animal Health" or "Department of Agriculture" across multiple sections of Arkansas law. The changes impact various areas including animal health regulations, veterinary practices, livestock and poultry oversight, fund management, and administrative procedures. While primarily a nomenclature update, the bill also makes some minor substantive changes, such as adjusting the composition of the board's veterinarian membership and updating references to various administrative processes. The bill ensures that the renamed entity will continue to perform its existing functions related to animal health, disease control, veterinary licensing, and agricultural oversight, just under a new official name. These modifications appear to be part of a broader effort to streamline and clarify the organizational structure of agricultural regulatory bodies in Arkansas.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING CERTAIN DUTIES OF THE ARKANSAS LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY COMMISSION; TO CHANGE THE NAME OF THE ARKANSAS LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY COMMISSION TO THE ARKANSAS BOARD OF ANIMAL HEALTH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/20/2025
• Added: 03/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Ricky Hill (R)*, Stetson Painter (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB550 is now Act 703
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AZ bill #SB1220 • Last Action 04/18/2025
Victims' rights; audio recordings; appeal
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Arizona law to enhance victims' rights by modifying several statutes related to information disclosure and public records. The bill expands the types of documents crime victims can receive for free from law enforcement agencies, specifically adding audio and video recordings to police reports that can be obtained at no charge. It clarifies the appeal process for victims who are denied access to public records in criminal cases, allowing them to file a special action within the criminal case itself. The bill also provides more precise definitions for terms like "domestic violence offense" and ensures that law enforcement agencies prioritize processing and providing requested police reports to victims. Additionally, the bill makes technical language improvements across multiple sections of Arizona Revised Statutes, including how victims are informed about their rights after a crime, such as receiving information about crisis intervention services, assistance programs, and notification procedures for arrests and court proceedings. These changes aim to make the criminal justice process more transparent and supportive for crime victims by ensuring they have easier access to information and documentation related to their cases.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending sections 8-386, 13-4405, 39-121.02 and 39-127, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Shawnna Bolick (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/23/2025
• Last Action: Chapter 65
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AZ bill #HB2169 • Last Action 04/18/2025
School districts; board meetings; expenditures
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several provisions related to school district board meetings and operations in Arizona. Specifically, the bill requires school district governing boards to hold all meetings, including subcommittee meetings, at a public facility within the school district and in compliance with open meeting laws. For districts with over 5,000 students, the bill mandates providing a live video feed of board meetings and maintaining online access to meeting recordings for at least five years. Additionally, the board must provide online access to all meeting materials, including supplemental documents, both before and after meetings. The bill also makes minor technical changes to language about board travel, such as requiring a roll call vote for out-of-state travel and mandating detailed documentation about proposed travel, including identifying travelers, lodging locations, estimated costs, and the specific school-related purposes of the trip. These changes aim to increase transparency and public access to school district board proceedings by ensuring meetings are publicly accessible and that detailed information about board activities is readily available.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending sections 15-321, 15-341 and 15-342, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to school district governing boards.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 10 : Matt Gress (R)*, Michael Carbone (R), Pamela Carter (R), Laurin Hendrix (R), Nickolas Kupper (R), David Livingston (R), Teresa Martinez (R), Quang Nguyen (R), James Taylor (R), Frank Carroll (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Governor Vetoed
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OR bill #SB141 • Last Action 04/18/2025
Relating to education; declaring an emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for measuring and improving student outcomes in Oregon's public education system. It requires school districts receiving State School Fund moneys to measure student performance using multiple metrics, including on-time graduation rates, ninth-grade on-track rates, reading and mathematics proficiency, and attendance rates. The bill directs the Department of Education to develop statewide and district-specific performance targets, with a focus on reducing academic disparities for historically underserved student groups, such as economically disadvantaged students, students with disabilities, and students from certain racial or ethnic groups. If a school district fails to meet its performance growth targets, the department will provide increasingly intensive support, including coaching, technical assistance, and potentially prescribing the use of up to 25% of the district's state funding. The bill also introduces new requirements for interim assessments in mathematics and language arts, mandates regular performance reviews, and requires districts to make their progress publicly available. Additionally, the legislation includes provisions for studying and potentially reducing administrative reporting requirements, reviewing district standards, and improving the Department of Education's internal operations, with the ultimate goal of enhancing student academic achievement and reducing educational disparities.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Creates framework for school districts to measure the outcomes of students and to improve the outcomes. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.6). Digest: Directs ODE to study ways to improve the outcomes of the public schools of this state. (Flesch Readability Score: 66.7). Requires the Department of Education to study methods for increasing the accountability of the public education system of this state. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim commit- tees of the Legislative Assembly related to education not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets January 2, 2027. Requires specified entities that receive moneys from the State School Fund to measure the outcomes of the students of the entity. Directs entities to develop performance growth targets and prescribes requirements that will be imposed by the Department of Education if targets are not met. Directs school districts and public charter schools to administer and review interim as- sessments in mathematics and language arts to measure student academic growth. Authorizes the department to direct school districts and public charter schools to adopt specified instructional materials or to participate in training or improvement activities if the district or school does not meet the goals established in the early literacy success plan. Re- moves the requirement that publishers submit a fee for each instructional material proposed by the publisher to the State Board of Education. Directs the department to study the reporting requirements imposed on school districts and to identify reporting requirements that can be decreased in frequency, eliminated or consolidated. Directs the department to contract with an entity to review the administrative rule re- quirements for a school district or an education service district to be considered standard. Directs the department to submit to the Legislative Assembly a report summarizing ad- ministrative and organizational changes. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/19/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Ways and Means by order of the President.
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CO bill #HB1201 • Last Action 04/18/2025
Model Money Transmission Modernization Act
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Model Money Transmission Modernization Act, which aims to update and modernize the regulation of money transmission services in Colorado. The legislation establishes a comprehensive framework for licensing, supervising, and regulating money transmission businesses, with key provisions including: requiring licenses for money transmission activities, establishing detailed application and renewal processes, mandating financial standards like minimum net worth and surety bonds, creating requirements for maintaining permissible investments, implementing robust reporting and record-keeping obligations, and establishing enforcement mechanisms. The bill defines key terms like "money transmission," "authorized delegate," and "outstanding money transmission obligation," and creates exemptions for certain financial institutions and transactions. The legislation also introduces provisions for background checks, cybersecurity, and consumer protection, such as requiring timely transmission of funds, providing receipts, and maintaining customer funds in trust. The bill emphasizes coordination with multistate licensing processes and aims to reduce regulatory burden while ensuring financial safety and transparency. The act will be subject to review and is set to be repealed on September 1, 2030, unless renewed, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing regulatory adaptation in the financial services sector.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING IMPLEMENTING A MODEL ACT TO MODERNIZE MONEY TRANSMISSION.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Bob Marshall (D)*, Nick Hinrichsen (D)*, Larry Liston (R)*, Jamie Jackson (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Governor Signed
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AR bill #HB1185 • Last Action 04/17/2025
To Adopt The Dietitian Licensure Compact In Arkansas.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Dietitian Licensure Compact in Arkansas, which is an interstate agreement designed to facilitate the practice of dietetics across multiple states while maintaining public safety standards. The compact creates a system where licensed dietitians can obtain a "Compact Privilege" to practice in other member states without obtaining additional individual state licenses. Key provisions include establishing a Compact Commission to oversee implementation, creating a data system to track licensee information, and setting uniform standards for licensure. To qualify for a Compact Privilege, dietitians must hold an unencumbered license in their home state, have appropriate educational credentials (such as being a Registered Dietitian), pass background checks, and meet specific professional requirements. The compact aims to increase public access to dietetic services, reduce administrative burdens, support military members and their spouses, and enhance information sharing among states. The bill also establishes procedures for managing adverse actions, resolving disputes, and ensuring that each member state can maintain its regulatory authority over dietetic practice while promoting interstate mobility for qualified professionals.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ADOPT THE DIETITIAN LICENSURE COMPACT IN ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Lee Johnson (R)*, Clint Penzo (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 69
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1185 is now Act 799
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MI bill #HB4316 • Last Action 04/17/2025
Legislature: legislative agencies; ombudsman for public employees; create. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Office of the State Employee Ombudsman within the legislative council to provide a mechanism for investigating complaints from state employees about administrative actions in government agencies. The ombudsman, who is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the legislative council, can initiate investigations on their own or in response to complaints about potential law violations, actions that might endanger public health or safety, or gross mismanagement of public funds. The ombudsman has broad powers to request information and documents from state departments, hold hearings, and interview individuals, but is not required to investigate every complaint received. The office must maintain confidentiality about investigations and complainants, and will produce resolution reports for complainants and separate detailed reports for the legislative council. The bill includes protections for employees who file complaints, preventing state agencies from retaliating against them, and establishes that violating the act's provisions is a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in prison or a $1,000 fine. The ombudsman is required to submit annual reports detailing complaint statistics and outcomes, and the new office will take effect 90 days after the law is enacted.
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Bill Summary: A bill to create the office of the state employee ombudsman; to provide a process for investigating and evaluating reports of suspected violations of law, conduct or decisions that may endanger public health or safety, and gross mismanagement of public funds; to prescribe the powers and duties of the office, the ombudsman, the legislative council, and certain other state governmental officers and entities; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies.
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• Introduced: 04/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 18 : Joey Andrews (D)*, Donavan McKinney (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Kelly Breen (D), Regina Weiss (D), Mai Xiong (D), Mike McFall (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Brenda Carter (D), Kimberly Edwards (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Matt Longjohn (D), Natalie Price (D), Sharon MacDonell (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 04/16/2025
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AR bill #HB1767 • Last Action 04/17/2025
To Abolish The Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council; And To Create The Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill abolishes the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council and replaces it with an Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee within the Department of Health. The new committee will consist of 11 members appointed by the State Board of Health, representing various aspects of emergency medical services, including medical directors, physicians, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, ambulance service providers, and other stakeholders. The bill transfers all administrative functions, powers, and duties of the previous council to the new committee and the Department of Health. The new committee will have similar responsibilities to the old council, including making recommendations for rules related to emergency medical services, assisting with area health planning, holding administrative hearings, hearing appeals for licensure, and reviewing criminal background waivers. Members will serve two-year terms, cannot serve more than two consecutive terms, and will receive expense reimbursement but no salary. The bill also makes numerous technical amendments to update references throughout Arkansas state law, changing "Division of Emergency Medical Services" to "Department of Health" and adjusting various provisions related to emergency medical services personnel, licensure, and administrative procedures.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ABOLISH THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ADVISORY COUNCIL; TO CREATE THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE; TO TRANSFER THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ADVISORY COUNCIL TO THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND THE STATE BOARD OF HEALTH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Lee Johnson (R)*, Missy Irvin (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1767 is now Act 863
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MI bill #HB4327 • Last Action 04/17/2025
Civil procedure: civil actions; false claims act; enact. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive False Claims Act for the state of Michigan that provides legal mechanisms to combat fraudulent claims against state and local governments. The bill defines a "false claim" as any claim that is wholly or partially false or fraudulent and outlines specific actions that constitute violations, such as knowingly presenting false claims for payment, making false records or statements, or conspiring to commit fraud. Individuals or entities found in violation can be liable for significant financial penalties, including civil penalties of $6,000 to $12,000 per violation plus triple the amount of damages sustained by the government. The act introduces a "qui tam" provision that allows private citizens (called qui tam plaintiffs) to bring lawsuits on behalf of the government and potentially receive a percentage of recovered funds if the action is successful. The bill also includes strong whistleblower protections, ensuring that employees who report fraudulent activities cannot be discharged, demoted, or otherwise discriminated against for their actions. The legislation provides a 10-year statute of limitations for bringing such actions and gives the attorney general authority to investigate and prosecute false claims, with the ability to promulgate additional rules to implement the act. The bill's primary aim is to deter fraud, protect public resources, and provide a legal framework for investigating and penalizing fraudulent claims against government entities.
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Bill Summary: A bill to provide for remedies and prescribe civil sanctions against a person that presents a false or fraudulent claim to obtain money, property, or services from this state or a local unit of government; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local government officers and agencies; to prohibit retaliation against a person that pursues a remedy under this act; and to authorize the attorney general to promulgate rules.
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• Introduced: 04/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 18 : Morgan Foreman (D)*, Donavan McKinney (D), Regina Weiss (D), Mai Xiong (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Kelly Breen (D), Mike McFall (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Brenda Carter (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Amos O'Neal (D), Matt Longjohn (D), Natalie Price (D), Sharon MacDonell (D), Joey Andrews (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 04/16/2025
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AR bill #HB1672 • Last Action 04/17/2025
To Amend Provisions Of The Arkansas Code To Create A More Efficient System For Public Schools Of Innovation In Arkansas.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of Arkansas code to modify the system for public schools of innovation and charter schools. The legislation repeals the existing District of Innovation Program, effectively eliminating that specific school designation, and makes numerous changes to how charter schools are established, authorized, and evaluated. Key provisions include creating more stringent evaluation criteria for charter schools, establishing a more structured process for charter school applications and renewals, and modifying the role of the Charter Authorizing Panel and State Board of Education in overseeing charter schools. The bill introduces new requirements for reporting, performance monitoring, and accountability, such as mandating that charter schools receive letter grades and potentially losing their waivers if they receive low performance ratings. Additionally, it clarifies definitions related to charter schools, modifies the application and renewal processes, and provides specific guidelines for how existing schools previously designated as "schools of innovation" will transition under the new framework. The changes aim to create a more efficient and accountable system for innovative public schools in Arkansas, with a focus on academic performance and operational transparency.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REPEAL THE LAWS CONCERNING THE DISTRICT OF INNOVATION PROGRAM; TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF THE ARKANSAS CODE TO CREATE A MORE EFFICIENT SYSTEM FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF INNOVATION IN ARKANSAS; TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS QUALITY CHARTER SCHOOLS ACT OF 2013; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Austin McCollum (R)*, Justin Boyd (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1672 is now Act 800
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MI bill #SB0129 • Last Action 04/17/2025
Civil rights: open meetings; remote meeting participation of certain public body members with disabilities; provide for. Amends sec. 3a of 1976 PA 267 (MCL 15.263a).
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan Open Meetings Act to expand the circumstances under which public bodies can hold electronic meetings, with a significant new provision allowing remote participation for appointed members with disabilities. Specifically, the bill adds a new subsection permitting remote access for an appointed public body member with a disability, without requiring the member to disclose the nature of their disability. The accommodation is subject to several key restrictions: the member must be an appointed (not elected) member, must be physically present in Michigan during the meeting, and the remote participation is strictly for those with disabilities. The bill defines "disability" as a physical or mental characteristic that substantially limits one or more major life activities. The remote participation provisions do not apply to state legislative bodies taking formal votes. The bill also maintains existing requirements for electronic meetings, such as ensuring two-way communication, providing public notice at least 18 hours in advance, and allowing public participation. This change aims to increase accessibility for public body members with disabilities while maintaining the transparency and public participation principles of the Open Meetings Act.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled"Open meetings act,"by amending section 3a (MCL 15.263a), as amended by 2023 PA 214.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Sean McCann (D)*, Sarah Anthony (D), Stephanie Chang (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Veronica Klinefelt (D), Dayna Polehanki (D), Sue Shink (D), Paul Wojno (D), John Cherry (D), Mallory McMorrow (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Government Operations
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PA bill #HB1238 • Last Action 04/17/2025
In pupils and attendance, providing for restricting possession and use by students of mobile devices.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to establish comprehensive regulations for student mobile device usage during school hours. The legislation requires school entities (including school districts, charter schools, and technical schools) to develop and implement a policy that restricts students from possessing or using mobile devices during instructional time within school buildings. The policy must include specific procedures for students to securely store their devices during class and retrieve them afterward, as well as establish communication protocols for students and parents. The bill provides several important exceptions to the mobile device restrictions, such as allowing usage for students who are volunteer emergency responders, have medical needs, have disabilities, are English language learners, or receive specific teacher permission for educational purposes. Schools must adopt these policies in an open meeting, allowing public feedback, and must inform parents, teachers, and students about the policy at the beginning of each school year. The bill defines key terms like "instructional time" (which excludes periods between classes, lunch, and recess) and "mobile device" (personal electronic communication devices not owned by the school). The new regulations will take effect 60 days after passage, giving schools time to develop and implement their specific mobile device policies.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in pupils and attendance, providing for restricting possession and use by students of mobile devices.
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• Introduced: 04/15/2025
• Added: 04/18/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Barb Gleim (R)*, Valerie Gaydos (R), Jeffrey Olsommer (R), Tina Pickett (R), Milou Mackenzie (R), Craig Staats (R), Marc Anderson (R), Lee James (R), Donna Scheuren (R), Jason Ortitay (R), David Rowe (R), Andrew Kuzma (R), Jill Cooper (R), Rob Kauffman (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/18/2025
• Last Action: Referred to EDUCATION
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TN bill #HB0025 • Last Action 04/17/2025
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to interscholastic athletics.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several new provisions related to interscholastic athletics in Tennessee, focusing on transparency, student transfer rights, and oversight of athletic associations. Specifically, the bill prohibits public schools from using public funds to join or maintain membership in an athletic association that restricts student transfers between schools (with the exception of students completing their highest grade level). The bill also mandates that such athletic associations must comply with open meetings laws, though they can hold closed meetings when discussing confidential student information protected by privacy laws like FERPA. Additionally, the legislation requires schools to obtain written consent before notifying an athletic association about a foster care student's placement, and mandates that these associations undergo an annual audit by the state comptroller, which can be prepared by a certified public accountant or the state audit department. Local educational agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools must submit documentation of their compliance with these provisions annually, and the state department of education must report on this compliance to legislative education committees. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and simultaneously repeals several existing sections of Tennessee Code related to educational athletics.
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Bill Summary: As introduced, prohibits a public school from using public funds to have a membership with an association that regulates interscholastic athletics and prohibits a student from participating in an interscholastic athletic competition due to the student transferring no more than once from a school at which the student previously participated in an interscholastic athletic competition regulated by the association. - Amends TCA Title 49.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2024
• Added: 12/07/2024
• Session: 114th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Scott Cepicky (R)*, Jeremy Faison (R), Robert Stevens (R), Elaine Davis (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Sponsor(s) Added.
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TN bill #SB0016 • Last Action 04/17/2025
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49, relative to interscholastic athletics.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several new provisions related to interscholastic athletics in Tennessee, focusing on transparency, student transfer rights, and oversight of athletic associations. The bill prohibits public schools from using public funds to join or maintain membership in athletic associations that restrict student transfers between schools, with an exception for students completing their highest grade level at a school. It mandates that such associations must voluntarily comply with open meetings laws, though they can close meetings when discussing confidential student information protected by privacy laws like FERPA. The bill requires schools to obtain written consent before notifying athletic associations about a foster care student's placement that might impact athletic eligibility. Additionally, the legislation requires any voluntary association establishing interscholastic sports rules to undergo an annual audit by the state comptroller, with the association bearing the full cost of the audit. Schools and public charter schools must also submit annual documentation of their compliance with these requirements to the state department of education, which will then report to legislative education committees. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and simultaneously repeals several existing sections of Tennessee Code related to interscholastic athletics.
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Bill Summary: As introduced, prohibits a public school from using public funds to have a membership with an association that regulates interscholastic athletics and prohibits a student from participating in an interscholastic athletic competition due to the student transferring no more than once from a school at which the student previously participated in an interscholastic athletic competition regulated by the association. - Amends TCA Title 49.
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• Introduced: 12/17/2024
• Added: 12/18/2024
• Session: 114th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Adam Lowe (R)*, Joey Hensley (R)*, Bo Watson (R), Tom Hatcher (R), Ed Jackson (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Reset on first calendar for February 2026
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NY bill #S07462 • Last Action 04/17/2025
Provides additional requirements for approval of charter school applications; applies additional prohibitions to charter schools; requires certain financial disclosures by charter schools; requires charter schools to comply with provisions relating to construction, repair or demolition of school facilities; relates to admission of students.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides comprehensive reforms to charter school regulations in New York State, focusing on several key areas. It introduces stricter requirements for charter school enrollment, mandating that schools must maintain minimum enrollment levels of students with specific characteristics, such as English language learners, students with disabilities, and those eligible for free lunch. The bill requires charter schools to be more transparent about their financial operations, including detailed reporting of executive compensation, with a cap of $199,000 per year for charter executives. It also imposes new restrictions on charter school management, prohibiting for-profit entities from directly managing schools and requiring formal contracts for any administrative services. The bill strengthens oversight by requiring charter schools to disclose more information about their operations, including relationships between board members and management entities, and provides mechanisms for addressing complaints. Additionally, the legislation adds new grounds for charter revocation, such as failure to meet enrollment requirements or comply with reporting standards. Schools that do not meet these new requirements may face financial penalties, loss of co-location privileges, or potential charter termination. The bill aims to increase accountability, ensure more equitable access to charter schools, and provide greater financial transparency in the charter school sector.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law and the state finance law, in relation to charter schools
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• Introduced: 04/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Brad Hoylman (D)*, Jabari Brisport (D), Cordell Cleare (D), Kristen Gonzalez (D), Pete Harckham (D), Rachel May (D), Shelley Mayer (D), Jessica Ramos (D), Julia Salazar (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO EDUCATION
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IL bill #HB2582 • Last Action 04/17/2025
OPEN MEETINGS ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to make several changes to how public bodies, specifically Chicago Police District Councils, can conduct meetings. For 3-member bodies, the bill establishes that 2 members constitute a quorum and can adopt motions or resolutions. The bill allows Chicago Police District Councils to hold closed meetings to discuss sensitive public safety matters, such as ongoing law enforcement investigations or situations where an open discussion could pose a risk to an investigation or individuals' safety. The legislation also modifies meeting notice requirements, stipulating that public bodies must post meeting agendas at their principal office (if one exists) and on their website, with a specific provision for bodies without a physical office allowing them to satisfy notice requirements through website posting. Additionally, the bill excludes certain gatherings of two Police District Council members from being considered a "meeting" and permits these councils to hold meetings via audio or video conference, with some exceptions for regularly scheduled meetings. These changes aim to provide more flexibility in meeting procedures while maintaining transparency in public governance.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that for a 3-member body, 2 members of the body constitute a quorum, and the affirmative vote of 2 members is necessary to adopt any motion, resolution, or ordinance unless a greater number is otherwise provided. Provides that a Chicago Police District Council may hold a closed meeting involving public safety concerns to discuss (i) an ongoing, prior, or future law enforcement or official misconduct investigation or allegation thereof involving specific individuals or (ii) other topics that if discussed in an open meeting would pose an unreasonable risk to an ongoing criminal investigation or an unreasonable risk to the safety of specific individuals. Provides that an agenda for each regular meeting of a public body must be posted the principal office of the public body if such an office exists. Provides that if a public body has a website that is maintained by its full-time staff but does not have a principal office or single building where meetings are regularly held, that body is deemed to have complied with the requirement to post physical notice at the office or building of the meeting if the notice is timely posted on the public body's website. Excludes from the definition of "meeting" for a Chicago Police District Council a gathering of 2 members, except if gathered for a regularly scheduled meeting or otherwise gathered to adopt any motion, resolution, or ordinance. Provides a Chicago Police District Council may hold meetings by audio or video conference without the physical presence of the members under certain conditions except for required regularly scheduled meetings.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Ann Williams (D)*, Lindsey LaPointe (D), Kam Buckner (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kam Buckner
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PA bill #HB1268 • Last Action 04/17/2025
In licensing of drivers, providing for emergency contacts and medical conditions in driver records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a voluntary program that allows individuals with a Pennsylvania driver's license or identification card to add emergency contacts and specific medical conditions to their driving records, which can be accessed by law enforcement during official duties. Participants can add up to two emergency contacts and medical conditions such as deafness, hearing impairment, autism spectrum disorder, or other communication impediments, as certified by a healthcare provider. The Department of Transportation, in consultation with the Pennsylvania State Police, will maintain a public website for program enrollment and information. Individuals can opt in or out during license renewal, vehicle registration, or through a separate process. The bill prohibits charging a fee for participation and protects the program's information from public disclosure under the Right-to-Know Law. If the department determines that a medical condition was fraudulently reported or misrepresented during a law enforcement encounter, an individual's participation can be canceled after providing notice and an opportunity to be heard. The program will take effect six months after enactment, giving the department time to develop and implement the new system.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, providing for emergency contacts and medical conditions in driver records.
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• Introduced: 04/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Shelby Labs (R)*, Andrew Kuzma (R), Craig Staats (R), Arvind Venkat (D), Joe Ciresi (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/18/2025
• Last Action: Referred to TRANSPORTATION
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PA bill #HB1266 • Last Action 04/17/2025
In licensing of health care facilities, providing for hospital pricing transparency; providing for acquisition of health care facilities; and conferring powers to the Department of Health and Attorney General.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive regulations for hospital pricing transparency and the acquisition of health care facilities in Pennsylvania. The legislation requires hospitals to publish detailed pricing information online, including gross charges, negotiated rates with specific payers, discounted cash prices, and other financial data for each item and service they provide. For hospital acquisitions, the bill mandates an extensive application process that requires potential acquirers to provide detailed information about the proposed transaction, including its potential impact on community health services, charity care, employee rights, and access to specific types of healthcare such as reproductive, end-of-life, and gender-affirming services. The Department of Health is empowered to review these applications, conduct public hearings, commission independent health care impact statements, and approve or deny acquisitions based on whether they will maintain accessible and affordable healthcare for local communities. The bill also gives the Attorney General additional powers to ensure compliance and take legal action if necessary, and requires ongoing monitoring of acquisitions for at least 10 years to ensure that the commitments made during the approval process are upheld.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), entitled "An act relating to health care; prescribing the powers and duties of the Department of Health; establishing and providing the powers and duties of the State Health Coordinating Council, health systems agencies and Health Care Policy Board in the Department of Health, and State Health Facility Hearing Board in the Department of Justice; providing for certification of need of health care providers and prescribing penalties," in licensing of health care facilities, providing for hospital pricing transparency; providing for acquisition of health care facilities; and conferring powers to the Department of Health and Attorney General.
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• Introduced: 04/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 23 : Dan Williams (D)*, Kristine Howard (D), Melissa Shusterman (D), José Giral (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Chris Pielli (D), Kyle Donahue (D), Christina Sappey (D), Heather Boyd (D), Nancy Guenst (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Danielle Otten (D), La'Tasha Mayes (D), Liz Hanbidge (D), Frank Burns (D), Lisa Borowski (D), Jenn O'Mara (D), Joe Webster (D), Keith Harris (D), Ed Neilson (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Nikki Rivera (D), Tarik Khan (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/18/2025
• Last Action: Referred to HEALTH
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MS bill #HB958 • Last Action 04/17/2025
Department of Information Technology Services; revise certain provisions relating to acquisition of technology services.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates and modernizes Mississippi's laws regarding the Department of Information Technology Services (ITS), focusing on streamlining technology procurement, cybersecurity, and agency technology management. The bill revises definitions related to information technology, removes several outdated exemptions for state agencies, and eliminates requirements for involving external boards like the Public Procurement Review Board in technology decisions. Key changes include expanding the definition of "information technology" to be more flexible, simplifying procurement processes, and establishing clearer guidelines for technology acquisitions across state agencies. The bill also reinforces the ITS's role in managing statewide technology services, cybersecurity efforts, and enterprise security programs. Additionally, it removes specific provisions about equipment support contracts and telecommunications system procurement, replacing them with more general guidelines. The legislation aims to improve efficiency, reduce redundancy, and provide more centralized oversight of technology resources across Mississippi's state government. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to adapt to the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 25-53-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Outdated Exemptions To The Requirements Of The Mississippi Department Of Information Technology Services; To Amend Section 25-53-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Certain Definitions Used In Those Statutes Prescribing The Powers And Duties Of Its And State Agencies Regarding Information Technology; To Amend Section 25-53-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Preceding Provisions; To Amend Section 25-53-21, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Requirement That The Executive Director Of Its Involve The Public Procurement Review Board In Decisions Regarding Information Technology; To Amend Section 25-53-25, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Acquisitions Of Information Technology Made By State Agencies While Exempt From Public Purchasing Requirements Remain Exempt Until Its Determines A New Acquisition Is Required; To Amend Section 25-53-29, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Provisions Requiring The State Personnel Board To Be Involved In Its Staffing; To Amend Section 25-53-121, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Certain Provisions Relating To Equipment Support Contracts Entered Into By Its; To Amend Section 25-53-123, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Specific Procurement Requirements For The Acquisition Of Nonregulated Telecommunications Systems; To Amend Section 25-53-201, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Provisions Of This Act; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Hank Zuber (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor
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VT bill #H0293 • Last Action 04/17/2025
An act relating to health equity data reporting and registry disclosure requirements
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies reporting requirements and data disclosure provisions for health-related registries in Vermont. Specifically, the bill changes the frequency of the Department of Health's health equity data reporting from annually to every three years, starting in 2028. The health equity analysis will continue to examine disparities across various demographic factors like race, ethnicity, language, sex, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status. The bill also updates disclosure requirements for the Cancer Registry and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Registry, streamlining the process for sharing confidential information with researchers and other registries. For researchers, the bill updates the standard for obtaining approval from an academic human subjects committee to using an institutional review board or privacy board, aligning with current federal regulations (45 C.F.R. § 164.512). These changes aim to balance research needs with patient privacy protections and ensure that sensitive health data is shared responsibly. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to reduce from annually to every three years the submission of a report by the Department of Health analyzing health equity data. It further proposes to amend the disclosure provisions pertaining to the cancer and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis registries.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Eric Maguire (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Rules per Temporary Senate Rule 44A
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AR bill #HB1917 • Last Action 04/17/2025
To Amend The Arkansas Student-athlete Publicity Rights Act; And To Amend The Law Related To Athletic Program Funding.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Student-Athlete Publicity Rights Act and athletic program funding regulations to provide more comprehensive protections and opportunities for student-athletes. The bill expands the rights of student-athletes to enter into contracts and receive compensation for the commercial use of their name, image, and likeness (NIL), allowing institutions of higher education to identify, create, and facilitate such opportunities. It clarifies that institutions can compensate students for NIL rights and enter into licensing agreements. The bill also provides tax exemptions for income received by student-athletes from NIL agreements and ensures that such personal and financial information remains confidential. Additionally, the legislation increases the limit on unrestricted educational and general funds that can be budgeted for intercollegiate athletic programs from 2% to 4% of the previous fiscal year's revenues. The bill explicitly states that student-athletes are not employees of their institutions and protects institutions from liability related to NIL agreements and athletic program decisions. Importantly, the bill maintains that no release or license is required from participants or spectators for broadcasting sports events, and it provides institutions with broad protections against potential legal challenges related to NIL rights and athletic program management.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS STUDENT-ATHLETE PUBLICITY RIGHTS ACT; TO AMEND THE LAW RELATED TO ATHLETIC PROGRAM FUNDING; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/31/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 3 : Matthew Shepherd (R)*, Bart Hester (R)*, Brian Evans (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1917 is now Act 839
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TX bill #HB4409 • Last Action 04/17/2025
Relating to the audiology and speech-language pathology interstate compact; authorizing fees.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice for audiologists and speech-language pathologists by creating a framework for mutual recognition of professional licenses across participating states. The compact allows licensed professionals to practice in other member states under a "compact privilege" after meeting specific requirements, such as holding an active, unencumbered license in their home state, having the appropriate educational credentials, and passing a national examination. The bill creates a national commission to oversee the compact, which will develop and maintain a coordinated database of licensure information, establish uniform rules, and provide mechanisms for investigations and disciplinary actions across states. Key benefits include increasing public access to audiology and speech-language pathology services, supporting military spouses who relocate, enabling telehealth practice across state lines, and enhancing cooperation between state licensing boards. The compact will come into effect once ten states have enacted it, and member states can withdraw with a six-month notice. Professionals practicing under the compact must comply with the practice laws of the state where the patient is located, and the compact preserves each state's ability to protect public health and safety through its licensing system.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the audiology and speech-language pathology interstate compact; authorizing fees.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Oliverson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: No action taken in committee
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AR bill #HB1847 • Last Action 04/17/2025
To Authorize The Arkansas Racing Commission To Maintain A Statewide Self-exclusion List.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the Arkansas Racing Commission to create and maintain a statewide self-exclusion list for casinos, which allows individuals to voluntarily ban themselves from gambling establishments. The bill defines self-exclusion as an individual's declaration to be excluded from a casino's facility and gives the commission the option to join a multi-state or national self-exclusion program. The self-exclusion list will be the definitive list for all casinos, replacing individual casino lists, and will be kept strictly confidential and not subject to public disclosure. Individuals who place themselves on the list cannot collect gambling winnings or recover gambling losses, and any money obtained through gambling while self-excluded is subject to forfeiture and will be deposited into the General Revenue Fund. The bill requires casinos to verify an individual's identity before adding them to the list and mandates that the commission develop rules for implementing the program, including procedures for joining, sharing information across states, and removing oneself from the list. The commission can fund the program through casino assessments or forfeitures from the Casino Gaming Amendment of 2018. Importantly, casinos and their employees are generally protected from liability related to the self-exclusion list, except in cases of willful and unlawful disclosure.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING GAMBLING; TO AUTHORIZE THE ARKANSAS RACING COMMISSION TO MAINTAIN A STATEWIDE SELF-EXCLUSION LIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/18/2025
• Added: 04/22/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Mindy McAlindon (R)*, John Payton (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1847 is now Act 798
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AL bill #HB120 • Last Action 04/17/2025
Sunset Law; State Board of Genetic Counseling continued with modification until October 1, 2027
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends the existence of the Alabama State Board of Genetic Counseling until October 1, 2027, and modifies its composition and appointment process. The board, which implements and administers genetic counseling regulations, will now have members appointed to ensure representation from each congressional district, with one member from each district and additional members appointed at-large. The board will continue to consist of seven members, including representatives from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, practicing genetic counselors, and physicians from various medical associations. Board members will serve two-year terms (those appointed by the Governor) or until replaced, and they will continue to serve without compensation but may receive per diem and travel allowances. The bill also clarifies that board members can participate in most meetings via telephone or video conference, but disciplinary action meetings must be conducted in person. Additionally, the bill maintains existing protections that shield board members from civil liability when acting within the scope of their duties. The changes will take effect on June 1, 2025, ensuring continued oversight and regulation of genetic counseling in Alabama.
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Bill Summary: Sunset Law; State Board of Genetic Counseling continued with modification until October 1, 2027
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Bubba Underwood (R)*, Margie Wilcox (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Enacted
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OR bill #SB1174 • Last Action 04/17/2025
Relating to the Board of Licensed Dietitians and Nutritionists; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new professional licensing framework for nutritionists in Oregon and makes significant changes to the existing dietitian licensing requirements. The bill creates a new category of licensed nutritionist, requiring applicants to have a master's or doctoral degree from an accredited institution, complete at least 1,000 hours of supervised practice in specific nutrition care areas, and pass a certified nutrition specialist examination. Licensed nutritionists will be allowed to provide medical nutrition therapy and work via telehealth. The bill also updates the definition of dietetics practice to include more comprehensive scientific principles and expands the Board of Licensed Dietitians to include nutritionists. Additionally, the legislation prohibits individuals from providing medical nutrition therapy or using specific professional titles without proper licensing, with some exceptions for healthcare providers and students. The bill provides a transition period for existing dietitians, allowing them to maintain their licenses under current requirements. The new licensing framework will become operative on January 1, 2026, giving professionals and the licensing board time to prepare for the changes.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes some changes to the laws about licensed dietitians. The Act also makes a new profession called a licensed nutritionist. The Act says a person may not provide medical nutrition therapy if the person does not have a license. The Act also says that a person may not use some titles or abbreviations if the person does not have a license. (Flesch Readability Score: 64.6). Digest: The Act makes some changes to the laws about licensed dietitians. The Act also makes a new profession called a licensed nutritionist. The Act says a person may not practice dietetics or nu- trition if the person does not have a license, and that a person may not use some titles or abbreviations if the person does not have a license. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.4). Directs the Health Licensing Office to issue a nutritionist license to engage in the practice of nutrition to a qualified applicant. Changes the requirements to qualify for a dietitian license to engage in the practice of dietetics . Defines “medical nutrition therapy,” the “practice of dietetics” and the “practice of nutrition.” Changes the name of the Board of Licensed Dietitians to the Board of Licensed Dietitians and Nutritionists. Allows a licensed dietitian and a licensed nutritionist to provide services via telehealth. Prohibits a person from engaging in the practice of dietetics or the practice of nutrition providing medical nutrition therapy , or from using specified titles and abbreviations, without a license. Makes exceptions to the licensure requirement. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 3 : Deb Patterson (D)*, Daniel Bonham (R), David Gomberg (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/18/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Ways and Means by order of the President.
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OR bill #HB3040 • Last Action 04/16/2025
Relating to early literacy.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances Oregon's Early Literacy Success Initiative by expanding and refining existing grant programs and establishing a new statewide early literacy coaching program. The bill modifies the Early Literacy Success School Grant program to broaden professional development eligibility, allowing coaching for not just teachers and administrators, but also instructional assistants and other staff identified by the State Board of Education. It expands grant uses to include curricula from prekindergarten through fifth grade and adds more flexibility in intervention strategies for schools not meeting literacy goals. The bill creates a new statewide early literacy coaching program with up to 10 regional coaching providers, aimed at supporting school districts in improving early literacy instruction through goals like enhancing educator capacity, promoting differentiated instruction, and strengthening data-driven decision-making. The coaching program will be implemented through competitive processes to select providers from entities like school districts, education service districts, universities, and nonprofit organizations. The bill also modifies reporting requirements, shifting some reporting dates and expanding the depth of required information about literacy programs, and ensures biennial reviews of the coaching program's effectiveness. Additionally, the legislation requires the Department of Education to submit annual summaries of the program's impact to legislative committees, with a sunset date of January 2, 2027.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Changes the grant program for reading and directs ODE to establish a coaching program for teaching how to read. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.8). Digest: Directs ODE to study ways to help children learn how to read. (Flesch Readability Score: 88.9). Requires the Department of Education to study methods for improving early literacy outcomes. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to education not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets January 2, 2027. Prescribes professional development and coaching requirements under the Early Literacy Success School Grant program. Expands the allowed uses of grants related to curricula. Modifies the reporting date related to Early Literacy Success School Grants and the contents of the reports. Expands allowed interventions for the Department of Education to take when a school district or public charter school does not meet the goals established in an early literacy success plan. Directs the department to establish an early literacy coaching program to support school districts, schools and educators for the purpose of improving early literacy instruction.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Ways and Means by order of Speaker.
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OK bill #SB423 • Last Action 04/16/2025
Medical records; access; eliminating certain health care provider duties; authorizing certain fees. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oklahoma's laws regarding access to medical records, primarily updating the fees and procedures for obtaining medical records. The legislation allows health care providers and facilities to charge reasonable, cost-based fees for copying medical records, with specific fee structures for different types of requests. The bill increases some existing fees, such as raising the base fee for records requested by attorneys or insurance companies from $20 to $23, and adjusting per-page copying rates for paper and electronic records. It clarifies that fees can only include specific expenses related to record reproduction, and maintains existing protections for sensitive records like psychological, psychiatric, mental health, and substance abuse treatment records. The bill also updates language to use more generic terms like "health care provider" and "health care facility" instead of specific references to doctors or hospitals. Importantly, the legislation maintains patients' rights to access their own medical records while providing a more standardized framework for record request fees. The changes will become effective on November 1, 2025, giving medical providers and facilities time to adapt to the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to medical records; amending 76 O.S. 2021, Section 19, which relates to access to medical records; modifying applicability of certain provisions; eliminating certain duties of health care providers; authorizing imposition of certain fees; modifying certain fee limits; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Dave Rader (R)*, Chad Caldwell (R)*
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Health and Human Services Oversight Committee
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OR bill #SB176 • Last Action 04/16/2025
Relating to marijuana for medical use; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oregon's medical marijuana laws to streamline and update the existing regulatory framework. The bill eliminates the current marijuana grow site registry system and replaces it with a new "grow site administrator" designation process, where individuals who produce marijuana for three or more medical marijuana patients must obtain a special designation from the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission. The bill requires the creation of a comprehensive data collection system to track medical cannabis demographics and usage, mandates that marijuana retailers offer medical-grade cannabinoid products with specific CBD strengths, and establishes new requirements for marijuana workers to complete responsible retailer certification training. Additionally, the bill provides new employment and healthcare protections for medical marijuana patients, creates electronic registry identification cards, and allows for continuous registration for patients with permanent debilitating conditions. The changes are designed to simplify the medical marijuana program, improve data collection, and ensure better access and protection for medical marijuana patients. The bill will become operative on January 1, 2026, with some provisions taking effect in 2027, and aims to modernize Oregon's medical cannabis regulations while maintaining patient access and safety.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act ends the OHA medical marijuana grow site registry system. The Act makes some medical marijuana growers get designated by the OLCC. The Act also says that some marijuana workers have to take a class on how to be responsible sellers. The Act tells all marijuana retailers they have to have at least some items for sale that have certain CBD strengths. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.5). Digest: The Act says that some people who grow medical marijuana do not have to register with the OHA and that some others have to get a designation from the OLCC. The Act also protects some people who use medical marijuana from some kinds of unfair acts at work and in health care. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.0). Removes requirements that a registry identification cardholder who produces marijuana for per- sonal medical use register with the Oregon Health Authority. Removes the requirement that the Oregon Health Authority establish a marijuana grow site registration system. Requires the authority to establish a data collection system related to the medical use of marijuana. Re- quires a person responsible for a marijuana grow site that produces marijuana for medical use for three or more registry identification cardholders to apply for a grow site administrator desig- nation from the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission. Directs the authority to issue electronic registration cards. Requires a marijuana retailer to offer for sale medical grade cannabinoid items that contain not more than 20 percent total THC. Creates health care and employment protections for a person who is a registry identification cardholder. Directs the Department of Revenue to dis- tribute moneys to the authority for the purposes of paying specified costs related to the ad- ministration of the medical marijuana program. Becomes operative on January 1, 2026. Directs the authority to issue electronic registry identification cards. Becomes operative on January 1, 2027. Requires an individual who performs work for or on behalf of a marijuana retailer li- censed by the commission to complete a responsible retailer certification training program. Requires marijuana retailers to carry marijuana items with specified cannabidiol potencies. Becomes operative on January 1, 2026. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/17/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Ways and Means by prior reference.
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SC bill #S0422 • Last Action 04/16/2025
State Board of Pyrotechnic Safety
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens South Carolina's regulatory framework for pyrotechnics and fireworks by updating various provisions related to licensing, safety, and oversight. The bill expands the State Board of Pyrotechnic Safety's jurisdiction and powers, modifying board composition to include seven members (with adjustments to representation from industry and public sectors) and enhancing its ability to investigate and discipline violations. Key changes include creating more comprehensive administrative penalty structures, allowing fines up to $2,500 per violation, establishing new definitions for fireworks and related terms, and introducing more stringent licensing requirements for manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and distributors of fireworks. The bill also clarifies reporting requirements for fires or explosions, expands the board's ability to conduct inspections and issue citations, and provides more detailed guidelines for storage, distribution, and sale of pyrotechnic articles. Notably, the legislation aims to promote public safety by ensuring that individuals and entities handling pyrotechnics demonstrate qualifications, adhere to safety standards, and face meaningful consequences for non-compliance, while also maintaining a balanced approach that does not unnecessarily restrict entry into the fireworks business.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 40-56-90 So As To Provide Remedies For Violations Of Provisions Concerning The Regulation Of Pyrotechnics; By Amending Section 40-56-1, Relating To Policies And Purposes Concerning The Regulation Of Pyrotechnics, So As To Restate Public Safety Goals Of Policies For The Manufacture, Storage, Purchase, Supply, And Sale Of Pyrotechnics; By Amending Section 40-56-10, Relating To The State Board Of Pyrotechnic Safety, So As To Revise Board Composition And Meeting Requirements; By Amending Section 40-56-20, Relating To Definitions Concerning The Regulation Of Pyrotechnics And Fireworks, So As To Revise The Definitions; By Amending Section 40-56-35, Relating To Licenses Required For The Manufacture, Sale, Or Storage Of Fireworks, So As To Revise The Requirements To Include Licenses And Permits Required For The Manufacturing, Selling, Dealing, Distributing, Or Storage Of Pyrotechnics And Fireworks, And To Revise Related Licensing And Permitting Requirements; By Amending Section 40-56-70, Relating To Duties Of The Board, So As To Revise The Duties To Include Certain Disciplinary Authority, Among Other Things; By Amending Section 40-56-80, Relating To Investigations Of Complaints Of Violations By The Board, So As To Provide Requirements For The Presentation Of Investigation Results And Subsequent Hearings, To Provide Certain Related Powers Necessary For The Interest Of Public Safety; By Amending Section 40-56-115, Relating To Jurisdiction Of The Board, So As To Provide The Board Has Jurisdiction Over Actions Of Entities Or Individuals, In Addition To Licensees And Former Licensees, Found To Violate The Provisions Of Chapter 56, Title 40; By Amending Section 40-56-120, Relating To Disciplinary Grounds And Procedures Concerning The Board, So As To Expand The Grounds For Discipline, To Provide For The Availability Of Private Reprimands, And To Provide Certain Final Orders With Findings Of Violations Are Subject To Public Disclosure Under The Freedom Of Information Act; By Amending Section 40-56-130, Relating To License Denial By The Board Based On The Actions That Constitute Grounds For Discipline, So As To Provide The Board May Refuse To Issue Licenses Or Permits In Such Situations; By Amending Section 40-56-140, Relating To License Denial By The Board Based On Findings Of A Prior Criminal Record, So As To Include The Denials Of Permits Upon Such A Finding; By Amending Section 40-56-150, Relating To Voluntary Surrender Of Licenses Issued By The Board, So As To Include The Voluntary Surrender Of Permits Issued By The Board; By Amending Section 40-56-200, Relating To Penalties For Violations Of Provisions Regulating Pyrotechnics By Licensees Of The Board, So As To Include Holders Of Permits Issued By The Board; By Amending Section 40-56-220, Relating To Facilities That Must Comply With Certain Regulations Of The Board, So As To Provide The Provisions Do Not Waive Certain Other Requirements, To Include Fireworks Distribution Facilities, And To Provide Authorized Agents Of The Board May Conduct Inspections Of These Facilities, Among Other Things; By Amending Section 40-56-230, Relating To Insurance Required For Retail Fireworks Sales Licenses, So As To Revise Requirements For Such Insurance Coverage; By Amending Section 40-56-240, Relating To Requirements Of Having A Wholesale License Issued By The Board To Store Display Fireworks, So As To Add Permitting Requirements For Storing Articles Of Pyrotechnics, To Provide Holders Of Pyrotechnic Operator Licenses Issued By The State Fire Marshal May Obtain A Display Magazine Permit From The Board For The Storage Of Display Fireworks At A Location Other Than The Display Site Without Obtaining A Wholesale License From The Board, To Provide Only Licensed Wholesalers May Distribute Fireworks For Displays, And To Revise Storage Requirements For Display Fireworks, Among Other Things; By Amending Section 40-56-250, Relating To Orders Of The Board To Remove Or Correct Hazardous Conditions, So As To Impose A Thirty-day Limit For Compliance, To Add Certain Penalties, And To Remove Remaining Penalties And Processes For Violations To Conform To The Addition Of Other Penalties And Processes; And By Amending Section 40-56-260, Relating To Reports Of Fires Or Explosions To The Board By Regulated Parties, So As To Remove Existing Provisions And Instead Provide That Licensees And Permittees Must Report In Writing Any Unauthorized Incident Of Explosion Or Fire Involving Fireworks To The Board Within Twenty-four Hours Of The Occurrence.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Russell Ott (D)*, Mike Gambrell (R), Ed Sutton (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate L.C.I. Professions and Occupations Subcommittee (12:00:00 4/16/2025 Gressette Room 209)
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IL bill #HB2827 • Last Action 04/16/2025
HOMESCHOOL ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Homeschool Act, which establishes a comprehensive framework for homeschooling in Illinois. The bill requires parents or guardians who homeschool their children to submit a notification form to the regional office of education before September 1st each year, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. The form must include basic information about the student and the homeschool administrator, such as name, birthdate, contact information, and the administrator's education level. The State Board of Education will create and publish this form by June 1, 2026. The legislation aims to address concerns about potential abuse of homeschooling by requiring notification while protecting the rights of families who homeschool in good faith. The bill includes provisions for truancy investigations, requires homeschools to provide education that meets minimum state standards, and allows truant officers to request educational portfolios. For children under the custody of the Department of Children and Family Services, consent must be obtained from the Guardian Administrator before submitting a homeschool notification form. The bill also amends several existing laws to incorporate these new homeschooling regulations, including the Freedom of Information Act, the School Code, and the Illinois School Student Records Act, with the primary goal of protecting vulnerable students while recognizing homeschooling as a viable alternative to traditional education.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Homeschool Act. Requires the State Board of Education to create a homeschool notification form that a parent or guardian shall submit to the regional office of education, intermediate service center, or superintendent for the area in which the student resides. Requires the notification form to be published in a downloadable and printable format on the Board's website no later than June 1, 2026. Provides that beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, a parent or guardian who homeschools the parent's or guardian's student shall submit the notification form before September 1 of each year. Provides that a public school or school district shall only retain a copy of the notification form if the homeschool parent or guardian requests that the record be retained by the public school or school district, and if such record is retained, the regional office of education, intermediate service center, or superintendent shall retain the record for not less than 5 years. Provides that there exists a rebuttable presumption that a student is not truant if a homeschool notification form was submitted. Allows a homeschool administrator to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent. Provides that consent must be obtained from the Department of Children and Family Services' Guardian Administrator prior to a homeschool notification form being submitted for all youth under the custody and guardianship of the Department. Provides that homeschools shall provide every student enrolled in homeschool instruction sufficient content to satisfy certain requirements of the School Code. Allows a truant officer to request an educational portfolio as part of a truancy investigation, which must be produced by the homeschool no later than 10 days after the request is made. Allows the State Board of Education to adopt any rules necessary to implement and administer the Act. Makes other changes. Makes conforming changes in the Freedom of Information Act, the School Code, the Illinois School Student Records Act, and the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 17 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*, Michelle Mussman (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Katie Stuart (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Margaret Croke (D), Joyce Mason (D), Michael Crawford (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Lisa Davis (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Kam Buckner (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 92
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: Fiscal Note Filed
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MI bill #SB0114 • Last Action 04/16/2025
Disabilities: other; vulnerable adult multidisciplinary teams; provide for. Creates new act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a framework for creating voluntary vulnerable adult multidisciplinary teams (VAMDTs) at the county or regional level in Michigan, designed to protect vulnerable adults. These teams can include representatives from various agencies like law enforcement, adult protective services, health departments, legal services, and mental health programs, with the primary goals of preventing, investigating, and prosecuting abuse and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults. A "vulnerable adult" is defined as an individual aged 18 or older who requires supervision due to age, disability, or lack of independent living skills. The teams are granted the ability to share and discuss information among themselves while maintaining strict confidentiality, with explicit provisions about what information can be shared and with whom. The teams can only disclose information to specific entities like adult protective services, the long-term care ombudsman, the attorney general, county prosecutors, and law enforcement. Importantly, the information gathered by these teams is exempt from freedom of information act requests and their meetings are not subject to open meetings act requirements. The teams' broader objectives include coordinating services for vulnerable adults, developing prevention programs, promoting community awareness, and disseminating public information about adult abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
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Bill Summary: A bill to provide for the creation of a vulnerable adult multidisciplinary team; to prescribe the powers and duties of a vulnerable adult multidisciplinary team; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 7 : Jeff Irwin (D)*, Kevin Hertel (D), Sarah Anthony (D), Veronica Klinefelt (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Sue Shink (D), Mary Cavanagh (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Judiciary
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AR bill #HB1492 • Last Action 04/16/2025
To Require Each Public School District And Open-enrollment Public Charter School To Implement A Mobile Panic Alert System.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires all public school districts and open-enrollment public charter schools in Arkansas to provide all school employees with a wearable panic alert system device starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The panic alert system must integrate with local 911 infrastructure to transmit emergency calls and mobile activations, and be capable of initiating a campus-wide lockdown notification. Each school employee will receive a device that allows them to immediately contact local emergency response agencies. Before the start of each school year, employees must receive training on the proper use and protocol for the panic alert device. Schools are also required to ensure that security data (including cameras, maps, and access controls) is accessible by local law enforcement agencies, with appropriate access protocols established. The bill includes provisions to keep security-related records confidential, with limited exceptions for disclosure, such as to property owners, government agencies, or by court order. The Department of Education is authorized to adopt rules to implement these requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REQUIRE EACH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT AND OPEN-ENROLLMENT PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL TO PROVIDE ALL SCHOOL EMPLOYEES WITH A WEARABLE PANIC ALERT SYSTEM DEVICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Zack Gramlich (R)*, Tyler Dees (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Recommended for study in the Interim by the Committee on
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AR bill #HB1454 • Last Action 04/16/2025
To Amend The Laws Concerning Criminal History Records Checks For Employees Of Service Providers; To Allow Third-party Employee Evaluation Services To Perform Criminal History Records Checks; And To Include Independent Contractors.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Arkansas law to expand and clarify criminal history records check requirements for service providers, specifically adding independent contractors to the existing employee screening process. The bill introduces a new definition for a "third-party employee evaluation service," which is an independent entity authorized to perform national and state criminal history records checks. The legislation broadens the definition of "employee" to include independent contractors who provide care to clients and modifies existing procedures for conducting background checks. Service providers must now inform both potential employees and independent contractors that their employment or engagement is contingent on satisfactory criminal history records checks. The bill maintains existing standards for disqualifying offenses while providing some flexibility for certain misdemeanor convictions, allowing service providers to potentially retain or hire individuals with specific non-violent criminal histories under certain conditions. The changes apply to various service providers, including childcare facilities, long-term care facilities, home healthcare services, and other entities providing care or services to vulnerable populations. The bill also ensures that criminal history records remain confidential and can only be used by specific authorized agencies and third-party evaluation services.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAWS CONCERNING CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS CHECKS FOR EMPLOYEES OF SERVICE PROVIDERS; TO ALLOW THIRD-PARTY EMPLOYEE EVALUATION SERVICES TO PERFORM CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS CHECKS; TO INCLUDE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Mary Bentley (R)*, Missy Irvin (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 53
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1454 is now Act 674
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IN bill #SB0281 • Last Action 04/16/2025
Expungement.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses expungement procedures for criminal records in Indiana, making several key changes to existing law. The bill specifies that certain juvenile court records relating to serious violent felonies will be accessible to law enforcement officers, requiring courts and record-keepers to ensure timely access. It allows for the expungement of official misconduct records if the person is not an elected official and the prosecuting attorney consents. The bill prohibits expungement for individuals convicted of unlawful firearm possession by serious violent felons and prevents expungement of records for commercial driver's license holders for certain violations. It establishes new provisions for sealing and accessing juvenile records, particularly those related to serious violent felonies, ensuring that such records remain available to law enforcement while being protected from public disclosure. Additionally, the bill requires the office of judicial administration to create an electronic system for transmitting chronological case summaries to the state police department for expungement purposes by July 1, 2025. The legislation aims to balance individual privacy interests with public safety concerns by providing clear guidelines for record sealing and access across different types of criminal offenses.
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Bill Summary: Expungement. Specifies that certain records relating to juvenile offenses are accessible to a law enforcement officer acting within the scope of the officer's duties, and requires persons having custody of these records to take steps to ensure that these records are available in a timely manner. Specifies that the juvenile court shall cooperate to ensure that certain records are available to the prosecuting attorney or a deputy. Allows the expungement of official misconduct if: (1) the person seeking the expungement is not an elected official; and (2) the prosecuting attorney consents. Permits disclosure to the state police department of certain sealed records if disclosure is required for the purpose of expunging or marking as expunged records in the central repository for criminal history information. Prohibits expungement for a person convicted of unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon. Requires the office of judicial administration, before July 1, 2025, to establish an electronic system for transmitting a chronological case summary to the state police department for purposes of expungement. Prohibits the expungement of certain records of a person holding a commercial driver's license or permit. Makes certain expungement provisions that apply to elected officials also apply to elected or appointed judicial officers.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Scott Baldwin (R)*, Aaron Freeman (R)*, Lonnie Randolph (D), Greg Steuerwald (R), Alex Zimmerman (R), Mitch Gore (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Public Law 77
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HI bill #SB869 • Last Action 04/16/2025
Relating To Community Outreach Boards.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to expand and clarify the legal status of community outreach boards in Hawaii's Sunshine Law (the state's open meetings law). Specifically, the bill defines a "community outreach board" as a board established to serve in an advisory capacity under a county commission or department. The legislation broadens existing provisions related to neighborhood boards to explicitly include community outreach boards, ensuring they have similar rights and responsibilities. Key changes include allowing community outreach board members to attend public meetings and presentations related to official board business statewide, without geographic restrictions that previously limited such interactions to Oahu. The bill recognizes that these boards serve as important intermediaries between residents and government leaders, helping to gather and disseminate local information, understand community concerns, and collaboratively develop solutions. By providing a clear legal definition and extending existing protections, the bill aims to support grassroots community engagement and ensure transparency in local government advisory processes. The changes will take effect immediately upon the bill's approval, making it easier for community outreach boards to function effectively across Hawaii's counties.
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Bill Summary: Defines community outreach board to mean a board established to serve in a community advisory capacity under a county commission or a county department. Includes community outreach boards in existing provisions of the Sunshine Law relating to neighborhood boards. Authorizes neighborhood board and community outreach board members to attend meetings or presentations related to official board business statewide. (HD1)
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Dru Kanuha (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Angus McKelvey (D)*, Mike Gabbard (D), Les Ihara (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 03/28/2025
• Last Action: Enrolled to Governor.
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AR bill #HB1712 • Last Action 04/16/2025
To Establish The Social Work Licensure Compact In This State.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate interstate practice for social workers by creating a system of Multistate Licenses. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, enhance public health and safety protections, support workforce mobility (including for military families), and enable telehealth services. Social workers who meet specific criteria can obtain a Multistate License that allows them to practice in all participating states, with each state maintaining the authority to regulate practice within its borders. The bill creates a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to oversee implementation, which will develop a centralized data system, establish rules, and manage interstate cooperation. To qualify for a Multistate License, social workers must hold an unencumbered license in their home state, pass national exams, complete educational requirements, and meet specific practice standards depending on their licensure category (clinical, master's, or bachelor's level). The compact provides mechanisms for investigating and addressing disciplinary actions across states, ensures that social workers follow the laws of the state where services are rendered, and creates a framework for resolving disputes between states. The compact will become effective once seven states have enacted substantially similar legislation, and states can withdraw with a 180-day notice period.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ESTABLISH THE SOCIAL WORK LICENSURE COMPACT IN THIS STATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Joey Carr (R)*, Jamie Scott (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1712 is now Act 639
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NY bill #S07456 • Last Action 04/16/2025
Authorizes two or more contiguous municipalities to create a broadband union district for the creation, administration, and maintenance of broadband infrastructure and services within such district; provides for governance, funding, powers, limitations, and related provisions for broadband union districts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes two or more contiguous municipalities to create a broadband union district (BUD) for developing, maintaining, and administering broadband infrastructure and services. The bill establishes a comprehensive framework for how these districts can be formed, governed, and operated. Key provisions include allowing municipalities to voluntarily join together to create a district with a governing board composed of one representative from each member municipality, with the ability to provide broadband services, apply for grants, enter into contracts, and issue bonds. The district cannot levy taxes or assessments, and all of its financial obligations must be paid solely from its own revenues. Each district must adopt an annual budget, undergo an independent audit, and prepare an annual report. The bill includes detailed provisions for admitting new members, allowing members to withdraw under specific conditions, and potentially dissolving the district. Importantly, the legislation ensures that member municipalities are not financially liable for the district's actions, and the district must operate under existing telecommunications regulations. The primary goal is to enable municipalities to collaboratively expand broadband access and infrastructure, especially in underserved areas, by creating a flexible and accountable governance structure.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the general municipal law, in relation to authorizing the creation of broadband union districts
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• Introduced: 04/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Rachel May (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT
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TX bill #HB5136 • Last Action 04/15/2025
Relating to membership on and the applicability of the open meetings law to the governing board of a children's advocacy center.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies regulations for children's advocacy center governing boards by introducing several key provisions. It establishes that board members, excluding those specified in an existing subsection, cannot serve more than 10 years and are ineligible to serve if they previously resigned or were removed from the board, or are closely related to another board member (within the fifth degree of consanguinity or affinity). The bill also mandates that children's advocacy center board meetings must follow open meetings law, which means they must be transparent and publicly accessible. To meet this requirement, the board must provide meeting notices either by notifying the county clerk or by continuously posting notices on their website. The bill includes a special provision allowing closed meetings when discussing client-specific matters that would reveal personally identifiable information, though this exception does not apply to discussions about board members, employees, or volunteers. For board members who have already served 10 or more years at the bill's effective date, they may continue serving until two years after the effective date. The bill takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature, or otherwise becomes effective on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to membership on and the applicability of the open meetings law to the governing board of a children's advocacy center.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Keresa Richardson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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PA bill #HB1218 • Last Action 04/15/2025
In the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth; in county boards of elections, further providing for powers and duties of county boards; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for canvassing of official absentee ballots and mail-in ballots; and, in recounts and contests, providing for independent prosecutor and for election integrity officers.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several changes to Pennsylvania's Election Code to enhance election oversight and integrity. The Secretary of the Commonwealth would be required to establish a hotline for reporting election fraud or intimidation, automatically transmitting reports to a new independent prosecutor and county election integrity officers. The bill mandates that the Secretary cooperate with the independent prosecutor in reviewing election complaints and provide annual training to district attorneys on election laws. County boards of elections would be required to cooperate with the new election integrity officers and independent prosecutors. The bill introduces detailed provisions for ballot canvassing, including giving authorized representatives meaningful access to observe the process and requiring audio and visual recordings of pre-canvass and canvass meetings. A new independent prosecutor, appointed by the Attorney General and approved by the Senate, would be responsible for reviewing election complaints, coordinating with law enforcement, and publishing public reports after each election. Additionally, each county would have an election integrity officer (typically the district attorney or their designee) tasked with developing procedures to ensure election integrity, prevent fraud, recommend data analytics tools, and help collect evidence for potential election law violations. The bill aims to increase transparency, accountability, and oversight in the election process.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), entitled "An act concerning elections, including general, municipal, special and primary elections, the nomination of candidates, primary and election expenses and election contests; creating and defining membership of county boards of elections; imposing duties upon the Secretary of the Commonwealth, courts, county boards of elections, county commissioners; imposing penalties for violation of the act, and codifying, revising and consolidating the laws relating thereto; and repealing certain acts and parts of acts relating to elections," in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth; in county boards of elections, further providing for powers and duties of county boards; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for canvassing of official absentee ballots and mail-in ballots; and, in recounts and contests, providing for independent prosecutor and for election integrity officers.
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• Introduced: 04/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Seth Grove (R)*, Bryan Cutler (R), Michael Stender (R), Rob Kauffman (R), David Rowe (R), Andrew Kuzma (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT
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PA bill #HB1217 • Last Action 04/15/2025
In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions, repealing provisions relating to public funding of elections, providing for legislative authority over elections, establishing the Bureau of Election Audits and providing for special standing in challenges to the Election Code; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth and providing for reports on implementation of elections; in county boards of elections, furthe
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive changes to Pennsylvania's Election Code, focusing on election administration, voting procedures, and election integrity. Here's a summary of the key provisions: This bill establishes a new Bureau of Election Audits within the Auditor General's office to conduct independent post-election audits, including risk-limiting ballot audits and performance audits of election systems. The bureau will be responsible for publicly posting audit methodologies and results, and monitoring corrective action plans. County boards of elections must cooperate with these audits and publish their results. The bill introduces several new voter rights provisions, including a Voter's Bill of Rights, a Senior Voter's Bill of Rights, and a Disabled Voter's Bill of Rights. These outline specific protections and assistance options for different voter groups. The legislation adds new requirements for election equipment, including mandating open-source software for voting machines by 2025 and establishing stricter certification processes. It creates an Election Equipment Funding Program to help counties purchase and maintain election equipment. The bill modifies absentee and mail-in voting procedures, including establishing more controlled ballot return locations monitored by election officials from different political parties. It introduces early voting centers beginning in 2025, with specific operational guidelines for these locations. New provisions increase penalties for various election-related offenses, such as voter fraud, intimidation, and improper ballot handling. Fines and potential imprisonment terms are significantly increased for most election-related violations. The bill also establishes new roles like an independent prosecutor appointed by the Attorney General to review election complaints and a county-level election integrity officer. Additionally, the legislation repeals previous provisions about public funding of elections and creates new restrictions on how elections can be conducted, including prohibitions on certain voting methods and ballot distribution practices.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), entitled "An act concerning elections, including general, municipal, special and primary elections, the nomination of candidates, primary and election expenses and election contests; creating and defining membership of county boards of elections; imposing duties upon the Secretary of the Commonwealth, courts, county boards of elections, county commissioners; imposing penalties for violation of the act, and codifying, revising and consolidating the laws relating thereto; and repealing certain acts and parts of acts relating to elections," as follows: in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions, repealing provisions relating to public funding of elections, providing for legislative authority over elections, establishing the Bureau of Election Audits and providing for special standing in challenges to the Election Code; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth and providing for reports on implementation of elections; in county boards of elections, further providing for powers and duties of county boards and providing for county boards of elections and satellite offices; in district election officers, further providing for district election boards and election, for qualifications of election officers, for tie votes for judge and inspector, for clerks of election and machine inspectors, for vacancies in election boards, appointment, judge and majority inspector to be members of majority party and minority inspector to be member of minority party, for election officers to be sworn, for oath of judge of election, for oaths of inspectors of election, for oaths of clerks of election, for oath of machine inspectors, for power of election officers to administer oaths, for compensation of district election officers and for appointment of watchers; in election districts and polling places, further providing for polling places to be selected by county board, for public buildings to be used where possible and portable polling places and for temporary polling places; providing for registration of electors; in ballots, further providing for form of official election ballot and for number of ballots to be printed and specimen ballots; in voting machines, further providing for examination and approval of voting machines by the Secretary of the Commonwealth, for requirements of voting machines, for preparation of voting machines by county election boards and for delivery of voting machines and supplies by county election boards to election officers; in electronic voting systems, further providing for experimental use of electronic voting systems and for statistical sample and providing for requirements of accessible voting machines and for voting system defects, disclosure, investigations and penalties; repealing provisions relating to voting apparatus bonds; providing for election equipment funding; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, providing for voter's bill of rights, for senior voter's bill of rights and for disabled voter's bill of rights and further providing for delivery of ballots and supplies to judges of election, for time for opening and closing polls, for opening of polls, posting cards of instruction and notices of penalties and voters' rights and examination of voting machines, for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges, for assistance in voting and for deadline for receipt of valid voter registration application and providing for prohibitions; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for applications for official absentee ballots, for date of application for absentee ballot, for delivering or mailing ballots and for voting by absentee electors, providing for supervised voting by qualified absentee electors in certain facilities and further providing for canvassing of official absentee ballots and mail-in ballots; in voting by qualified mail-in electors, further providing for applications for official mail-in ballots, for date of application for mail-in ballot, for delivering or mailing ballots and for voting by mail-in electors; in Pennsylvania Election Law Advisory Board, further providing for Pennsylvania Election Law Advisory Board; providing for early voting by qualified electors; in returns of primaries and elections, further providing for returns to be open to public inspection and exceptions and for computation of returns by county board, certification and issuance of certificates of election; repealing provisions relating to Election Integrity Grant Program; in recounts and contests, providing for powers and duties of the Attorney General relating to elections and for powers and duties of district attorneys relating to elections; in penalties, further providing for disobeying lawful instructions, for perjury, for false affidavits of candidates, for refusal to permit inspection of papers, destruction or removal and Secretary of the Commonwealth, for refusal to permit inspection of papers, destruction or removal and county boards of elections, for insertion and alteration of entries in documents, removal and refusal to deliver, for refusal to permit overseers, watchers, attorneys or candidates to act, for driving away watchers, attorneys, candidates or overseers, for refusal to permit election officers, clerks and machine inspectors to act and driving away said persons, for refusal to administer oath and acting without being sworn, for violation of oath of office by election officers, for peace officers, failure to render assistance and hindering or delaying county board members and others, for nomination petitions and papers and offenses by signers, for false signatures and statements in nomination petitions and papers, for nomination petitions, certificates and papers, destruction, fraudulent filing and suppression, for offenses by printers of ballots, for unlawful possession of ballots and counterfeiting ballots, for forging and destroying ballots, for tampering with voting machines, for destroying, defacing or removing notices, et cetera, for police officers at polling places, for peace officer, failure to quell disturbances at polls and hindering or delaying election officers and others, for election officers permitting unregistered electors to vote, challenges and refusing to permit qualified electors to vote, for election officers refusing to permit elector to vote in proper party at primaries, for frauds by election officers, for prying into ballots, for interference with primaries and elections, frauds and conspiracy, for persons interfering in other districts, for assault and battery at polls, for unlawful assistance in voting, for election officers permitting unlawful assistance, for failure to keep and return record of assisted voters, for unlawful voting, for elector voting ballot of wrong party at primary, for repeat voting at elections, for removing ballots, for commissioners to take soldiers' votes, for fraudulent voting by soldiers, for bribery at elections, for receipts and disbursements of primary and election expenses by persons other than candidates and treasurers, for receipts of primary and election expenses by unauthorized persons, for contributions by corporations or unincorporated associations, for failure to file expense account, for prohibiting duress and intimidation of voters and interference with the free exercise of the elective franchise, for failure to perform duty, for hindering or delaying performance of duty, for violation of any provision of act and for violations of provisions relating to absentee and mail-in ballots and repealing provisions relating to violation of public funding of elections and providing for unlawful collection of ballots and for prohibiting duress and intimidation of elections officials; providing for reimbursements and withholding; and making an appropriation and making a repeal.
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• Introduced: 04/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Seth Grove (R)*, Bryan Cutler (R), Michael Stender (R), Rob Kauffman (R), David Rowe (R), Brian Smith (R), Lee James (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT
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AL bill #SB295 • Last Action 04/15/2025
Underground Damage Prevention Program, One-Call Notification System, further provided for complex or large projects
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Alabama's Underground Damage Prevention Program to introduce a new process for handling complex or large excavation and demolition projects. Specifically, the bill defines a "complex or large project" as an excavation activity that extends beyond a standard 40-working day notification period, involves five or more consecutive work crews operating simultaneously, or requires multiple locate requests within the same geographic area. For such projects, excavators must now provide underground facility operators with at least five working days' notice before commencing work, including details such as project scope, timelines, contact information, and a list of contractors. The bill requires excavators, operators, and locators to negotiate a working agreement that outlines the project's scope, timeline, and location completion schedule. The bill also updates various definitions related to excavation, adds requirements for hand digging and project notification, and establishes new procedures for reporting and responding to potential underground facility damage. These changes aim to improve communication and safety during large-scale underground excavation projects by ensuring more comprehensive planning, coordination, and documentation between all parties involved. The act is set to become effective on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: Underground Damage Prevention Program, One-Call Notification System, further provided for complex or large projects
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• Introduced: 04/03/2025
• Added: 04/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gerald Allen (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 04/03/2025
• Last Action: Senate Transportation and Energy Hearing (13:30:00 4/15/2025 Room 316)
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OR bill #HB2062 • Last Action 04/15/2025
Relating to batteries.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive battery recycling and producer responsibility program in Oregon. The legislation requires battery manufacturers (called "covered producers") to join a battery producer responsibility organization that will develop and implement a statewide battery collection and recycling program. The program must provide convenient collection sites throughout Oregon, ensuring that 95% of residents are within 15 miles of a battery drop-off location, with specific requirements for collection sites in cities of different population sizes. Battery producers must create educational resources, conduct public awareness campaigns, and ensure that collected batteries are responsibly managed and recycled in environmentally friendly ways. The bill covers portable and medium-format batteries, with exceptions for certain specialized batteries like those in medical devices or motor vehicles. The Department of Environmental Quality will oversee the program, with the authority to approve plans, conduct inspections, and issue penalties for non-compliance. Covered producers will be required to pay membership fees to support the program, and the fees can be structured to incentivize more environmentally friendly battery design. The program is set to become operational by July 1, 2028, with the first program plans due to the state by September 1, 2027, and the bill includes provisions for confidentiality, antitrust immunity, and ongoing evaluation of the program's effectiveness.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: This Act says that makers of batteries must carry out a plan to collect and recycle batteries. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.1). Requires producers of batteries or battery-containing products to join a battery producer re- sponsibility organization and implement a battery producer responsibility program for the collection and recycling of batteries. Directs the Department of Environmental Quality to administer and enforce requirements of the Act. Establishes the Battery Producer Responsibility Fund.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Ways and Means by order of Speaker.
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MI bill #HB4004 • Last Action 04/15/2025
Gaming: lottery; multistate lottery games; allow winner to remain anonymous. Amends sec. 25 of 1972 PA 239 (MCL 432.25).
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan lottery law to make several changes related to lottery prize payments and winner privacy. The bill allows lottery winners to choose between receiving their prize in a single payment or installments at the point of ticket purchase, specifically for the Michigan lotto game (defined as a 6 out of 49 numbers game). It clarifies procedures for prize payments, including what happens if a prizewinner dies before collecting the full prize, with payments going to spouse and children, or the estate if no survivors exist. The bill strengthens privacy protections by prohibiting the disclosure of personal information for prizes over $10,000 without the winner's written consent, including for multistate lottery games. Additionally, the bill provides detailed guidelines for voluntary assignments of future prize payments, requiring court approval and specific conditions such as a sworn affidavit from the assignor, service of notice to the attorney general, and ensuring the assignor understands the implications of the assignment. The bill also allows the lottery commissioner to establish reasonable administrative fees for processing prize payment assignments and includes technical language updates to improve clarity and consistency in the existing law.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1972 PA 239, entitled"McCauley-Traxler-Law-Bowman-McNeely lottery act,"by amending section 25 (MCL 432.25), as amended by 1998 PA 465.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Pat Outman (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/20/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Regulatory Affairs
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OR bill #HB2009 • Last Action 04/15/2025
Relating to education; declaring an emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for measuring and improving student outcomes in Oregon's public education system. The legislation creates a detailed system for school districts to track student performance across multiple metrics, including on-time graduation rates, mathematics and reading proficiency, attendance, and other key indicators. School districts will be required to develop performance growth targets that are disaggregated by student groups, with a focus on addressing academic disparities for historically underserved populations. The bill introduces a progressive accountability system where districts that consistently fail to meet performance targets will receive increasing levels of support and intervention from the Department of Education, ranging from coaching and technical assistance to potential direct oversight of a portion of the district's funding. Additionally, the bill mandates the administration of interim assessments in mathematics and language arts, requires detailed reporting on student progress, and directs the Department of Education to study and potentially reduce reporting requirements for school districts. The legislation aims to create a more data-driven, equitable, and responsive public education system by providing targeted support and establishing clear performance expectations for schools and districts.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Creates framework for school districts to measure the outcomes of students and to improve the outcomes. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.6). Digest: Directs ODE to study ways to improve the outcomes of the public schools of this state. (Flesch Readability Score: 66.7). Requires the Department of Education to study methods for increasing the accountability of the public education system of this state. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim commit- tees of the Legislative Assembly related to education not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets January 2, 2027. Requires specified entities that receive moneys from the State School Fund to measure the outcomes of the students of the entity. Directs entities to develop performance growth targets and prescribes requirements that will be imposed by the Department of Education if targets are not met. Directs school districts and public charter schools to administer and review interim as- sessments in mathematics and language arts to measure student academic growth. Authorizes the department to direct school districts and public charter schools to adopt specified instructional materials or to participate in training or improvement activities if the district or school does not meet the goals established in the early literacy success plan. Re- moves the requirement that publishers submit a fee for each instructional material proposed by the publisher to the State Board of Education. Directs the department to study the reporting requirements imposed on school districts and to identify reporting requirements that can be decreased in frequency, eliminated or consolidated. Directs the department to contract with an entity to review the administrative rule re- quirements for a school district or an education service district to be considered standard. Directs the department to submit to the Legislative Assembly a report summarizing ad- ministrative and organizational changes. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 04/16/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Julie Fahey (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Ways and Means by prior reference.
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IL bill #HB3799 • Last Action 04/15/2025
INS-CLIMATE RISK DISCLOSURE
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Insurance Code to introduce new requirements for insurance companies regarding cancellation notices and climate risk disclosure. The bill extends the notice period for policy cancellations, mandating that for the first 60 days of coverage, cancellation notices must be mailed at least 30 days prior to the effective date, and after 60 days, notices must be mailed at least 60 days in advance. For nonpayment of premiums, a 10-day notice remains in effect. The bill also creates a new Climate Risk Disclosure Article that applies to insurance companies licensed in Illinois under Classes 2 and 3 that write $100 million or more in annual premiums. These companies will be required to participate in climate surveys issued by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) when directed by the Illinois Department of Insurance. The purpose of this new article is to enhance transparency about how insurers manage climate-related risks and to clarify the department's authority to require companies to participate in climate surveys. The monetary threshold for applicability can be adjusted by rule, providing flexibility for future implementation. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for market conduct actions, examinations, and potential penalties for non-compliance, with fines of up to $10,000 per day for certain violations.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that specified notices of cancellation of insurance must be mailed at least 30 days prior to the effective date of cancellation to the named insured if the effective date of cancellation is within the first 60 days of coverage. Provides that, after the coverage has been effective for 61 days or more, all notices must be mailed at least 60 days prior to the effective date of cancellation. Makes conforming changes. Creates the Climate Risk Disclosure Article. Provides that the Article applies to all companies licensed in Illinois under Classes 2 and 3 that write $100,000,000 or more annually in premiums. Allows the monetary threshold to be altered by rule. Requires all insurers subject to the Article to, upon direction from the Department of Insurance, participate in National Association of Insurance Commissioners issued climate surveys and Department issued climate surveys.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 10 : Bob Morgan (D)*, Laura Ellman (D)*, Thaddeus Jones (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Camille Lilly (D), Michael Crawford (D), Kimberly du Buclet (D), Jehan Gordon-Booth (D), Mary Beth Canty (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Mary Beth Canty
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FL bill #S7008 • Last Action 04/15/2025
OGSR/Financial Technology Sandbox
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Florida Statutes regarding the Financial Technology Sandbox, which is a regulatory framework that allows innovative financial technology companies to test new products or services in a controlled environment. The bill permanently exempts certain confidential information submitted by applicants to the Office of Financial Regulation from public records requirements. Specifically, the exempted information includes the reasons why existing laws prevent an innovative financial product from being offered to consumers, details used to evaluate the applicant's testing and monitoring plan, and other specific evaluation factors. The bill removes the previous sunset provision that would have automatically repealed this confidentiality exemption on October 2, 2025, effectively making the exemption permanent. The confidential information may still be shared with appropriate state and federal agencies for investigation purposes, and the office retains the ability to disclose a summary of the innovative financial product or service. The act will take effect on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 559.952, F.S., which provides for an exemption from public records requirements for certain records provided to and held by the Office of Financial Regulation relating to the Financial Technology Sandbox; deleting the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Banking and Insurance, Barbara Sharief (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Laid on Table, refer to HB 7003
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WA bill #SB5810 • Last Action 04/15/2025
Making 2025-2027 fiscal biennium operating appropriations and 2023-2025 fiscal biennium second supplemental operating appropriations.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the bill: This bill makes appropriations for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium and includes allocations for various state agencies and programs. The bill covers multiple areas of government spending, with a significant focus on education, human services, and public instruction. Key provisions include: 1. Funding for K-12 education, with allocations for basic education, special education, learning assistance, transitional bilingual programs, and highly capable student programs. The bill provides per-student funding rates for various educational programs and includes provisions for teacher compensation, professional development, and student support services. 2. Appropriations for higher education, including state board for community and technical colleges, with funding for guided pathways, workforce education, high-demand programs, and college affordability initiatives. 3. Funding for human services agencies, including the Department of Social and Health Services, Department of Health, and Department of Children, Youth, and Families, with specific allocations for programs supporting mental health, child welfare, developmental disabilities, and other social services. 4. Appropriations for various state agencies in areas such as natural resources, transportation, public safety, and general government operations. 5. Specific funding for initiatives like the 988 behavioral health crisis line, opioid prevention and treatment, school safety, and chronic absenteeism reduction. The bill also includes provisions for implementing collective bargaining agreements, adjusting employee compensation, and providing funding for specific programs and services across state government. It sets out detailed conditions and limitations for how appropriated funds can be used, with an emphasis on accountability, targeted support, and meeting specific legislative priorities.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to fiscal matters; amending RCW 9.46.100, 2 18.04.105, 18.20.430, 18.43.150, 18.51.060, 18.85.061, 19.28.351, 3 28C.10.082, 34.12.130, 41.05.120, 41.50.075, 41.50.110, 43.09.282, 4 43.19.025, 43.24.150, 43.99N.060, 43.101.200, 43.101.220, 43.320.110, 5 43.330.250, 43.330.365, 50.16.010, 50.24.014, 51.44.190, 59.21.050, 6 67.70.044, 69.50.540, 70.79.350, 70.104.110, 70.128.160, 74.46.561, 7 74.46.581, 79.64.040, 28B.76.525, 38.40.200, 38.40.210, 38.40.220, 8 51.44.170, and 72.09.780; reenacting and amending RCW 43.155.050 and 9 79.64.110; amending 2023 c 475 ss 128, 912, 712, and 738 and 2024 c 10 376 ss 112, 113, 114, 116, 119, 120, 125, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 11 133, 139, 141, 142, 146, 150, 153, 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 12 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 215, 218, 219, 220, 221, 222, 223, 225, 226, 13 227, 228, 229, 230, 302, 304, 307, 308, 309, 310, 311, 401, 402, 501, 14 504, 506, 507, 508, 509, 511, 512, 513, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 15 523, 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 606, 607, 609, 612, 702, 703, 704, 707, 16 713, 717, 801, 802, 803, and 804 (uncodified); reenacting 2023 c 475 17 s 915 (uncodified); creating new sections; making appropriations; 18 providing expiration dates; and declaring an emergency. 19
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• Introduced: 04/14/2025
• Added: 04/15/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Chris Gildon (R)*, Nikki Torres (R), Matt Boehnke (R), Leonard Christian (R), Phil Fortunato (R), Keith Goehner (R), Jeff Holy (R), Drew MacEwen (R), Mark Schoesler (R), Shelly Short (R), Keith Wagoner (R), Judy Warnick (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: First reading, referred to Ways & Means.
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PA bill #HB1191 • Last Action 04/15/2025
In railroads, providing for prohibition on blocking of crossings, for limitation on length of freight or work trains, for authorization to monitor safety practices and operations by collective bargaining representatives, for safe staffing levels for trains or light engines, for wayside detector systems, for study of transportation of hazardous materials or waste and for reporting system for transportation of hazardous materials or waste; and imposing penalties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several key provisions to improve railroad safety and operations in Pennsylvania. The bill prohibits blocking railroad crossings for more than five minutes when an emergency vehicle needs to pass, with a $10,000 penalty for violations. It limits freight or work trains to a maximum length of 8,500 feet and requires trains to have at least two crew members. The legislation allows collective bargaining representatives to monitor railroad safety practices and conduct investigations on railroad property. The bill mandates the installation and maintenance of wayside detector systems (electronic scanning devices) on Class IV or higher tracks to identify potential equipment defects. Additionally, the bill requires the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to conduct a comprehensive study of hazardous materials and waste transportation by railroads, including recommendations for improving safety requirements and penalties. The commission must also create a secure reporting system for hazardous materials transportation, making the information available only to emergency management agencies. Penalties for non-compliance with crew staffing and safety requirements range from $1,000 to $25,000, depending on the number of previous violations. The bill will take effect 180 days after its enactment, giving railroads time to implement the new regulations.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in railroads, providing for prohibition on blocking of crossings, for limitation on length of freight or work trains, for authorization to monitor safety practices and operations by collective bargaining representatives, for safe staffing levels for trains or light engines, for wayside detector systems, for study of transportation of hazardous materials or waste and for reporting system for transportation of hazardous materials or waste; and imposing penalties.
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• Introduced: 04/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 22 : Rob Matzie (D)*, Danilo Burgos (D), Mandy Steele (D), Dan Deasy (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Maureen Madden (D), José Giral (D), Jeanne McNeill (D), Chris Pielli (D), Bob Freeman (D), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), Arvind Venkat (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Jim Haddock (D), Steve Malagari (D), Nikki Rivera (D), Kyle Donahue (D), Nathan Davidson (D), Joe Ciresi (D), Perry Warren (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), Lou Schmitt (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION, TECHNOLOGY AND UTILITIES
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NV bill #AB106 • Last Action 04/15/2025
Ratifies the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact. (BDR 54-233)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill ratifies the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, which is an interstate agreement designed to facilitate occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants practicing across multiple states. The Compact allows licensed professionals to obtain a "Compact Privilege" to practice in other member states without obtaining a separate license, provided they meet specific requirements. These requirements include holding an unencumbered license in their home state, having a valid social security number or national practitioner identification number, completing a criminal background check, and meeting continuing education standards. The bill establishes an Occupational Therapy Compact Commission to oversee the implementation and administration of the Compact, create a data system for sharing licensure and investigative information, and enforce its provisions. The Compact aims to increase public access to occupational therapy services, enhance state regulatory abilities, support military spouses, and facilitate telehealth technology use. When the Compact becomes effective (upon enactment in the tenth member state), occupational therapists and therapy assistants practicing under its provisions will have the same legal status, authority, and protections as those holding a traditional state-issued license.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to occupational therapy; ratifying and entering into the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact; authorizing the sharing of certain information with the data system created pursuant to the Compact; providing a person practicing as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant in this State under the Compact with the same legal status as a person practicing as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant under a license issued by the Board of Occupational Therapy; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Elaine Marzola (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Rereferred to Committee on Ways and Means. Exemption effective. To committee.
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OK bill #HB1491 • Last Action 04/15/2025
Education; meetings of the State Board of Education; authorizing members to add items to agendas; procedure for adding; emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oklahoma state education laws to give board members more flexibility in setting meeting agendas for both the State Board of Education and local school district boards. Specifically, the bill allows board members to add items to meeting agendas through a specific process: for the State Board of Education and school district boards with five or more members, at least two members must make a written request to add an item, while for boards with four or fewer members, a single member can make such a request. The item can be placed on the agenda for the next meeting or a subsequent meeting, in accordance with the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act. The bill also makes some technical changes to existing language about board meeting procedures, such as clarifying how agenda items can be added and removing previous restrictions on agenda modifications. For school district boards with larger student populations or serving larger communities, the bill maintains provisions allowing board members to receive a small stipend (up to $25) for attending up to four meetings per calendar month. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it would take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to education; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-102, which relates to meetings of the State Board of Education; authorizing members to add items to agendas; providing procedure for adding requested item to an agenda; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Sections 5- 107B and 5-118, which relate to school district boards of education; authorizing members to add items to agendas; providing procedure for adding requested item to an agenda; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Ronny Johns (R)*, Lonnie Paxton (R)*, Aaron Reinhardt (R)*, Cyndi Munson (D), Melissa Provenzano (D), John Waldron (D), Anthony Moore (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 03/27/2025
• Last Action: Remove as author Senator Reinhardt; authored by Senator Paxton
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CT bill #SB01288 • Last Action 04/15/2025
An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Education.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill implements several recommendations from the Department of Education, focusing on various educational aspects. The bill modifies provisions related to interdistrict magnet school programs, transportation grants, and special education services. Key changes include updating transportation grant calculations for interdistrict magnet schools, with grants transitioning to cover actual transportation costs starting in fiscal year 2025. The bill also revises requirements for teacher education and mentoring programs, adjusting certification processes and instructional module completion. Additionally, it mandates that private special education service providers submit base tuition and cost information to school boards by December 31st before the school year of service. The bill aims to improve educational support, funding transparency, and administrative processes across various educational sectors in Connecticut, with most provisions taking effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: To implement the recommendations of the Department of Education.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: File Number 699
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PA bill #HB1215 • Last Action 04/15/2025
Providing for the establishment, conduct and composition of the Independent Congressional Redistricting Commission, for adoption of congressional district maps, for prioritized redistricting criteria, for failure to adopt final congressional district map and for judicial review.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an Independent Congressional Redistricting Commission in Pennsylvania to create congressional district maps every decade, designed to be a fair and transparent process. The commission will consist of 15 commissioners: five from the largest political party, five from the second-largest political party, and five from other parties, ensuring political balance and demographic diversity. Commissioners will be selected through a rigorous application process administered by the Secretary of the Commonwealth, with strict qualifications to prevent political insiders from serving. The commission must hold public hearings, solicit public input, and draw maps according to prioritized criteria that include compliance with federal and state laws, maintaining community integrity, ensuring minority voting rights, and avoiding partisan bias. The commission must release proposed maps for public comment, hold additional hearings, and ultimately submit a final map by October 15 of years ending in one. If the commission fails to approve a map, the General Assembly has an opportunity to vote on the proposed map, with a specific process for continued submissions if initial votes fail. The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania will have original jurisdiction for any legal challenges, which must be filed within 45 days of map certification. The bill aims to create a more transparent and impartial redistricting process by removing direct legislative control over congressional district boundaries.
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Bill Summary: Providing for the establishment, conduct and composition of the Independent Congressional Redistricting Commission, for adoption of congressional district maps, for prioritized redistricting criteria, for failure to adopt final congressional district map and for judicial review.
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• Introduced: 04/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Jared Solomon (D)*, Tom Mehaffie (R), Dave Madsen (D), Arvind Venkat (D), Tarah Probst (D), Ed Neilson (D), Perry Warren (D), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), Bob Freeman (D), Danielle Otten (D), Roni Green (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT
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PA bill #HB1221 • Last Action 04/15/2025
In general provisions relating to partnerships and limited liability companies, providing for duties of nonprofit corporations in public-private partnerships with the Commonwealth.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to establish specific duties for nonprofit corporations engaged in public-private partnerships with the Commonwealth. Under the new provisions, such nonprofits must: (1) comply with the Right-to-Know Law, which ensures transparency in government records and operations; (2) submit an annual comprehensive financial report to the Governor's Office and General Assembly using generally accepted accounting principles established by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board; (3) publicly disclose on their website any purchases made for or on behalf of the Governor or other state officials within 10 business days of the purchase; and (4) adhere to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, a federal law designed to protect investors by improving the accuracy and reliability of corporate financial disclosures. These requirements aim to increase transparency, accountability, and financial oversight for nonprofit organizations working in collaboration with the state government. The bill will take effect 60 days after its enactment.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to partnerships and limited liability companies, providing for duties of nonprofit corporations in public-private partnerships with the Commonwealth.
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• Introduced: 04/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Seth Grove (R)*, Aaron Bernstine (R), Rob Kauffman (R), Lee James (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT
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PA bill #HB1219 • Last Action 04/15/2025
In boards and offices, providing for information technology; establishing the Office of Information Technology and the Information Technology Fund; providing for administrative and procurement procedures and for the Joint Cybersecurity Oversight Committee; imposing duties on the Office of Information Technology; providing for administration of Pennsylvania Statewide Radio Network; and imposing penalties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Office of Information Technology (OIT) within the Governor's Office of Administration to consolidate and improve information technology (IT) operations across Pennsylvania state agencies. The bill aims to reduce IT costs, improve efficiency, and enhance cybersecurity by creating a centralized office with broad responsibilities for managing, procuring, and standardizing IT resources. Key provisions include establishing an Information Technology Fund, creating comprehensive IT security standards, implementing a statewide information technology transparency portal, and forming a Joint Cybersecurity Oversight Committee. The office will have authority to review and approve IT projects, set technical standards, conduct security risk assessments, and ensure that state agencies follow best practices in technology procurement and management. The bill also includes provisions for addressing underperforming IT projects, with a color-coded system to track project progress and mechanisms for corrective action. Additionally, it establishes guidelines for IT procurement, emphasizes data sharing and open data initiatives, and creates oversight mechanisms to prevent unauthorized use of IT resources and potential conflicts of interest.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in boards and offices, providing for information technology; establishing the Office of Information Technology and the Information Technology Fund; providing for administrative and procurement procedures and for the Joint Cybersecurity Oversight Committee; imposing duties on the Office of Information Technology; providing for administration of Pennsylvania Statewide Radio Network; and imposing penalties.
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• Introduced: 04/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Seth Grove (R)*, Bryan Cutler (R), Michael Stender (R), Valerie Gaydos (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
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OR bill #SB824 • Last Action 04/15/2025
Relating to health insurance.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires health insurance carriers in Oregon to conduct an annual analysis of how they apply mental health and substance use disorder treatment limitations compared to medical and surgical treatment limitations, ensuring these limitations are applied equally. Carriers must submit a comprehensive report to the Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) by March 1st each year, which now includes additional detailed reporting requirements such as the number of benefit denials, appeals information, reimbursement rates for various behavioral health and medical providers, and the percentage of claims paid to in-network and out-of-network providers. The bill specifies that all documents submitted to DCBS will be kept confidential and not subject to public disclosure. By September 15th of each year, DCBS must provide a summary report to legislative committees about carriers' mental health and substance use disorder coverage, comparing it to medical and surgical coverage. Key terms like "nonquantitative treatment limitation" are defined, and the bill aims to ensure compliance with mental health parity requirements, including the federal Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Tells insurers in this state to give more information to DCBS and tells DCBS not to share what they receive from insurers. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.4). Digest: Tells DCBS to study the impact of federal laws about health insurance on state laws. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.8). Requires the Department of Consumer and Business Services to study federal laws and regu- lations affecting health insurance and evolving conditions in the insurance market that require periodic updates to state laws. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Leg- islative Assembly related to health care not later than September 15, 2026. Requires certain carriers that offer health benefit plans in this state to report additional information to the Department of Consumer and Business Services and requires the depart- ment to keep this information confidential.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Ways and Means by prior reference.
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TX bill #HB4565 • Last Action 04/14/2025
Relating to access to certain law enforcement, corrections, prosecutorial, and civil enforcement records under the public information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Government Code's provisions regarding public access to law enforcement, prosecutorial, and civil enforcement records. Specifically, the bill expands the existing law to include civil enforcement information alongside law enforcement and prosecutorial information, and broadens the scope of protected information. The bill allows law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and the attorney general to withhold information if its release would interfere with detecting, investigating, or prosecuting a crime or other violation of law. The protected information now includes records related to investigations that did not result in conviction, threats against peace or detention officers, and legal documents prepared by state attorneys in anticipation of criminal or civil enforcement litigation. These changes protect the mental impressions and legal reasoning of attorneys representing the state. The bill will apply only to information requests received on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025, ensuring that the new provisions do not retroactively affect previous requests. The modification aims to provide greater discretion to law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies in protecting sensitive investigative and legal documents.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to access to certain law enforcement, corrections, prosecutorial, and civil enforcement records under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Pat Curry (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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TX bill #HB755 • Last Action 04/14/2025
Relating to certain requirements applicable to certain public entities that engage in lobbying.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new restrictions on lobbying activities for various public entities including political subdivisions, special districts, regional authorities, public utilities, higher education institutions, and water authorities. Specifically, these entities will now be required to obtain majority approval from their governing body in an open meeting before spending public money to contract with a registered lobbyist to influence legislation, and the lobbying contract vote must be a standalone agenda item. The bill mandates that entities publish detailed information about such lobbying contracts on their websites, including contract amounts, lobbyist names, and legislative agendas. Additionally, the bill prohibits public entities from reimbursing lobbyists for food, beverages, or entertainment expenses, and bars lobbyists from communicating with legislators about specific tax-related legislation. Residents or service recipients can file a complaint with the Texas Ethics Commission if these requirements are not met. The bill does not prevent public entity employees from providing information to legislators or appearing before legislative committees. The provisions will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will only apply to contracts entered into on or after that date.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to certain requirements applicable to certain public entities that engage in lobbying.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : David Spiller (R)*, Will Metcalf (R)*, Carl Tepper (R)*, Keresa Richardson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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NE bill #LB84 • Last Action 04/14/2025
Adopt the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact, a comprehensive agreement designed to facilitate the interstate practice of school psychology. The compact creates a streamlined pathway for licensed school psychologists to obtain equivalent licenses in multiple member states, addressing workforce shortages and improving access to school psychological services. Key provisions include establishing specific requirements for school psychologists to obtain an equivalent license, such as holding an active home state license, completing a qualifying national exam, and undergoing a criminal background check. The bill creates a School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the implementation of the compact, which will have powers including establishing rules, collecting fees, and facilitating information exchange between member states. The compact aims to enhance professional mobility for school psychologists while maintaining high standards of practice, protecting public safety, and supporting military members and their spouses who may need to relocate. It also includes detailed provisions for dispute resolution, enforcement, and potential withdrawal of member states, ensuring a flexible and robust interstate licensing system for school psychologists.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public health; to amend section 38-3113, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024; to adopt the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original section.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/10/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Victor Rountree (NP)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor on April 14, 2025
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TX bill #HB675 • Last Action 04/14/2025
Relating to compliance with the public information law by governmental bodies and the imposition of charges for providing copies of public information under that law; providing a civil penalty.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Government Code to regulate how governmental bodies charge for copies of public information, specifically focusing on election-related reports. Under the new provisions, a governmental body cannot charge for copies of election reports (filed under Subchapters C or D, Chapter 254 of the Election Code) if those reports from the past three years are not already available on the governmental body's website. Additionally, the bill empowers the attorney general to cancel or reduce charges if the governmental body has not maintained records properly or failed to comply with public information laws. The bill introduces a civil penalty of up to $1,000 for governmental bodies that knowingly fail to comply with public information request regulations, with the attorney general authorized to bring actions to collect these penalties. The changes will apply only to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, providing a clear timeline for implementation and giving governmental bodies time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to compliance with the public information law by governmental bodies and the imposition of charges for providing copies of public information under that law; providing a civil penalty.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Cody Vasut (R)*, Richard Hayes (R), Janie Lopez (R), Penny Morales Shaw (D), Matt Morgan (R), Steve Toth (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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AR bill #HB1740 • Last Action 04/14/2025
To Exempt Certain Agricultural Information From The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Arkansas law to create new exemptions to the state's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) specifically for certain agricultural documents. The bill adds a new section to existing agricultural law that protects two specific types of information from public disclosure: (1) certificates of veterinary inspection, which are official documents typically used to verify an animal's health status and vaccination history when animals are transported across state lines, and (2) personal information connected to animal electronic identification tags, which are microchips or digital tags used to track and identify individual animals. By classifying these documents as non-public records, the bill prevents these specific pieces of agricultural information from being accessed through public records requests, likely to protect the privacy of farmers, ranchers, and individual animal owners. The exemption applies to documents held by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture and becomes effective on April 14, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING AGRICULTURE; TO EXEMPT CERTAIN AGRICULTURAL INFORMATION FROM THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 17 : Kendra Moore (R)*, Steve Crowell (R)*, Harlan Breaux (R), Cameron Cooper (R), Bruce Cozart (R), Brad Hall (R), Lane Jean (R), Roger Lynch (R), Ron McNair (R), Jeremiah Moore (R), Chad Puryear (R), Marcus Richmond (R), Tracy Steele (D), Steve Unger (R), DeAnn Vaught (R), Steven Walker (R), David Whitaker (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1740 is now Act 585
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MT bill #HB722 • Last Action 04/14/2025
Provide a retention period for electronic communications after a public employee's employment ends
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a mandatory retention period for electronic communications after a public employee leaves their job, requiring public agencies to preserve all emails from an employee's agency-provided email account for at least one year following the end of their employment. The bill modifies existing Montana state law to create new guidelines for managing electronic records, giving the state records retention and disposition subcommittee and the local government records committee the authority to designate specific retention periods for these communications. Importantly, the new rules do not apply to electronic communications in email accounts assigned to constitutional or public officers, providing an exception for high-level government officials. The bill also creates a new local government records destruction subcommittee responsible for handling records disposal requests and ensures that public agencies cannot delete or dispose of these electronic communications before the designated retention period ends. By implementing these provisions, the bill aims to improve record-keeping practices, enhance transparency, and provide a standardized approach to managing electronic communications across various levels of Montana's government agencies.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT REQUIRING A RETENTION PERIOD OF NOT LESS THAN 1 YEAR FROM THE LAST DATE OF EMPLOYMENT AT A PUBLIC AGENCY FOR THE ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS IN AN E-MAIL ACCOUNT OF A PUBLIC EMPLOYEE; PROVIDING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STATE RECORDS RETENTION AND DISPOSITION SUBCOMMITTEE; PROVIDING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT RECORDS COMMITTEE AND THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT RECORDS DESTRUCTION SUBCOMMITTEE; AND AMING SECTIONS 2-6-1012, 2-6- 1109, 2-6-1202, 7-5-2132, 7-5-4124, 20-1-212, 71-3-705, AND 71-3-810, MCA.”
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• Introduced: 12/14/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brad Barker (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: (S) Tabled in Committee (S) State Administration
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AR bill #HB1467 • Last Action 04/14/2025
To Amend The Uniform Money Services Act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Uniform Money Services Act to introduce comprehensive regulations for virtual currency kiosks and enhance data security standards for financial institutions. The bill adds new definitions for terms like "virtual currency kiosk", "existing customer", and "new customer", and establishes detailed requirements for virtual currency kiosk operators. These requirements include obtaining customer identification, providing extensive disclosures about risks, limiting daily transaction amounts, implementing fraud prevention measures, and offering special protections for elder adults. Additionally, the bill mandates that financial institutions develop robust information security programs, including conducting risk assessments, implementing multi-factor authentication, protecting customer information through encryption, regularly testing security systems, and establishing incident response plans. The legislation also requires financial institutions to notify the Securities Commissioner within 45 days of discovering a data breach and mandates annual reporting on the status of their information security programs. These provisions aim to protect consumers from fraud, enhance cybersecurity in financial services, and provide transparency in virtual currency transactions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE UNIFORM MONEY SERVICES ACT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 3 : Brandon Achor (R)*, Justin Boyd (R)*, Austin McCollum (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1467 is now Act 557
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ND bill #HB1127 • Last Action 04/14/2025
The department of financial institutions, financial institutions, response to department requests, renewal of licenses, orders to cease and desist, issuance of licenses, revocation of licenses, and exemptions from licenses.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive new requirements for financial institutions' data security and makes numerous technical amendments to existing financial regulations. The bill creates a new chapter of law establishing detailed standards for financial corporations' information security programs, including mandating risk assessments, implementing safeguards like encryption and multi-factor authentication, conducting regular security testing, and requiring incident response plans. Financial corporations must designate a qualified individual to oversee their information security program and annually report to their board of directors. The bill also requires financial corporations to notify the commissioner about significant data security events involving 500 or more consumers. Additionally, the bill makes multiple technical amendments to existing laws related to financial institutions, including changes to definitions, licensing procedures, renewal processes, and response requirements for department requests. Small financial institutions with fewer than 5,000 consumers are exempt from some of the more stringent reporting requirements. The amendments aim to enhance data protection, streamline regulatory processes, and provide the Department of Financial Institutions with more robust oversight capabilities.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to create and enact chapter 13-01.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the financial institution data security program; and to amend and reenact sections 6-01-04.1 and 6-01-04.2, subsection 7 of section 6-03-02, sections 13-04.1-01.1, 13-04.1-11.1, 13-05-07.1, 13-08-10, 13-08-11.1, and 13-09.1-14, subsection 3 of section 13-09.1-17, sections 13-09.1-38 and 13-10-05, subsection 1 of section 13-11-10, section 13-12-19, subsections 6, 21, and 22 of section 13-13-01, and sections 13-13-04 and 13-13-18 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the department of financial institutions, financial institutions, response to department requests, renewal of licenses, orders to cease and desist, issuance of licenses, revocation of licenses, and exemptions from licenses.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 69th Legislative Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/04/2025
• Last Action: Filed with Secretary Of State 04/11
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IL bill #HB2970 • Last Action 04/14/2025
SCH CD-REMOVE/DISMISS TEACHERS
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois School Code to modify the process for issuing and handling remedial warnings for teachers. Specifically, the bill allows teachers to grieve the issuance of a remedial warning through their collective bargaining agreement to determine if the school board had just cause for issuing the warning. The bill requires that notices of remedial warnings must narrowly specify the exact nature of the alleged misconduct that needs to be remedied, and general allegations of unprofessional conduct are insufficient to link unrelated offenses. The bill also limits the duration of remedial warnings, stipulating that under no circumstances can a remedial warning remain effective for longer than 4 years from its issuance. Furthermore, the school district is required to make reasonable efforts to remove the warning from the teacher's personnel file after the 4-year period or sooner if agreed upon through the exclusive bargaining representative. These changes aim to provide more clarity, specificity, and time limitations on remedial warnings issued to teachers, potentially offering teachers more protection against vague or long-standing disciplinary notices.
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Bill Summary: Amends the School Code. Allows a teacher to grieve the issuance of a warning regarding causes that are considered remediable pursuant to the applicable collective bargaining agreement to determine whether the school district had just cause in issuing the warning. Requires notice of remedial warnings to be narrowly specify the nature of the alleged misconduct that needs to be remedied. Provides that general allegations of unprofessional conduct are insufficient to link together otherwise unrelated offenses as related. Provides that under no circumstances shall a notice of remedial warning remain effective or within a teacher's personnel file or record for longer than 3 years from the date of the occurrence which gave rise to the issuance of the notice of remedial warning. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 18 : Anna Moeller (D)*, Doris Turner (D)*, Sue Scherer (D), Aarón Ortíz (D), Gregg Johnson (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Robyn Gabel (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Carol Ammons (D), Michael Crawford (D), Joyce Mason (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Thaddeus Jones (D), Lisa Hernandez (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 50
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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NY bill #S07396 • Last Action 04/14/2025
Requires investigation and autopsy of suspicious deaths where the deceased individual had an identifiable history of being victimized by domestic violence.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires law enforcement to conduct a thorough investigation and request a complete autopsy in cases of suspicious deaths where the deceased had a documented history of domestic violence. The bill defines key terms such as "domestic violence" (based on family offense definitions), "identifiable history of being victimized by domestic violence" (verified through official documentation), and specifies relationships like "family member," "close friend," and "partner." If an investigator identifies three or more specific conditions that suggest potential foul play—such as premature death, suspicious death scene circumstances, relationship tensions, history of coercive control, or the deceased being found by a current/previous partner—they must interview family members and conduct a comprehensive autopsy. The bill also ensures that family members and close friends have access to victim support services during the investigation and the right to request investigation records and a second autopsy opinion if local law enforcement closes the case without determining it a homicide. The legislation aims to provide more rigorous scrutiny of deaths potentially linked to domestic violence and offer support to the victim's loved ones throughout the investigative process.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to the investigation of suspicious deaths and domestic violence
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• Introduced: 04/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Jessica Scarcella-Spanton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO CRIME VICTIMS, CRIME AND CORRECTION
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PA bill #HB157 • Last Action 04/14/2025
Providing for grant awards to entities in rural counties and designated medically underserved areas to pay for the education debt of practitioners employed at the entity.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Rural Health Care Grant Program to address healthcare practitioner shortages in rural and medically underserved areas of Pennsylvania. The program will allow healthcare entities in these areas to receive grants to help pay off education debt for full-time practitioners like physicians, nurses, midwives, dentists, and dental hygienists who commit to working at least three years in these locations. Grants will be awarded by the Department of Health, with a maximum of $250,000 per entity per calendar year, and will be distributed directly to education debt creditors on behalf of practitioners. Priority will be given to independent healthcare entities not affiliated with larger health systems. Practitioners must be licensed in Pennsylvania, begin work within six months of being hired, and work full-time (defined as more than 30 hours per week) to qualify. The program aims to recruit and retain high-quality healthcare professionals in areas that struggle to maintain medical services, potentially preventing the closure of healthcare facilities in rural and underserved regions. The Department of Health will track and report annually on the program's progress, including the number of grants awarded, practitioners assisted, and total funds distributed, while ensuring the privacy of individual practitioners' personal information.
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Bill Summary: Providing for grant awards to entities in rural counties and designated medically underserved areas to pay for the education debt of practitioners employed at the entity.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 22 : Kathy Rapp (R)*, Dan Frankel (D), Tim Twardzik (R), Ben Sanchez (D), Dave Zimmerman (R), Arvind Venkat (D), Kristine Howard (D), Tarik Khan (D), Bryan Cutler (R), Keith Greiner (R), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Bob Freeman (D), Tina Pickett (R), Joe Webster (D), Roni Green (D), Lisa Borowski (D), Liz Hanbidge (D), Leslie Rossi (R), Mike Armanini (R), Marty Causer (R), Keith Harris (D), Dave Madsen (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Referred to INSTITUTIONAL SUSTAINABILITY AND INNOVATION
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TX bill #HR799 • Last Action 04/14/2025
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and extend to all those associated with the agency deep appreciation for their public service
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• Introduced: 04/05/2025
• Added: 04/06/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ken King (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/05/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Local & Consent Calendars
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IL bill #HB3309 • Last Action 04/14/2025
EDU LABOR RELATIONS-NOTICE
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Act to require employers to provide not only information about employees to the exclusive bargaining representative, but also to provide a copy of that same information to the statewide labor organization with which the exclusive representative is affiliated. Specifically, employers must share employee details such as name, job title, work location, contact information, and date of hire both with the exclusive representative and the state labor organization. The bill maintains existing provisions about access and information rights for labor representatives, which include the ability to meet with employees, conduct workplace meetings, communicate with bargaining unit employees, and receive regular updates about new and existing employees. The legislation aims to enhance transparency and communication between educational employers, employee representatives, and their affiliated state labor organizations, and will take effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Act. Provides that employers shall provide the State labor organization with a copy of the information provided to the exclusive representative. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Marcus Evans (D)*, Linda Holmes (D)*, Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Michael Crawford (D), Dan Didech (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Nicolle Grasse (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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NC bill #H958 • Last Action 04/14/2025
Election Law Changes
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several changes to election administration and campaign finance laws in North Carolina. First, it restricts the State Board of Elections from using voter education efforts to recruit or encourage voters to associate with any particular political party. For voter registration challenges, the bill modifies rules about how challenged ballots are handled, particularly for challenges related to voter death, ensuring that ballots cast by deceased voters between casting and election day are not counted. The bill also requires party designations on ballots to be printed in the same font type and size as candidate names. Regarding early voting, counties will now be required to open at least one early voting site for every 30,000 registered voters and seek geographic diversity in site locations. The bill changes the process for ballot counting and auditing, shifting some responsibilities from the State Board of Elections to the State Auditor and modifying timelines for counting provisional and absentee ballots, with special provisions for counties with over 250,000 registered voters. In campaign finance, the bill increases the reporting threshold for significant contributions from $1,000 to $2,000 and introduces a mechanism to adjust this threshold periodically based on the Consumer Price Index. The changes aim to modify various aspects of election administration, from voter registration and voting processes to campaign finance reporting, with most provisions applying to elections held after the bill becomes law.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO MAKE VARIOUS CHANGES TO ELECTION ADMINISTRATION LAWS AND CAMPAIGN FINANCE LAWS.
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• Introduced: 04/10/2025
• Added: 04/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Hugh Blackwell (R)*, Sarah Stevens (R)*, John Blust (R), Jimmy Dixon (R), Keith Kidwell (R), Howard Penny (R), Joe Pike (R), Bill Ward (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: Ref to the Com on Election Law, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
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CT bill #SB01496 • Last Action 04/14/2025
An Act Concerning Minor Revisions To Department Of Energy And Environmental Protection Related Statutes.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several technical and administrative revisions to various statutes related to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP). The bill updates definitions and provisions across multiple areas, including radioactive materials, commercial fishing licenses, natural area preserves, and electric vehicle rebates. Key changes include: expanding definitions of radioactive materials to include fusion machines, modifying rules for transferring commercial fishing licenses during temporary incapacitation or after a license holder's death, adjusting electric vehicle rebate prioritization to focus first on income-qualified residents, allowing more flexibility for DEEP to construct infrastructure and make repairs, and removing or updating references to previously existing authorities like the Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority. The bill also repeals several existing statutes that are no longer needed, such as sections related to specific environmental programs. These revisions are largely technical in nature, aimed at streamlining regulatory language, updating definitions, and providing more administrative flexibility to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
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Bill Summary: To make minor revisions to various programs of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/14/2025
• Last Action: File Number 670
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OK bill #SB1090 • Last Action 04/14/2025
Public finance; authorizing State Treasurer to implement the Invest In Oklahoma program; authorizing State Treasurer to invest funds into the Invest In Oklahoma program under certain conditions. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill transfers the administration of the Invest In Oklahoma program from the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST) to the State Treasurer, expanding the program's investment capabilities. The bill authorizes the State Treasurer to create an Invest In Oklahoma program that can invest in private equity funds, venture capital funds, growth funds, and direct investments in Oklahoma companies. Public entities like retirement systems and pension funds are encouraged to invest up to 5% of their assets in approved funds, and the State Treasurer is also permitted to invest in the program. The bill modifies the Cash Management and Investment Oversight Commission's composition, changing its members from agency representatives to elected officials. The State Treasurer will be responsible for selecting investment advisors, maintaining a list of available funds, and developing a request for proposal process. The bill also requires the State Treasurer to exercise prudent judgment in managing investments, considering factors like rate of return, investment performance, and capital safety. The changes aim to provide more flexibility and oversight in investing state funds to support Oklahoma-based businesses and economic development.
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Bill Summary: public finance - Invest In Oklahoma program - State Treasurer - personnel - promulgation of rules - Cash Management and Investment Oversight Commission - investments - reports - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kristen Thompson (R)*, Mark Lawson (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: Recommendation to the full committee; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Appropriations and Budget Finance Subcommittee
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NV bill #AB316 • Last Action 04/12/2025
Revises provisions relating to the governance of school districts. (BDR 34-319)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises provisions relating to the governance of school districts by introducing a new nonvoting pupil trustee position on county school district boards of trustees. The bill requires the board of county commissioners to appoint a student trustee who must be a high school junior or senior residing in the county, nominated through a student voting process that varies depending on the district's size. The pupil trustee will serve a one-year term and have several key rights, including attending all meetings, receiving professional development training equivalent to other trustees, and having the right to express opinions before board votes. The student trustee's responsibilities include serving as a liaison between students and the board, keeping students informed about board activities, and introducing matters that impact students. To accommodate this new position, the bill adjusts the total number of board members from 5, 7, or 11 to 6, 8, or 12 members, depending on the district's size. The bill also makes corresponding technical amendments to various sections of Nevada Revised Statutes to reflect the addition of the pupil trustee and ensure consistent language across school district governance regulations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to school districts; requiring the board of county commissioners to appoint a nonvoting pupil trustee to the board of trustees of each county school district in this State; revising provisions governing the election and appointment of the board of trustees of each county school district; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 2 : Duy Nguyen (D)*, Angela Taylor (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: (Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1, no further action allowed.)
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NV bill #AJR3 • Last Action 04/12/2025
Revises provisions relating to the Legislature. (BDR C-21)
Status: Dead
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Bill Summary: Proposing to amend the Nevada Constitution to make the Legislature subject to the same provisions of law that are enacted by the Legislature and relate to the inspection and copying of public books and records as any other governmental entity, to require Legislators to disclose certain information regarding entities that receive appropriations in bills, to require the Legislature to publish certain information relating to the personal interests of each Legislator and to make the Legislature subject to the same provisions of law that are enacted by the Legislature and relate to open meetings of public bodies.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/27/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Heidi Kasama (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/26/2025
• Last Action: (Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1, no further action allowed.)
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NV bill #AJR5 • Last Action 04/12/2025
Revises provisions relating to redistricting. (BDR C-802)
Status: Dead
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Bill Summary: Proposing to amend the Nevada Constitution to make the Legislature subject, when establishing or revising boundaries of any legislative district, to the same provisions of law that are enacted by the Legislature and relate to the inspection and copying of public books and records as any other governmental entity and to make the Legislature subject to the same provisions of law that are enacted by the Legislature and relate to open meetings of public bodies.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/27/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Heidi Kasama (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/26/2025
• Last Action: (Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1, no further action allowed.)
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NV bill #AB51 • Last Action 04/12/2025
Revises provisions relating to public records. (BDR 19-430)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises provisions related to public records in Nevada, introducing several key changes to the existing Public Records Act. The bill allows governmental entities to charge a reasonable fee for using their personnel or technological resources when fulfilling a public records request, provided they adopt a written policy that outlines how the fee is calculated and requires providing written notice to the requester before preparing the requested information. The bill also mandates that public records requests must now be submitted in writing and must identify the person making the request. Additionally, the legislation requires both the requester and the governmental entity to make reasonable efforts to focus and narrow the scope of public records requests to facilitate more efficient processing. These changes aim to provide clearer guidelines for public records requests, give governmental entities more flexibility in managing such requests, and potentially offset some of the administrative costs associated with processing them. The bill maintains the fundamental principle that public records should be accessible, while introducing more structured procedures for requesting and providing access to these documents.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to public records; authorizing a governmental entity to charge a person who requests a copy of a public record a reasonable fee for the use of its personnel or technological resources; requiring a request to inspect, copy or receive a copy of a public book or record to be in writing and identify the requester; requiring, under certain circumstances, a person who makes such a request to make a reasonable effort to assist the governmental entity in focusing the request; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 11/19/2024
• Added: 12/02/2024
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 11/22/2024
• Last Action: (Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1, no further action allowed.)
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NV bill #AB22 • Last Action 04/12/2025
Revises provisions relating to the Public Employees' Benefits Program. (BDR 23-311)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the administrative procedures for the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP), a state-run program that provides group insurance for state employees. Specifically, the bill transfers the responsibility of acting as the chief of the using agency for contract proposals from the PEBP Board to the Program's Executive Officer. This change eliminates previous requirements for the Board to review proposal evaluations in closed meetings and award contracts in open meetings. The bill also adjusts committee evaluation requirements, mandating that if an evaluation committee is established to review contract proposals, at least one member of the PEBP Board must be appointed to that committee. Previously, any number of Board members could be included, and now there is a minimum requirement of one Board member. These changes are intended to streamline the contract evaluation and awarding process for the Public Employees' Benefits Program by shifting key responsibilities to the Executive Officer and simplifying the Board's role in contract management.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the Public Employees' Benefits Program; revising provisions governing the awarding of certain contracts of the Program; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 11/09/2024
• Last Action: (Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1, no further action allowed.)
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NV bill #SB227 • Last Action 04/12/2025
Enacts the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact. (BDR 34-531)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact, a comprehensive agreement designed to facilitate the interstate practice of school psychology. The Compact creates a streamlined pathway for licensed school psychologists to obtain equivalent licenses in other member states, addressing workforce shortages and improving access to school psychological services. Key provisions include establishing eligibility requirements for participation, such as passing a national examination, completing a supervised internship, and graduating from an approved education program. School psychologists can obtain an equivalent license in a remote state by maintaining an active home state license, satisfying state-specific requirements, completing administrative tasks, and undergoing a criminal background check. The bill also exempts Compact participants from certain state-specific licensing examinations and continuing education requirements. A new interstate commission will be created to oversee the Compact, with responsibilities including establishing rules, facilitating information sharing between states, and managing disputes. The Compact aims to preserve each state's authority to protect public health and safety while promoting professional mobility for school psychologists, with special provisions for active military members and their spouses. The Compact will become effective once seven states have ratified it, though currently only Colorado and West Virginia have done so.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to education; enacting the School Psychologist Interstate Licensure Compact; exempting a person licensed pursuant to the Compact from certain requirements generally applicable to licensure; authorizing the sharing of certain information when required pursuant to the Compact; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: (Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1, no further action allowed.)
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NV bill #SB68 • Last Action 04/12/2025
Revises provisions relating to behavioral health. (BDR 54-403)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to behavioral health professional licensing in Nevada, with two primary components. First, it requires several licensing boards (including boards for psychological examiners, marriage and family therapists, social workers, and alcohol/drug counselors) to provide more detailed annual reports to the state. These enhanced reports must now include narratives describing the board's data collection processes, reasons for license application denials, explanations for changes in application numbers, and information about where applicants intend to practice. Second, and more substantially, the bill ratifies the Social Work Licensure Compact, which creates a multistate licensing system for social workers. This compact allows social workers to more easily practice across participating states by establishing uniform licensing requirements, creating a centralized data system for tracking licenses and disciplinary actions, and providing a mechanism for interstate cooperation in regulating social work practice. The compact covers three categories of social work licenses (bachelor's, master's, and clinical) and includes provisions for maintaining professional standards, protecting public health, and supporting military families. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, with the first enhanced reports required to be submitted on February 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to behavioral health; requiring licensing boards that regulate various professions relating to behavioral health to report certain information; ratifying and entering into the Social Work Licensure Compact; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 11/20/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 11/22/2024
• Last Action: (Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1, no further action allowed.)
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NV bill #AB152 • Last Action 04/12/2025
Revises provisions relating to public records. (BDR 19-209)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises provisions related to public records by creating an exemption for governmental entities when responding to requests for copies of public books or records that they are authorized to dispose of under approved retention schedules. Specifically, for state governmental entities, if a record can be disposed of according to a retention schedule approved by the Committee to Approve Schedules for the Retention and Disposition of Official State Records, the entity is not required to provide a copy of that record. Similarly, for local governmental entities, if a record can be disposed of under a retention schedule approved by the local governing body, they are also exempt from providing a copy. This change modifies existing law that previously required all public books and records to be open for inspection and copying during office hours. The bill aims to provide governmental entities more flexibility in managing their records while maintaining transparency, by allowing them to withhold copies of records that are already approved for potential destruction through established retention schedules.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to governmental administration; providing that a governmental entity is exempt from providing a copy of a public book or record if the governmental entity is authorized to dispose of the public book or record pursuant to a schedule of retention; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Ken Gray (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/01/2025
• Last Action: (Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1, no further action allowed.)
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NV bill #SB73 • Last Action 04/12/2025
Revises provisions relating to elections. (BDR 24-455)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Nevada's existing election record laws by establishing new rules regarding voter signatures. Specifically, the bill requires county and city clerks to allow members of the public to visually inspect a registered voter's signature at the clerk's office, while simultaneously prohibiting the clerk from providing or allowing anyone to make a copy of that signature. This change builds upon existing Nevada Public Records Act provisions that generally make governmental records publicly accessible, with certain exceptions. The bill maintains protections for other sensitive voter information like social security numbers, driver's license numbers, and electronic mail addresses, which remain confidential. By permitting signature inspection but preventing signature copying, the bill appears to balance transparency with voter privacy concerns, allowing public verification of signatures while preventing potential misuse of exact signature reproductions. The legislation becomes effective immediately upon passage and approval, and it applies to signatures of registered voters held by county and city election clerks throughout Nevada.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to elections; requiring a county or city clerk to allow any person to inspect the signature of a registered voter; prohibiting a county or city clerk from providing a copy or allowing a person to copy the signature of any registered voter; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 11/20/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 11/23/2024
• Last Action: (Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1, no further action allowed.)
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NV bill #SB34 • Last Action 04/12/2025
Revises provisions relating to certain providers of health care. (BDR 54-449)
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes interstate licensure compacts for five different healthcare professions: physician assistants, nurses, audiologists and speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and occupational therapists. The bill allows licensed professionals in these fields to practice across multiple states that are part of the respective compact, creating a multistate licensing system that aims to increase healthcare access and mobility for providers. The key provisions include: establishing a comprehensive process for multistate licensing, creating a data system to share information about provider licensure and disciplinary actions, setting standards for professional practice across state lines, and establishing interstate commissions to oversee and administer each compact. Professionals seeking to practice under these compacts must meet specific requirements, such as holding an active license in their home state, passing background checks, maintaining professional certification, and having no significant disciplinary history. The compacts preserve each state's authority to regulate professional practice and take adverse action against providers who violate professional standards. The bill also requires the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct a study by August 1, 2026, examining the potential impact of these interstate compacts on the availability of healthcare services in Nevada. The study's findings will be reported to the Patient Protection Commission and various legislative committees. The provisions of the bill will become effective on July 1, 2025, providing time for implementation and preparation by professional licensing boards and healthcare providers.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to health care; entering into interstate compacts that authorize the multistate practice of certain providers of health care under certain conditions; providing professionals practicing in this State under those compacts with the same legal status as persons who are licensed to practice the same professions in this State; authorizing the sharing of certain information with data systems created by those compacts; revising certain terminology; providing for a study of certain impacts of entering into certain interstate compacts; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 11/15/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 11/17/2024
• Last Action: (Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1, no further action allowed.)
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IL bill #SB0590 • Last Action 04/11/2025
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical amendment to the Open Meetings Act, specifically modifying Section 1.01, which appears to be the short title section of the Act. While the provided XML does not show the specific language changes, the government-provided summary suggests this is a minor technical correction to the law. The Open Meetings Act is typically a statute that ensures transparency in government by requiring public bodies to conduct their meetings openly and provide advance notice and public access to discussions and decision-making processes. Without more context from the XML, the precise nature of the technical change cannot be determined from the available information.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Don Harmon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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KS bill #SB125 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Making and concerning supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2025 and appropriations for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 for various state agencies, authorizing certain capital improvement projects and fees, authorizing certain transfers authorizing the payment of certain claims against the state.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides appropriations and financial guidelines for various state agencies and institutions for fiscal years 2025 through 2027. Here is a summary: This bill authorizes appropriations and provides financial instructions for state agencies and institutions, covering fiscal years 2025-2027. The bill includes detailed funding allocations for numerous state entities, such as the Department of Education, Board of Regents institutions, state departments, and various specialized agencies. Key provisions include specific appropriations for operating expenses, student aid, research programs, and special projects. The bill also establishes expenditure limitations for different funds, allows for fund transfers between accounts, and provides guidelines for how agencies can spend their allocated funds. Notable features include provisions for education funding, mental health services, infrastructure improvements, and various state-level programs. The bill also includes specific instructions for fund management, such as restrictions on hospitality expenses, requirements for reporting, and conditions for fund usage. The overall intent is to provide a comprehensive financial framework for state government operations and services for the specified fiscal years.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT making and concerning appropriations for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2025, June 30, 2026, and June 30, 2027, for state agencies; authorizing and directing payment of certain claims against the state; authorizing certain capital improvement projects, assessments and fees; authorizing certain transfers; imposing certain restrictions and limitations; directing or authorizing certain disbursements, procedures and acts incidental to the foregoing; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 2-223, 12-1775a, 12-5256, 65-180, 74-50,107, 74-8711, 74-99b34, 76-775, 76-7,107, 76- 7,155, 76-7,157, 79-2989, 79-3425i, 79-34,171, 79-4804 and 82a-955 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: House Motion to override selected line item veto prevailed; Line item vetoes, a portion of 46(a), 46(c), 47, 63(x), 72(b), 73(f), a portion of 76(a), a portion of 76(b),a portion of 83(a), a portion of 89(a), 89(aa), a portion of 92(a), 118(h), 118(i), a portion of 121(a), 135(a), 177(b), 187(h), 188 were overridden. No motion to reconsider remainder of line items, vetoes were ruled sustained Yea: 88 Nay: 34
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IL bill #HB0586 • Last Action 04/11/2025
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: I apologize, but the provided XML document does not contain the specific text changes to the Open Meetings Act that would allow me to provide a detailed summary of the bill's provisions. The bill appears to be very brief and primarily refers to making a technical change to Section 1.01 of the Open Meetings Act, but the actual text of the change is not present in the provided XML. Based on the government-provided summary, this bill would make a minor technical modification to the short title section of the Open Meetings Act, but without seeing the exact language being changed, I cannot provide a more specific explanation of the bill's contents.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Welch (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Third Reading Deadline Extended-Rule May 31, 2025
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IL bill #SB0181 • Last Action 04/11/2025
ELECTION CODE-VARIOUS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to Illinois election law. It introduces a new Voter Identification Card system, requiring the Secretary of State to issue identification cards to registered voters without acceptable photo ID, with specific documentation requirements and provisions for indigent or religiously exempted voters. The bill mandates that voters present a government-issued photo identification or Voter Identification Card when voting, and defines acceptable forms of photo identification. It modifies several election procedures, including narrowing the grace period for voter registration, prohibiting polling places in residential buildings, and requiring election authorities to establish at least two vote centers. The bill also removes provisions for permanent vote-by-mail status and reduces the time for counting provisional ballots from 14 to 7 days after an election. Additionally, it introduces a new provision making it a Class 4 felony for any person to submit more than three vote-by-mail ballots on behalf of others during an early voting period, with a five-year ban on public employment for those convicted. The bill further expands the definition of "electioneering" to include distributing food or drinks to voters near polling places, and makes various technical changes to election administration processes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Election Code. Requires Voter Identification Cards for those who do not have acceptable photo identification. Sets forth requirements and exemptions. Provides that any person desiring to vote shall present to the judges of election for verification of the person's identity a government-issued photo identification card or his or her Voter Identification Card. In provisions concerning electioneering at voting precincts, provides that electioneering includes the distribution of food or drinks to voters. Provides that each election authority shall establish procedures for the registration of voters and for change of address during the period from the close of registration for an election until the 7th day before the election (currently, the day of the election). Provides that a polling place shall not be located in any residential building, including, but not limited to, an apartment or dormitory. Provides that election authorities shall establish vote centers in at least 2 locations. Specifies the locations where vote centers shall be located. Provides that each election authority shall keep a secure record of the number of ballots printed and distributed to the judges of election at each polling place of each precinct or district. Provides that the State Board of Elections shall develop standards that each election authority shall implement for the 2026 general primary election, and all subsequent elections, to count and track the number of ballots printed and distributed. Removes provisions allowing voters to apply for permanent vote by mail status. Removes a provision that authorizes election authorities to maintain one or more secure collection sites for the postage-free return of vote by mail ballots. Provides that the county clerk or board of election commissioners shall complete the validation and counting of provisional ballots within 7 calendar days (rather than 14 calendar days) of the day after the election. Provides that specified vote by mail ballots returned to an election authority shall be counted on or before the 7th day after the election. Provides that any person who, during an early voting period, gathers on behalf of another and submits to an election authority more than 3 vote by mail ballots shall be guilty of a Class 4 felony. Makes other changes.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Chapin Rose (R)*, Craig Wilcox (R), Andrew Chesney (R), Chris Balkema (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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KS bill #SB186 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Modifying elements in the crimes of sexual exploitation of a child, unlawful transmission of a visual depiction of a child and breach of privacy, prohibiting certain acts related to visual depictions in which the person depicted is indistinguishable from a real child, morphed from a real child's image or generated without any actual child involvement, prohibiting dissemination of certain items that appear to depict or purport to depict an identifiable person, requiring affidavits or sworn testim
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to Kansas criminal law, focusing on three main areas: sexual exploitation of children, law enforcement procedures, and bail bond regulations. First, the bill expands the definition of sexual exploitation of a child to include artificially generated visual depictions that are obscene and appear to depict children, even if no actual child was involved. It also modifies laws related to transmission of visual depictions of children, adding provisions about digitally manipulated or AI-generated images. Second, the bill requires probable cause affidavits to be made available to law enforcement agencies prior to executing warrants or summonses, with specific guidelines for redacting sensitive information. Third, for defendants charged with certain sex offenses, the bill mandates stricter bond requirements, including a minimum $750,000 bond for those with prior convictions of sexually violent crimes, and requires house arrest with no contact with victims or witnesses. Additionally, the bill places new restrictions on compensated sureties, prohibiting them from providing loans for bail bond premiums and establishing more stringent continuing education and authorization requirements. These changes aim to strengthen protections against child exploitation, improve law enforcement transparency, and enhance public safety in cases involving sexual offenses.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning crimes, punishment and criminal procedure; modifying elements in the crimes of sexual exploitation of a child, unlawful transmission of a visual depiction of a child and breach of privacy; prohibiting certain acts related to visual depictions in which the person depicted is indistinguishable from a real child, morphed from a real child's image or generated without any actual child involvement; providing an exception for cable services in the crime of breach of privacy; prohibiting dissemination of certain items that appear to depict or purport to depict an identifiable person; relating to affidavits or sworn testimony in support of probable cause; requiring such information to be made available to law enforcement; relating to search and seizure; requiring the statement of facts sufficient to show probable cause justifying a search warrant to be made by a law enforcement officer; relating to release prior to trial; requiring that certain prior convictions be considered when bond is being set for certain sex offenses; specifying minimum requirements and conditions for such bond; relating to appearance bonds; requiring warrants for failure to appear to be given to sureties; allowing bond forfeiture to be set aside in certain circumstances if a surety can show that the defendant was deported from the United States; requiring remission in certain circumstances; prohibiting a compensated surety from making a loan for certain portions of the minimum appearance bond premium required; amending K.S.A. 21-5510, 21-5611, 22-2302, 22-2502, 22-2802, 22-2803 and 22-2807 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 21-6101 and 22-2809b and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Senate Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 24, 2025
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IL bill #SB1020 • Last Action 04/11/2025
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Based on the bill text and summary provided, here is a summary: This bill makes a technical amendment to the Open Meetings Act, specifically targeting Section 1.01 of the Act. While the specific details of the technical change are not fully visible in the provided XML document, the bill appears to be making a minor modification to the language or formatting of the section's short title. The Open Meetings Act is a law that typically governs transparency in government meetings, ensuring that public bodies conduct their discussions and decision-making processes in an open and accessible manner. Such technical amendments are common in legislative practice to maintain the precision and clarity of legal language.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : John Curran (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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VT bill #H0502 • Last Action 04/11/2025
An act relating to charging for actual cost under Vermont’s Public Records Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill seeks to modify Vermont's Public Records Act to allow public agencies to charge requestors the actual staff time costs associated with processing public records requests. Currently, public records requests often require government agencies to spend staff time locating, reviewing, and preparing documents, which can be time-consuming and resource-intensive. By permitting agencies to recover these direct labor costs, the bill aims to offset the administrative burden of fulfilling public records requests while still maintaining the principle of government transparency. The proposed change would enable agencies to bill requestors for the precise amount of staff time spent responding to their records request, helping to defray the expenses involved in complying with public records law without creating undue financial barriers to accessing government information.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to authorize public agencies to charge and collect the actual cost of staff time associated with complying with a request to inspect a public record.
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• Introduced: 04/09/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Jed Lipsky (I)*, Robert Hunter (D), John Kascenska (R), Leland Morgan (R), Richard Nelson (R), Robert North (R), Dan Noyes (D), John O'Brien (D), Debra Powers (R), Michael Tagliavia (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs Hearing (00:00:00 4/11/2025 )
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IL bill #SB1796 • Last Action 04/11/2025
BODY CAMERAS-FOIA REQUESTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act and the Criminal Code to modify several provisions related to body camera recordings. The bill changes the definition of "law enforcement officer" to exclude administrative personnel, and alters the requirements for retaining and disclosing body camera recordings. Specifically, the bill shifts from a mandatory to a permissive approach for destroying recordings after 90 days, giving law enforcement agencies more discretion in maintaining recordings. The bill expands the list of individuals who can request body camera recordings, including the subject of an encounter, their legal representative, the recording officer, and persons with written permission from either the subject or the officer. Additionally, the bill exempts recordings made in accordance with the Body Camera Act from the state's eavesdropping regulations. The changes aim to provide more flexibility for law enforcement agencies while maintaining transparency and accountability in the use of body-worn cameras. The bill becomes effective immediately upon passage, potentially impacting how law enforcement agencies manage and disclose video recordings from officer-worn body cameras.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act. Provides that a law enforcement agency shall disclose a recording made with the use of an officer-worn body camera, upon request, to (i) the subject of the encounter captured on the recording, (ii) the legal representative of the subject of the encounter captured on the recording, (iii) the officer who wore the camera that made the recording, (iv) the legal representative of the officer who wore the camera that made the recording, (v) a person who has written permission from the subject of the encounter to receive the recording, or (vi) a person who has written permission from the officer who wore the camera that made the recording to receive the recording. Provides that all recordings made with an officer-worn body camera may (rather than must) be destroyed after 90 days, unless any encounter captured on the recording has been flagged. Makes changes to the definition of "law enforcement officer" in the Act. Amends the Eavesdropping Article to the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that recordings made in accordance with the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act are exempt from the Article. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Julie Morrison (D)*, Dave Koehler (D), Mike Halpin (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB0588 • Last Action 04/11/2025
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: I apologize, but there seems to be insufficient content in the provided XML to meaningfully summarize the bill. While the government summary indicates the bill makes a technical change to the Open Meetings Act's short title section (Section 1.01), the actual text of the amendment is not visible in the XML fragment. Without seeing the specific language being inserted or deleted, I cannot provide a detailed summary. The most I can confidently say is: This bill proposes a technical amendment to Section 1.01 of the Illinois Open Meetings Act, likely involving a minor modification to the law's short title or language.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Welch (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Third Reading Deadline Extended-Rule May 31, 2025
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NY bill #A07796 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Provides for accessing records under the freedom of information law including notification procedures and the release of names of natural persons and residential addresses.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the New York Public Officers Law to improve the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) procedures for accessing government records. The bill clarifies and expands regulations around record requests, including provisions that prohibit agencies from denying requests due to staffing limitations or voluminous nature, and allows agencies to engage outside professional services to help fulfill requests. The bill introduces new requirements for agencies when handling record requests, such as providing a written explanation if they cannot respond within 20 business days and specifying a date when a determination will be made. It also adds provisions regarding the handling of lists containing names of natural persons and residential addresses, requiring requestors to certify they will not use such lists for solicitation or fundraising purposes. Additionally, the bill mandates that state agencies with websites must provide online submission options for record requests and requires agencies to retrieve electronic records when doing so is more efficient than manual retrieval. The changes aim to make government records more accessible and streamline the FOIL request process by providing clearer guidelines and expectations for both requestors and government agencies.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to accessing records under the freedom of information law
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• Introduced: 04/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Anna Kelles (D)*, Jo Anne Simon (D), Jessica González-Rojas (D), Harvey Epstein (D), Yudelka Tapia (D), Steve Stern (D), Maryjane Shimsky (D), Alicia Hyndman (D), Nily Rozic (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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IL bill #SB2006 • Last Action 04/11/2025
HIGHWAY WORK ZONE SAFETY ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Highway Work Zone Safety Act, creating a new program to enhance safety in highway construction and maintenance zones through automated speed enforcement. The Illinois Department of Transportation, in coordination with the Illinois State Police and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority, will implement an automated traffic control system to detect and penalize speeding in work zones. Before deploying these systems, they will conduct public information campaigns and clearly post signs indicating automated enforcement. Violations will result in civil penalties ranging from $100 to $200, with the proceeds distributed among various state funds. The bill includes strict provisions for handling photographic evidence, ensuring data privacy, and limiting the use of recorded images. For rental vehicles, if a rental company provides the renter's information within 30 days, the citation will be transferred to the actual driver. The legislation also amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Illinois Vehicle Code to support the new program, and it repeals the previous law governing automated traffic control systems in highway work zones. The primary goal is to improve safety for workers and drivers in construction and maintenance areas by discouraging speeding through technological enforcement.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Highway Work Zone Safety Act. Establishes the Highway Work Zone Speed Control Pilot Program. Provides that the Program's purpose is to enforce the speed limits established for construction or maintenance speed zones. Requires the Illinois State Police, in conjunction with the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority, to set up and operate automated traffic control systems in highway construction and maintenance speed zones to detect violations of posted work zone speed limits. Provides that, before setting up an automated traffic control system for the purposes of the Program: (1) the Illinois State Police and the Illinois Department of Transportation may conduct a public information campaign to inform drivers about the use of automated traffic control systems to detect speeds in excess of a work zone speed limit; and (2) signs indicating that work zone speeds are enforced by automated traffic control systems shall be clearly posted in the areas where the systems are or will be in use. Provides that the Illinois Department of Transportation or the Illinois State Police may employ automated traffic control system operators to operate automated traffic control systems in construction or maintenance speed zones. Contains provisions concerning photographs and recorded images, violations, rented or leased vehicles, procurement, and rulemaking. Makes conforming changes in the Freedom of Information Act and in the Illinois Vehicle Code. Repeals the Automated Traffic Control Systems in Highway Construction or Maintenance Zones Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Murphy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB0587 • Last Action 04/11/2025
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical amendment to the Open Meetings Act, specifically modifying Section 1.01. However, the provided XML fragment does not include the actual text of the changes, so I cannot provide specific details about the modification. The bill appears to be a minor adjustment to the law's language, likely addressing a small technical detail in the Act's short title section. Without more context or the specific text being changed, I can only offer this general description based on the government-provided summary.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Welch (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Third Reading Deadline Extended-Rule May 31, 2025
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SC bill #H3161 • Last Action 04/11/2025
FOIA exemptions
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends South Carolina's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) by adding a new provision that prohibits jails, detention centers, correctional facilities, and other public bodies from disclosing recordings of telephone conversations between inmates and their visitors that are made by the facility where the inmate is incarcerated. The bill is designed to protect the privacy of inmates and their visitors by preventing these telephone conversation recordings from being released through public records requests. The new language will be added to Section 30-4-40 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which outlines exemptions to public disclosure requirements. The bill would take effect immediately upon receiving the Governor's approval, thereby creating a new statutory protection for inmate telephone recordings and limiting their potential public disclosure.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 30-4-40, Relating To Matters Exempt Or Prohibited From Disclosure Under The Freedom Of Information Act, So As To Prohibit The Disclosure Of Recordings Of Telephone Conversations Of Inmates And Their Visitors Made By The Facility In Which The Inmate Is Incarcerated.
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• Introduced: 12/10/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Todd Rutherford (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Scrivener's error corrected
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IL bill #SB1018 • Last Action 04/11/2025
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical amendment to the Open Meetings Act, specifically modifying Section 1.01 of the law. While the provided XML does not show the specific language changes, the government summary indicates it is a minor modification to the section concerning the short title of the Act. The Open Meetings Act is a law that typically governs the requirements for public meetings of government bodies, ensuring transparency by mandating that such meetings be open to the public and that proper notice and record-keeping procedures are followed. This particular bill appears to be making a non-substantive, technical correction to the law's language, which could involve clarifying wording, correcting a grammatical error, or updating terminology without changing the fundamental meaning or intent of the section.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : John Curran (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB0585 • Last Action 04/11/2025
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: I apologize, but I cannot provide a detailed summary of the bill's provisions because the XML content does not include the specific text changes being proposed. While the government summary indicates this bill makes a technical change to the Open Meetings Act's short title section, the XML fragment provided is empty. Without seeing the actual language being inserted or removed, I can only offer a very general summary: This bill proposes a technical amendment to Section 1.01 of the Open Meetings Act, likely making a minor modification to the section's language or terminology. To provide a more substantive summary, I would need to see the specific text changes being proposed.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Welch (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Third Reading Deadline Extended-Rule May 31, 2025
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IL bill #SB2448 • Last Action 04/11/2025
UNI DIRECT ADMISSION PROGRAM
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Public University Direct Admission Program Act, which aims to simplify and streamline the college admission process for Illinois high school students and community college transfer students. Beginning with the 2027-2028 academic year, the Board of Higher Education will establish a program that automatically offers general admission to public universities and community colleges for qualified students. Each public university must provide its grade point average admission standards by March 1st annually, and the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will use school district data to identify students who meet these standards. The bill also mandates a preselection outreach campaign specifically targeting high school juniors and seniors to encourage applications to the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The program is designed to address barriers to higher education faced by historically underserved students, such as first-generation college students, low-income students, students of color, and students from rural communities. Additionally, the bill requires school districts to provide student directory information, email addresses, and grade point averages to higher education institutions to facilitate communication about educational opportunities. The Board of Higher Education must submit annual reports on the program's implementation, including demographic data and recommendations for improvement.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Public University Direct Admission Program Act. Provides that, beginning with the 2027-2028 academic year, the Board of Higher Education, in collaboration with the Illinois Community College Board, the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, and the State Board of Education, shall establish and administer a direct admission program. Requires each public university in the direct admission program to identify and provide its grade point average standards for general admission for first time admission and for transfer students to the Illinois Student Assistance Commission by March 1 of each year. Provides that, beginning July 1, 2026 and each July 1 thereafter, the Illinois Student Assistance Commission shall use data collected from school districts to determine which students meet the standards for general admission and provide the data to the Board of Higher Education. Provides that, beginning with the 2027-2028 academic year, the Board of Higher Education, in collaboration with the Illinois Student Assistance Commission and the State Board of Education, shall develop, in consultation with the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a preselection outreach campaign to encourage qualifying State high school juniors and seniors to apply to the University of Illinois at Chicago or the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Requires the Board of Higher Education to submit a report on the direct admission program and the preselection outreach campaign to the Governor and General Assembly by August 1, 2029 and each August 1 thereafter. Amends the School Code. Requires a school board to provide access to high school student directory information and each student's email address and grade point average to the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, and each public institution of higher education for the purpose of informing students of educational and career opportunities.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Christopher Belt (D)*, Mike Simmons (D), Bill Cunningham (D), Rachel Ventura (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB0584 • Last Action 04/11/2025
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical amendment to the Open Meetings Act, specifically modifying Section 1.01, which appears to be the short title section of the Act. While the specific details of the change are not visible in the provided XML, the government summary suggests this is a minor, procedural modification to the law's language. The Open Meetings Act is a typical state-level legislation that requires governmental bodies to conduct their meetings openly and provide public access to discussions and decision-making processes. Without more context from the XML fragment, the precise nature of the technical change cannot be determined, but such amendments are often made to clarify legal terminology, correct grammatical errors, or ensure precise statutory language.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Welch (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Third Reading Deadline Extended-Rule May 31, 2025
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IL bill #SB1019 • Last Action 04/11/2025
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical amendment to the Open Meetings Act, specifically to Section 1.01, which appears to be a minor modification to the law's short title section. However, the precise details of the change are not fully visible in the provided XML document. The Open Meetings Act is a law that typically governs transparency in government by setting rules for public meetings, ensuring that government bodies conduct their business in an open and accessible manner. While the government-provided summary indicates a technical change, without more context it is difficult to specify the exact nature of the amendment.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : John Curran (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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KS bill #SB237 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Authorizing law enforcement officers to conduct investigations of violations of the scrap metal theft reduction act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Scrap Metal Theft Reduction Act to expand law enforcement's authority in investigating scrap metal theft. Specifically, the bill authorizes Kansas law enforcement officers to conduct investigations of violations of the act and mandates that any investigative reports be submitted to the attorney general, regardless of whether local action was taken. The bill clarifies and expands the attorney general's existing jurisdiction over the act, which includes employing agents, contracting, expending funds, licensing and disciplining, investigating, issuing subpoenas, keeping statistics, and conducting education and outreach programs to promote compliance. The bill also maintains existing provisions related to the scrap metal theft reduction fee fund and the scrap metal data repository fund, which are used to support the administration and enforcement of the act. The changes aim to enhance the state's ability to track and prevent scrap metal theft by providing more comprehensive investigative capabilities and reporting mechanisms for law enforcement and the attorney general's office.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the scrap metal theft reduction act; authorizing law enforcement officers to conduct investigations of violations of the act; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 50-6,109a and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Senate Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 24, 2025
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IL bill #HB3713 • Last Action 04/11/2025
CD CORR-COMMITTED PERSON MAIL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Unified Code of Corrections to enhance mail and communication rights for incarcerated individuals. It requires all Department of Corrections institutions to permit committed persons to receive the original, physical copy of mail addressed to them, with specific exceptions only allowed if there is clear evidence of a genuine safety threat. To justify limiting mail, facilities must provide detailed documentation about contraband, including data on mail containing contraband, drug test results, and specific information about how and where contraband enters the facility. The bill also mandates that such evidence must be publicly available upon request. Additionally, the legislation prohibits limiting an incarcerated person's communication with outside support persons as a disciplinary action and ensures that committed persons can contact outside supports via phone, mail, or electronic message at no charge. The bill defines "original, physical copy" as a letter, card, or document delivered by postal or delivery services, excluding scanned or photocopied documents. By providing these provisions, the bill aims to protect incarcerated individuals' communication rights while maintaining institutional safety.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that all institutions and facilities of the Department of Corrections shall permit every committed person to receive the original, physical copy of any mail addressed to the committed person that the committed person is entitled and allowed to receive. Provides that any exceptions to the requirements of this provision must be based on evidence that complying with the requirements of this provision present a clear and present danger to the health and safety of the correctional employees or committed persons in the correctional institution or facility. Provides that the evidence must include evidence of contraband being sent through the mail, data on the number of mail items containing contraband, test results of mail tested due to suspicion of mail containing drugs, data on where inside a correctional institution or facility contraband has been found, and the method of entry of contraband into the correctional institution or facility. Provides that the evidence must be made available to the public upon request. Provides that no committed person shall be denied, or have communications limited, with an outside support person, whether by phone, mail, video, or in person visitation, as a result of a disciplinary sanction or grade level of the infraction. Provides that committed persons may contact outside supports via phone, mail, or electronic message free of charge. Defines "original, physical copy".
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Laura Faver Dias (D)*, Kelly Cassidy (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Edgar González (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Camille Lilly (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: House Floor Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3641 • Last Action 04/11/2025
POLICE-ENFORCEMENT UNIT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Police Training Act to enhance the oversight and accountability of law enforcement officers. The bill establishes a Statewide Enforcement Unit within the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board that will be responsible for investigating matters related to the automatic and discretionary decertification of full-time and part-time law enforcement officers. The bill introduces more rigorous background check requirements for law enforcement officer applicants, including reviewing criminal history, national decertification indices, disciplinary records, and social media activity. Law enforcement agencies must now conduct comprehensive background investigations that include checking for affiliations with terrorist organizations, criminal groups, or hate groups, and examining an applicant's past statements or social media posts that might indicate bias or support for unlawful activities. The bill also creates a more structured process for decertification, including formal complaint hearings, the ability to surrender certification, and provisions for appealing decertification decisions. Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of public and confidential databases to track law enforcement officer conduct, investigations, and certification status, and requires an annual report to be submitted detailing the number of complaints, investigations, hearings, and decertifications. The overall aim is to improve the professionalism and integrity of law enforcement by implementing more stringent screening, monitoring, and accountability mechanisms.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Police Training Act. Provides that the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board shall determine whether an applicant has met the requirements of the Act and is qualified to be employed as a law enforcement officer and issue a certificate to applicants qualified to be employed as a law enforcement officer. Provides that the Board may hire investigators for the purposes of complying with the Act. Provides that the Board's investigators shall be law enforcement officers. Provides that the Board shall not waive the training requirement unless the investigator has had a minimum of 5 years experience as a sworn law enforcement officer in the State. Provides that any complaint filed against the Board's investigators shall be investigated by the Illinois State Police. Provides that the Board shall create, within the Board, a Statewide Enforcement Unit. Provides that the Statewide Enforcement Unit shall be responsible for the investigation of matters concerning automatic and discretionary decertification of full-time and part-time law enforcement officers, and the prosecution of matters under those provisions. Provides that before a law enforcement agency may appoint a law enforcement officer or a person seeking a certification as a law enforcement officer in the State, the chief executive officer, sheriff, appointing authority, or designee must: (1) perform a criminal background check including reviewing criminal history and national decertification indices, and all disciplinary records by any previous law enforcement or correctional employer, including complaints or investigations of misconduct, including the outcome of any investigation regardless of the result, and the reason for separation from employment; (2) check the Officer Professional Conduct Database; (3) verify from the local prosecuting authority in any jurisdiction in which the applicant has served as to whether the applicant is on any impeachment disclosure lists; and (4) inquire into whether the applicant has any past or present affiliations with terrorist organizations. Makes other changes.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Justin Slaughter (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3702 • Last Action 04/11/2025
PRISONER REVIEW BOARD-DUTIES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to the Illinois criminal justice system, with a particular focus on enhancing victims' rights and reforming the Prisoner Review Board. The bill establishes a new Director of Victim and Witness Services position under the Prisoner Review Board, creates the Survivor Safety and Support Fund to assist victims, and mandates comprehensive training for Prisoner Review Board members. The bill expands victims' rights by requiring the Prisoner Review Board to publish information about how to submit victim impact statements and to consider statements from registered victims, including those with protective orders. Board members must now complete extensive training on topics such as domestic violence, rehabilitative corrections, and trauma, with a focus on understanding systemic biases and the impacts of gender-based violence. The bill also introduces new guidelines for parole and medical release hearings, requiring more transparent decision-making processes and comprehensive consideration of an individual's rehabilitation potential, background, and personal circumstances. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Corrections to run LEADS reports when releasing individuals and to notify them of any existing protective orders, and mandates the creation of a more detailed annual report on medical release and parole review processes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act. Provides that the Prisoner Review Board shall publish on its official public website and provide to registered victims information regarding how to submit a victim impact statement. Provides that the Prisoner Review Board shall consider victim impact statements from any registered victims. Provides that any registered victim, including a person who has had a final, plenary, non-emergency, or emergency order of protection granted under the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963 or under the Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986, may present victim statements that the Prisoner Review Board shall consider in its deliberations. Provides that all victim statements shall be redacted from any transcripts or recordings of hearings that are provided to anyone other than Board members and the petitioner or parole candidate. Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that each member and commissioner of the Prisoner Review Board shall be required to complete a training course developed and administered in consultation with the Department of Corrections. Provides that the training shall be provided to new members and commissioners of the Prisoner Review Board within 30 days of the start of their service and before they take part in any hearings. Establishes the requirements of that training. Establishes a Director of Victim and Witness Services under the jurisdiction of the Prisoner Review Board. Creates the Survivor Safety and Support Fund as a special fund in the State treasury. Provides that the Fund shall be used to support survivors who have been found to be a party of an ongoing criminal or civil case against a petitioner or parole candidate or are registered victims through the Prisoner Review Board or Department of Corrections. Provides that before the Board makes a decision on whether to revoke an offender's parole or mandatory supervised release, the Prisoner Review Board must run a LEADS report. Amends the State Finance Act and the Illinois Pension Code to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Kelly Cassidy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #SB0202 • Last Action 04/11/2025
NO MEETINGS ON ELECTION DAYS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Based on the provided information, here's a summary of the bill: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to prohibit local government units from holding or scheduling official meetings on election days. By preventing local government meetings during elections, the bill aims to ensure that government officials and citizens can fully focus on the electoral process without potential distractions or conflicts. The legislation limits home rule powers, which means it restricts the ability of local governments to set their own meeting schedules that might conflict with election days. While the specific details of implementation are not fully detailed in the provided text, the bill appears to be designed to protect the integrity and accessibility of the election process by ensuring local government meetings do not interfere with voting activities.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that a unit of local government may not hold or schedule an official meeting on the day of an election. Limits home rule powers. Defines terms.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Chapin Rose (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB1500 • Last Action 04/11/2025
DNR-PORE SPACE COMPENSATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Safety and Aid for the Environment in Carbon Capture and Sequestration Act to modify provisions related to integrating and compensating pore space owners for underground carbon dioxide sequestration projects. The bill changes how compensation is calculated for nonconsenting pore space owners, requiring that they receive compensation no less than the average total payment package provided to similarly situated consenting pore space owners, without excluding initial incentives or signing bonuses. The legislation allows a sequestration operator to petition the Department of Natural Resources to issue an order requiring pore space owners to integrate their interests if the operator has obtained rights from owners of at least 75% of the surface area above the proposed sequestration facility. The bill maintains detailed requirements for the petition, including identifying all pore space owners, demonstrating good faith efforts to negotiate, and providing a comprehensive plan for pore space use. It also mandates public notice and hearings, ensures that nonconsenting owners receive just compensation, and includes provisions for handling unknown or nonlocatable pore space owners. Additionally, the bill requires the sequestration operator to provide alternative water supplies if groundwater monitoring indicates drinking water has been compromised, emphasizing environmental and community protection in carbon sequestration projects.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Safety and Aid for the Environment in Carbon Capture and Sequestration Act. In provisions regarding integration and unitization of ownership interests and just compensation for nonconsenting pore space owners, provides that such compensation shall be no less than the average total payment package provided to similarly situated consenting pore space owners (rather than provided in agreements during the previous 365 days to similarly situated pore space owners). Removes provisions requiring the compensation to exclude incentives provided to consenting pore space owners prior to the initiation of injection. Removes provisions requiring the compensation to include any operations term or injection term payments made upon or after the initiation of injection provided to consenting pore space owners in consideration of allowing use of their pore space for sequestration of carbon dioxide.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Halpin (D)*, Graciela Guzmán (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB0052 • Last Action 04/11/2025
PRIVACY RIGHTS ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Privacy Rights Act, establishing comprehensive consumer privacy protections in Illinois. The bill aims to give consumers more control over their personal information by requiring businesses to provide transparency about data collection, allow consumers to access, delete, and correct their personal information, and opt out of the sale or sharing of their data. Key provisions include requiring businesses to disclose what personal information they collect, the purposes of collection, and the categories of third parties with whom they share data. Consumers can request deletion of their personal information, correct inaccurate information, and limit the use of sensitive personal information such as precise geolocation, racial origin, or health data. Businesses must provide clear opt-out mechanisms and are prohibited from selling the personal information of consumers under 16 without explicit consent. The bill establishes a new Privacy Protection Agency to enforce these requirements, with the power to investigate violations and impose administrative fines up to $7,500 for intentional violations or those involving minors' data. A Consumer Privacy Fund will be created to support the agency's work and promote consumer privacy education. The act applies to businesses that meet certain revenue or data collection thresholds and is intended to provide stronger privacy protections while balancing the needs of businesses and technological innovation.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Privacy Rights Act. Sets forth duties and obligations of businesses that collected consumers' personal information and sensitive personal information to keep such information private. Sets forth consumer rights in relation to the collected personal information and sensitive personal information, including the right to: delete personal information; correct inaccurate personal information; know what personal information is sold or shared and to whom; opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information; limit use and disclosure of sensitive personal information; and no retaliation for exercising any rights. Sets forth enforcement provisions. Creates the Consumer Privacy Fund. Allows the Attorney General to create rules to implement the Act. Establishes the Privacy Protection Agency. Includes provisions regarding remedies and fines for violations of the Act. Makes a conforming change in the State Finance Act.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Sue Rezin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB0155 • Last Action 04/11/2025
OPEN MEETING-TOWNSHIP TRAINING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to provide an additional training option for elected or appointed township public body members. Specifically, township officials can now satisfy their mandatory Open Meetings Act training requirements by participating in a course of training sponsored or conducted by an organization representing townships created under the Township Code. The training course must cover key topics including the legal background of open meetings, the Act's applicability to public bodies, procedural requirements for meetings (such as quorums, notice, and record-keeping), procedures for conducting open and closed meetings, and potential penalties for non-compliance. The organization providing the training must issue a certificate of course completion to each township member who successfully completes the course. This amendment is part of a broader set of provisions in the Open Meetings Act that allow various types of local government officials (such as school board members, park district directors, and municipal officials) to fulfill their training requirements through organization-specific courses, recognizing the unique contexts and needs of different types of local government bodies.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that an elected or appointed member of a public body of a township may satisfy specified training requirements of the Act by participating in a course of training sponsored or conducted by an organization that represents townships created under the Township Code. Specifies the contents of the course of training. Provides that if an organization that represents townships provides a course of training, it must provide a certificate of course completion to each elected or appointed member of a public body who successfully completes that course of training.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Patrick Joyce (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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KS bill #HB2007 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Senate Substitute for Substitute for HB 2007 by Committee on Ways and Means - Reconciling multiple amendments to certain statutes.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various technical amendments and corrections to multiple existing statutes across different areas of Kansas law. Specifically, the bill makes changes to laws related to license plates, professional licensing, healthcare providers, insurance regulations, election campaign finance, school accreditation, and administrative rules review. Key provisions include adjusting insurance tax rates for tax years 2025 and 2026, modifying language around resident agent resignations, updating definitions for healthcare providers and treatment facilities, changing reporting requirements for constitutional amendment campaign finance, and establishing guidelines for curriculum standard reviews in schools. The bill also contains several repeal provisions for previously amended statutes, ensuring that conflicting or outdated versions of laws are removed. Notably, some changes are set to take effect on specific future dates, such as January 1, 2026 or July 1, 2026, allowing for a phased implementation of the various statutory modifications.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT reconciling multiple amendments to certain statutes; amending K.S.A. 17-7929, as amended by section 4 of 2025 House Bill No. 2117, 25-4180, as amended by section 1 of 2025 House Bill No. 2106, 40-252, as amended by section 9 of 2025 House Bill No. 2050, and 40-3401, as amended by section 1 of 2025 House Bill No. 2039, and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 8-1,141, 39-923, 39-2009, 40-4302, as amended by section 24 of 2025 House Bill No. 2334, 45-229, as amended by section 1 of 2025 House Bill No. 2166, 59-2946, as amended by section 10 of 2025 House Bill No. 2249, 59-29b46, as amended by section 11 of 2025 House Bill No. 2249, 72-5170 and 77-440, as amended by section 2 of 2025 Senate Bill No. 77, and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 17-7929, as amended by section 33 of 2025 House Bill No. 2371, 25-4180, as amended by section 15 of 2025 House Bill No. 2206, 40-252, as amended by section 15 of 2025 House Bill No. 2334, and 40-3401, as amended by section 7 of 2025 House Bill No. 2249, and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 8- 1,141a, 21-5705a, 39-923b, 39-2009a, 40-4302, as amended by section 30 of 2025 House Bill No. 2050, 45-229, as amended by section 11 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 59-2946, as amended by section 157 of 2025 House Bill No. 2359, 59-29b46, as amended by section 151 of 2025 House Bill No. 2359, 59- 3077, as amended by section 14 of 2025 House Bill No. 2249, 72-5170a and 77-440, as amended by section 28 of 2025 House Bill No. 2206.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Troy Waymaster (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 10 • Actions: 97
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 24, 2025
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IL bill #HB3524 • Last Action 04/11/2025
OFFICER-WORN CAMERA EXCEPTIONS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act by adding a new provision that allows officer-worn body cameras to be turned off when an executive branch constitutional officer requests that the camera be turned off, specifically when that request is made to the officer's on-duty and assigned security detail. The bill modifies existing guidelines for body camera usage, which already include several circumstances where cameras can be turned off, such as when a crime victim or witness requests it, when interacting with a confidential informant, or when in certain facilities with existing camera systems. The new provision expands these exceptions to include requests from high-level government officials, potentially providing more privacy and discretion for executive branch constitutional officers during interactions with law enforcement. This change is part of the ongoing efforts to balance transparency in law enforcement with individual privacy concerns, particularly for government officials who may require additional security or confidentiality during certain interactions.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act. Provides that the written policy that must be adopted by each law enforcement agency that employs the use of officer-worn body cameras must require cameras to be turned off when, among other things, an executive branch constitutional officer requests that the camera be turned off and that request is made to the executive branch constitutional officer's on-duty and assigned security detail.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Justin Slaughter (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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KS bill #HB2228 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Senate Substitute for HB 2228 by Committee on Judiciary - Requiring that a political subdivision hold an open meeting to discuss a contingency fee contract for legal services before approving such contract and requiring the attorney general to approve such contracts.
Status: Vetoed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new requirements for political subdivisions (such as municipal corporations, boards, commissions, and authorities) when entering into contingent fee contracts for legal services. Under the bill, a political subdivision must first hold an open meeting where they publicly discuss and disclose specific details about the proposed legal services contract, including the reasons for pursuing the legal matter, the qualifications of the attorneys, why in-house attorneys cannot handle the work, and why a contingency fee structure is necessary. The governing body must also make written findings supporting the need for the contract and approve it in an open meeting. Additionally, the contract must be submitted to the attorney general for review and approval within 45 days. The attorney general can refuse to approve the contract if it involves legal issues already being addressed by the state, could lead to inconsistent legal outcomes, or does not comply with professional conduct rules. If a contract is entered into without following these requirements, the attorney general may intervene in any related legal proceedings and request dismissal. The bill defines what constitutes "legal services" and excludes certain types of legal work, such as bond counsel or debt collection services. These provisions will be in effect until July 1, 2029.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning contingent fee contracts for legal services; relating to contracts entered into for legal services by a political subdivision; requiring an open meeting before a political subdivision may approve such a contract; requiring the attorney general to approve such contract before such contract becomes effective.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 03/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: House No motion to reconsider vetoed bill; Veto sustained
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IL bill #SB1021 • Last Action 04/11/2025
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: I apologize, but the provided XML bill text does not contain enough substantive information to create a comprehensive summary. The government-provided summary indicates that this bill makes a technical change to Section 1.01 of the Open Meetings Act, specifically regarding its short title, but the actual text of the amendment is not provided in the XML fragment. Without seeing the specific language being added or removed, I cannot generate a detailed summary explaining the changes. The bill appears to be a minor, technical modification to the existing law's title section.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : John Curran (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB0171 • Last Action 04/11/2025
BUSINESS ENTERPRISE-VETERANS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act to include veterans as a protected category alongside existing groups. Here's a summary: This bill expands the existing Business Enterprise Program to explicitly include veteran-owned businesses and veterans as a protected group. The legislation modifies numerous existing state laws to add "veterans" to various provisions relating to business enterprise, procurement, and diversity goals. Specifically, the bill adds veterans to definitions, reporting requirements, and aspirational goals across multiple state agencies and programs. Key provisions include: - Defining "veteran" as someone who has served in the armed forces under specific conditions - Adding veterans to existing goals for state contracts, with aspirational targets of 30% for general contracts and 20% for construction contracts - Requiring agencies to report on veteran-owned business participation - Mandating outreach and inclusion efforts for veteran-owned businesses - Establishing reporting requirements to track veteran business participation - Updating definitions in multiple state laws to include veterans alongside minorities, women, and persons with disabilities The bill aims to create more economic opportunities for veterans by ensuring they have meaningful access to state procurement processes and business development programs. By adding veterans as a protected category, the legislation seeks to recognize and support veterans' economic participation across various state initiatives.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act. Modifies the provisions of the Act to apply to veterans and veteran-owned businesses. Modifies a Section concerning the short title. Changes the title of the Act to the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities Act, and makes conforming changes throughout various statutes referencing the title of the Act. Amends the Illinois Procurement Code. Removes a provision concerning procurement preferences for veterans and veteran-owned businesses. Applies administrative penalties for falsely certified businesses to minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and businesses owned by persons with a disability. Defines terms. Makes conforming changes in various statutes concerning minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and businesses owned by persons with a disability. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Craig Wilcox (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB3494 • Last Action 04/11/2025
HEALTH DATA PRIVACY ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive protections for individual health data privacy in Illinois, requiring regulated entities to be transparent about their data collection, use, and sharing practices. The bill mandates that companies must obtain explicit, informed consent from individuals before collecting, processing, or selling their health data, and provides individuals with rights to confirm what data is being collected, request deletion of their data, and withdraw consent at any time. Companies are prohibited from using discriminatory practices against individuals who choose not to provide consent, and they must create clear, plain-language privacy policies that detail exactly how health data will be used. The bill also restricts geofencing around health service providers, limits government access to health data, and provides individuals with a private right of action to sue for violations, with potential damages ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 per violation, depending on whether the breach was negligent or intentional. The Attorney General is empowered to enforce the law, and the bill includes numerous exceptions and protections to ensure it does not conflict with existing healthcare privacy laws like HIPAA.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Protect Health Data Privacy Act. Provides that a regulated entity shall disclose and maintain a health data privacy policy that clearly and conspicuously discloses specified information. Sets forth provisions concerning health data privacy policies. Provides that a regulated entity shall not collect, share, or store health data, except in specified circumstances. Provides that it is unlawful for any person to sell or offer to sell health data concerning an individual without first obtaining valid authorization from the individual. Provides that a valid authorization to sell individual health data must contain specified information; a copy of the signed valid authorization must be provided to the individual; and the seller and purchaser of health data must retain a copy of all valid authorizations for sale of health data for 6 years after the date of its signature or the date when it was last in effect, whichever is later. Sets forth provisions concerning the consent required for collection, sharing, and storage of health data. Provides that an individual has the right to withdraw consent from the processing of the individual's health data. Provides that it is unlawful for a regulated entity to engage in discriminatory practices against individuals solely because they have not provided consent to the processing of their health data or have exercised any other rights provided by the provisions or guaranteed by law. Sets forth provisions concerning an individual's right to confirm whether a regulated entity is collecting, selling, sharing, or storing any of the individual's health data; an individual's right to have the individual's health data that is collected by a regulated entity deleted; prohibitions regarding geofencing; and individual health data security. Provides that any person aggrieved by a violation of the provisions shall have a right of action in a State circuit court or as a supplemental claim in federal district court against an offending party. Provides that the Attorney General may enforce a violation of the provisions as an unlawful practice under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Defines terms. Makes a conforming change in the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Ann Williams (D)*, Anne Stava-Murray (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Camille Lilly (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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KS bill #HB2045 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Reducing certain license fees and training requirements for child care staff, creating a process for day care facility licensees to apply for temporary waiver of certain statutory requirements, authorizing the secretary of health and environment to develop and operate pilot programs to increase child care availability or capacity, transferring certain child care programs to the Kansas office of early childhood and creating day care licensing duties of the director of early childhood.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Kansas Office of Early Childhood, a new state agency designed to centralize and improve early childhood care services. The bill reduces certain license fees and training requirements for child care staff, creates a process for day care facilities to request temporary waivers from statutory requirements, and authorizes the creation of pilot programs to increase child care availability. Specifically, the bill lowers educational and staffing requirements for child care centers, allows facilities to request temporary exemptions from licensing rules, and establishes a new state office under a gubernatorially-appointed director to oversee various early childhood programs. The legislation transitions administration of child care licensing, parent education programs, and child care subsidies from multiple state agencies to the new Kansas Office of Early Childhood, with a phased implementation beginning July 1, 2025, and full transition completed by July 1, 2026. The bill aims to reduce administrative burdens, increase child care accessibility, and create a more streamlined approach to managing early childhood services in Kansas, while maintaining a focus on child health, safety, and welfare.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning child care; relating to licensure of day care facilities, child care homes and child care centers; reducing license fees and training requirements; creating a process for a temporary waiver of certain statutory requirements; authorizing the secretary of health and environment and the director of early childhood to develop and operate pilot programs to increase child care facility availability and capacity; establishing the Kansas office of early childhood and the director of early childhood; transferring administration of day care licensing, parent education programs and the child care subsidy program to the Kansas office of early childhood; creating the day care facilities and child care resource and referral agencies licensing fee fund and the day care criminal background and fingerprinting fund; defining youth development programs; amending K.S.A.38-1901, 38-2103, 65-501, 65-504, 65-505, 65-508, 65- 512, 65-527, 65-531, 72-4161, 72-4162, 72-4163, 72-4164 and 72-4166 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 48-3406, 65-503 and 65-516 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 24, 2025
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IL bill #SB1022 • Last Action 04/11/2025
GOVERNMENT-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical amendment to the Open Meetings Act, specifically modifying Section 1.01 (the short title section). However, the provided XML does not include the specific language changes, so I cannot provide details about the precise modifications. The bill appears to be a minor, procedural update to the existing law, likely addressing some technical or formatting aspect of the Act's language. Without more context or the full text of the section being changed, a more detailed summary is not possible.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : John Curran (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB0226 • Last Action 04/11/2025
FOIA-LIST OF PUBLIC DOCUMENTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to enhance public access to government records and databases. Specifically, the bill requires public bodies to expand their existing lists of public records by including detailed, plain-text descriptions of each type and category of information contained in every database field they maintain. Additionally, the bill mandates that public bodies provide comprehensive descriptions of their database structures that are clear enough to enable requesters to ask for specific database queries. This provision aims to make government information more transparent and accessible to citizens by removing technical barriers that might prevent individuals without specialized computer knowledge from understanding and requesting public records. The changes will help ensure that people can more easily navigate and request information from government databases, promoting greater openness and accountability in public record-keeping.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that a public body shall include in its list of records available under the Act the identification and a plain-text description of each of the types or categories of information of each field of each database of the public body. Provides that the public body shall provide a sufficient description of the structures of all databases under the control of the public body to allow a requester to request the public body to perform specific database queries.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Don DeWitte (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB1704 • Last Action 04/11/2025
RACING BD/GAMING BD EMPLOYEES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975 and the Illinois Gaming Act to remove restrictions on employment for members of the Illinois Racing Board and Illinois Gaming Board. Specifically, the bill eliminates language that previously prohibited board members and employees from being employed by or receiving compensation from entities that have done business with the respective boards or licensees within one year prior to their appointment or employment. This change effectively broadens the pool of potential board members and employees by removing the one-year employment restriction. The bill maintains other existing provisions about board member qualifications, such as requirements for good moral character, avoiding conflicts of interest, and restrictions on political activities. By removing the employment waiting period, the bill aims to potentially make board positions more accessible and allow for a wider range of professional backgrounds and expertise to be considered for these regulatory roles in the horse racing and gaming industries.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975. Removes language providing that no employee of the Illinois Racing Board, within a period of one year immediately preceding employment, shall have been employed or received compensation or fees for services from a person or entity, or its parent or affiliate, that has engaged in business with the Board, a licensee, or a licensee under the Illinois Gambling Act. Amends the Illinois Gambling Act. Removes language providing that no employee of the Illinois Gaming Board, within a period of one year immediately preceding employment, shall have been employed or received compensation or fees for services from a person or entity, or its parent or affiliate, that has engaged in business with the Board, a licensee, or a licensee under the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Cunningham (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB2064 • Last Action 04/11/2025
YOUTH SOCIAL MEDIA ENGAGEMENT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Youth Social Media Engagement Act to address the potential mental health risks of social media use among young people. The legislation creates a Commission on Youth Social Media Engagement, composed of representatives from various state departments, healthcare professionals, parents, and youth, tasked with developing a comprehensive resource bank of scholarly articles about the impacts of social media on youth mental and physical health. Starting January 1, 2027, social media platforms with over 100,000 active users in Illinois must implement either an informational function or a notification system for users under 18, which will alert them after one hour of daily use or during late-night hours. The notifications aim to help young users understand the potential effects of social media on brain development and mental health. The bill is based on research showing significant mental health concerns, including studies indicating that youth spending three or more hours daily on social media have double the risk of experiencing depression and anxiety. Violations of the bill's provisions will be considered unlawful practices under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act, allowing the Attorney General to enforce the regulations. The ultimate goal is to provide research-based education and interventions to help youth make informed decisions about responsible social media use.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Youth Social Media Engagement Act. Creates the Commission on Youth Social Media Engagement. Provides that the Commission shall develop a resource bank of existing evidence-based and research-based scholarly articles pertaining to the mental and physical health impacts of social media use by youth, Internet safety, and cybersecurity and make recommendations to the General Assembly. Sets forth provisions concerning membership; terms; compensation; and administrative support. Provides that, on and after January 1, 2027, a social media platform operating in the State shall establish a function to provide users who are under the age of 18 with information about the user's engagement with social media. Provides that a violation of specified provisions is an unlawful practice under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Karina Villa (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB2184 • Last Action 04/11/2025
USE AND RESEARCH-ENTHEOGENS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Compassionate Use and Research of Entheogens Act, which establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for the legal use of psilocybin in Illinois. The bill aims to develop a safe, accessible, and therapeutic approach to psilocybin services for adults 21 and older, focusing on harm reduction and mental health treatment. Key provisions include establishing an Illinois Psilocybin Advisory Board to guide policy, creating a licensing system for psilocybin product manufacturers, service centers, and facilitators, and implementing strict guidelines for psilocybin administration. The legislation requires multiple steps for psilocybin services, including a mandatory preparation session, a supervised administration session, a post-administration evaluation, and an integration session. Facilitators must be licensed and meet specific educational and training requirements. The bill emphasizes client safety, informed consent, and a trauma-informed approach, with a detailed "Client Bill of Rights" to protect individuals receiving psilocybin services. The bill removes psilocybin from Schedule I controlled substances and imposes a 15% tax on psilocybin products beginning in 2026. It also includes provisions for protecting client confidentiality, establishing safety standards, and creating funds to support the program's implementation and oversight. Notably, the bill explicitly excludes peyote from its provisions due to its cultural significance to Native American communities and its endangered status. The overall goal is to transition away from criminalization of psychedelic substances, prioritize mental health treatment, and create a regulated environment that promotes safe, controlled access to psilocybin for therapeutic purposes.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Compassionate Use and Research of Entheogens Act. Establishes the Illinois Psilocybin Advisory Board within the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation for the purpose of advising and making recommendations to the Department regarding the provision of psilocybin and psilocybin services. Provides that the Department shall begin receiving applications for the licensing of persons to manufacture or test psilocybin products, operate service centers, or facilitate psilocybin services. Contains licensure requirements and prohibitions. Provides that a licensee or licensee representative may manufacture, deliver, or possess a psilocybin product. Provides that a licensee or licensee representative may not sell or deliver a psilocybin product to a person under 21 years of age. Provides that a person may not sell, give, or otherwise make available a psilocybin product to a person who is visibly intoxicated. Creates the Psilocybin Control and Regulation Fund and the Illinois Psilocybin Fund and makes conforming changes in the State Finance Act. Requires the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, and the Department of Revenue to perform specified duties. Contains provisions concerning rulemaking, taxes, fees, zoning, labeling, and penalties. Provides that beginning January 1, 2026, a tax is imposed upon purchasers for the privilege of using psilocybin at a rate of 15% of the purchase price. Preempts home rule powers. Contains other provisions. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that a person shall not drive or be in actual physical control of any vehicle within the State while there is any amount of a drug, substance, or compound in the person's breath, blood, other bodily substance, or urine resulting from the unlawful use or consumption of psilocybin as defined in the Compassionate Use and Research of Entheogens Act. Amends the Illinois Controlled Substances Act. Removes psilocybin and psilocin from the list of Schedule I controlled substances. Amends the Illinois Independent Tax Tribunal Act of 2012. Provides that the Tax Tribunal shall have original jurisdiction over all determinations of the Department of Revenue reflected on specified notices issued under the Compassionate Use and Research of Entheogens Act. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to exempt specific records from disclosure. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 24 : Rachel Ventura (D)*, Willie Preston (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Mike Hastings (D), Craig Wilcox (R), Dave Koehler (D), Cristina Castro (D), Karina Villa (D), Mike Simmons (D), Omar Aquino (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Mark Walker (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Celina Villanueva (D), Christopher Belt (D), Kimberly Lightford (D), Robert Peters (D), Lakesia Collins (D), Ram Villivalam (D), Emil Jones (D), Laura Ellman (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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KS bill #HB2134 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Amending the Kansas open records act by limiting certain charges for furnishing records and employee time required to make records available and exempting certain records from disclosure and amending the Kansas open meetings act by providing for the membership calculation of subordinate groups and requiring public bodies or agencies that live stream meetings to ensure that the public is able to observe.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several Kansas laws to modify open records and open meetings regulations, with a focus on reducing barriers to public information access. The bill limits charges for public records by prohibiting fees for electronic copies and for determining whether a record exists, and requires public agencies to use the lowest-cost staff available when calculating employee time charges. It mandates that agencies provide itemized cost statements when charging for records and establishes procedures for managing high-cost record requests. The bill also expands transparency requirements for public meetings, such as ensuring that live-streamed meetings are fully accessible and clarifying rules about subcommittees and subordinate groups. Additionally, the bill changes the reporting deadline for county and district attorneys regarding open records and open meetings complaints from January to October, and adds new exemptions to public records disclosure, including records from formally closed investigations with no found violations and records containing obscene material. The changes aim to balance public access to information with practical considerations for government agencies, providing more clarity and consistency in how public records are managed and shared.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning open records and open meetings; relating to the open records act; limiting certain charges for furnishing records and employee time required to make records available; exempting records compiled in the process of formally closed investigations with no found violations and records that contain material that is obscene from disclosure; requiring county or district attorneys to file reports of violations of the open records act and open meetings act with the attorney general in October instead of January; relating to the open meetings act; determining the membership calculation of subordinate groups; requiring public bodies or agencies that live stream meetings to ensure that the public is able to observe; amending K.S.A. 45-219, 75-7d01, 75-753 and 75-4318 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 45-221 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 04/05/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: House Reengrossed on Monday, March 31, 2025
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IL bill #SB0050 • Last Action 04/11/2025
AGE-APPROPRIATE DESIGN CODE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Illinois Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, which creates comprehensive privacy protections for children under 18 years old when they interact with online services, products, and features. The legislation requires covered entities (businesses that meet certain revenue or data processing thresholds) to conduct thorough data protection impact assessments that evaluate potential risks to children, such as physical, financial, psychological, or emotional harm. Businesses must configure default privacy settings to high levels of protection, provide clear and age-appropriate privacy information, and offer tools for children or parents to exercise privacy rights. The bill prohibits practices like profiling children by default, collecting unnecessary personal data, processing location data without clear consent, and using manipulative design techniques (called "dark patterns") to exploit children. If a covered entity violates these requirements, they can be subject to civil penalties of up to $2,500 per child for negligent violations or $7,500 per child for intentional violations, with enforcement conducted exclusively by the Illinois Attorney General. The law will take effect on January 1, 2026, giving businesses time to adapt their online services to comply with the new child-focused privacy standards. Importantly, the bill explicitly aims to protect children's rights and freedoms while creating a framework for more responsible digital design.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Illinois Age-Appropriate Design Code Act. Provides that all covered entities that operate in the State and process children's data in any capacity shall do so in a manner consistent with the best interests of children. Provides that a covered entity subject to the Act shall take specified actions to protect children's privacy in connection with online services, products, or features, including completing a data protection impact assessment for an online service, product, or feature that is reasonably likely to be accessed by children; and maintain documentation of the data protection impact assessment. Contains provisions concerning additional requirements for covered entities; prohibited acts by covered entities; data practices; enforcement by the Attorney General; limitations of the Act; data protection impact assessment dates; and severability. Amends the State Finance Act to create the Age-Appropriate Design Code Enforcement Fund. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Sue Rezin (R)*, Mary Edly-Allen (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #SB1590 • Last Action 04/11/2025
FOIA-CONSUMER FRAUD EXEMPTION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to enhance the confidentiality of information obtained during consumer fraud investigations. Specifically, it adds a new provision that exempts information and documentary materials gathered by the Office of the Attorney General or a State's Attorney during investigations under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act from public disclosure under FOIA. The bill ensures that such materials, including transcripts, testimony, and written responses, cannot be examined by anyone other than authorized employees of the Attorney General's office or other law enforcement officials, without the consent of the person who originally produced the materials. This protection is designed to safeguard the integrity of consumer fraud investigations by preventing premature or unauthorized access to sensitive investigative documents, thus allowing law enforcement to conduct thorough and confidential inquiries into potential consumer fraud cases.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Exempts from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act information and documentary materials obtained by the Office of the Attorney general or a State's Attorney under certain provisions of the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Provides that certain materials are not available for examination, except by authorized employees of the Attorney General and authorized law enforcement, without the consent of the persons who produced the materials. Provides that certain materials obtained by the Attorney General from other law enforcement officials shall be treated as if produced pursuant to a subpoena for purposes of maintaining the confidentiality of such information.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Javier Cervantes (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB3286 • Last Action 04/11/2025
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE-RECORDS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends three different confidentiality acts to allow staff and members of the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, the Ad Hoc Statewide Domestic Violence Fatality Review Committee, and regional domestic violence fatality review teams to access and share confidential records for the purpose of conducting domestic violence fatality reviews. Specifically, the bill enables these individuals to receive, inspect, copy, and share HIV-related information and mental health records of individuals involved in domestic violence near-fatalities or fatalities, while ensuring that the disclosed information remains subject to the confidentiality requirements of the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Act. The changes are made to the Substance Use Disorder Act, the AIDS Confidentiality Act, and the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Confidentiality Act. By expanding access to these typically protected records, the bill aims to support comprehensive reviews of domestic violence incidents, potentially helping to prevent future fatalities by allowing a more thorough investigation and understanding of such cases. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Substance Use Disorder Act. Provides that disclosure of nonexempt records protected under the Act may be disclosed for research activities under the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Act. Amends the AIDS Confidentiality Act and the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Confidentiality Act. Provides that staff and any designee of the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, members of the Ad Hoc Statewide Domestic Violence Fatality Review Committee of the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Board, and the regional domestic violence fatality review teams are entitled to receive, inspect, copy, and share HIV-related information of any person subject to a domestic violence fatality review as part of and in accordance with the provisions of the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Act. Provides that the information disclosed is subject to the confidentiality requirements of the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Maurice West (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: House Floor Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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KS bill #SB299 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Requiring the supreme court nominating commission to release certain records under the Kansas open records act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the existing law regarding the Kansas Supreme Court Nominating Commission's transparency and record-keeping practices. Currently, the commission has some discretion in closing certain records, but this bill mandates that most of its records must now be publicly disclosed. Specifically, the bill requires that all commission records, including the names and cities of residence of people nominated to serve on or chair the commission, be open and subject to public disclosure. The only exceptions to this new transparency requirement are background check information and sensitive financial details about judicial office applicants or nominees, which may still be kept confidential. The bill effectively removes previous language that allowed the commission broad discretion in closing records and instead establishes a presumption of openness, aligning the commission more closely with open records principles. By requiring these records to be accessible under the Kansas Open Records Act, the bill aims to increase public transparency in the judicial nomination process.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning courts; relating to the supreme court nominating commission; requiring certain records of the commission to be released under the open records act; amending K.S.A. 20-123 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 04/10/2025
• Added: 04/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Senate Referred to Committee on Federal and State Affairs
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IL bill #SB2273 • Last Action 04/11/2025
HEALTH DATA PRIVACY ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive privacy protections for health data in Illinois, creating the Protect Health Data Privacy Act. The legislation requires regulated entities (businesses processing health data in Illinois) to disclose detailed health data privacy policies that clearly explain what data is collected, how it's used, and with whom it's shared. The bill mandates that businesses can only collect, process, or sell an individual's health data with explicit, informed consent, and provides individuals with several key rights, including the ability to confirm what health data is being collected about them, request deletion of their data, and withdraw consent at any time. The bill prohibits discriminatory practices against individuals who choose not to share their health data and restricts businesses from using geofencing technologies around healthcare facilities to track or collect data about individuals seeking health services. Importantly, the law allows individuals who believe their health data privacy rights have been violated to seek legal recourse, with potential damages ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 per violation, depending on whether the violation was negligent or intentional. The Attorney General is also empowered to enforce the act, treating violations as deceptive business practices. The bill applies to businesses operating in Illinois and aims to give residents greater control and transparency over their sensitive health information.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Protect Health Data Privacy Act. Provides that a regulated entity shall disclose and maintain a health data privacy policy that clearly and conspicuously discloses specified information. Sets forth provisions concerning health data privacy policies. Provides that a regulated entity shall not collect, share, or store health data, except in specified circumstances. Provides that it is unlawful for any person to sell or offer to sell health data concerning an individual without first obtaining valid authorization from the individual. Provides that a valid authorization to sell individual health data must contain specified information; a copy of the signed valid authorization must be provided to the individual; and the seller and purchaser of health data must retain a copy of all valid authorizations for sale of health data for 6 years after the date of its signature or the date when it was last in effect, whichever is later. Sets forth provisions concerning the consent required for collection, sharing, and storage of health data. Provides that an individual has the right to withdraw consent from the processing of the individual's health data. Provides that it is unlawful for a regulated entity to engage in discriminatory practices against individuals solely because they have not provided consent to the processing of their health data or have exercised any other rights provided by the provisions or guaranteed by law. Sets forth provisions concerning an individual's right to confirm whether a regulated entity is collecting, selling, sharing, or storing any of the individual's health data; an individual's right to have the individual's health data that is collected by a regulated entity deleted; prohibitions regarding geofencing; and individual health data security. Provides that any person aggrieved by a violation of the provisions shall have a right of action in a State circuit court or as a supplemental claim in federal district court against an offending party. Provides that the Attorney General may enforce a violation of the provisions as an unlawful practice under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Defines terms. Makes a conforming change in the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Celina Villanueva (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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IL bill #HB2292 • Last Action 04/11/2025
CRIMINAL LAW-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical amendment to Section 3-2-5 of the Unified Code of Corrections, which addresses the organizational structure of the Department of Corrections and the Department of Juvenile Justice. The amendment primarily focuses on a minor linguistic change in subsection (a), removing a redundant "and" in the description of the Department of Corrections' leadership. The bill maintains the existing provisions that establish the Department of Corrections, led by a Director and Assistant Director appointed by the Governor, and the Department of Juvenile Justice, led by a Director, which is responsible for individuals under 18 years of age sentenced to imprisonment. The bill also preserves the existing requirement that juvenile offenders be kept separate from adult offenders. Additionally, the bill reaffirms the requirement for a gang intelligence unit within the Department, which is tasked with gathering information about inmate gang populations, monitoring gang activities, and developing policies to deter gang-related actions within correctional institutions. The unit's information remains confidential and can be shared with other law enforcement agencies under specific guidelines.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the organization of the Department of Corrections and the Department of Juvenile Justice.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Tony McCombie (R)*, Nicole La Ha (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Third Reading Deadline Extended-Rule May 31, 2025
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IL bill #HB2293 • Last Action 04/11/2025
CRIMINAL LAW-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical amendment to the Unified Code of Corrections regarding the organizational structure of the Department of Corrections and the Department of Juvenile Justice. The bill removes a redundant "and" in the section describing the Department of Corrections' leadership, which will now simply state that the department is administered by a Director and an Assistant Director appointed by the Governor. The bill maintains the existing provisions that define the responsibilities of both departments, including the Department of Corrections' oversight of adult offenders and the Department of Juvenile Justice's management of offenders under 18 years old. The bill also preserves the existing requirement that juvenile offenders be kept separate from adult offenders. Additionally, the bill confirms the existing provision for a gang intelligence unit within the Department, which is designed to gather information about inmate gang populations, monitor gang activities, and develop policies to deter gang-related actions within correctional institutions. The unit's information remains confidential and can be shared with other law enforcement agencies under specific rules established by the Department.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the organization of the Department of Corrections and the Department of Juvenile Justice.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tony McCombie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Third Reading Deadline Extended-Rule May 31, 2025
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PA bill #SB627 • Last Action 04/11/2025
In actions, proceedings and other matters generally, providing for reporting of deaths; and imposing penalties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for reporting deaths of individuals in custody in Pennsylvania, creating a new chapter in the state's judicial procedures. The legislation requires that any responsible individual or entity (such as law enforcement, jails, prisons, or correctional facilities) must report deaths of individuals in custody to the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency on a monthly basis, including deaths that occur within three days of release from custody in a medical facility. The bill creates a Deaths in Custody Review Panel within the commission, composed of diverse members including health professionals, legal experts, corrections representatives, and social service providers, tasked with reviewing death cases, identifying trends, and proposing recommendations to prevent future deaths. Agencies that fail to report deaths will face penalties of up to $1,000 per day of non-reporting, and the bill mandates annual compliance reports to the General Assembly. The panel is granted broad authority to access medical records, court documents, and other relevant information while maintaining strict confidentiality of individual identities. Starting December 1, 2026, the commission must submit detailed compliance reports, and death certificates will include a section to indicate if a person died while in custody. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in tracking and understanding deaths that occur within the custody of law enforcement and correctional systems.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in actions, proceedings and other matters generally, providing for reporting of deaths; and imposing penalties.
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• Introduced: 04/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Amanda Cappelletti (D)*, Patty Kim (D), Judy Schwank (D), Nikil Saval (D), Sharif Street (D), Jay Costa (D), John Kane (D), Katie Muth (D), Lindsey Williams (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/12/2025
• Last Action: Referred to JUDICIARY
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IL bill #HB1929 • Last Action 04/11/2025
HUMAN RIGHTS-PRIOR CONVICTION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Human Rights Act to create a pathway for formerly convicted individuals to petition the Department of Human Rights for protected class status. To be eligible, a person must have completed their parole or probation, obtained a high school diploma or equivalency certificate (with exceptions for those with certain intellectual or developmental disabilities), be employed or pursuing education, have no new felony or misdemeanor convictions for at least 5 years, and have completed all legal sanctions. The Department of Human Rights will establish rules for determining intellectual or developmental disability qualifications and who can diagnose such conditions. If a person with protected class status is subsequently convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, their status can be revoked through a formal hearing process initiated by a petition that details the new offense. This legislation aims to support rehabilitation and reintegration of formerly convicted individuals by providing a mechanism for them to gain additional legal protections against discrimination, recognizing their efforts to rebuild their lives after serving their legal penalties.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Human Rights Act. Provides that it is a civil rights violation: (1) to inquire into a person's conviction record prior to making a conditional offer to sell, lease, or rent real property; (2) for an owner or any other person engaging in a real estate transaction, or for a real estate broker or salesman, because of conviction record, to (i) refuse to engage in a real estate transaction with a person or to discriminate in making available such a transaction, (ii) alter the terms, conditions, or privilege of a real estate transaction or in the furnishing of facilities or services in connection therewith, (iii) refuse to receive or to fail to transmit a bona fide offer to engage in a real estate transaction from a person, (iv) refuse to negotiate for a real estate transaction with a person, (v) represent to a person that real property is not available for inspection, sale, rental, or lease when in fact it is so available, or to fail to bring a property listing to his or her attention, or to refuse to permit him or her to inspect real property, (vi) make, print, circulate, post, mail, publish, or cause to be made, printed, circulated, posted, mailed, or published any notice, statement, advertisement, or sign, or use a form of application for a real estate transaction, or make a record or inquiry in connection with a prospective real estate transaction, that indicates any preference or limitation, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination, or (vii) offer, solicit, accept, use, or retain a listing of real property with knowledge that discrimination in a real estate transaction is intended; (3) use a conviction record as a basis to rescind a conditional offer to sell, lease, or rent real property, unless there is a substantial relationship between one or more of the previous criminal offenses and the offer made, the granting or continuation of the offer would involve an unreasonable risk to property or to the safety or welfare of specific individuals or the general public, or the use is otherwise authorized by law; and (4) for a third-party loan modification service provider, because of a conviction record to refuse to engage in loan modification services, alter the terms, conditions, or privileges of such services, or discriminate in making such services available. Provides that nothing shall prohibit: the owner of an owner-occupied residential building with 4 or fewer units from making decisions regarding whether to rent to a person based upon that person's conviction record; inquiry into or the use of a conviction record if the inquiry or use is otherwise authorized by State or federal law; and use of a criminal conviction that results in a current sex offender registration requirement or a current child sex offender residency restriction.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Camille Lilly (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3163 • Last Action 04/11/2025
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH-PRIVACY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Reproductive Health Act to provide enhanced privacy protections for healthcare professionals who provide abortion-related care. The bill allows healthcare professionals to submit a written request to governmental agencies, businesses, or associations to prevent the disclosure of their personal information, which includes home addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, social security numbers, and other identifying details. If such a request is received, the agency or entity must remove and refrain from publicly posting the healthcare professional's personal information within a specified timeframe (5 business days for governmental agencies, 72 hours for other entities). The bill makes it unlawful to solicit, sell, or trade a healthcare professional's personal information with the intent to pose a threat to their health and safety. Furthermore, it establishes legal recourse for healthcare professionals, allowing them to seek injunctive or declaratory relief if their personal information is improperly disclosed. Notably, the bill creates a Class 3 felony offense for knowingly posting a healthcare professional's personal information online if such posting poses an imminent and serious threat and results in bodily injury or death. The legislation aims to protect abortion providers from potential harassment or targeting by ensuring the confidentiality of their personal information.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Reproductive Health Act. Provides that a health care professional who provides abortion-related care may submit to any governmental agency, person, business, or association a written request that the governmental agency, person, business, or association refrain from disclosing any personal information about the health care professional. Provides that if a governmental agency receives a written request from a health care professional, the governmental agency shall not publicly post or display publicly available content that includes any personal information of the health care professional. Exempts the personal information of the health care professional from the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that if a person, business, or association receives a written request from a health care professional, the person, business, or association shall refrain from publicly posting or displaying on the Internet publicly available content that includes the personal information of a health care professional. Provides that no person, business, or association shall solicit, sell, or trade any personal information of the health care professional with the intent to post an imminent or serious threat to the health and safety of the health care professional or the health care professional's immediate family. Allows a health care professional to bring an action against a governmental agency, person, business, or association, seeking injunctive or declaratory relief if a written request is violated. Provides that it is a Class 3 felony for any person to knowingly and publicly post on the Internet the personal information of a health care professional or the health care professional's immediate family if the person knows that publicly posting the personal information poses an imminent and serious threat to the health and safety of the health care professional or health care professional's immediate family, and the violation is a proximate cause of bodily injury or death of the health care professional or health care professional's immediate family member. Makes a conforming change in the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Jaime Andrade (D)*, Natalie Manley (D), Harry Benton (D), Barbara Hernandez (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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WV bill #HB3412 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Relating to exemptions from disclosure of certain records; and exempting the legislative branch if it adopts its own rules.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the West Virginia public records law by making several changes to definitions and creating a new exemption for the legislative branch. Specifically, the bill revises existing definitions of terms like "custodian," "law-enforcement officer," "public body," "public record," and "writing" in the state code. The most significant new provision is the addition of a legislative exemption section that allows the Legislative branch to be exempt from public records disclosure requirements if it adopts its own rules governing the release of public records. This means that the legislature can create its own independent guidelines for transparency and record disclosure, potentially different from the standard state public records law. The bill maintains the broad definitions of public bodies and records while providing the legislative branch with more autonomy in managing its own records and potential disclosure practices.
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Bill Summary: A BILL to amend and reenact §29B-1-2 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, and to amend the code by adding a new section, designated §29B-1-8, relating to public records; providing exemptions from disclosure of certain records; and exempting the legislative branch if it adopts its own rules.
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• Introduced: 03/17/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Roger Hanshaw (R)*, David Kelly (R), Clay Riley (R), Marty Gearheart (R), Vernon Criss (R), Joe Ellington (R), Chris Phillips (R), Evan Worrell (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 04/01/2025
• Last Action: Senate requests House to concur
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AK bill #SB128 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Create Department Of Agriculture
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new Department of Agriculture in Alaska by transferring agricultural-related functions from the Department of Natural Resources. The bill comprehensively amends numerous existing statutes to replace references to the Department of Natural Resources with the new Department of Agriculture. Key provisions include defining the department's duties, which encompass promoting agricultural development, conducting agricultural research, controlling plant pests, providing information and assistance to farmers, managing agricultural land sales, and overseeing programs like industrial hemp and community seed libraries. The bill outlines the commissioner of agriculture's powers, which include conducting land surveys, providing technical guidance to settlers, developing soil conservation plans, and creating soil and water conservation districts. The transition provisions ensure that existing employees, ongoing legal proceedings, contracts, licenses, and regulatory instruments will seamlessly transfer to the new department. The new Department of Agriculture will be officially established on July 1, 2025, and will be responsible for administering state programs related to agriculture, soil conservation, and agricultural land development, with a focus on supporting and expanding Alaska's agricultural industry.
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Bill Summary: An Act establishing the Department of Agriculture; relating to the establishment of the Department of Agriculture; transferring functions of the Department of Natural Resources related to agriculture to the Department of Agriculture; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 34th Legislature
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate Resources Hearing (15:30:00 4/11/2025 Butrovich 205)
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DC bill #PR26-0156 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Open Meetings Clarification Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: April 1, 2025 To declare the existence of an emergency with respect to the need to amend the Open Meetings Act to clarify the definition of meeting, to provide for a public body’s ability to be briefed about potential terrorist or public health threats so long as no official action is taken, to exempt from the act meetings between the Council and the Mayor provided that no official action is taken at such meetings, and to provide that a meeting shall be deemed open to the public if the public body takes steps reasonably calculated to allow the public to view or hear the meeting while the meeting is taking place, or, if doing so is not technologically feasible, as soon thereafter as reasonably practicable.
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• Introduced: 03/28/2025
• Added: 03/29/2025
• Session: 26th Council
• Sponsors: 12 : Phil Mendelson (D)*, Christina Henderson (I)*, Brianne Nadeau (D)*, Matt Frumin (D)*, Zachary Parker (D)*, Wendell Felder (D)*, Kenyan McDuffie (I)*, Anita Bonds (D)*, Robert White (D)*, Janeese George (D)*, Charles Allen (D)*, Brooke Pinto (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/01/2025
• Last Action: Resolution R26-0091, Effective from Apr 01, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 004103
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DC bill #B26-0199 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Open Meetings Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2025
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the District of Columbia's Open Meetings Act to clarify several key provisions regarding public meetings. The bill redefines "meeting" to include any gathering of a quorum of public body members where public business is discussed, while explicitly excluding chance social gatherings and press conferences. For the DC Council specifically, a meeting is defined as a regular or additional legislative meeting where votes are taken. The bill allows public bodies to discuss potential terrorist or public health threats in closed sessions if disclosure could endanger the public, and provides more flexibility in meeting accessibility by allowing meetings to be considered open if reasonable steps are taken to allow public viewing or hearing, either during the meeting or as soon as technologically feasible afterward. Additionally, the bill creates a specific exemption for meetings between the DC Council and the Mayor, provided no official action is taken during such meetings. The legislation also modifies notice requirements for public meetings, making them less stringent by changing language from mandatory provision to "attempting" to provide notice. This emergency amendment is designed to provide more clarity and pragmatic approaches to open meeting regulations while maintaining principles of governmental transparency.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To amend, on an emergency basis, the Open Meetings Act to clarify the definition of meeting, to provide for a public body’s ability to be briefed about potential terrorist or public health threats so long as no official action is taken, to exempt from the act meetings between the Council and the Mayor provided that no official action is taken at such meetings, and to provide that a meeting shall be deemed open to the public if the public body takes steps reasonably calculated to allow the public to view or hear the meeting while the meeting is taking place, or, if doing so is not technologically feasible, as soon thereafter as reasonably practicable.
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• Introduced: 03/28/2025
• Added: 03/29/2025
• Session: 26th Council
• Sponsors: 12 : Phil Mendelson (D)*, Christina Henderson (I)*, Brianne Nadeau (D)*, Matt Frumin (D)*, Zachary Parker (D)*, Wendell Felder (D)*, Kenyan McDuffie (I)*, Anita Bonds (D)*, Robert White (D)*, Brooke Pinto (D)*, Janeese George (D)*, Charles Allen (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/01/2025
• Last Action: Act A26-0041 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 004070, Expires on Jul 06, 2025
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NE bill #LB504 • Last Action 04/11/2025
Adopt the Age-Appropriate Online Design Code Act
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Age-Appropriate Online Design Code Act, which aims to protect minors (defined as individuals under 18) on online services by establishing comprehensive digital safety standards. The legislation applies to online businesses with annual revenues over $25 million that handle significant amounts of personal data, requiring them to implement specific safeguards for users under 13 (children) and minors. Key provisions include mandating easy-to-use privacy tools that allow minors to limit communication, control personalized recommendation systems, restrict in-game purchases, and manage geolocation tracking. Online services must collect and use only the minimum necessary personal data, prohibit targeted advertising to minors, and establish default settings that provide the highest level of protection. The bill also requires services to offer parents tools to monitor and manage their children's online activities, such as viewing account settings, restricting purchases, and limiting usage times. Additional protections include banning advertisements for prohibited products like tobacco and alcohol, preventing the use of manipulative "dark patterns" that could impair a minor's decision-making, and establishing mechanisms for reporting potential harm. While the Act will become operative on January 1, 2026, violations can result in civil penalties up to $50,000, and each violation will be considered a deceptive trade practice.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to consumer protections; to adopt the Age- Appropriate Online Design Code Act; to provide an operative date; and to provide severability.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Carolyn Bosn (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Enrollment and Review ST16 recorded
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AR bill #SB320 • Last Action 04/10/2025
To Amend The Arkansas Juvenile Code Of 1989.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Juvenile Code by replacing the existing Arkansas Juvenile Code of 1989 (§ 9-27-301 et seq.) with a new Arkansas Juvenile Code (§ 9-35-101 et seq.). The primary change is a comprehensive reorganization and recodification of the existing juvenile law, with the substance of the law largely remaining the same. The bill reorganizes the existing juvenile code into three main subchapters: Family in Need of Services, Dependency and Dependency-Neglect, and a General Provisions section. Key aspects include maintaining the existing definitions, jurisdictional provisions, and procedural requirements for juvenile cases, while updating references and cross-references throughout Arkansas law to reflect the new statutory numbering. The bill does not substantively change the underlying legal framework for handling juvenile cases but provides a more organized and streamlined version of the existing juvenile code. The recodification aims to improve the clarity and organization of Arkansas's juvenile justice statutes without making significant policy changes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS JUVENILE CODE OF 1989; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 18 : Missy Irvin (R)*, Carol Dalby (R)*, Sonia Barker (R), Mary Bentley (R), Alyssa Brown (R), Karilyn Brown (R), Rebecca Burkes (R), Fran Cavenaugh (R), Cindy Crawford (R), Hope Duke (R), Dolly Henley (R), Robin Lundstrum (R), Julie Mayberry (R), Mindy McAlindon (R), Kendra Moore (R), DeAnn Vaught (R), Breanne Davis (R), Jane English (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB320 is now Act 518
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US bill #S1097 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Interagency Patent Coordination and Improvement Act of 2025
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an Interagency Task Force on Patents between the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to improve information sharing and coordination specifically related to patents for human drugs and biological products. The task force will facilitate routine communication and information exchange, including sharing details about application review processes, patent approvals, new technologies, and scientific developments. Key provisions include creating a formal mechanism for USPTO patent examiners to request and receive relevant information from the FDA, such as drug approval updates and product application details, while maintaining strict confidentiality protocols. The bill requires the USPTO Director to submit a report to Congressional judiciary committees within four years, detailing the frequency and usefulness of information sharing, and recommending potential improvements to the task force's operations. The task force's membership will include employees from both agencies with appropriate expertise, and they will develop a memorandum of understanding to guide their collaborative efforts. Importantly, the bill emphasizes that this coordination is meant to enhance patent examination processes without interfering with each agency's existing ministerial functions or changing patent litigation dynamics.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend title 35, United States Code, to establish an interagency task force between the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the Food and Drug Administration for purposes of sharing information and providing technical assistance with respect to patents, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 03/25/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 119th Congress
• Sponsors: 5 : Dick Durbin (D)*, Thom Tillis (R), Chuck Grassley (R), Chris Coons (D), Peter Welch (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 04/15/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 41.
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KS bill #HB2110 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Eliminating the requirement that the state 911 board shall contract with a local collection point administrator for services, rescheduling the date on which the state 911 operations fund, state 911 grant fund and state 911 fund shall be established, requiring certain transfers to be made to the state 911 operations fund and rescheduling the date for transferring all 911 fee moneys currently held outside the state treasury to the state treasury.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to Kansas's 911 emergency communication services system, primarily focusing on restructuring the administrative and financial management of 911 fees and funds. The bill eliminates the requirement for the state 911 board to contract with a local collection point administrator (LCPA), and instead transfers responsibility for collecting and managing 911 fees directly to the state 911 board. It reschedules the dates for establishing state 911 funds in the state treasury, moving key dates to January 1, 2026. The bill modifies how 911 fees are collected, distributed, and allocated across different state funds, including the state 911 operations fund, state 911 grant fund, and state 911 fund. Specifically, it mandates that $.23 of every 911 fee will be credited to the state 911 operations fund, $.01 to the state 911 grant fund, with the remaining amount going to the state 911 fund. If the state 911 operations fund exceeds 15% of total fees collected over three years, the excess will be transferred to the state 911 grant fund. The bill also provides provisions for auditing, reporting, and ensuring that 911 fees are used only for authorized purposes related to emergency communication services, such as equipment purchases, maintenance, training, and system improvements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning emergency communication services; relating to the Kansas 911 act; eliminating the requirement that the state 911 board shall contract with a local collection point administrator for services; rescheduling the date on which the state 911 operations fund, state 911 grant fund and state 911 fund shall be established in the state treasury; rescheduling the date on which all moneys collected pursuant to the Kansas 911 act are to be transferred to the state treasury; requiring certain transfers to be made to the state 911 operations fund; authorizing the state 911 board to transfer annually any unencumbered moneys of the state 911 operations fund to the state 911 grant fund; amending K.S.A. 12-5363, as amended by section 11 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5367, as amended by section 15 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5368, as amended by section 18 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5369, as amended by section 19 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5370, as amended by section 20 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5372, as amended by section 22 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5374, as amended by section 25 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, and 12- 5375, as amended by section 28 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 12-5377, 12-5387, 12-5388, 12-5389 and 12-5390 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Tuesday, April 1, 2025
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IL bill #HB1159 • Last Action 04/10/2025
INS-PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to regulate pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in Illinois by introducing several key provisions to increase transparency, protect consumers, and ensure fair practices in prescription drug pricing and distribution. The bill defines terms like "health benefit plan" and "covered individual" and prohibits PBMs from engaging in spread pricing, which is a pricing model where the PBM charges a health plan more for prescription drugs than it pays pharmacies. PBMs are also banned from steering patients to specific pharmacies and must remit 100% of rebates and fees to health benefit plan sponsors, consumers, or employers. The bill requires PBMs to reimburse pharmacies at least the national average drug acquisition cost plus a $10.49 professional dispensing fee and prevents them from unreasonably designating prescription drugs as specialty drugs to limit patient access. Additionally, the bill mandates that PBMs submit an annual report to the health benefit plan sponsor and the state, detailing various aspects of prescription drug coverage, such as drug lists, rebates, spending, and pharmacy compensation. Failure to submit these reports can result in daily fines up to $1,000. The bill is designed to increase transparency, reduce hidden costs, and protect consumers' access to affordable prescription medications.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Defines "health benefit plan" and other terms. Provides that a pharmacy benefit manager or an affiliate acting on the pharmacy benefit manager's behalf is prohibited from conducting spread pricing, from steering a covered individual, and from limiting a covered individual's access to prescription drugs from a pharmacy or pharmacist enrolled with the health benefit plan under the terms offered to all pharmacies in the plan coverage area by unreasonably designating the covered prescription drugs as a specialty drug. Provides that a pharmacy benefit manager or an affiliate acting on the pharmacy benefit manager's behalf must remit 100% of rebates and fees to the health benefit plan sponsor, consumer, or employer. Provides that a pharmacy benefit manager may not reimburse a pharmacy or pharmacist for a prescription drug or pharmacy service in an amount less than the national average drug acquisition cost for the prescription drug or pharmacy service at the time the drug is administered or dispensed, plus a professional dispensing fee. Provides that a contract between a pharmacy benefit manager and an insurer or health benefit plan sponsor must allow and provide for the pharmacy benefit manager's compliance with an audit at least once per calendar year of the rebate and fee records remitted from a pharmacy benefit manager or its contracted party to a health benefit plan. Provides that provisions concerning pharmacy benefit manager contracts apply to any health benefit plan (instead of any group or individual policy of accident and health insurance or managed care plan) that provides coverage for prescription drugs and that is amended, delivered, issued, or renewed on or after July 1, 2020. Requires a pharmacy benefit manager to submit an annual report that includes specified information concerning prescription drugs. Makes other changes. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to make a conforming change. Effective July 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Thaddeus Jones (D)*, Janet Yang Rohr (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Janet Yang Rohr
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AL bill #HB560 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Public school libraries; collection development and acquisition policies provided for, local school advisory councils created, mechanism for written challenge of library materials provided, rights of parents provided for, State Board of Education authorized to adopt rules
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for public school libraries in Alabama, focusing on library material selection, community oversight, and parental rights. The legislation requires each local school board to create a Local School Library Advisory Council by October 1, 2026, composed primarily of parents, which will help guide library material acquisition, recommend removal of materials deemed harmful or inconsistent with local community values, and provide input on library policies. Parents will be granted significant access rights, including the ability to view library catalogs, track their child's library material usage, and submit lists of materials their children cannot access. The bill introduces a formal process for challenging library materials, where parents, school employees, or district residents can submit written challenges to the local board of education, which must then review the material with input from the advisory council. Materials deemed "harmful to minors" will be prohibited, and during the challenge process, challenged materials will be temporarily unavailable to students. The State Board of Education is authorized to create rules for implementing these provisions and develop standardized forms for material challenges. The bill becomes effective on October 1, 2025, and aims to ensure that school libraries reflect local community standards while providing parents with more transparency and control over their children's library access.
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Bill Summary: Public school libraries; collection development and acquisition policies provided for, local school advisory councils created, mechanism for written challenge of library materials provided, rights of parents provided for, State Board of Education authorized to adopt rules
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• Introduced: 04/10/2025
• Added: 04/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Donna Givens (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Pending House Education Policy
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KS bill #SB54 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Substitute for SB 54 by Committee on Judiciary - Limiting discovery and disclosure of third-party litigation funding agreements and requiring reporting of such agreements to courts.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Kansas civil procedure law by introducing new requirements for third-party litigation funding agreements, which are financial arrangements where a non-party agrees to fund a lawsuit in exchange for a portion of the potential recovery. The bill requires parties involved in a legal action to disclose details of such funding agreements to the court within 30 days of commencing the lawsuit or executing the agreement. The mandatory disclosure includes identifying all parties to the agreement, describing any control or approval rights granted to the funder, revealing potential conflicts of interest, explaining the financial structure of the agreement, and disclosing whether any funding comes from a "foreign country of concern" (such as designated foreign adversaries or terrorist organizations). The bill limits discovery of these agreements, specifying that the funding agreement details cannot be used as evidence at trial and provides protections for nonprofit organizations. Additionally, the bill defines key terms like "foreign person" and "third-party litigation funding agreement" and includes a severability clause to ensure that if any part of the provision is found unconstitutional, the remaining portions can still be enforced. The primary goal appears to be increasing transparency around litigation funding while preventing potential misuse of such agreements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the code of civil procedure; relating to litigation funding by third parties; limiting discovery and disclosure of third-party litigation funding agreements; requiring reporting of such agreements to the court; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 60-226 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Senate Approved by Governor on Monday, April 7, 2025
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MA bill #H3934 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Establishing the town of Plymouth Land Bank
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Town of Plymouth Land Bank, a public entity designed to acquire, manage, and develop land for various community purposes. The Land Bank will be administered by a nine-member Commission appointed by different town bodies, including the Select Board, Town Meeting, Planning Board, Affordable Housing Trust, Open Space Committee, and Land Use and Acquisition Committee. The Land Bank is authorized to acquire real property interests for five primary land use categories: natural and open space, active recreation, municipal use, and affordable housing. To fund its operations, the bill imposes a 2% transaction fee on real estate transfers within the town, with certain exemptions for first-time homebuyers, transfers to government entities, family gifts, and affordable housing developments. The Land Bank will have broad powers to purchase, improve, and dispose of land, issue bonds, and manage its properties consistent with the town's existing master, open space, and housing plans. Commissioners will serve three-year terms without compensation and must follow strict ethical guidelines. The bill requires annual reporting to state and local authorities and includes provisions for financial management, penalty enforcement for unpaid transaction fees, and a liberal interpretation of the act's intent to support the welfare of Plymouth and its residents.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish a Plymouth land bank in the town of Plymouth. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
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• Introduced: 03/20/2025
• Added: 03/21/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Michelle Badger (D)*, Kathy LaNatra (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MS bill #SB2181 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Public Records Act; exempt school district test security plans for administration of Statewide Student Assessment Program.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Mississippi Code to add a new exemption to the Mississippi Public Records Act of 1983, specifically protecting school district test security plans related to the Statewide Student Assessment Program from public disclosure. The bill adds a seventh subsection to Section 37-11-51, which already contains several existing exemptions to public records requirements, such as test questions and answers, letters of recommendation, academic research documents, and school safety plan documents. By creating this new exemption, the bill aims to prevent potential compromise of test security by keeping the detailed plans for administering statewide student assessments confidential. The new provision will go into effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools and administrative bodies time to prepare for the change. This exemption is consistent with other existing protections in the law designed to safeguard sensitive educational information and maintain the integrity of academic testing processes.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 37-11-51, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That School District Test Security Plans For The Administration Of The Statewide Student Assessment Program Shall Be Exempt From The Mississippi Public Records Act Of 1983; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dennis DeBar (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor
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IL bill #HB1829 • Last Action 04/10/2025
PROP TX-INCOME PROPERTY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Property Tax Code to establish new requirements for income-producing property owners regarding property descriptions and information disclosure. Specifically, in counties where the county board adopts an ordinance, owners of income-producing properties (defined as non-owner-occupied properties intended to generate income) will be required to file detailed physical descriptions of their properties with the chief county assessment officer when requested. The physical description must include specific details depending on the property type, such as land size, construction details, number of units, amenities, and other relevant characteristics. The bill defines income-producing properties with several exemptions, including properties valued under $500,000, residential properties with fewer than 7 units, and certain types of institutional properties. Property owners will receive a notice specifying existing information and have 90 days to respond or confirm the details. Failure to respond may result in a penalty of up to 0.025% of the property's prior year market value, not exceeding $1,000 per property. The bill also modifies the Freedom of Information Act to exempt financial records and data related to real estate income, expenses, and occupancy submitted to county assessment officers from public disclosure, except when submitted as part of an assessment appeal. The provisions will be implemented gradually, with different timelines for counties based on their population size, and the requirements are set to be adopted no later than December 31, 2029.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, in counties in which the county board so provides, by ordinance or resolution, owners of income-producing properties in the county shall file physical descriptions of their properties with the chief county assessment officer upon request of the chief county assessment officer. Sets forth the period of time during which those provisions apply. Provides that the request for information shall include an individualized statement specifying all physical description information that the assessor's office has on record or recorded against the property and shall contain a statement that the owner may confirm the information if no changes are required. Imposes certain penalties if the property owner fails to respond to a request for information. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to provide that financial records and data related to real estate income, expenses, and occupancy submitted by or on behalf of a property owner to a chief county assessment officer, except if submitted as part of an assessment appeal, are exempt from disclosure. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 16 : Justin Slaughter (D)*, Edgar González (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Yolonda Morris (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Omar Williams (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Lisa Davis (D), Thaddeus Jones (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Thaddeus Jones
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KS bill #SB42 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Providing for the establishment of a web-based online insurance verification system for the verification of evidence of motor vehicle liability insurance, eliminating the requirement that the commissioner of insurance submit certain reports to the governor and requiring certain reports be available on the insurance department's website, removing certain entities from the definition of person for the purpose of enforcing insurance law, requiring that third party administrators maintain separate f
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a web-based online insurance verification system for motor vehicle liability insurance in Kansas, with several key provisions. The system will allow authorized personnel from various state agencies to verify insurance coverage electronically, using multiple data elements like vehicle identification numbers and policy numbers. Insurers will be required to cooperate in establishing and maintaining the system, with some exceptions for smaller insurers and commercial vehicle coverage. The bill standardizes several insurance-related regulations, including requiring third-party administrators to maintain separate fiduciary accounts for individual payors, mandating that administrators disclose any bankruptcy filings, and eliminating certain reporting requirements for the insurance commissioner. The system must be fully operational by July 1, 2026, after a nine-month testing period, and importantly, the verification system cannot be the primary cause for law enforcement to stop a vehicle. The bill also removes certain entities from the definition of "person" for insurance law enforcement purposes and standardizes surety bond requirements at $100,000. Additionally, the bill requires more transparency in insurance practices, such as mandating that the insurance commissioner publish annual reports on the department's website instead of submitting them directly to the governor.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning insurance; relating to the regulation and oversight thereof; providing for the establishment of a web-based online insurance verification system for the verification of evidence of motor vehicle liability insurance; eliminating the requirement that the commissioner of insurance submit certain reports to the governor; requiring that certain reports be available on the insurance department's website; removing certain entities from the definition of person for the purpose of enforcing insurance law; requiring that third-party administrators maintain separate fiduciary accounts for individual payors and prohibiting the commingling of the funds held on behalf of multiple payors; requiring the disclosure to the commissioner of insurance of any bankruptcy petition filed by or on behalf of such administrator pursuant to the United States bankruptcy code; requiring title agents to make their reports available for inspection upon request of the commissioner of insurance instead of submitting such reports annually; standardizing the amount of surety bonds filed with the commissioner of insurance at $100,000; eliminating the small business exemption in certain counties; amending K.S.A. 8-173, 40-108, 40-1139, 40-2253, 40-3807 and 40-3809 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 40-2,125, 40-1137 and 40-2404 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Senate Approved by Governor on Tuesday, April 8, 2025
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KS bill #HB2291 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Creating the regulatory relief division within the office of the attorney general and establishing the general regulatory sandbox program to waive or suspend rules and regulations for program participants.
Status: Veto Overridden
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new Regulatory Relief Division within the Kansas Attorney General's office to establish a General Regulatory Sandbox Program, which allows businesses to temporarily test innovative offerings by obtaining limited waivers or suspensions of certain state rules and regulations. The program enables businesses to demonstrate new products or services in a controlled environment with consumer protections, providing a pathway for companies to test potentially groundbreaking ideas that might otherwise be restricted by existing regulations. Participating businesses must apply through a detailed process that involves consultation with relevant state agencies and an advisory committee, and must disclose potential risks to consumers. Each sandbox participant can operate under modified regulatory requirements for up to 24 months, with the possibility of a 12-month extension, while being required to maintain rigorous reporting standards and consumer safeguards. The bill aims to foster innovation by giving businesses a structured opportunity to introduce novel offerings without fully committing to long-term regulatory compliance, while still protecting public health, safety, and financial well-being. The Regulatory Relief Division will be responsible for administering the program, reviewing applications, consulting with agencies, and providing recommendations about potential regulatory reforms based on the sandbox participants' experiences.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT creating the regulatory relief division within the office of the attorney general; establishing the general regulatory sandbox program to waive or suspend administrative rules and regulations for program participants; amending K.S.A. 75- 4319 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: Senate Motion to override veto prevailed; Yea: 30 Nay: 10
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CA bill #SB27 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Court Program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Court Program by allowing courts more flexibility in conducting initial hearings for individuals with severe mental illness, specifically those diagnosed with schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders. Under the existing law, when a petition is filed to help someone who may qualify for the CARE process, the court must first determine if there is a "prima facie showing" that the individual meets the program's criteria. The bill now permits the court to conduct the initial appearance simultaneously with this prima facie determination, provided certain requirements are met. This change is designed to streamline the legal process and potentially expedite access to behavioral health services. The bill is being introduced as an urgency statute, meaning it will take effect immediately, with the goal of improving the CARE Act's implementation, which originally went into effect in October 2023. The modification aims to help courts more efficiently manage cases involving individuals experiencing severe mental health challenges, potentially reducing delays in connecting people with necessary treatment, housing, and support services.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 5977 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to courts, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
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• Introduced: 12/02/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Umberg (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 12/02/2024
• Last Action: Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
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OK bill #HB1860 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Confidential records; requiring certain victim photographs submitted to the Pardon and Parole Board be kept confidential; clemency; Open Records Act; clemency hearing packets; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new protections for victims and their families by requiring confidentiality of crime scene and autopsy photographs during clemency hearings before the Pardon and Parole Board. Specifically, the legislation mandates that parties submit two separate clemency hearing packets: one for public view that excludes sensitive photographs, and another for the Board and Governor that includes all materials, including autopsy and crime scene images depicting victims. The bill amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act to add crime scene and autopsy photographs submitted to the Pardon and Parole Board to the list of confidential records that are not accessible to the public. The Pardon and Parole Board is given the authority to seal any materials in the public packet that might infringe on a victim's privacy, as determined by a majority vote of the Board members. The Governor will receive the complete packet with all photographs, while the public packet will be redacted to protect victims' dignity. This legislation aims to balance the public's right to information with the need to protect victims and their families from potentially traumatizing visual evidence during clemency proceedings. The new law is set to take effect on November 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to prepare for implementation.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to confidential records; prescribing right of victims to confidentiality of certain crime scene and autopsy photographs; prohibiting public access to certain photographs submitted to the Pardon and Parole Board; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 24A.5, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 116, O.S.L. 2024 (51 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 24A.5), which relates to the Open Records Act; adding certain victim photographs to list of confidential records; prohibiting certain victim photographs submitted to the Board from being presented to the public; requiring parties to submit two separate clemency hearing packets to the Board; clarifying contents for each packet; allowing Board to seal certain records; clarifying which packet the Governor will receive; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Eric Roberts (R)*, Todd Gollihare (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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NM bill #SB36 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Sensitive Personal Information Nondisclosure
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Nondisclosure of Sensitive Personal Information Act, which restricts state agency employees from disclosing sensitive personal information they acquire through their work. The bill defines sensitive personal information as an individual's status as a public assistance recipient or crime victim, personal characteristics like sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, immigration status, national origin, religion, and social security numbers. State employees can only disclose such information under specific exceptions, including when necessary for agency functions, complying with court orders, fulfilling public records requirements, performing contractual obligations, or with the individual's written consent. The bill provides enforcement mechanisms, allowing the attorney general, district attorneys, and state ethics commission to pursue civil actions against violations, with potential penalties of $250 per violation, not exceeding $5,000. Additionally, the bill amends the Motor Vehicle Code to further protect personal information, particularly regarding immigration enforcement, and specifies that the provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025. The legislation aims to protect individuals' privacy by limiting the unauthorized sharing of sensitive personal details by state employees.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO GOVERNMENTAL CONDUCT; PROHIBITING DISCLOSURE OF SENSITIVE PERSONAL INFORMATION BY STATE AGENCY EMPLOYEES; PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; AMENDING THE MOTOR VEHICLE CODE; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Pamelya Herndon (D)*, Cristina Parajón (D)*, Antoinette Sedillo Lopez (D)*, Liz Stefanics (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 138 - Apr. 10
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KS bill #HB2304 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Requiring local governments to report certain local economic development incentive program information to the secretary of commerce, defining such programs, requiring the secretary of commerce to post such information on the economic development incentive program database maintained by the secretary and requiring certain search result presentation and report formats.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires local governments to report detailed information about their economic development incentive programs to the Kansas Secretary of Commerce, creating a comprehensive public database with transparency requirements. The bill expands the definition of "economic development incentive programs" to include various local initiatives like community improvement districts, tax increment financing, business improvement districts, and other economic development tools that provide more than $50,000 in annual incentives. Local governments will be required to provide specific information about these programs, including recipient details, incentive amounts, qualification criteria, and program goals, which will be stored in a searchable online database accessible to the public. Starting July 1, 2025, providing this information will be a condition for local governments to offer economic development incentives, and recipients will be required to agree to share their information. The Secretary of Commerce must update the database annually, create comprehensive and summary reports, and ensure the website allows users to search and filter information by program, county, recipient, and year. The bill also includes provisions for protecting certain confidential information and allows the Secretary to charge a small administrative fee to maintain the database.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning economic development; relating to government transparency; requiring local governments to report certain local economic development incentive program information to the secretary of commerce; defining such programs; requiring the secretary of commerce to post such information on the economic development incentive program database maintained by the secretary; requiring certain search result presentation formats, a comprehensive report and a summary report; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 74-50,226 and 74-50,227 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 03/27/2025
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Tuesday, April 1, 2025
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MN bill #SF2162 • Last Action 04/10/2025
State-aid engineering and design standards variances modification
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies state transportation design standards to give local authorities more flexibility in road design. Specifically, the bill allows political subdivisions (counties and cities) to adopt alternative roadway design standards from recognized sources like the Department of Transportation Facility Design Guide, AASHTO, NACTO, and other federally recognized design guides without requiring a traditional variance process. The bill establishes an advisory committee on design variances that will review and make recommendations on variance requests, and requires the commissioner of transportation to notify legislative committees if a variance is denied. Local authorities adopting alternative design standards must do so by resolution and will be responsible for ensuring the design meets safety and engineering requirements. The bill also requires the commissioner to forgo review of geometric designs in most cases, with exceptions for vertical clearances and specific safety considerations. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aim to provide more local control over road design while maintaining safety standards and providing a transparent review process for design variations.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to transportation; modifying state-aid engineering and design standards variances; authorizing local road authorities to adopt design elements without state-aid engineering and design variances; modifying state-aid variance procedures; establishing advisory committee on design variances; requiring legislative notification for denied variances; requiring a report; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 162.02, subdivision 3a, by adding subdivisions; 162.09, subdivision 3a, by adding subdivisions; 162.155; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 162; repealing Minnesota Rules, parts 8820.3300, subparts 1, 1a, 3, 4; 8820.3400.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 5 : Scott Dibble (D)*, Melissa Wiklund (D), Ann Johnson Stewart (D), Carla Nelson (R), Jen McEwen (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/17/2025
• Last Action: Pursuant to Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 4, referred to Rules and Administration
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KS bill #HB2334 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Enacting the Kansas protected cell captive insurance company act, providing for the redomestication of a foreign or alien captive insurance company and updating certain terms, requirements and conditions of the captive insurance act, reducing insurance company premium tax rates, creating parity between the insurance agent and public adjuster licensing requirements, authorizing insurers to file certain travel insurance policies under the accident and health line of insurance and authorizing the c
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Kansas protected cell captive insurance company act, introducing a comprehensive framework for creating and operating protected cell captive insurance companies. The legislation allows one or more sponsors to form a protected cell captive insurance company, which can be structured as a stock insurer, mutual corporation, nonprofit corporation, or limited liability company. Key provisions include establishing distinct rules for creating and managing protected cells, which are separate accounts within the insurance company where assets and liabilities can be segregated and insulated from the company's general account. The bill provides detailed definitions and requirements for participants, participant contracts, and the financial management of these protected cells, including how assets and liabilities can be attributed and managed. Additionally, the bill makes several technical amendments to existing insurance laws, including reducing premium tax rates for insurance companies, updating licensing requirements for insurance agents and public adjusters, and authorizing insurers to file certain travel insurance policies under different insurance lines. The legislation aims to provide more flexibility and regulatory clarity for captive insurance companies operating in Kansas, while maintaining consumer protections and financial oversight.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning insurance; relating to captive insurance companies; providing for incorporated cell captive insurance companies and protected cell captive insurance companies; enacting the Kansas protected cell captive insurance company act; providing for the redomestication of a foreign or alien captive insurance company; providing for a provisional certificate of authority; expanding the types of insurance that a captive insurance company may provide; extending the period of time in between financial examinations conducted by the commissioner; exempting a redomesticated foreign or alien captive insurance company from paying premium tax for one year; reducing insurance company premium tax rates; discontinuing remittance and crediting of a portion of the premium tax to the insurance department service regulation fund; updating the licensing requirements for insurance agents and public adjusters relating to the suspension, revocation, denial of licensure and license renewal; authorizing insurers to file certain travel insurance policies under the accident and health line of insurance; authorizing the commissioner of insurance to select and announce the version of certain instructions, calculations and documents in effect for the upcoming calendar year and cause such announcement to be published in the Kansas register; allowing certain life insurers to follow health financial reports; adopting certain provisions from the national association of insurance commissioners holding company system regulatory act relating to group capital calculations and liquidity stress testing; exempting certain entities from state regulations as health benefit plans; amending K.S.A. 40-112, 40-202, 40-252, 40-2d01, 40-3302, 40-3305, 40-3306, 40-3307, 40-3308, 40-4304, 40-4312, 40-4314, 40-4602 and 40-5510 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 40-2,239, 40-2c01, 40-4302, 40-4308 and 40-4909 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Tuesday, April 8, 2025
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AL bill #SB104 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Composition of Alabama Job Creation and Military Stability Commission
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the composition and operation of the Alabama Job Creation and Military Stability Commission by adding two new members: the chairs of the House Military and Veterans Affairs Committee and the Senate Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Safety Committee. The commission, which is designed to study and support military resources in Alabama, will now include these additional legislative committee chairs alongside existing members such as the Lieutenant Governor (who serves as chair), the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, the Speaker of the House, and various state agency heads. The bill maintains the commission's existing four-year term structure, meeting requirements, and primary objectives of evaluating Department of Defense resources, their economic impact, and strategies for military stability in Alabama. The commission will continue to be required to produce an annual report to the Legislature and can accept gifts and donations to support its work. The bill specifies that the changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, and emphasizes that the commission should maintain diverse representation reflective of the state's racial, gender, geographic, and economic composition when making appointments.
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Bill Summary: Composition of Alabama Job Creation and Military Stability Commission
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Rob Stewart (D)*, Andrew Jones (R), Billy Beasley (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 04/02/2025
• Last Action: Enacted
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KS bill #HB2166 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Continuing in existence certain exceptions to the disclosure of public records under the open records act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill continues in existence certain exceptions to the disclosure of public records under the Kansas Open Records Act. The bill amends existing law to extend the review and continuation of various statutory exceptions to public records disclosure. Specifically, it adds new subsections to K.S.A. 45-229 that continue exceptions for statutes reviewed during the 2024 and 2025 legislative sessions, including provisions related to specific state agencies and types of records. The bill removes expiration language from previous provisions about COVID-19 information sharing and confidential medical licensing information, effectively making these exceptions permanent. The legislation reflects Kansas's approach to periodically reviewing and reauthorizing exemptions to public records disclosure, ensuring that such exceptions serve a clear public purpose and are not overly broad. The bill continues the state's commitment to balancing government transparency with the need to protect sensitive personal, governmental, and confidential information by carefully reviewing and maintaining specific disclosure exceptions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the open records act; relating to public records; continuing in existence certain exceptions to the disclosure thereof; amending K.S.A. 65-7616 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 45-229 and 48-962 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 45-229d.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/21/2025
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Wednesday, March 26, 2025
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KS bill #HB2152 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Substitute for HB 2152 by Committee on Financial Institutions and Pensions - Mandating financial institutions to secure governmental unit deposits in excess of the amount insured or guaranteed by the FDIC by utilizing a public moneys pooled method of securities, prohibiting investment advisers that execute bids for the investment of public moneys from managing moneys directly from such bid, allowing governmental unit deposits to be invested at a rate agreed upon by the governmental unit and the
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to how governmental units in Kansas handle public money deposits and investments. It mandates that financial institutions secure governmental unit deposits exceeding FDIC insurance limits through a "public moneys pooled method" involving investment company shares with specific security requirements. The bill prohibits investment advisers who execute public money investment bids from directly managing those funds, preventing potential conflicts of interest. It establishes new reporting requirements for financial institutions, including monthly statements detailing deposit amounts and security values, and empowers the state treasurer to oversee and regulate these processes. The legislation allows governmental units to negotiate deposit interest rates directly with financial institutions and creates a mechanism for the state treasurer to investigate and potentially penalize institutions or governmental units that do not comply with the new rules. The bill includes provisions for handling potential bank defaults, ensuring that governmental units can recover their deposited funds even if a financial institution experiences financial difficulties. Importantly, these new regulations will take effect on January 1, 2026, giving financial institutions and governmental units time to prepare for and implement the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning public moneys; relating to the deposit and investment thereof; mandating banks, savings and loan associations and savings banks to secure governmental unit deposits in excess of the amount insured or guaranteed by the federal deposit insurance corporation by utilizing the public moneys pooled method; directing the state treasurer to establish procedures therefor; requiring financial institutions to make certain reports upon the request of a governmental unit; prohibiting investment advisers that execute bids for the investment of public moneys from engaging in a principal transaction with a governmental unit directly related to such public moneys; allowing governmental unit deposits to be invested in a financial institution at a rate agreed upon by the governmental unit and the financial institution; requiring certification from governmental units that deposits in the municipal investment pool fund were first offered to a bank, savings and loan association or savings bank in the preceding year; allowing eligible financial institutions to file a complaint with the state treasurer upon the failure of a governmental unit to comply with certain requirements; establishing the investment rate for the pooled money investment board bank certificate of deposit program; amending K.S.A. 9-1402, 12-1675, 12-1677a and 12-1677b and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 75-4237 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 03/27/2025
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 3, 2025
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IL bill #HB2536 • Last Action 04/10/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, primarily focusing on counties with 3,000,000 or more inhabitants. The bill allows the Chief County Assessment Officer to request full social security numbers or individual taxpayer identification numbers for all household members applying for the exemption. Additionally, the bill permits the Chief County Assessment Officer to renew the exemption without requiring a new application each year, provided they can confirm that the applicant still owns and resides in the property and that the household income continues to qualify. If the exemption is renewed without a new application, the Chief County Assessment Officer must notify the applicant of the renewal and remind them of their ongoing duty to report any changes that might affect their eligibility. The bill aims to simplify the renewal process for senior citizens receiving this property tax exemption while maintaining appropriate verification mechanisms to ensure only eligible homeowners receive the benefit.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption, provides that the Chief County Assessment Officer in a county with 3,000,000 or more inhabitants may request full social security numbers or individual taxpayer identification numbers for all members of the applicant's household. Provides that the Chief County Assessment Officer may renew the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption without a new application if the Chief County Assessment Officer is able to confirm both that the applicant still owns and resides in the property and that applicant's household income qualifies for the exemption. Provides that a Chief County Assessment Officer who renews a low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption without an annual application shall notify the applicant of both the decision to renew the exemption and the applicant's ongoing duty to report changes in the eligibility of the property to receive the exemption.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 16 : Fred Crespo (D)*, Anna Moeller (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Yolonda Morris (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Omar Williams (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Rick Ryan (D), Ann Williams (D), Harry Benton (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Michael Crawford (D), Dee Avelar (D), Lisa Davis (D), Thaddeus Jones (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Thaddeus Jones
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KS bill #HB2217 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Expanding the scope of the inspector general to audit and investigate all state cash, food or health assistance programs and granting the inspector general the power to subpoena, administer oaths and execute search warrants thereto.
Status: Veto Overridden
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the powers and scope of the inspector general's office to audit and investigate all state cash, food, and health assistance programs. The bill broadens the definition of programs under the inspector general's oversight to include cash assistance (support for basic family needs), food assistance (USDA food support), and health assistance (Medicaid and children's health insurance). The inspector general will now have significant new investigative powers, including the ability to issue subpoenas, administer oaths, serve search warrants, and conduct independent investigations into fraud, waste, abuse, and illegal acts related to these assistance programs. The bill also establishes that the inspector general must be appointed by the attorney general with Senate confirmation, must have professional credentials in auditing or investigations, and cannot have recent executive experience in the agencies they will oversee. Additionally, the inspector general is required to produce annual reports detailing investigations, audits, and recommendations for improving program efficiency and integrity, while maintaining strict confidentiality protections for information sources. The expanded powers aim to increase accountability and oversight of state assistance programs by providing a more comprehensive and independent investigative mechanism.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the attorney general; relating to the office of the inspector general and the powers, duties and responsibilities thereof; expanding the power of the inspector general to investigate and audit all state cash, food and health assistance programs; amending K.S.A. 75-7427 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: Senate Motion to override veto prevailed; Yea: 30 Nay: 10
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KS bill #HB2342 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Authorizing the attorney general and the state gaming agency to receive certain additional criminal history records, updating criminal history record language related to the state bank commissioner, requiring the secretary of labor to conduct criminal history record checks on employees who have access to federal tax information and authorizing the secretary of commerce to conduct such checks on final applicants for and employees in certain sensitive positions.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the secretary of commerce to request state and national criminal history background checks for final applicants and employees in sensitive positions within the department of commerce. The bill defines "sensitive positions" as high-ranking roles like division directors and assistant secretaries, as well as positions involving significant financial management, grant/loan programs, or access to confidential information. As a minimum standard, applicants and employees in these positions cannot have misdemeanor convictions related to theft, fraud, forgery, or financial crimes, or any felony convictions. The secretary may use the background check information to determine an applicant's qualifications and fitness for the position. The bill also updates several other sections of Kansas law related to criminal history record checks, expanding the ability of various state agencies like the attorney general, state gaming agency, and state bank commissioner to conduct similar background checks on applicants and employees. Additionally, the bill requires the secretary of labor to conduct criminal history checks on employees with access to federal tax information. The changes are intended to enhance the screening process for employees in sensitive or financially responsible positions across different state departments.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning criminal history record information; relating to state and national criminal history record checks; authorizing the attorney general and the state gaming agency to receive more criminal history records; updating criminal history record language related to the state bank commissioner; requiring the secretary of labor to conduct such checks on employees who have access to federal tax information; authorizing the secretary of commerce to conduct such checks on final applicants for and employees in certain sensitive positions; amending K.S.A. 75-5702 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 9-555, 9-565, 9-2411, 22-4714 and 75-7b01 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Tuesday, April 8, 2025
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CO bill #HB1041 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Student Athlete Name Image or Likeness
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Colorado's laws regarding student athletes' rights to earn compensation from their name, image, and likeness (NIL). The bill expands the definition of "student athlete" to include individuals eligible to engage in intercollegiate sports, explicitly excluding high school athletes. It prohibits institutions and athletic associations from preventing student athletes from earning compensation through NIL contracts or obtaining professional representation, such as athlete advisors or attorneys. For athletes under 18, a parent or guardian must be involved in negotiations. The bill allows institutions to provide compensation to student athletes for NIL use and requires each institution to submit an annual report to the Department of Higher Education by January 15th each year, detailing gender- and sport-based spending across various categories. Additionally, the bill adds a provision to protect personally identifiable information related to NIL agreements from public disclosure, defining such information as details that could reasonably identify an individual, such as name, address, contact information, and compensation details. These changes aim to support student athletes' economic opportunities while maintaining privacy and transparency.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING MEASURES TO SUPPORT A STUDENT ATHLETE IN THE USE OF THEIR NAME, IMAGE, OR LIKENESS.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Lesley Smith (D)*, Judith Amabile (D)*, James Coleman (D)*, Shannon Bird (D), Monica Duran (D), Karen McCormick (D), Alex Valdez (D), Yara Zokaie (D), Marc Snyder (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 03/18/2025
• Last Action: Senate Third Reading Calendar (13:30:00 4/10/2025 Senate Floor)
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KS bill #HB2284 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Directing the department of administration to adopt written policies governing the negotiated procurement of managed care organizations to provide state medicaid services pursuant to a contract with the Kansas program of medical assistance.
Status: Veto Overridden
AI-generated Summary: This bill directs the Kansas Department of Administration to develop written policies for negotiating contracts with managed care organizations (MCOs) that provide Medicaid services. The required policies must include four key provisions: (1) a prohibition on destroying records that complies with the Kansas open records act, (2) a tiebreak procedure for evaluation scoring processes, (3) a commitment to transparency with the legislature throughout the procurement process, and (4) an appeals process. The appeals process will be overseen by a special committee composed of legislative leaders, including the president of the senate, speaker of the house, and key members from relevant standing committees on health, insurance, and public welfare. The bill requires these policies to be adopted and implemented before July 1, 2026, and aims to bring more accountability and transparency to the state's Medicaid managed care procurement process. Managed care organizations are private companies that contract with states to provide healthcare services to Medicaid recipients, typically managing medical care and controlling costs.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the department of administration; relating to the procurement of managed care organizations for the Kansas program of medical assistance; requiring adoption of policies.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 03/25/2025
• Last Action: Senate Motion to override veto prevailed; Yea: 30 Nay: 10
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KS bill #HB2160 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Enacting the municipal employee whistleblower act to provide statutory protections for municipal employees who report or disclose unlawful or dangerous conduct.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Kansas Municipal Employee Whistleblower Act, which provides comprehensive legal protections for municipal employees who report unlawful or dangerous conduct. The act defines key terms such as "auditing agency" (including legislative post auditors and oversight entities), "disciplinary action" (including dismissal, demotion, and suspension), and "malfeasance" (unlawful conduct by municipal officials). The bill prohibits supervisors from taking disciplinary action against employees who discuss municipal operations, report law violations, or disclose malfeasance or misappropriation of funds to governing bodies or auditing agencies. Employees are protected when reporting to various entities, regardless of whether they first notify their supervisor. The act includes important limitations, such as preventing employees from spreading false information, representing personal opinions as official municipal statements, or disclosing confidential information. If an employee believes they have been unfairly disciplined, they can either file a court action within 90 days or use the municipality's administrative appeal process, with potential remedies including damages, reinstatement, and recovery of legal fees. Additionally, municipalities are required to prominently post the act where employees can easily see it, ensuring awareness of these whistleblower protections.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning municipalities; enacting the Kansas municipal employee whistleblower act; establishing legal protections for certain municipal employees who report or disclose unlawful or dangerous conduct; providing an administrative appeal process for municipalities.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Monday, April 7, 2025
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IL bill #HB3037 • Last Action 04/10/2025
RIGHT TO PLAY ACT
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Right to Play Act, which provides students participating in school athletic activities with greater flexibility to engage in nonschool athletic activities during the same sport's season. Specifically, a student who is a member of a school athletic team may participate in a nonschool athletic activity in the same sport, provided they obtain a waiver from their school's principal or athletic director. The bill defines key terms such as "nonschool athletic activity" as an organized athletic event not sponsored by a school, and "school athletic activity" as an organized athletic event sponsored by a school. Students are limited to two waivers per school year, and the waivers must be reported to the appropriate athletic association. Importantly, students cannot participate in both a nonschool athletic activity and a school athletic practice or competition for the same sport on the same day. The bill also amends the School Code to include the Right to Play Act among the provisions that charter schools must follow, ensuring consistent application across different types of schools. This legislation aims to give student-athletes more opportunities to develop their skills and participate in sports while maintaining the integrity of school athletic programs.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Right to Play Act. Provides that a student who is a member of a school athletic activity may participate in a nonschool athletic activity that is of the same sport as the school athletic activity during the season in which the student participates in the school athletic activity without losing eligibility to participate in the school athletic activity, provided that the student may not participate in both the nonschool athletic activity and a school athletic practice or competition for the same sport on the same day.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 25 : Janet Yang Rohr (D)*, Ram Villivalam (D)*, Sue Scherer (D), Kevin Schmidt (R), Marty McLaughlin (R), Aarón Ortíz (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Rick Ryan (D), Dave Vella (D), Joyce Mason (D), Travis Weaver (R), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Chris Welch (D), Lisa Davis (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Theresa Mah (D), La Shawn Ford (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Camille Lilly (D), Kimberly du Buclet (D), Amy Briel (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Assignments
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KS bill #HB2102 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Substitute for HB 2102 by Committee on Education - Providing for the advance enrollment of a military student whose parent or person acting as parent will be stationed in this state and correcting federal statutory citations in the interstate compact on educational opportunity for military children.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing Kansas law to improve educational opportunities for military children by making it easier for them to enroll in schools when their parents are being stationed in the state. Specifically, the bill allows military students to enroll in a school district before physically moving to the area, if they can provide evidence that their parent will be stationed at a military installation in Kansas during the current or upcoming school year. The bill requires school districts to enroll these students without requiring proof of address at the time of enrollment, and mandates that districts make appropriate accommodations for students with individualized education programs (IEPs) or 504 plans. Additionally, the bill updates federal statutory citations in the interstate compact on educational opportunity for military children, which is designed to help military families navigate educational transitions. The legislation aims to reduce barriers for military families by facilitating timely school enrollment, ensuring educational continuity, and providing flexibility in course and program placement for students who may be transferring frequently due to military assignments.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning school districts; relating to enrollment; providing for the advance enrollment of a military student whose parent or person acting as parent will be stationed in this state; correcting federal statutory citations in the interstate compact on educational opportunity for military children; amending K.S.A. 72-8268 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 03/24/2025
• Last Action: House Approved by Governor on Wednesday, March 26, 2025
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NM bill #HB6 • Last Action 04/09/2025
Irb Project Minimum Wage
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends New Mexico state law to require that any projects undertaken by a municipality or county using industrial revenue bonds (IRBs) must pay workers the prevailing wage and comply with existing public works minimum wage regulations. Specifically, the bill extends existing prevailing wage requirements to IRB-funded projects, ensuring that workers on these projects receive wages and benefits comparable to those in similar local collective bargaining agreements. The prevailing wage is determined annually by the state director, who considers local collective bargaining agreements and sets minimum wage rates for different worker classifications. The bill also establishes procedures for workers to file complaints about wage underpayment, requires contractors to post wage rates at work sites, mandates weekly payroll records be available for public inspection, and gives the director authority to investigate potential wage violations. The key change is explicitly including industrial revenue bond projects under the same wage protection standards that already apply to other public works projects, which aims to ensure fair compensation for workers regardless of the funding mechanism.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO MINIMUM WAGE; REQUIRING THAT PROJECTS UNDERTAKEN BY A MUNICIPALITY OR COUNTY THROUGH THE ISSUANCE OF INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS PAY THE PREVAILING WAGE AND COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 13-4-11 NMSA 1978 (BEING LAWS 1965, CHAPTER 35, SECTION 1, AS AMENDED).
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Javier Martínez (D)*, Pat Roybal Caballero (D)*, Joseph Sanchez (D), Mimi Stewart (D), Reena Szczepanski (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 132 - Apr. 9
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IL bill #HB2764 • Last Action 04/09/2025
CD CORR-EARNED REENTRY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a new earned reentry mechanism for individuals serving long-term prison sentences in Illinois, including those with life sentences. The bill creates a gradual implementation schedule where eligibility for earned reentry begins with prisoners who have served 35 consecutive years in the first year, then reduces to 25 years in the second year, and 20 years in the third year and thereafter. The Prisoner Review Board will conduct hearings to determine if an incarcerated person can obtain earned reentry, considering factors such as rehabilitation, likelihood of recidivism, disciplinary record, participation in educational and vocational programs, and future community reintegration plans. Importantly, the bill removes previous restrictions that prevented individuals serving life sentences from being paroled, and it applies retroactively to currently incarcerated individuals. The legislation is rooted in addressing systemic racism, reducing mass incarceration, and aligning with the state constitutional mandate to restore incarcerated individuals to useful citizenship. Victims and their families will be notified and given an opportunity to participate in the hearings, and while the bill provides an opportunity for review, it does not guarantee release. Prisoners are allowed to bring legal counsel or an advocate to their hearing and will be provided access to their master record file prior to the hearing.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that notwithstanding anything to the contrary in specified provisions of law, a person serving a term of imprisonment, including terms of natural life, in a Department of Corrections institution or facility is eligible for earned reentry. Provides that for the first year following the effective date of the amendatory Act, a person is eligible for earned reentry if he or she has served a term of imprisonment of at least 35 consecutive years. Provides that for the second year following the effective date of the amendatory Act, a person is eligible for earned reentry if he or she has served a term of imprisonment of at least 25 consecutive years. Provides that for the third year following the effective date of the amendatory Act and each year thereafter, a person is eligible for earned reentry if he or she has served a term of imprisonment of at least 20 consecutive years. Provides that hearings for earned reentry shall be administered by the Prisoner Review Board. Establishes procedures for the hearing. Removes provision that no person serving a term of natural life imprisonment may be paroled or released except through executive clemency. Provides that if any incarcerated person is released on earned reentry, his or her sentence shall be considered complete after the term of mandatory supervised release. Applies retroactively. Provides that nothing in the provision shall be construed to delay parole or mandatory supervised release consideration for petitioners who are or will be eligible for release earlier than the provision provides. Provides that nothing in the provision shall be construed as a limit, substitution, or bar on a person's right to sentencing relief, or any other manner of relief, obtained by order of a court in proceedings other than as provided in the provision. Contains a severability provision. Defines "earned reentry". Effective January 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Carol Ammons (D)*, Kelly Cassidy (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Marcus Evans (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Theresa Mah (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Kevin Olickal (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kevin John Olickal
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MA bill #H104 • Last Action 04/09/2025
Establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, which creates comprehensive data privacy protections for Massachusetts residents by introducing two new chapters to the state's General Laws: Chapter 93M (Massachusetts Data Privacy Act) and Chapter 93N (Privacy Protections for Location Information Derived from Electronic Devices). The bill defines key terms and establishes a robust framework for how businesses (called "covered entities") can collect, process, and transfer personal data. Key provisions include requiring explicit consent for data collection, giving individuals rights to access, correct, delete, and export their personal data, prohibiting targeted advertising to minors, and establishing strict rules around sensitive data like biometric information and precise geolocation data. The legislation applies to businesses based on their annual revenues and amount of data collected, with more stringent requirements for large data holders. The bill provides individuals with a private right of action to sue for violations, with potential damages ranging from $5,000 to a percentage of the company's annual global revenue. Enforcement is primarily through the Massachusetts Attorney General, who can investigate violations and impose significant penalties. The act will take effect one year after its enactment, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements. Overall, the bill represents a comprehensive approach to data privacy that aims to give Massachusetts residents more control over their personal information and hold businesses accountable for responsible data practices.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 13 : Andy Vargas (D)*, Dave Rogers (D)*, Mindy Domb (D), Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Natalie Higgins (D), Erika Uyterhoeven (D), Becca Rausch (D), Jamie Eldridge (D), James Arena-Derosa (D), Jim Arciero (D), Adrianne Ramos (D), Marjorie Decker (D), Sean Garballey (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity Hearing (13:00:00 4/9/2025 A-1)
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MA bill #H103 • Last Action 04/09/2025
To establish the Massachusetts neural data privacy protection act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Neural Data Privacy Protection Act, creating comprehensive privacy protections for individuals' data with a particular focus on neural data. The bill defines neural data as information generated by measuring an individual's central or peripheral nervous system activity and introduces stringent requirements for covered entities (businesses and organizations collecting or processing data) regarding data collection, processing, and transfer. Key provisions include requiring explicit, informed consent for data collection, giving individuals rights to access, correct, delete, and export their data, and implementing privacy-by-design principles. The bill establishes robust protections for sensitive data, including neural data, prohibiting its collection or transfer without strict conditions. Individuals are granted the right to opt out of data processing, profiling, and targeted advertising, with special protections for minors. The legislation allows for both private right of action and enforcement by the Attorney General, with potential penalties of up to 4% of a company's annual global revenue or $20 million per action for violations. Notably, the bill requires covered entities to provide clear, understandable privacy policies, maintain data security, and avoid discriminatory data practices. The act will take effect one year after its enactment, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts neural data privacy protection act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 3 : Andy Vargas (D)*, Simon Cataldo (D)*, Mindy Domb (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity Hearing (13:00:00 4/9/2025 A-1)
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VT bill #H0362 • Last Action 04/09/2025
An act relating to State recognition of Native American tribes and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive reforms to the state's recognition of Native American tribes and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, with several key provisions. The bill establishes stricter criteria for state recognition of Native American tribes, including requiring genealogical evidence verified by independent experts and ensuring that applicants have a documented historical and cultural connection to Vermont. It creates a State Recognition of Native American Indian Tribes Task Force to review the validity of previous tribal recognitions, composed of legislative members, Indigenous representatives, and experts who will investigate past recognition practices and potential recommendations for changes. The bill also enhances the transparency and accountability of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission by subjecting it to Vermont's Open Meeting Law, requiring quarterly public reports, and establishing a legislative oversight committee to monitor its activities. Additionally, the bill mandates a state auditor's evaluation of the Commission's operations and requires consultation with Odanak Abenaki leadership on Indigenous policy matters, with provisions for allocating grant funding to Odanak-led cultural preservation and education initiatives. The overarching goal is to improve the state's approach to recognizing and supporting Native American tribes, address historical injustices, and ensure more inclusive and rigorous processes for cultural recognition and reconciliation.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to make changes to the State recognition process of Native American tribes and to implement restorative justice projects in collaboration with Odanak leadership. This bill also proposes to increase transparency and reduce conflicts of interest for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. This bill also proposes to create a task force to review the validity of prior recognition of State tribes and to establish a legislative committee to oversee the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. This bill also proposes to seek a third-party audit of the Commission’s activities.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Troy Headrick (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on General and Housing Hearing (00:00:00 4/9/2025 )
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NM bill #HB20 • Last Action 04/09/2025
Technology & Innovation Division
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new Technology and Innovation Division within the New Mexico Economic Development Department to support technological innovation and economic growth. The division will focus on five key target sectors: aerospace and space, biosciences, clean energy and water, advanced computing (including artificial intelligence and cybersecurity), and other strategic economic sectors. The bill establishes a Technology and Innovation Network Advisory Board composed of representatives from national laboratories, universities, businesses, and other key stakeholders to provide guidance and strategic planning. A new Research, Development and Deployment Fund is created to provide project funding for innovative initiatives, with a streamlined application process that prioritizes projects creating high-quality jobs, supporting New Mexico-based companies, and demonstrating strong commercialization potential. The bill also introduces a Technology Innovation Prize program that will award significant monetary prizes (up to $5 million for the top recipient) to New Mexico-registered businesses driving technological innovation, with requirements for recipients to maintain operations in the state and contribute to local economic development. Additionally, the bill transfers existing technology-related offices and funds to the new division and sets up reporting mechanisms to track the economic impact and effectiveness of these innovation initiatives.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT; CREATING THE TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION DIVISION WITHIN THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING POWERS AND DUTIES; CREATING THE TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION NETWORK ADVISORY BOARD; ENACTING THE RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND DEPLOYMENT FUND ACT; CREATING THE RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND DEPLOYMENT FUND; PROVIDING FOR MATCH FUNDING FOR CERTAIN PROJECTS THAT PROMOTE CERTAIN GOALS; ESTABLISHING AN APPLICATION PROCESS, ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND AWARD TERMS; REQUIRING REPORTING; CREATING THE TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION PRIZE AND PROVIDING REQUIREMENTS FOR ELIGIBILITY AND RECEIVING PRIZE MONEY; TRANSFERRING OFFICE FUNCTIONS, PERSONNEL, MONEY AND PROPERTY TO THE TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION DIVISION; REPEALING SECTIONS 9-15-16 AND 9-15-17 NMSA 1978 (BEING LAWS 1991, CHAPTER 21, SECTIONS 21 AND 22) TO REMOVE OBSOLETE PROVISIONS; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Meredith Dixon (D)*, Rebecca Dow (R)*, Doreen Gallegos (D)*, Joy Garratt (D), Joshua Hernandez (R), Cristina Parajón (D), Nathan Small (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 133 - Apr. 9
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MA bill #H78 • Last Action 04/09/2025
Establishing the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act, a comprehensive privacy law that provides significant protections for consumers' personal data. The bill defines numerous terms and creates a framework for how businesses (controllers) must handle personal data, giving consumers specific rights such as confirming what data is being collected, accessing their personal data, correcting inaccuracies, deleting data, and opting out of targeted advertising and data transfers. Controllers must obtain affirmative consent for processing sensitive data, which includes information about racial origin, health conditions, genetic data, precise location, and data about minors. The law applies to businesses that collect data from at least 25,000 consumers or derive revenue from selling personal data. Businesses must provide clear privacy notices, establish secure methods for consumers to exercise their rights, and conduct data protection assessments for high-risk processing activities. The Attorney General has enforcement powers, including the ability to bring civil actions with potential penalties of at least $15,000 per violation, and consumers can also sue for damages (except against small businesses). The bill includes numerous exemptions for specific types of data and processing, such as compliance with other laws, protecting against fraud, and conducting scientific research. Notably, the law prohibits discriminatory data processing and targeted advertising to minors, and takes effect 180 days after enactment.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 28 : Tricia Farley-Bouvier (D)*, James Arena-Derosa (D), Christine Barber (D), Rob Consalvo (D), Manny Cruz (D), Marjorie Decker (D), Sal DiDomenico (D), Mindy Domb (D), Rodney Elliott (D), Sean Garballey (D), Carmine Gentile (D), Jim Hawkins (D), Natalie Higgins (D), Brad Jones (R), Kristin Kassner (D), Mike Kushmerek (D), David LeBoeuf (D), Paul McMurtry (D), Sam Montaño (D), John Moran (D), Angelo Puppolo (D), Adrianne Ramos (D), Becca Rausch (D), Margaret Scarsdale (D), Priscila Sousa (D), Dan Sena (D), Bruce Tarr (R), Erika Uyterhoeven (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity Hearing (13:00:00 4/9/2025 A-1)
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MA bill #H80 • Last Action 04/09/2025
Establishing the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act, creating a robust framework for protecting consumers' personal data privacy. The legislation applies to businesses that process personal data of at least 100,000 consumers or 25,000 consumers with over 25% of gross revenue from data sales. The bill grants consumers several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being processed, access and correct their data, delete personal data, obtain a portable copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain automated profiling. The act imposes significant obligations on data controllers, requiring them to limit data collection, obtain consent for processing sensitive data, protect data security, and avoid processing data for purposes incompatible with original collection. Notably, the bill includes special protections for minors, prohibiting targeted advertising and data sales involving consumers under 16 without explicit consent. Controllers must provide clear privacy notices, establish secure means for consumers to exercise their rights, and conduct data protection assessments for high-risk processing activities. The legislation exclusively empowers the Massachusetts Attorney General to enforce these provisions, with a unique approach that initially provides a 60-day cure period for violations between July 2026 and December 2027. After January 2028, the Attorney General will have discretion in determining whether to allow violations to be cured based on factors like the number and nature of violations. Violations are considered unfair trade practices, and the bill explicitly prevents private lawsuits, reserving enforcement power solely with the Attorney General's office. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, marking a significant step in comprehensive data privacy protection for Massachusetts residents.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish a comprehensive consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 3 : Kate Hogan (D)*, Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Rodney Elliott (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity Hearing (13:00:00 4/9/2025 A-1)
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PA bill #HB1174 • Last Action 04/09/2025
In management of the condominium, further providing for meetings; in management of cooperatives, further providing for meetings; and, in management of planned community, further providing for meetings.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to update meeting procedures for condominiums, cooperatives, and planned communities. The key changes include reducing the notice period for annual meetings from 10-60 days to 21 days, allowing electronic meeting notices with unit owner consent, permitting meetings to be recorded by unit owners with an announcement, and establishing more detailed rules for executive board meetings. The bill introduces provisions for executive sessions, which allow board members to discuss sensitive topics like personnel matters, legal consultations, and potential violations in private, but requires that any decisions made in these closed sessions must be voted on in an open meeting. The bill also mandates that executive board meetings be open to all unit owners, requires publishing meeting notices where most unit owners can see them, and provides unit owners the right to request ongoing meeting notifications. Additionally, the bill requires pre-election candidate sessions if there are more candidates than board positions and ensures unit owners have an opportunity to comment during meetings, with the board able to limit comments to agenda topics during special or focused meetings. The changes aim to increase transparency, communication, and participation in community association governance.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in management of the condominium, further providing for meetings; in management of cooperatives, further providing for meetings; and, in management of planned community, further providing for meetings.
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• Introduced: 04/07/2025
• Added: 04/10/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 15 : Joe Webster (D)*, Craig Staats (R), Valerie Gaydos (R), José Giral (D), Danilo Burgos (D), Maureen Madden (D), Danielle Otten (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Tarah Probst (D), Liz Hanbidge (D), Ed Neilson (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Joe Ciresi (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Referred to HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
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SC bill #H4185 • Last Action 04/09/2025
State Board of Pyrotechnic Safety
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates South Carolina's laws regulating pyrotechnics and fireworks by making multiple comprehensive changes to existing statutes. The bill revises the State Board of Pyrotechnic Safety's composition, expanding its makeup to include more industry representatives and public members, and clarifies its regulatory powers. It establishes new administrative remedies for violations, including the ability to issue citations and assess penalties up to $2,500 per day, with escalating penalties for repeat violations. The bill expands definitions of fireworks and pyrotechnics, creates new licensing categories like temporary retail permits and display magazine permits, and strengthens requirements for manufacturing, storing, selling, and distributing fireworks. Key provisions include mandating specific insurance coverage for retailers, requiring reporting of fires or explosions within 24 hours, allowing the board to conduct inspections and investigations, and establishing more comprehensive disciplinary procedures for entities found in violation of pyrotechnics regulations. The bill also clarifies that the board has jurisdiction over not just licensees but any individual or entity found violating fireworks regulations, with the overarching goal of promoting public safety in the manufacture, storage, and sale of pyrotechnic products.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 40-56-90 So As To Provide Remedies For Violations Of Provisions Concerning The Regulation Of Pyrotechnics; By Amending Section 40-56-1, Relating To Policies And Purposes Concerning The Regulation Of Pyrotechnics, So As To Restate Public Safety Goals Of Policies For The Manufacture, Storing, Purchase, Supply, And Sale Of Pyrotechnics; By Amending Section 40-56-10, Relating To The State Board Of Pyrotechnic Safety, So As To Revise Board Composition And Meeting Requirements; By Amending Section 40-56-20, Relating To Definitions Concerning The Regulation Of Pyrotechnics And Fireworks, So As To Revise The Definitions; By Amending Section 40-56-35, Relating To Licenses Required For The Manufacture, Sale, Or Storing Of Fireworks, So As To Revise The Requirements To Include Licenses And Permits Required For The Manufacturing, Selling, Dealing, Distributing, Or Storing Of Pyrotechnics And Fireworks, And To Revise Related Licensing And Permitting Requirements; By Amending Section 40-56-70, Relating To Duties Of The Board, So As To Revise The Duties To Include Certain Disciplinary Authority, Among Other Things; By Amending Section 40-56-80, Relating To Investigations Of Complaints Of Violations By The Board, So As To Provide Requirements For The Presentation Of Investigation Results And Subsequent Hearings, To Provide Certain Related Powers Necessary For The Interest Of Public Safety; By Amending Section 40-56-115, Relating To Jurisdiction Of The Board, So As To Provide The Board Has Jurisdiction Over Actions Of Entities Or Individuals, In Addition To Licensees And Former Licensees, Found To Violate The Provisions Of Chapter 56, Title 40; By Amending Section 40-56-120, Relating To Disciplinary Grounds And Procedures Concerning The Board, So As To Expand The Grounds For Discipline, To Provide For The Availability Of Private Reprimands, And To Provide Certain Final Orders With Findings Of Violations Are Subject To Public Disclosure Under The Freedom Of Information Act; By Amending Section 40-56-130, Relating To License Denial By The Board Based On The Actions That Constitute Grounds For Discipline, So As To Provide The Board May Refuse To Issue Licenses Or Permits In Such Situations; By Amending Section 40-56-140, Relating To License Denial By The Board Based On Findings Of A Prior Criminal Record, So As To Include The Denials Of Permits Upon Such A Finding; By Amending Section 40-56-150, Relating To Voluntary Surrender Of Licenses Issued By The Board, So As To Include The Voluntary Surrender Of Permits Issued By The Board; By Amending Section 40-56-200, Relating To Penalties For Violations Of Provisions Regulating Pyrotechnics By Licensees Of The Board, So As To Include Holders Of Permits Issued By The Board; By Amending Section 40-56-220, Relating To Facilities That Must Comply With Certain Regulations Of The Board, So As To Provide The Provisions Do Not Waive Certain Other Requirements, To Include Fireworks Distribution Facilities, And To Provide Authorized Agents Of The Board May Conduct Inspections Of These Facilities, Among Other Things; By Amending Section 40-56-230, Relating To Insurance Required For Retail Fireworks Sales Licenses, So As To Revise Requirements For Such Insurance Coverage; By Amending Section 40-56-240, Relating To Requirements Of Having A Wholesale License Issued By The Board To Store Display Fireworks, So As To Add Permitting Requirements For Storing Articles Pyrotechnic, To Provide Holders Of Pyrotechnic Operator Licenses Issued By The State Fire Marshal May Obtain A Display Magazine Permit From The Board For The Storing Of Display Fireworks At A Location Other Than The Display Site Without Obtaining A Wholesale License From The Board, To Provide Only Licensed Wholesalers May Distribute Fireworks For Displays, And To Revise Storing Requirements For Display Fireworks, Among Other Things; By Amending Section 40-56-250, Relating To Orders Of The Board To Remove Or Correct Hazardous Conditions, So As To Impose A Thirty-day Limit For Compliance, To Add Certain Penalties, And To Remove Remaining Penalties And Processes For Violations To Conform To The Addition Of Other Penalties And Processes; And By Amending Section 40-56-260, Relating To Reports Of Fires Or Explosions To The Board By Regulated Parties, So As To Remove Existing Provisions And Instead Provide That Licensees And Permittees Must Report In Writing Any Unauthorized Incident Of Explosion Or Fire Involving Fireworks To The Board Within Twenty-four Hours Of The Occurrence.
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• Introduced: 03/20/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Wooten (R)*, Dennis Moss (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Scrivener's error corrected
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CA bill #AB31 • Last Action 04/09/2025
Peace officers: tribal police pilot project.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a three-year Tribal Police Pilot Program from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2029, designed to grant peace officer authority to tribal police officers from three selected federally recognized tribes in California. The program, administered by the Department of Justice and the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, allows tribal police officers to have expanded law enforcement powers both on Indian lands and in other parts of the state under specific circumstances, such as responding to emergencies, making arrests with consent from local law enforcement, or pursuing suspects. Participating tribal entities must meet rigorous requirements, including adopting tribal laws that provide public record access, waive sovereign immunity to a limited extent, and comply with California peace officer standards and training regulations. The bill aims to address the high rates of violence against Indigenous people and improve public safety by creating a more integrated approach to law enforcement. Participating tribes will be required to obtain peace officer certifications, maintain specific insurance coverage, and submit to ongoing monitoring and evaluation, with the Department of Justice mandated to provide interim and final reports to the Legislature. The program is intended to enhance collaboration between tribal and state law enforcement while respecting tribal sovereignty, and it includes provisions for establishing domestic violence review teams and collaborating on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons cases.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Sections 830.83 and 832.55 of, and to add and repeal Article 2.45 (commencing with Section 11073) of Chapter 1 of Title 1 of Part 4 of, the Penal Code, relating to peace officers.
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• Introduced: 12/02/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : James Ramos (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 12/02/2024
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #AB240 • Last Action 04/09/2025
Community colleges: study: Counties of Amador, Alpine, Mariposa, Modoc, and Sierra.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses educational opportunities in five rural California counties (Amador, Alpine, Mariposa, Modoc, and Sierra) that are currently not fully included within a community college district. The bill requires the California Research Bureau to conduct a comprehensive study evaluating the current community college services and opportunities in these counties. The study must include detailed policy recommendations on how to ensure residents have access to equivalent in-person and online community college programs as those in similarly sized communities with established college districts. The research will involve convening a working group with representatives from various educational and governmental organizations, and will analyze educational and economic impacts, potential benefits of expanded services, dual enrollment opportunities, transfer pathways, current outreach efforts, potential service providers, resource needs, and funding sources. The bureau is required to submit a report with recommendations to the Assembly Committee on Higher Education, the Senate Committee on Education, and the Governor by December 31, 2027. The provisions of the bill are set to be repealed on January 1, 2032, making it a time-limited initiative specifically designed to address the unique educational challenges of these underserved rural counties.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 74000 of, and to add and repeal Section 74000.5 of, the Education Code, relating to community colleges.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Juan Alanis (R)*, Heather Hadwick (R)*, David Tangipa (R)*, Heath Flora (R), Liz Ortega (D), Pilar Schiavo (D), Greg Wallis (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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VT bill #HR0006 • Last Action 04/09/2025
House resolution amending House Rules relating to the House Ethics Panel
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: resolution amending House Rules relating to the House Ethics Panel
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Martin LaLonde (D)*, Brian Cina (D), Mike Morgan (R), Carol Ode (D), Chris Taylor (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/21/2025
• Last Action: Read and adopted
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CA bill #AB335 • Last Action 04/09/2025
The Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions Grant Program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Designation of California Black-Serving Institutions Grant Program, a competitive grant initiative designed to support underserved students, particularly Black and African American students, in California's higher education system. The program will provide base grants of $250,000 and potential supplemental grants up to $500,000 to colleges and universities that have already received the Designation of California Black-Serving Institution. Grant recipients must use the funds to develop or expand academic resources and student support services, which may include learning communities, advising, mental health counseling, career development, tutoring, ethnic studies courses, and leadership programs. The California State University Statewide Central Office for the Advancement of Black Excellence will serve as the managing entity, responsible for developing application processes, processing applications, and allocating funds. The bill creates a dedicated grant program fund in the State Treasury and appropriates $75 million from the General Fund, with $25 million allocated to California State University campuses and $50 million to community college districts. Grant recipients must provide detailed annual reports on their use of funds and the impact on underserved students, including metrics like degree completion and transfer rates. The program aims to enhance academic support and success for historically underserved student populations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 66076.1 of, and to add Sections 66076.5 and 66076.6 to, the Education Code, relating to postsecondary education, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 03/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Gipson (D)*, Al Muratsuchi (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/20/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #AB343 • Last Action 04/09/2025
California Public Records Act: elected or appointed officials.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the definition of "elected or appointed official" under the California Public Records Act to include retired judges and court commissioners, retired federal judges and federal defenders, retired judges of federally recognized Indian tribes, and court-appointed children's counsel in family or dependency proceedings. The bill aims to protect personal information of these officials and their families from public disclosure to prevent potential harassment or targeted violence. By adding these categories to the existing list of protected officials, the bill modifies the circumstances under which personal information can be disclosed, potentially restricting public access to certain details about these individuals. The bill includes a legislative finding that the need to protect officials and their families from potential harm outweighs the public's interest in accessing their personal information. Additionally, the bill specifies that no reimbursement will be required for local agencies or school districts because the changes relate to creating, eliminating, or modifying criminal definitions or penalties.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 7920.500 of the Government Code, relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blanca Pacheco (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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CA bill #AB361 • Last Action 04/09/2025
Best value procurement: school districts and county offices of education.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends and expands California's best value procurement method for school construction projects, allowing school districts and county offices of education to use an alternative bidding process for projects over $1 million before December 31, 2030. Best value procurement is a method where contractors are selected based on both price and qualifications, not just the lowest bid. The bill eliminates previous reporting requirements for the Los Angeles Unified School District and creates new reporting requirements for other school districts and county offices of education. Under this method, districts can evaluate bidders using criteria like financial condition, relevant experience, management competency, labor compliance, and safety record. Bidders must commit to using a skilled and trained workforce, and districts must establish fair and impartial procedures for evaluating bids. The bill requires an independent third-party report on the use of this procurement method, to be submitted by January 1, 2030, detailing project descriptions, contract amounts, contractor names, bid evaluation processes, and project performance. The provisions will automatically expire on January 1, 2031, unless further legislative action is taken.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 20119, 20119.2, and 20119.3 of, to amend and renumber Section 20119.6 of, to add and repeal Article 3.4 (commencing with Section 20119.8) of Chapter 1 of Part 3 of Division 2 of, and to repeal Sections 20119.5 and 20119.7 of, the Public Contract Code, relating to best value procurement.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nick Schultz (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/18/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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PA bill #SB571 • Last Action 04/09/2025
Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Interstate Compact; providing for the form of the compact; imposing additional powers and duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Compact.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Interstate Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, which aims to facilitate the practice of occupational therapy across multiple states by creating a streamlined licensing process. The compact allows occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in multiple member states without obtaining additional individual state licenses, while maintaining rigorous professional standards. Key provisions include creating a coordinated data system to track licensure and disciplinary actions, establishing an Occupational Therapy Compact Commission to oversee implementation, and setting clear requirements for licensing, including background checks, continuing education, and maintaining an unencumbered home state license. The compact specifically supports military personnel and their spouses by allowing them to maintain a home state license while being stationed in different locations. The bill authorizes Pennsylvania to join this interstate compact, with the compact becoming operational when at least ten states have enacted it, and provides for a comprehensive framework of professional oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement mechanisms to ensure public safety and professional accountability across participating states.
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Bill Summary: Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Interstate Compact; providing for the form of the compact; imposing additional powers and duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Compact.
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• Introduced: 04/09/2025
• Added: 04/10/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Lisa Boscola (D)*, Greg Rothman (R), Kristin Phillips-Hill (R), Jay Costa (D), Judy Ward (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE
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VT bill #S0150 • Last Action 04/09/2025
An act relating to privacy protections for mobile identification and images recorded by automated traffic law enforcement systems
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive privacy protections for mobile identification (digital versions of government-issued IDs) and automated traffic law enforcement (ATLE) systems in Vermont. For mobile identification, the bill requires a verification system that allows users to selectively disclose only necessary information, ensures users maintain physical possession of their devices during verification, and prohibits unauthorized data collection or sharing. The bill mandates that mobile IDs cannot be a replacement for physical credentials and introduces consent requirements for data access. For ATLE systems, the bill restricts the use of recorded images to only speeding violation enforcement, limits image storage to 12 months, prevents images from being used for broader surveillance, and explicitly makes recorded images confidential and exempt from public records requests or subpoenas. The bill provides enforcement mechanisms, including the ability for the Attorney General or individuals to bring civil actions with potential damages ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 for violations. Importantly, the bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies and potential vendors time to implement these new privacy protections.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to establish specific requirements to protect the privacy of individuals who use mobile identification and to limit access to images recorded by automated traffic law enforcement systems.
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• Introduced: 04/09/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tanya Vyhovsky (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Transportation
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AL bill #HB517 • Last Action 04/09/2025
Underground Damage Prevention Program, One-Call Notification System, further provided for complex or large projects
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Alabama's Underground Damage Prevention Program, focusing primarily on establishing new procedures for complex or large excavation projects. The bill introduces a detailed definition of "complex or large project" which includes excavations extending beyond 40 working days, involving five or more consecutive work crews operating simultaneously, or requiring multiple locate requests within a single working day. For such projects, excavators must now provide at least five working days' notice before commencing work, submit comprehensive project details, hold a pre-excavation planning meeting, and negotiate a "working agreement" with facility operators and locators that outlines project scope, timeline, and location completion schedule. The bill also expands definitions of existing terms like "excavation" and "hand digging," adds requirements for operators to provide more precise facility location information, and strengthens notification and marking procedures to minimize potential damage to underground facilities. Additionally, the bill establishes an enforcement mechanism through the Underground Damage Prevention Authority, which can levy civil penalties for non-compliance, with penalties ranging from $500 to $10,000 depending on the violation's severity and frequency. The changes aim to improve communication, safety, and coordination during excavation projects by requiring more detailed planning and collaboration between excavators and underground facility operators.
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Bill Summary: Underground Damage Prevention Program, One-Call Notification System, further provided for complex or large projects
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• Introduced: 04/03/2025
• Added: 04/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Rhett Marques (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 04/03/2025
• Last Action: House Transportation, Utilities and Infrastructure Hearing (09:00:00 4/9/2025 Room 429)
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VT bill #H0501 • Last Action 04/09/2025
An act relating to the deadline for public bodies to respond to an alleged Open Meeting Law violation
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a change to the Open Meeting Law (OML), which governs transparency in government meetings, by establishing a specific timeline for how quickly public bodies must respond to alleged violations. Under the proposed legislation, when a public body receives a notice alleging an Open Meeting Law violation, they would be required to respond either within 20 business days or during their next regular meeting, whichever occurs sooner. This requirement aims to ensure that public bodies promptly address potential transparency issues and provide timely explanations or corrections when concerns are raised about their meeting practices. By setting a clear deadline, the bill seeks to enhance accountability and provide a structured process for addressing potential Open Meeting Law infractions.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to require a public body to respond to a notice of an alleged Open Meeting Law violation within 20 business days or at the next regular meeting of the public body, whichever is sooner.
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• Introduced: 04/08/2025
• Added: 04/09/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Boutin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs
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PA bill #SB609 • Last Action 04/09/2025
In optional affordable housing funding, further providing for affordable housing programs fee in counties and providing for reporting requirements and for Pennsylvania Affordable Housing Advisory Committee; and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new framework for affordable housing funding and oversight in Pennsylvania by establishing reporting requirements for counties collecting affordable housing program fees and creating a new Pennsylvania Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. The bill modifies existing law to allow counties to levy fees up to 100% of their current recording fees for deeds and mortgages, and requires counties collecting these fees to submit annual reports to the new advisory committee detailing the total amount collected, how the funds were allocated (for affordable housing efforts and administrative costs), and describing their specific housing efforts. The advisory committee, housed within the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency, will be composed of 20 members representing diverse stakeholders including county representatives, housing advocates, real estate professionals, developers, and community organizations. This committee will meet quarterly, review county reports, and produce an annual report to legislative committees with recommendations for improving affordable housing efforts. Committee members will serve staggered three-year terms, will not be compensated, but can be reimbursed for expenses, and will have the power to advise the Housing Finance Agency and counties on expanding and improving affordable housing initiatives. The bill takes effect 60 days after its passage.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in optional affordable housing funding, further providing for affordable housing programs fee in counties and providing for reporting requirements and for Pennsylvania Affordable Housing Advisory Committee; and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.
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• Introduced: 04/09/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Amanda Cappelletti (D)*, John Kane (D), Art Haywood (D), Nikil Saval (D), Jay Costa (D), Judy Schwank (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING
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CA bill #AB279 • Last Action 04/09/2025
School libraries: model library standards.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new process for updating California's school library standards every eight years, beginning in 2028. The Superintendent of Public Instruction will have the option to recommend revisions to the state board and, if choosing to do so, must convene a diverse group of experts to help develop these revisions. This expert group must include representatives from various educational and professional backgrounds, such as teachers, teacher librarians, principals, administrators, university professors, and technology industry representatives, with at least half of the members being credentialed teacher librarians. The bill requires the Superintendent to hold at least two public hearings to gather input on the proposed revisions, and within 18 months of convening the experts, must present the revised content standards to the state board. The state board then has four months to adopt, reject, or modify the standards, with specific procedural requirements if they choose to modify or reject the recommendations. If the state board modifies or rejects the standards, they must provide written explanations for their actions. The implementation of this bill is contingent upon appropriate funding being allocated in the annual Budget Act or through another statute, ensuring that the process is financially feasible.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 60605.14 to the Education Code, relating to school libraries.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 03/18/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Darshana Patel (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/17/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
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RI bill #S0318 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Allows for the procurement of nuclear power.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows Rhode Island's public utility company to procure nuclear power and participate in long-term nuclear energy contracts, expanding the existing energy procurement framework. The legislation modifies several sections of state law to explicitly include nuclear power alongside other energy resources like hydroelectric and renewable energy. Specifically, the bill enables the state's energy resources office and public utility company to develop and issue competitive solicitations for nuclear power transmission projects, enter into long-term nuclear power contracts subject to public utilities commission review, and receive financial incentives for such contracts. The bill maintains existing provisions for reviewing energy infrastructure projects, requiring assessments from state agencies like the Department of Environmental Management and Commerce Corporation, and ensures that any nuclear power procurement must be commercially reasonable and consistent with the state's climate and energy security goals. The changes also allow for potential financial remuneration for the electric distribution company when entering these contracts, with the amount and approval subject to oversight by the public utilities commission. The bill includes a severability clause to ensure that if any part of the law is found invalid, the rest of the law can still be implemented, and it will take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would allow a public utility company that provides electric and gas distribution to participate in projects that would allow for the reliable transmission of nuclear power. It would allow the utility to procure nuclear power and enter into long-term contracts for nuclear power. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : David Tikoian (D)*, Val Lawson (D), Andrew Dimitri (D), John Burke (D), Lori Urso (D), Bob Britto (D), Sue Sosnowski (D), Gordon Rogers (R), Matt LaMountain (D), Jessica de la Cruz (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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OR bill #HB2357 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Relating to health care professional interstate compacts; and prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill relates to establishing interstate compacts for health care professionals, specifically occupational therapists and audiologists/speech-language pathologists. The bill creates two separate interstate compacts that aim to facilitate professional practice across state lines while maintaining public safety standards. Here's a detailed summary: This bill establishes two interstate licensure compacts: the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact and the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact. These compacts allow licensed professionals in these fields to practice across multiple states more easily through a "compact privilege" system. The key provisions include creating a national commission for each profession to oversee interstate practice, establishing a data system to track licensure and disciplinary actions, and setting standards for professionals to obtain multi-state practice privileges. Professionals must maintain an active, unencumbered license in their home state, pass background checks, and meet specific educational and professional requirements. The compacts aim to increase public access to these healthcare services, support military families who relocate frequently, and facilitate telehealth practice. The bill also amends existing Oregon statutes to incorporate these new interstate compact provisions, allowing the state licensing boards to disclose information to the national commissions and modify licensing requirements. The compacts will become operational on January 1, 2026, giving professional boards time to prepare for implementation.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes this state join a compact to let occupational therapists from other states work in this state. The Act also makes this state join a compact to let audiologists and speech- language pathologists from other states work in this state. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.1). Enacts the interstate Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact. Permits the Occupational Therapy Licensure Board to disclose specified information to the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission. Exempts individuals authorized to work as occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants under compact privilege from the requirement to obtain a license from the board and from restrictions on the use of titles. Allows the board to use moneys to meet financial obli- gations imposed on the State of Oregon as a result of participation in the compact. Enacts the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact. Permits the State Board of Examiners of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology to disclose specified information to the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact Commission. Exempts individuals prac- ticing audiology or speech-language pathology under the compact from the requirement to obtain a license from the board. Allows the board to use moneys to meet financial obligations imposed on this state as a result of participation in the compact. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 5 : Susan McLain (D)*, Ed Diehl (R)*, Darin Harbick (R), Cyrus Javadi (R), Emily McIntire (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: House Behavioral Health and Health Care Work Session (15:00:00 4/8/2025 HR C)
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WA bill #SB5316 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Modifying provisions of the revised uniform unclaimed property act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions of the Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act, making several key changes to how unclaimed property is handled in Washington state. The bill introduces a new three-year abandonment period for prearrangement funeral service contract trusts, clarifying when such trusts are considered abandoned and must be transferred to the state. It updates reporting requirements for holders of unclaimed property, lowering the threshold for reporting from $75 to $50 and adjusting filing deadlines. The bill also modifies rules around virtual currency, requiring holders to liquidate such assets within 30 days before filing a report. Additionally, it establishes new limitations on the administrator's ability to issue liability determinations, restricting such actions to within six years of a report filing and ten years after a duty arose. The legislation provides more detailed guidelines for refunds and returns of property, including a six-year limitation period and provisions for extending this timeframe. The bill also makes various technical amendments to existing unclaimed property laws, such as updating definitions, clarifying notification requirements, and modifying penalties for non-compliance. These changes aim to streamline the unclaimed property process, provide more clarity for holders and owners, and ensure more efficient management of unclaimed assets.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to modifying provisions of the revised uniform 2 unclaimed property act by clarifying the abandonment period and 3 reporting procedures for prearrangement funeral service contracts 4 trusts, modifying holder reporting requirements, modifying owner 5 notification requirements, and making other changes not estimated to 6 impact revenue; amending RCW 18.39.370, 63.30.010, 63.30.040, 7 63.30.050, 63.30.090, 63.30.120, 63.30.230, 63.30.240, 63.30.280, 8 63.30.300, 63.30.330, 63.30.340, 63.30.360, 63.30.410, 63.30.420, 9 63.30.460, 63.30.550, 63.30.650, 63.30.680, 63.30.690, 63.30.730, 10 63.30.740, 63.30.790, and 63.30.820; adding a new section to chapter 11 63.30 RCW; creating new sections; repealing RCW 63.30.670; and 12 providing an effective date. 13
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Paul Harris (R)*, Bob Hasegawa (D), Deborah Krishnadasan (D), T'wina Nobles (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 04/11/2025
• Last Action: Effective date 7/27/2025*.
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SC bill #S0006 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Freedom of Information
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends South Carolina's Freedom of Information Act to modify the timeline and process for public records requests. Specifically, the bill reduces the response time for public bodies from ten to five days when receiving a written request for records. The bill clarifies that if a public body cannot provide the records within five days, they must notify the requester and can petition the appropriate court for additional time to respond, particularly when the request involves an extraordinary volume of records or requires an extensive search. The bill also introduces a new provision stating that a failure to respond to a records request will be considered a denial and a violation of the law. Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions about fees, which should not exceed the actual cost of searching, retrieving, and redacting records, and specifies that public bodies are not required to create new records that do not already exist. The legislation aims to balance the public's right to access government information with the practical constraints faced by public bodies in fulfilling records requests.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 30-4-30, Relating To The Right To Inspect Or Copy Public Records, So As To Provide For A Timeline Of Five Days For Providing Records With Certain Responses, To Provide That The Appropriate Court Can Be Petitioned For Addiitional Time To Respond, And To Provide That A Failure To Respond To A Request Is Deemed A Denial And A Violation Of This Chapter.
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• Introduced: 12/11/2024
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Darrell Jackson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 12/11/2024
• Last Action: Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on 6, 214 (13:00:00 4/8/2025 Gressette Room 308)
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NM bill #SB146 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Educational Opportunity For Military Children
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill corrects a reference to a United States Code provision in the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children. Specifically, the bill amends Section 11-8B-1 of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated to update the legal framework for supporting educational needs of military children who frequently move or have parents deployed. The comprehensive compact covers multiple aspects of educational support, including facilitating timely enrollment, ensuring smooth school transfers, maintaining consistent educational placement, and supporting on-time graduation for children of active duty military members. Key provisions include guaranteeing that military children can quickly enroll in new schools, have their previous academic credits and program placements honored, receive immunization grace periods, maintain extracurricular activity eligibility, and have flexible graduation requirements. The compact applies to children of active duty service members, including those who are medically discharged or who have died on active duty, and establishes an interstate commission to coordinate and enforce these educational support mechanisms. The bill ensures that military families can navigate educational transitions more easily by creating standardized procedures across participating states.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY CHILDREN; CORRECTING A REFERENCE TO A UNITED STATES CODE PROVISION IN THE INTERSTATE COMPACT ON EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR MILITARY CHILDREN.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Harold Pope (D)*, Debbie Sariñana (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 118 - Apr. 8
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OR bill #HB2554 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Relating to a social worker licensure compact; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes Oregon's participation in the Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact, a comprehensive agreement designed to facilitate social workers' ability to practice across multiple states. The compact creates a standardized framework for licensing social workers, allowing them to obtain a multistate license that enables practice in any participating state. To qualify for a multistate license, social workers must meet specific educational requirements, pass a national exam, and maintain an unencumbered license in their home state. The bill creates a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the implementation and administration of the compact, including developing a data system to track licensure information, managing interstate practice standards, and handling disciplinary actions. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce licensing bureaucracy, support military families, and enhance workforce mobility by eliminating the need for multiple state licenses. Oregon's implementation will allow the State Board of Licensed Social Workers to disclose necessary information to the compact commission and use funds to meet financial obligations related to participation. The bill will take effect on the 91st day following the legislative session's adjournment and become operationally active on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes Oregon join a compact to let social workers work across state lines. (Flesch Readability Score: 73.1). Enacts the interstate Social Work Licensure Compact. Allows the State Board of Licensed So- cial Workers to disclose specified information to the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission. Exempts individuals who hold multistate licenses issued under the Compact from the requirement to obtain a license from the board. Allows the board to use moneys to meet financial obligations imposed on the State of Oregon as a result of participation in the Compact. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Ed Diehl (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: House Behavioral Health and Health Care Work Session (15:00:00 4/8/2025 HR C)
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NM bill #SB19 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Boards Of Regents Training Requirements
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires all members of boards of regents for state educational institutions and governing boards of other public post-secondary educational institutions to complete a mandatory 10-hour training program within the first six months of their terms. The training will be divided into five specific two-hour modules covering constitutional provisions, financial management, student success, institutional governance, and ethics oversight. The Higher Education Department will be responsible for developing and providing the training, as well as monitoring and maintaining compliance records. The bill applies to newly appointed board members and current members with at least one year remaining in their terms, with a deadline of December 31, 2025, for current members to complete the training. The training modules are designed to ensure board members are well-informed about key governance responsibilities, legal requirements, and best practices in managing educational institutions, with a focus on understanding constitutional provisions, financial duties, student support, institutional innovation, and ethical standards.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS; REQUIRING ALL MEMBERS OF THE BOARDS OF REGENTS OF STATE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS AND THE GOVERNING BOARDS OF OTHER PUBLIC POST-SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS TO COMPLETE TEN HOURS OF TRAINING; REQUIRING THE HIGHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT TO DEVELOP AND PROVIDE THE TRAINING AND MONITOR COMPLIANCE.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Gabriel Ramos (R)*, Jeff Steinborn (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 111 - Apr. 8
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NM bill #HB19 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Trade Ports Development Act
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Trade Ports Development Act, which creates a comprehensive framework for developing multimodal trade port districts in New Mexico through public-private partnerships. The bill defines a trade port as a logistics system designed to efficiently manage cargo and enhance supply chain resilience, and allows both public and private partners to propose specific geographic areas for trade port district designation. The legislation establishes a Trade Ports Advisory Committee composed of government officials and appointed public members who will review and recommend trade port district and project approvals. The bill creates a Trade Ports Development Fund to provide grants and loans for trade port projects, with a requirement that private partners match or exceed public funding. Key provisions include strict criteria for trade port district designation, which consider factors like proximity to highways, railways, airports, and potential economic impact, as well as detailed requirements for public-private partnership agreements that include performance benchmarks, financial protections, and limited 30-year terms. The bill also mandates annual reporting to the governor and legislative finance committee, ensures transparency in the approval process, and includes employment restrictions to prevent conflicts of interest. The overall goal is to stimulate economic development by creating strategically located trade infrastructure that can attract businesses and improve New Mexico's logistical capabilities.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT; ENACTING THE TRADE PORTS DEVELOPMENT ACT; PROVIDING FOR THE DESIGNATION OF TRADE PORT DISTRICTS; ESTABLISHING CRITERIA FOR APPROVAL OF TRADE PORT PROJECTS; CREATING THE TRADE PORTS ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND SPECIFYING DUTIES; SPECIFYING DUTIES OF THE SECRETARY OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT; ALLOWING PUBLIC PARTNERS TO ENTER INTO PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENTS TO FACILITATE DEVELOPMENT OF TRADE PORTS; CREATING THE TRADE PORTS DEVELOPMENT FUND; AUTHORIZING GRANTS AND LOANS; AMENDING A SECTION OF THE PROCUREMENT CODE; PROVIDING DUTIES OF THE STATE BOARD OF FINANCE; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Art De La Cruz (D)*, Meredith Dixon (D)*, Joy Garratt (D)*, Doreen Gallegos (D), Joseph Hernandez (D), Day Hochman-Vigil (D), Wonda Johnson (D), Ray Lara (D), Tara Luján (D), Patty Lundstrom (D), Pat Roybal Caballero (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 04/09/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 86 - Apr. 8
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RI bill #S0854 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Allows that public records stored in a computer system, upon request, be provided at no charge.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law on public records access in Rhode Island by specifically addressing the provision of electronically stored public records. The bill adds a new provision to Section 38-2-3 that requires public bodies maintaining records in computer storage systems to provide electronically stored public records at no charge upon request, regardless of the existing provisions in Section 38-2-4. This change means that when a person requests public records that are stored electronically, the government agency must provide those digital records free of charge, removing any potential fees associated with accessing electronic documents. The bill continues the existing principles of public records access, which emphasize transparency and ease of access to government information, by ensuring that electronic records are readily available to the public without additional cost. The legislation takes effect immediately upon its passage, making the new no-cost provision for electronic public records applicable right away.
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Bill Summary: This act would allow that public records stored in a computer system, upon request, be provided at no charge. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/19/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brian Thompson (D)*, Andrew Dimitri (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/19/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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VT bill #H0204 • Last Action 04/08/2025
An act relating to the collection and recycling of waste motor vehicle tires
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive waste motor vehicle tire collection and recycling program in Vermont that will require manufacturers to create and implement waste tire stewardship plans starting in 2027. The legislation defines key terms like "motor vehicle tire," "waste tire," and "manufacturer," and requires that manufacturers either individually or through a waste tire stewardship organization submit a plan to the Secretary of Natural Resources for collecting and managing waste tires. Key provisions include mandating free collection of waste tires from covered entities, establishing collection locations in each county, setting a collection rate goal of 50 percent in the first year, and requiring that at least 50 percent of collected tires be recycled or reused. Manufacturers must pay an annual $15,000 fee and submit annual reports detailing their collection efforts. The bill also includes penalties for manufacturers who fail to meet collection goals, with fines ranging from $0.50 to $1.00 per tire based on performance. Retailers will be prohibited from selling motor vehicle tires from manufacturers not participating in an approved stewardship plan, and the legislation provides mechanisms for reimbursement between manufacturers and waste tire stewardship organizations for tire collection costs. The overall goal is to create an environmentally responsible system for managing and disposing of waste motor vehicle tires in Vermont.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to establish an extended producer responsibility program for waste motor vehicle tires.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Taylor (R)*, Leanne Harple (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Environment Hearing (00:00:00 4/8/2025 )
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IL bill #SB2030 • Last Action 04/08/2025
PROP TX-INCOME PROPERTY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Property Tax Code to create new requirements for owners of income-producing properties in Illinois counties. Specifically, the bill allows counties to require owners of income-producing properties (such as multi-unit residential buildings, offices, retail spaces, and industrial properties) to submit detailed physical descriptions of their properties to the county assessment officer upon request. The physical description must include specific details like land size, building characteristics, amenities, and other property-specific information. Properties valued under $500,000, residential properties with fewer than 7 units, and certain specialized properties (like hospitals and nursing homes) are exempt. If a property owner fails to respond to a request for information within 90 days, they may be subject to a penalty of up to 0.025% of the property's prior year market value, not exceeding $1,000. The bill also adds a provision to the Freedom of Information Act that exempts financial records and data related to real estate income, expenses, and occupancy from public disclosure, except when submitted as part of an assessment appeal. The bill is designed to help county assessment officers gather more accurate and comprehensive information about income-producing properties to support more precise property valuation.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, in counties in which the county board so provides, by ordinance or resolution, owners of income-producing properties in the county shall file physical descriptions of their properties with the chief county assessment officer upon request of the chief county assessment officer. Sets forth the period of time during which those provisions apply. Provides that the request for information shall include an individualized statement specifying all physical description information that the assessor's office has on record or recorded against the property and shall contain a statement that the owner may confirm the information if no changes are required. Imposes certain penalties if the property owner fails to respond to a request for information. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to provide that financial records and data related to real estate income, expenses, and occupancy submitted by or on behalf of a property owner to a chief county assessment officer, except if submitted as part of an assessment appeal, are exempt from disclosure. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 11 : Celina Villanueva (D)*, Graciela Guzmán (D), Robert Peters (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Mike Halpin (D), Karina Villa (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Napoleon Harris (D), Bill Cunningham (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Bill Cunningham
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WV bill #HB2389 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Relating to Dietitian Licensure Compact
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Dietitian Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate interstate practice for licensed dietitians while maintaining public health and safety standards. The compact allows dietitians to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in multiple member states without obtaining separate licenses for each state, provided they meet specific requirements. Key provisions include mandating criminal background checks for applicants, establishing a coordinated data system to track licensee information, and creating a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the compact's implementation. The bill requires applicants to have either a current registered dietitian credential or meet specific educational, training, and examination requirements, hold an unencumbered home state license, and comply with each state's laws and regulations. The compact aims to increase public access to dietetic services, reduce administrative burdens, support military members and their spouses, and enhance information sharing between states about licensee conduct. The compact will become effective once seven states have enacted it, and member states can withdraw after a 180-day notice period, with provisions ensuring continued recognition of existing compact privileges during that time.
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Bill Summary: A BILL to amend the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, by adding a new section, designated §30-35-7a; and to amend the code by adding a new article, designated §30-35A-1, §30-35A-2, §30-35A-3, §30-35A-4, §30-35A-5, §30-35A-6, §30-35A-7, §30-35A-8, §30-35A-9, §30-35A-10, §30-35A-11, §30-35A-12, §30-35A-13, and §30-35A-14, relating to enacting the Dietitian Licensure Compact; requiring applicants seeking to practice in a remote state pursuant to the compact to submit to national and state criminal record background check as condition of eligibility for compact privilege; mandating such applicants to submit fingerprints and to authorize the board, West Virginia State Police, and Federal Bureau of Investigation to use records submitted to screen applicants; prohibiting release of background check results; providing for exceptions; establishing that background check records are not public records; obligating applicants to complete background check immediately after application for privilege to practice; requiring applicants to pay costs of fingerprinting and background check; and authorizing rulemaking and emergency rulemaking; providing for a purpose; providing for definitions; providing requirements for state participation in the compact; requirements to exercise the compact privilege; requirements for a licensee to hold a home state license based on a compact privilege; requiring criminal background check and setting educational and other requirements for a licensed dietitian; authorizing member state to charge fee for granting compact privilege; providing for state participation in the compact; establishing the privilege to practice in member states; providing for change in primary state or residence procedures relating to licensing for active duty military personnel and their spouses; providing for procedures relating to duties, meetings, responsibilities, and adverse actions; establishing the dietitian licensure compact commission; providing for membership, powers and duties of the commission; and providing for an executive committee; providing for a data system available for use among the member states; providing for rulemaking authority of the commission; providing for dispute resolution, and enforcement provisions of the commission among the member states; providing for date of implementation among the member states; providing for applicability of the existing rules at the time a new member state joins the commission; providing for withdrawal of any member states and conditions that must be met until withdrawal is effective; providing for a six-month period before withdrawal is effective; providing for construction and severability of the provisions of the compact; and providing for a binding effect of the laws and rules of the compact among the member states.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Wayne Clark (R)*, Kathie Crouse (R), Erica Moore (R), Sarah Drennan (R), Evan Worrell (R), Bob Fehrenbacher (R), Dean Jeffries (R), Adam Burkhammer (R), Mike Hite (R), Clay Riley (R), David Elliott Pritt (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 03/21/2025
• Last Action: To Finance
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RI bill #S0792 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Authorizes and regulates the distribution of the product known as "kratom."
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes and regulates the distribution of kratom, a substance derived from the mitragyna speciosa plant, in Rhode Island. The comprehensive legislation establishes a detailed framework for kratom sales, including strict licensing requirements for manufacturers, importers, distributors, and retailers. Key provisions include prohibiting sales to individuals under 21, mandating specific product labeling that warns about potential health risks, and setting standards for product composition and safety. The bill requires kratom products to be free from dangerous substances, heavy metals, and synthetic additives, and limits the concentration of active alkaloids. Retailers must display age restriction signs and verify customer age through government-issued photo identification. The legislation also imposes a 15% tax on kratom products and establishes significant penalties for non-compliance, including fines up to $5,000 and potential license revocation. Additionally, the bill prevents the placement of mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine on the state's controlled substances schedule, effectively creating a regulated legal framework for kratom sales. The provisions are set to take effect on April 1, 2026, giving businesses and regulators time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: This act would authorize and regulate the distribution of the product known as "kratom", and would ban the adulteration of kratom with a dangerous non-kratom substance as to render the product injurious to a consumer. The act would require that any kratom product contain adequate labeling directions necessary for safe and effective use by consumers. This act would take effect on April 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Hanna Gallo (D)*, Sue Sosnowski (D), Brian Thompson (D), John Burke (D), Melissa Murray (D), Matt LaMountain (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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ME bill #LD12 • Last Action 04/08/2025
An Act to Amend the Freedom of Access Act to Apply to Legislative Caucuses
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Access Act to explicitly include legislative caucuses as public proceedings. Specifically, the bill defines a "legislative caucus" as a meeting of 3 or more legislators from the same political party who are gathering to conduct legislative business, either on behalf of the full Legislature or a legislative committee. By adding this definition and modifying existing language, the bill ensures that legislative caucus meetings will be subject to the same transparency requirements as other legislative proceedings, meaning they must be open to the public and follow public notice guidelines. This change aims to increase government transparency by requiring that meetings where legislative matters are discussed by party groups be conducted in an open and accessible manner, allowing citizens and the media to observe how political parties deliberate and make decisions about proposed legislation.
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Bill Summary: This bill provides that legislative caucuses are public proceedings under the Freedom of Access Act. The bill defines "legislative caucus" as 3 or more Legislators of the same political party meeting for the purpose of conducting legislative business.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Rick Bennett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/07/2025
• Last Action: Ought Not to Pass Pursuant To Joint Rule 310, Apr 8, 2025
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CT bill #SB01295 • Last Action 04/08/2025
An Act Concerning Social Media Platforms And Online Services, Products And Features.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance online safety for minors by requiring social media platforms and online services to implement several protective measures. The bill mandates that social media platform owners create an online safety center by January 1, 2026, which must provide resources for preventing cyberbullying, accessing mental health services, and offering educational information about social media's impact on mental health. Platforms must also establish a clear cyberbullying policy. The legislation significantly expands the definition of "heightened risk of harm to minors" to include risks related to anxiety, depression, compulsive use, harassment, sexual exploitation, and exposure to harmful substances. Controllers of online services targeting minors must now implement stricter data processing restrictions, including prohibitions on targeted advertising, selling personal data, and using design features that extend minors' platform usage. The bill requires controllers to conduct comprehensive data protection and impact assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks to minors, with provisions for maintaining documentation and potentially disclosing mitigation plans to the Attorney General. These regulations aim to create a safer online environment by imposing more rigorous standards on digital platforms that interact with underage users.
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Bill Summary: To (1) require the owner of a social media platform to incorporate an online safety center into, and establish a cyberbullying policy for, the owner's social media platform, (2) redefine "heightened risk of harm to minors" to include processing minors' personal data in a manner that presents any reasonably foreseeable risk of harm to minors' physical or mental health, and (3) require the controller of an online service, product or feature that is offered to minors to (A) include a default setting in such service, product or feature to prevent adults from sending unsolicited communications to minors, (B) not use any system design feature to significantly increase, sustain or extend minors' use of such service, product or feature, and (C) disclose to the Attorney General a plan established and implemented to mitigate or eliminate any heightened risk of harm to minors.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: File Number 576
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OH bill #SB82 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Specify election official status for public records law purposes
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Ohio's public records law to specify that election officials (except precinct election officials and temporary or part-time board of elections employees) are now considered "designated public service workers" for the purposes of public records protection. Under the existing law, designated public service workers have certain personal information protections, such as keeping their residential address confidential. By adding election officials to this category, the bill provides these workers with additional privacy safeguards. The amendment is part of section 149.43 of the Ohio Revised Code, which defines various terms related to public records and outlines the rules for accessing and protecting public records. The bill aims to recognize the sensitive nature of election officials' work and provide them with enhanced personal information protections similar to those afforded to other public service workers like peace officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel.
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Bill Summary: To amend section 149.43 of the Revised Code to specify that certain election officials are designated public service workers for purposes of the public records law.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Bill DeMora (D)*, Theresa Gavarone (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Senate General Government 2nd Hearing, Proponent (14:00:00 4/8/2025 North Hearing Room)
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RI bill #H5829 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Makes several amendments to the cannabis act relating to applications for licensure, the social equity assistance program and the application of cannabis tax revenue.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several amendments to Rhode Island's Cannabis Act, focusing on three primary areas: licensure applications, the social equity assistance program, and the application of cannabis tax revenue. The bill modifies the definition of a "social equity applicant" by adjusting language around residency requirements and expands the criteria for qualifying as such an applicant. It also establishes a new "disproportionately impacted areas investment fund" to direct cannabis tax revenues towards specific community development initiatives in areas historically most affected by cannabis-related law enforcement. The bill provides more nuanced guidelines for how criminal records can impact cannabis business license applications, essentially making it harder to automatically disqualify applicants based on prior cannabis-related convictions. Additionally, the legislation changes how cannabis tax revenue is distributed, mandating that 50% of the state cannabis excise tax be divided between the social equity assistance fund and the new disproportionately impacted areas investment fund, with a specific allocation structure for the first five years that prioritizes funding social equity programs. The bill aims to create a more equitable cannabis industry by reducing barriers to entry for individuals and communities most harmed by previous cannabis prohibition policies.
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Bill Summary: This act would make several amendments to the cannabis act relating to applications for licensure, the social equity assistance program and the application of cannabis tax revenue. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Leo Felix (D)*, Brandon Potter (D), David Morales (D), Karen Alzate (D), Jose Batista (D), Enrique Sanchez (D), Rebecca Kislak (D), Jennifer Stewart (D), Cherie Cruz (D), Katie Kazarian (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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OR bill #SB1113 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Relating to the welfare of young people.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill relates to the welfare of young people, specifically focusing on improving regulations and protections for children in care. The bill proposes comprehensive changes to laws governing the use of restraints and seclusion, child abuse investigations, licensing of child-caring agencies, and out-of-state placements of children. Key provisions include: (1) Narrowing the circumstances under which restraints and involuntary seclusion can be used on children, emphasizing that these measures should only be employed as an absolute last resort when there is an imminent risk of serious bodily injury; (2) Enhancing reporting and documentation requirements for incidents involving restraints or seclusion, including mandatory debriefings and notifications to case managers, attorneys, and guardians; (3) Strengthening licensing and oversight of child-caring agencies by implementing more rigorous compliance standards, requiring more detailed investigations of abuse allegations, and establishing clearer criteria for suspending or revoking licenses; (4) Adding new definitions and protections for children in care, including expanded descriptions of what constitutes abuse and more specific guidelines for out-of-state placements; and (5) Requiring more detailed quarterly reporting on the use of restraints, including disaggregated data by race. The bill aims to improve the safety, transparency, and accountability of systems caring for vulnerable children by prioritizing their physical and emotional well-being and limiting potentially harmful interventions.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes changes to laws involving the welfare of young people. (Flesch Read- ability Score: 74.8). Modifies provisions regarding the use of restraints and involuntary seclusion on certain young people. Modifies provisions regarding investigations of abuse of certain young people. Modifies provisions regarding licensing of child-caring agencies. Modifies provisions regarding out-of-state placements of children in care.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Sara Gelser Blouin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate Human Services Work Session (08:00:00 4/8/2025 HR D)
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CA bill #AB421 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Immigration enforcement: prohibitions on access, sharing information, and law enforcement collaboration.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing California law to further restrict law enforcement collaboration with federal immigration authorities, specifically prohibiting California law enforcement agencies from sharing any information about immigration enforcement actions that could occur within one mile of sensitive locations such as childcare facilities, religious institutions, hospitals, and medical offices. Building upon the California Values Act, which already limits law enforcement's involvement in immigration enforcement, this bill adds an additional layer of protection by creating a "safe zone" around critical community spaces to prevent potential disruptions or intimidation of vulnerable populations. The bill maintains existing exceptions that allow law enforcement to share certain criminal history information and participate in joint task forces, but emphasizes preventing immigration enforcement activities near places where people might be particularly at risk or dependent on essential services. If the state determines that implementing these new requirements will create additional costs for local agencies, the bill provides for state reimbursement. The bill is designated as an urgency statute, meaning it will take effect immediately, with the stated purpose of ensuring people can access childcare, healthcare, and religious institutions without fear of immigration enforcement interference.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 7284.6 of the Government Code, relating to immigration enforcement, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jose Solache (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: In committee: Set, second hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
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NY bill #S00312 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Relates to complaints concerning the moral character of individuals who hold or who are applicants for New York State teaching certificates.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new process for handling complaints about the moral character of teachers and teaching certificate applicants in New York State. The New York State Education Department will now maintain an internal registry exclusively for active investigations involving boundary violations between certificate holders and students, sex-related offenses, or sexually-related complaints. The registry will include detailed information about the investigated individual, such as their name, position, workplace, complaint date, and investigation status. Complaints can only be added to the registry by a superintendent or chief school administrator, and the department must notify the individual in writing when they are added to or removed from the registry. When a school district requests a background check, the department will disclose if the individual is under investigation, but only to the superintendent. The bill provides a 30-day window for individuals to appeal their inclusion in the registry, during which the commissioner will review the appeal and render a decision. The information in the registry is confidential and not subject to public disclosure. The overall goal is to ensure prompt investigation of serious moral character complaints while protecting the rights of the individuals under investigation.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to complaints concerning the moral character of individuals who hold or who are applicants for New York State teaching certificates
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• Introduced: 12/24/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : James Skoufis (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
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OR bill #HB3339 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Relating to a psychology licensure compact; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes Oregon's participation in the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate psychological practice across state lines. The compact allows licensed psychologists to provide telepsychology services and conduct temporary in-person practice in participating states without obtaining additional licenses. Key provisions include creating an authority to practice telepsychology, which enables psychologists to provide services remotely to clients in other compact states, and a temporary authorization for face-to-face psychological services for up to 30 days per calendar year in a distant state. The bill establishes a comprehensive framework for licensing, including definitions, requirements for participation, and mechanisms for information sharing and disciplinary actions. It creates a Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission to oversee the implementation and administration of the compact, with provisions for dispute resolution, enforcement, and interstate cooperation. The bill also establishes a dedicated Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Account within the Oregon Board of Psychology Account to manage financial obligations, with a cap of $50,000. The provisions will become operative on January 1, 2027, giving the Oregon Board of Psychology time to prepare for implementation and develop necessary rules and procedures.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes Oregon join a compact with other states to let psychologists work across state lines. (Flesch Readability Score: 65.1). Enacts the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact. Allows the Oregon Board of Psychology to disclose specified information to the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact Commission. Exempts individuals authorized under the Compact from the requirement to obtain a license from the board. Allows the board to use moneys to meet financial obligations imposed on the State of Oregon as a result of participation in the Compact. Becomes operative on January 1, 2027. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 4 : Ed Diehl (R)*, Darin Harbick (R), Cyrus Javadi (R), Emily McIntire (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: House Behavioral Health and Health Care Work Session (15:00:00 4/8/2025 HR C)
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MD bill #HB345 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact, which creates a comprehensive framework for regulated social workers to practice across multiple states more easily. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services by reducing bureaucratic barriers, promoting professional mobility, and establishing a uniform system for licensing and monitoring social workers. Key provisions include creating a multistate licensing mechanism that allows qualified social workers to practice in member states, developing a centralized data system to track licensee information and disciplinary actions, and establishing a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to oversee implementation and compliance. The compact requires social workers to meet specific educational and professional standards, pass qualifying national exams, and maintain an unencumbered license in their home state. Social workers with a multistate license must adhere to the laws and regulations of the state where they are providing services, and the compact includes robust mechanisms for investigating and addressing potential misconduct. The bill will only take effect once substantially similar legislation has been enacted in six other states, with an anticipated implementation date of October 1, 2025. The ultimate goal is to streamline social work practice across state lines while maintaining high professional standards and protecting public health and safety.
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Bill Summary: Entering into the Social Work Licensure Compact for the purpose of authorizing regulated social workers who hold multistate licenses to practice social work in member states in order to improve public access to competent social work services; establishing requirements for multistate licensure; establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission; providing for withdrawal from the Compact; and providing that the Act is contingent on the enactment of substantially similar legislation in six other states.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 16 : Ken Kerr (D)*, Jamila Woods (D), Tiffany Alston (D), Heather Bagnall (D), Harry Bhandari (D), Bonnie Cullison (D), Pam Guzzone (D), Terri Hill (D), Tom Hutchinson (R), Steve Johnson (D), Anne Kaiser (D), Lesley Lopez (D), Ashanti Martínez (D), Joseline Peña-Melnyk (D), Jennifer White Holland (D), Teresa Woorman (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 9
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OR bill #HB3351 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Relating to a counseling licensure compact; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes Oregon's participation in the Counseling Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate professional counselors' ability to practice across state lines. The bill creates a comprehensive framework for interstate counseling practice, with key provisions including: establishing a Counseling Compact Commission to oversee the program, creating a data system to track licensure and disciplinary information, allowing counselors to obtain a "privilege to practice" in other member states without obtaining additional licenses, and supporting military spouses by making it easier for them to maintain their professional credentials when relocating. The compact aims to increase public access to counseling services, enhance interstate cooperation, support telehealth practice, and maintain high professional standards by requiring uniform licensure requirements. Counselors can practice in other member states after meeting specific criteria, such as holding an unencumbered license in their home state, passing a national exam, completing required education, and undergoing a supervised post-graduate experience. The bill becomes operative on January 1, 2028, and includes provisions for establishing a Counseling Compact Account to manage financial obligations related to the compact's implementation.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes Oregon join a compact to let counselors from other states work in Oregon. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.6). Enacts the interstate Counseling Compact. Allows the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists to disclose specified information to the Counseling Compact Commission. Exempts individuals authorized to work as professional counselors under the Compact privilege to practice from the requirement to obtain a license from the board. Allows the board to use moneys to meet financial obligations imposed on the State of Oregon as a result of participation in the Compact. Becomes operative on January 1, 2028. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 7 : Ed Diehl (R)*, Darin Harbick (R), Zach Hudson (D), Cyrus Javadi (R), Emily McIntire (R), Mark Owens (R), Hai Pham (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: House Behavioral Health and Health Care Work Session (15:00:00 4/8/2025 HR C)
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NY bill #A07701 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Appoints a fiscal monitor for five years; defines terms; provides for such appointment; provides for the duties of such fiscal monitor.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a fiscal monitor for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) who will be appointed by the Governor for a five-year period to provide direct oversight of the MTA's fiscal policies and practices. The monitor will be a non-voting, ex-officio board member with experience in public finance, transportation, or public policy, and will not be an MTA employee or related to board members. The monitor's key duties include reviewing and analyzing the MTA's annual budget, financial plan, debt levels, procurement practices, and internal financial controls; making recommendations for improving financial management; monitoring compliance with financial regulations; and providing regular reports to the Governor, state legislature, and public. The monitor will be paid a fixed salary set by the Governor, reimbursed for expenses, and given full access to MTA documents and information systems. The state will cover the costs of implementing this oversight, and the act will automatically expire five years after taking effect, ensuring a temporary but comprehensive review of the MTA's financial operations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT in relation to appointing a fiscal monitor for the metropolitan transportation authority; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof
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• Introduced: 04/08/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Stern (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: referred to corporations, authorities and commissions
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OR bill #SB842 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Relating to health care facilities; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill significantly increases annual license fees for hospitals in Oregon, with the fees varying based on the number of beds and ranging from $6,250 for hospitals with fewer than 26 beds to $60,350 for hospitals with 500 or more beds, which represents a substantial increase from the previous fee structure. The bill also introduces a new provision allowing the Oregon Health Authority to assess a late fee of up to $1,250 for hospitals that fail to pay their renewal license fee on time. Additionally, the legislation makes information obtained during the intake or triage of complaints about health care facilities confidential and not subject to public disclosure, protecting the identities of complainants. The bill allows the Oregon Health Authority to accept certifications or accreditations from federal agencies or accrediting bodies for licensing purposes, provided the health care facility provides summary documentation within 30 days of receiving it. The bill repeals existing fees for compliance actions and is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, giving health care facilities time to prepare for the new fee structure and requirements.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Raises for hospitals the annual license fees to be paid to OHA. Repeals fees for compli- ance actions. Allows assessment of a late fee for a hospital that fails to pay a renewal license fee. (Flesch Readability Score: 65.9). Increases for hospitals the annual license fees to be obtained by the Oregon Health Authority. Repeals fees that the Oregon Health Authority may charge for investigation and compliance activ- ities. Allows the assessment of a late fee for a hospital that fails to pay a renewal license fee. Makes confidential and not subject to public disclosure information obtained by the Oregon Health Authority or the Department of Human Services during an intake or triage of a complaint or reported violation regarding the standard of care in a health care facility. Allows the Oregon Health Authority to accept a certification or accreditation from a federal agency or an accrediting body if a health care facility provides to the authority copies of summary documentation concerning the certification or accreditation. Takes effect on October 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Ways and Means by order of the President.
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MD bill #SB174 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact, a comprehensive agreement designed to facilitate social workers' ability to practice across multiple states more easily. The compact creates a multistate licensing system that allows qualified social workers to obtain a single license that is recognized in all participating member states, reducing bureaucratic barriers and addressing workforce shortages. To be eligible for a multistate license, social workers must meet specific requirements, including holding an unencumbered license in their home state, passing a national qualifying exam, submitting to a criminal background check, and maintaining continuing education requirements. The bill establishes a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the implementation and administration of the compact, which will develop a coordinated data system to track licensee information, facilitate information sharing between states, and ensure public safety. The compact covers three categories of social work licensure (clinical, master's, and bachelor's) and includes provisions for military families, adverse action reporting, and dispute resolution. The legislation will only take effect once six other states have enacted substantially similar legislation, with an intended implementation date of October 1, 2025, and is designed to preserve each state's regulatory authority while creating a more streamlined, portable licensing process for social workers.
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Bill Summary: Entering into the Social Work Licensure Compact for the purpose of authorizing regulated social workers who hold multistate licenses to practice social work in member states; establishing requirements for multistate licensure; establishing the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission; providing for withdrawal from the Compact; and providing that the Act is contingent on the enactment of substantially similar legislation in six other states.
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• Introduced: 12/26/2024
• Added: 01/03/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joanne Benson (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 04/10/2025
• Last Action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 10
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OK bill #SB171 • Last Action 04/08/2025
State Capitol building; modernizing provisions relating to State Capitol Building, Capitol Grounds, and Governor's Mansion maintenance. Emergency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modernizes provisions related to the State Capitol Building, its grounds, and the Governor's Mansion by restructuring governance, maintenance, and oversight responsibilities. The bill establishes new roles and clarifies existing responsibilities, with the Department of Public Safety now required to create a security plan for the Capitol Building and grounds, and a new Capitol Liaison position replacing the previous legislative liaison committee. The State Capitol Preservation Commission is re-created with an expanded 15-member composition, including more legislative and executive branch representatives, and given enhanced oversight responsibilities for preservation, restoration, and modifications. The Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) is assigned comprehensive management duties for the Capitol Building, including maintenance, facilities planning, visitor services, and art curation. The bill also defines new terms like "enhancement," "preservation," and "restoration" and provides the Oklahoma Arts Council with responsibility for state-owned art collections. Additionally, the legislation allows for exemptions from competitive bidding for certain Capitol Building projects and eliminates some previous oversight committees. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage, with the goal of ensuring the highest-quality maintenance and long-term planning for the State Capitol Building and its surrounding areas.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the State Capitol Building; directing the Department of Public Safety to create and maintain security plan; amending 73 O.S. 2021, Sections 176 and 345, which relate to the permanent legislative liaison committee and the State Capitol Repair Expenditure Oversight Committee; disestablishing committees and directing appointment of certain personnel; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 4101, 4102, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 15, O.S.L. 2024, 4103, 4104, 4105, 4108, and 4109 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 4102), which relate to the State Capitol Preservation Commission; modifying definitions; defining terms; modifying duties of the Commission; modifying Commission membership; establishing meeting and quorum requirements; modifying Commission processes; providing oversight duties; modifying duties of Capitol Architect and Curator; providing for duties of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services relating to the State Capitol Building; providing for maintenance and curation of State and Capitol Art Collection; exempting certain projects from competitive bidding requirements; updating statutory language; repealing 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 4106 and 4107, which relate to Commission cooperation and administrative requirements; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 12/30/2024
• Added: 12/31/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Julia Kirt (D)*, Kyle Hilbert (R)*, Brenda Stanley (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 03/31/2025
• Last Action: House General Government Hearing (10:30:00 4/8/2025 Room 206)
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MT bill #HB255 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Revise online data privacy laws for K-12 pupil records
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises Montana's online data privacy laws for K-12 student records by modifying existing regulations for how school districts can contract with third-party digital service providers. The bill allows school districts to use model contracts from private or public consortiums that meet specific privacy standards, provided those contracts include key protections such as: maintaining the school district's ownership of student records, allowing students to control their own generated content, prohibiting the third party from using student information for unauthorized purposes, establishing procedures for parents or eligible students to review and correct personal information, describing data security measures, outlining notification procedures for potential data breaches, ensuring records are deleted after contract completion, and prohibiting targeted advertising using student data. The bill also reaffirms that contracts failing to meet these requirements can be voided, and provides that existing contracts are not immediately impacted but will be subject to these new standards upon renewal or amendment. Importantly, the legislation aims to strengthen student data privacy protections while providing school districts with flexible mechanisms for managing digital educational resources.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT REVISING ONLINE DATA PRIVACY LAWS FOR PUPIL RECORDS; ALLOWING SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO USE MODEL CONTRACTS APPROVED BY A PRIVATE OR PUBLIC CONSORTIUM; AND AMING SECTION 20-7-1326, MCA.”
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• Introduced: 11/29/2024
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert Carter (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 01/18/2025
• Last Action: (S) Tabled in Committee (S) Education and Cultural Resources
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OR bill #HB3213 • Last Action 04/08/2025
Relating to public records disclosure by public university foundations; declaring an emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new transparency requirements for public university foundations in Oregon, subjecting them to public records laws while also protecting certain sensitive information. Specifically, the bill defines a public university foundation as a non-profit organization supporting one or more public universities, and mandates that such foundations are now subject to public records disclosure laws. The bill creates a nuanced approach to transparency by exempting certain confidential records, such as donor identities and personal financial information, while requiring the disclosure of other key details. Public university foundations will be required to release an annual report by November 1st each year, which must be publicly available on their website and include comprehensive financial information like total annual expenditures, percentage of spending across categories like scholarships and administrative support, an annual audit, and a detailed list of contracts, subsidiaries, and employee information including names, job titles, and salaries. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage, with the first annual report due by November 1, 2025. The goal appears to be increasing public accountability for these foundations while still protecting donors' privacy and sensitive organizational information.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act applies public records laws to higher learning bodies. The Act tells higher learning bodies to post certain annual reports. The Act declares an emergency and becomes law when the Governor signs it. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.4). Requires that public university foundations are subject to the public records laws of this state. Specifies the records that are exempt from disclosure. Specifies the records that are not exempt from disclosure. Requires public university foundations to release an annual report that is publicly available on the website maintained by the public university foundation. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 12 : Farrah Chaichi (D)*, Paul Evans (D), Mark Gamba (D), David Gomberg (D), Zach Hudson (D), Nancy Nathanson (D), Travis Nelson (D), Hoa Nguyen (D), Ricki Ruiz (D), Nathan Sosa (D), Jules Walters (D), Lew Frederick (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: House Higher Education and Workforce Development Possible Work Session (08:00:00 4/8/2025 HR C)
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GA bill #HB185 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Professions and businesses; repeal and reenact Chapter 11A, the Dietetics Practice Act
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a comprehensive Dietetics and Nutrition Practices Act that establishes a new regulatory framework for dietitians and nutritionists in Georgia. The bill establishes the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians and Licensed Nutritionists, which will oversee the licensure and regulation of dietitians and nutritionists in the state. The legislation creates two primary license types: licensed dietitian and licensed nutritionist, each with specific educational, training, and examination requirements. The bill introduces detailed definitions of professional practices, including medical nutrition therapy, and sets standards for professional conduct, continuing education, and disciplinary actions. Additionally, the bill creates a Dietitian Licensure Compact that allows for interstate practice by establishing uniform requirements and a mechanism for professionals to obtain practice privileges across participating states. The compact aims to increase public access to dietetics services, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance states' ability to protect public health by providing a standardized approach to professional licensure and regulation. The bill also updates numerous cross-references in other sections of Georgia law to reflect these new professional definitions and standards, ensuring consistency across different legal statutes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to professions and businesses, so as to repeal and reenact Chapter 11A, the "Dietetics Practice Act"; to provide for the licensure of dietitians and nutritionists; to provide for short titles; to provide for the purpose of the chapter; to provide definitions; to establish the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians and Licensed Nutritionists; to provide for powers, members, officers, and meetings of such board; to provide for the grant of a license without examination; to provide for eligibility for licensure as a dietitian and nutritionist; to provide for provisional licenses; to authorize the board to obtain conviction data; to permit applications to be made under oath; to provide for notice of acceptance or rejection; to provide for examinations; to provide for requirements of licensees; to provide for refusal, suspension, or revocation of licenses; to provide for proceedings; to provide for protected titles; to provide for exceptions to licensure; to provide for statutory construction; to provide for scope of practice; to provide for a qualified supervisor over a supervised practice experience in the practices of dietetics and nutrition; to enter into an interstate compact; to authorize the board to administer such compact; to amend Titles 9, 31, 33, 43, and 51 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to civil practice, health, insurance, professions and businesses, and torts, respectively, so as to provide for conforming cross-references; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes. H. B. 185 (SUB)
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Ginny Ehrhart (R)*, Alan Powell (R)*, Chuck Hufstetler (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Floor Amendment - Sen Floor Amend 1 AM 52 0082
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TX bill #HB5193 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Relating to improving efficiency, transparency, and regulatory processes in state and local government.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses multiple areas of government regulation and transparency, focusing on several key provisions: First, it modifies public information request procedures by preventing governmental bodies from charging for copies of certain election reports if those reports are not already publicly available online, and allowing the attorney general to cancel or reduce charges if recordkeeping is inadequate. Second, it provides more flexibility for development document reviews and inspections by allowing third-party professionals to conduct reviews when regulatory authorities are unable to do so within specified timeframes. Third, it updates regulations for honey production operations, removing previous size restrictions and clarifying their status as agricultural operations. Fourth, the bill modifies municipal building permit processes by reducing the time municipalities have to grant or deny permits and imposing penalties for delays. Fifth, it establishes new liability limits for noneconomic damages in personal injury and wrongful death claims, capping such damages at specific amounts and providing for annual adjustments. The bill also makes changes to mobile food service establishment regulations in counties with populations over one million, limiting municipal permit requirements and establishing fee calculation guidelines. These modifications aim to improve government efficiency, reduce bureaucratic obstacles, and provide clearer regulatory frameworks across various sectors.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to improving efficiency, transparency, and regulatory processes in state and local government.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Giovanni Capriglione (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/18/2025
• Last Action: Referred to State Affairs
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TX bill #HB5406 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general, appointed by the State Board of Education, with jurisdiction to investigate allegations of public school employee misconduct.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new Office of Inspector General (OIG) within the State Board of Education to investigate allegations of public school employee misconduct. The inspector general will be appointed by the State Board of Education for a four-year term, with a maximum total service of 12 years, and can only be removed for cause by a unanimous board vote. The office will have broad investigative powers, including the ability to attend school district meetings, inspect records (even those not typically public), and issue subpoenas to compel witness testimony or document production. The bill requires the office to maintain strict confidentiality of misconduct allegations and protects individuals who report misconduct from retaliation. The OIG can refer matters to local law enforcement and will issue reports detailing investigation findings and recommended actions. The office is specifically authorized to investigate specific types of employee misconduct as defined in existing education code sections, and the bill amends other sections of the education code to incorporate the new inspector general's investigative authorities. The new office is intended to provide independent oversight of potential misconduct in public schools, with the first inspector general to be appointed as soon as practicable after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the creation of the office of inspector general, appointed by the State Board of Education, with jurisdiction to investigate allegations of public school employee misconduct.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : David Lowe (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/18/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Public Education
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TX bill #HB5125 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Relating to measures to ensure public school transparency and accountability, including school district board of trustees meeting requirements, posting of certain information on a public school's Internet website, the creation of a grievance portal, and the inclusion of a transparency and accountability domain in the public school accountability system.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several measures to enhance transparency and accountability in public schools across Texas. It requires school district board of trustees to conduct business openly, allow public comments at meetings, and address issues raised during those comments. The bill mandates that school districts and charter schools post all student and staff rules, policies, and procedures on their websites within 30 days of adoption or modification. A new statewide online grievance portal will be created, allowing individuals to file complaints about school districts or charter schools, track the progress of those grievances, and appeal unresolved issues to the commissioner. Additionally, schools must now publicly post their instructional materials lists and library catalogs online in an easily accessible manner. The bill also modifies the school accountability system by adding a fourth domain focused on transparency and accountability to the existing evaluation framework, which previously had three domains covering student achievement, school progress, and closing performance gaps. These changes will apply starting in the 2025-2026 school year and aim to increase public access to information about school operations and provide more opportunities for community engagement in education.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to measures to ensure public school transparency and accountability, including school district board of trustees meeting requirements, posting of certain information on a public school's Internet website, the creation of a grievance portal, and the inclusion of a transparency and accountability domain in the public school accountability system.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ellen Troxclair (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Public Education
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OR bill #SB1111 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Relating to cannabis.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the bill: This bill aims to replace the term "marijuana" with "cannabis" throughout Oregon state law. The comprehensive legislation systematically changes references to "marijuana" to "cannabis" across numerous statutes, including legal, medical, regulatory, and administrative codes. Key provisions include changing the names of various funds and programs, such as the "Marijuana Control and Regulation Fund" becoming the "Cannabis Control and Regulation Fund" and the "Illegal Marijuana Market Enforcement Grant Program" becoming the "Illegal Cannabis Market Enforcement Grant Program." The bill does not substantively change existing laws regarding cannabis production, medical use, or regulation, but instead represents a terminology update intended to use a more neutral and scientifically accurate term. The changes apply to various contexts, including medical use, licensing, criminal justice, taxation, and regulatory frameworks. By consistently replacing "marijuana" with "cannabis," the bill seeks to modernize legal language and remove potentially stigmatizing terminology while maintaining the existing legal structures surrounding cannabis in Oregon.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act changes the word “marijuana” to “cannabis” in all of state law and rule. (Flesch Readability Score: 75.1). Changes the term “marijuana” to “cannabis” in Oregon law. Directs state agencies that refer to “marijuana” in agency rules to amend “marijuana” to “cannabis.”
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Lew Frederick (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate Judiciary Work Session (15:00:00 4/7/2025 HR E)
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TX bill #HB5316 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Relating to the Independent Citizen Redistricting Commission and the redistricting of the districts used to elect members of the United States House of Representatives, the Texas Legislature, and the State Board of Education.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an Independent Citizen Redistricting Commission (ICRC) to handle the redistricting of congressional, state legislative, and State Board of Education districts in Texas, replacing the current legislative redistricting process. The commission will consist of 14 members: five from the majority party, five from the minority party, and four independent members, all selected through a complex, multi-step application and selection process designed to ensure independence and diversity. The commission must draw district boundaries following specific criteria, prioritizing constitutional compliance, population equality, voting rights protections, geographic contiguity, and community integrity, while explicitly prohibiting consideration of political party preferences or incumbent residences. The commission will conduct an open and transparent process with extensive public hearings and input, and must approve final district maps by September 15 following each census year. Commission members are subject to strict conflict of interest rules and are ineligible to hold certain political offices for 10 years after their appointment. If the commission fails to approve a map, the Texas Supreme Court will appoint special masters to do so. The bill will only take effect if a corresponding constitutional amendment is approved by voters in 2025, and it will first apply to the 2030 census redistricting process.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the Independent Citizen Redistricting Commission and the redistricting of the districts used to elect members of the United States House of Representatives, the Texas Legislature, and the State Board of Education.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 03/15/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : James Talarico (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Redistricting
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IL bill #SB2416 • Last Action 04/07/2025
WIND & SOLAR FACILITY DRAINAGE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Counties Code and the Renewable Energy Facilities Agricultural Impact Mitigation Act to establish new requirements for commercial wind and solar energy facilities. The bill requires that such facilities proposed near municipal boundaries either be annexed to the municipality or be subject to its zoning regulations. Counties are now empowered to approve siting or special use permits for these facilities only if they meet specific criteria, including obtaining a National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit if the project will disturb more than one acre of land. The bill mandates that facility owners provide a detailed deconstruction plan prepared by a professional engineer, which must be reviewed and approved by the county within 60 days. Additionally, facility owners must submit a farmland drainage plan and provide financial assurance to cover potential deconstruction costs and emergency repairs. The legislation also requires facilities to be placed in agricultural or manufacturing zoning districts and allows counties to require vegetative ground cover for solar facilities to support pollinators. The bill aims to balance the development of renewable energy facilities with protection of agricultural lands, local community interests, and environmental considerations, providing a comprehensive framework for the siting and management of commercial wind and solar energy projects in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Counties Code. Provides that a commercial wind energy facility or commercial solar energy facility proposed to be located on property in an unincorporated area of the county within the zoning jurisdiction of a municipality and located adjacent to the corporate boundary of a municipality shall either be annexed to the municipality or be subject to the municipality's zoning regulations. Provides factors for determining if a request for siting approval or a special use permit for a commercial wind energy facility or a commercial solar energy facility, or modification of an approved siting or special use permit, is in compliance with the standards and conditions imposed in the Code, the zoning ordinance adopted consistent with the Code, and the conditions imposed under State and federal statutes and regulations. Provides that a county may not approve a request for siting approval or a special use permit for a commercial wind energy facility or a commercial solar energy facility or modification of an approved siting or special use permit, if the proposal shall disturb more than one acre of land, unless the facility owner has obtained a National Pollution Discharge Elimination System ("NPDES") permit from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. Requires a facility owner to provide the county in which a commercial solar energy facility or commercial wind energy facility to be located, a deconstruction plan that has been prepared by a professional engineer who has been selected by the facility owner. Provides that, based on an initial evaluation or reevaluation during the county approval process, the county may require changes in the level of financial assurance used to calculate the financial assurance level from the facility owner. Amends the Renewable Energy Facilities Agricultural Impact Mitigation Act. Provides that the standard agricultural impact mitigation agreements shall be amended as needed to conform with the financial assurance procedures and requirements under specified provisions of the Counties Code. Makes other changes.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Emil Jones (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Sponsor Removed Sen. Chris Balkema
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MT bill #HB28 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Clarify timelines and opening procedures for public charter schools
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies and updates several key provisions related to public charter schools in Montana, focusing on approval timelines, opening procedures, and funding mechanisms. Specifically, the bill requires the Board of Public Education to inform the Office of Public Instruction and county superintendents about charter school status, changes timeline requirements to specify business days, and modifies funding eligibility rules. The bill exempts charter schools approved by the Board of Public Education from standard school opening requirements and adjusts how schools receive funding in their first year of operation. For public charter schools and districts, the bill establishes that in the first operating year, they will not be eligible for per-ANB (Average Number Belonging) entitlements and will instead base funding on planned enrollment, with provisions for clawing back overpayments if actual enrollment does not meet initial projections. The bill also clarifies the board's responsibilities in soliciting, evaluating, and monitoring charter school proposals, including setting performance expectations, conducting annual reviews, and determining charter renewals. These changes aim to provide more clarity, accountability, and flexibility in the establishment and funding of public charter schools while maintaining rigorous standards for their operation and performance.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT REVISING LAWS RELATED TO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS TO CLARIFY APPROVAL TIMELINES, OPENING PROCEDURES, AND FUNDING FOR THE INITIAL YEARS OF OPERATION; REQUIRING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC EDUCATION TO INFORM THE OFFICE OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION AND THE RELEVANT COUNTY SUPERINTENT ABOUT THE STATUS OF PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS; PROVIDING THAT VARIOUS TIMELINE REQUIREMENTS ARE BUSINESS DAYS; CLARIFYING THAT PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF PUBLIC EDUCATION ARE NOT SUBJECT TO OTHER SCHOOL OPENING REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING THAT PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS AND DISTRICTS GOVERNED BY LOCAL SCHOOL BOARDS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR THE PER-ANB ENTITLEMENT IN THE FIRST YEAR OF OPERATION; PROVIDING THAT PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL DISTRICTS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR THE PER-ANB ENTITLEMENT IN THE FIRST YEAR OF OPERATION BASED ON PLANNED ENROLLMENT AND ARE SUBJECT TO CLAWBACK PROVISIONS; PROVIDING THAT ELIGIBILITY FOR A BASIC ENTITLEMENT IS INITIALLY BASED ON PLANNED ENROLLMENT AND THAT BASIC ENTITLEMENT PAYMENTS PROVIDED TO PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS AND DISTRICTS IN THE FIRST YEAR OF OPERATION ARE SUBJECT TO CLAWBACK PROVISIONS; AMING SECTIONS 20-6-804, 20-6-805, 20-6-806, 20-6-809, AND 20-6-812, MCA; AND PROVIDING AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE AND A RETROACTIVE APPLICABILITY DATE.”
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 12/12/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dave Bedey (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 60
• Last Amended: 03/24/2025
• Last Action: Chapter Number Assigned
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NY bill #S01418 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Provides for the award of reasonable attorneys' fees in FOIL proceedings if the person is successful and in open meeting proceedings to the successful petitioner and against the public body.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two sections of New York's Public Officers Law to modify how attorneys' fees are awarded in Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) and open meeting proceedings. Under the new provisions, courts will be required (rather than having discretion) to award reasonable attorneys' fees to a successful petitioner in FOIL cases when an agency either fails to respond to a request within the statutory time or has no reasonable basis for denying access to records. The bill defines "reasonable basis" for denying access as either reasonably relying on a published appellate court opinion with substantially similar facts or a published opinion from the Committee on Open Government. Similarly, in open meeting proceedings, courts must now award costs and reasonable attorneys' fees to the successful petitioner against the public body, removing previous language that allowed judicial discretion in such awards. These changes aim to incentivize government transparency and provide clearer pathways for individuals seeking access to public records or challenging potential violations of open meeting laws by making it easier to recover legal expenses when they prevail in court.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to the award of reasonable attorneys' fees in certain proceedings
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/10/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : John Liu (D)*, Jabari Brisport (D), Cordell Cleare (D), Nathalia Ferna´ndez (D), Andrew Gounardes (D), Robert Jackson (D), Liz Krueger (D), James Skoufis (D), Lea Webb (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/09/2025
• Last Action: REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
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NY bill #K00315 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Celebrating the birthday of Archie the Jr! Archivist, the mascot of the New York State Archives, on April 7, 2025
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: Celebrating the birthday of Archie the Jr! Archivist, the mascot of the New York State Archives, on April 7, 2025
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• Introduced: 04/07/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 21 : Gabriella Romero (D)*, Marianne Buttenschon (D)*, Patrick Carroll (D)*, Judy Griffin (D)*, Alicia Hyndman (D)*, Josh Jensen (R)*, Dana Levenberg (D)*, Jen Lunsford (D)*, Donna Lupardo (D)*, John McDonald (D)*, Karen McMahon (D)*, Misha Novakhov (R)*, Kwani O'Pharrow (D)*, Steven Raga (D)*, Nader Sayegh (D)*, Thomas Schiavoni (D)*, Rebecca Seawright (D)*, Maryjane Shimsky (D)*, Jo Anne Simon (D)*, Doug Smith (R)*, Robert Smullen (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: adopted
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NY bill #S00334 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Relates to publishing records of public interest by agencies and the legislature on their websites.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Public Officers Law to encourage government agencies and state legislative houses to proactively publish records of public interest on their websites. The legislation recognizes that technological advances have made it easier to disseminate public information and argues that government should leverage these capabilities to enhance transparency. Under the bill, agencies and legislative houses are directed to publish records that are already publicly available and deemed to be of substantial public interest, when they have the technological capability to do so. The bill includes protections to prevent the publication of records that would inappropriately invade personal privacy, and allows agencies to remove records from their websites when they are no longer of significant public interest or have reached the end of their legal retention period. The Committee on Open Government is tasked with creating regulations to implement these provisions, and the bill importantly does not limit agencies' existing abilities to publish records proactively. The legislation aims to make government more accessible and accountable by leveraging internet technologies to share public information more widely and efficiently.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to publishing records of public interest by agencies and the state legislature
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• Introduced: 12/24/2024
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : James Skoufis (D)*, Andrew Gounardes (D), Brad Hoylman (D), Robert Jackson (D), Liz Krueger (D), Kevin Parker (D), Jose Serrano (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
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NM bill #SB481 • Last Action 04/07/2025
State Fairgrounds District Act
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the State Fairgrounds District, a new political subdivision in Albuquerque centered on the existing state fairgrounds, with broad powers to develop and improve the area. The district will be initially governed by a seven-member board including state and local government representatives, and will have the authority to acquire land, undertake projects, enter into agreements, and levy property taxes (up to $5 per $1,000 of taxable value) with voter approval. The bill allows the district to issue up to $500 million in revenue bonds to fund various public improvements, including infrastructure, housing, recreational facilities, and economic development projects. The district will receive 75% of gross receipts and gaming tax revenues from businesses within its boundaries, which can be used to repay bonds. The board must prepare a comprehensive development plan and provide annual reports on progress, job creation, and investments. Notably, the district is exempt from existing special district and community service district regulations, giving it unique flexibility. The bonds and their income will be tax-exempt, and the district's financial activities will be subject to oversight by the state board of finance and legislative finance committee. The provisions of this act will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC FINANCES; ENACTING THE STATE FAIRGROUNDS DISTRICT ACT; CREATING THE STATE FAIRGROUNDS DISTRICT OVER THE LAND CURRENTLY OWNED BY THE STATE, COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS THE "STATE FAIRGROUNDS", AND CONTIGUOUS LAND THAT MAY BE SUBSEQUENTLY ACQUIRED; PROVIDING POWERS; PROVIDING THAT THE DISTRICT MAY ACQUIRE LAND AND ALTER THE BOUNDARIES OF THE DISTRICT; PROVIDING THAT THE DISTRICT MAY SELL OR OTHERWISE DISPOSE OF DISTRICT PROPERTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAW; AUTHORIZING A PROPERTY TAX LEVY; AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO FIVE HUNDRED MILLION DOLLARS ($500,000,000) OF BONDS AND REFUNDING BONDS BY THE STATE FAIRGROUNDS DISTRICT; PROVIDING A TAX EXEMPTION FROM BONDS AND INCOME FROM BONDS ISSUED PURSUANT TO THE STATE FAIRGROUNDS DISTRICT ACT; MAKING DISTRIBUTIONS TO A SPECIAL FUND OF THE DISTRICT OF SEVENTY-FIVE PERCENT OF THE NET RECEIPTS ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE STATE PORTION OF GROSS RECEIPTS TAX AND GAMING TAX FROM LOCATIONS ON THE STATE FAIRGROUNDS DISTRICT; EXEMPTING THE DISTRICT FROM THE PROVISIONS OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT ACT AND THE SPECIAL DISTRICT PROCEDURES ACT; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 04/09/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mimi Stewart (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 83 - Apr. 7
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AR bill #SB218 • Last Action 04/07/2025
To Amend The Arkansas Small Business Innovation Research Matching Grant Program.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Matching Grant Program by expanding the program's scope to include Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants alongside existing SBIR grants. The bill modifies several key definitions and administrative provisions, primarily transferring program administration from the Division of Science and Technology to the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. The matching grant program will now offer up to 50% matching funds for both Phase I and Phase II federal SBIR and STTR grants, with maximum grant amounts of $50,000 for Phase I and $100,000 for Phase II. Eligible businesses must remain in Arkansas, designate an Arkansas resident as the principal investigator, and be principally engaged in targeted business activities like advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, information technology, and agriculture. The bill also streamlines the application process, requiring businesses to submit applications for each federal grant proposal, with applications reviewed in order of receipt. Additionally, the bill removes a previous limitation on the number of matching grants a business could receive and emphasizes that at least 51% of the grant amount must be spent within Arkansas.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Missy Irvin (R)*, Trey Steimel (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 04/04/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB218 is now Act 440
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NM bill #SB274 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Board Of Finance Approval For Land Sales
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies existing New Mexico state law regarding the sale, trade, or lease of public property by state agencies, local public bodies, and school districts. The key changes include updating the threshold for when state Board of Finance approval is required for property transactions from the current limits to a new standard that requires approval for sales, trades, or leases of real property valued at more than $150,000 or lasting more than five years. The bill also clarifies procedures for disposing of tangible personal property, including setting guidelines for selling or donating items with a value of $30,000 or less, and establishing a preference for selling to governmental entities, Indian nations, tribes, or pueblos first. Additionally, the bill provides specific provisions for unique situations like the disposition of K-9 dogs and surplus property, ensuring that public entities have clear, structured processes for managing and disposing of property while maintaining transparency and seeking the most beneficial outcome for the state. The changes aim to streamline property disposition processes while maintaining appropriate oversight and potential value recovery for public assets. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY; CHANGING THE THRESHOLD FOR STATE BOARD OF FINANCE APPROVAL ON SALES, TRADES OR LEASES OF PROPERTY BY STATE AGENCIES AND LOCAL PUBLIC BODIES.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Tara Luján (D)*, Peter Wirth (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 76 - Apr. 7
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NM bill #SB57 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Medical Provider Patient Ipra Info
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends New Mexico's Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) to add a new exception to public records disclosure. Specifically, the bill prevents the release of records that contain personal identifying information or sensitive information about medical providers who perform abortion-related medical services when those providers are employed by a public body. This means that details such as names, contact information, or other sensitive professional information about abortion providers would be protected from public disclosure, likely to safeguard these providers from potential harassment or threats. The amendment is added to an existing list of exceptions to public records access, which already includes items like medical examination records, personnel file opinions, law enforcement records, and trade secrets. By creating this new protection, the bill aims to provide additional privacy and security for medical professionals working in a potentially sensitive and controversial field of healthcare.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC RECORDS; AMENDING THE INSPECTION OF PUBLIC RECORDS ACT TO EXCEPT FROM DISCLOSURE ANY RECORD CONTAINING PERSONAL IDENTIFYING INFORMATION OR SENSITIVE INFORMATION RELATED TO THE PRACTICE OF A MEDICAL PROVIDER WHO PERFORMS MEDICAL SERVICES RELATED TO ABORTION.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Cindy Nava (D)*, Liz Stefanics (D)*, Reena Szczepanski (D), Peter Wirth (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 60 - Apr. 7
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NM bill #HB298 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Local Government Official Changes
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes to local government operations, primarily focusing on municipalities with a mayor-council form of government. It clarifies the roles, powers, and procedures for mayors, governing bodies, and municipal officials. The bill establishes specific procedures for filling vacancies in mayoral and governing body positions, requiring that vacancies be addressed within 15 days and placed on subsequent meeting agendas until filled. It defines the mayor as the chief executive officer with responsibilities for enforcing ordinances and maintaining peace, and specifies that the mayor can only vote to break ties. The bill introduces new requirements for organizational meetings after elections, where the mayor submits appointive office nominations for confirmation. It also establishes guidelines for appointing, supervising, and potentially discharging municipal employees, explicitly stating that the mayor and governing body cannot interfere with judicial branch personnel. Additionally, the bill mandates that governing body members recuse themselves from voting when true or perceived conflicts of interest exist, requires them to state the conflict on the record, and provides procedures for changing the number of governing body members through a voter-approved process. The legislation aims to provide clearer governance structures and more transparent decision-making processes for municipal governments.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO MUNICIPALITIES; AMENDING SECTIONS OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE; CLARIFYING THE GOVERNING LAW OF MAYOR-COUNCIL FORMS OF GOVERNMENT; PROVIDING PROCEDURES FOR FILLING VACANCIES; PROVIDING PROCEDURES FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF OFFICIALS AND VOTING ON MATTERS BEFORE A GOVERNING BODY; CLARIFYING MAYORAL AUTHORITY, POWERS AND DUTIES; PROVIDING PROCEDURES FOR THE NOMINATION AND APPOINTMENT OF EMPLOYEES AND OFFICIALS; CODIFYING THE MAYOR AND GOVERNING BODY'S LACK OF AUTHORITY OVER JUDICIAL BRANCH AFFAIRS; REQUIRING ORGANIZATIONAL MEETINGS; PROVIDING THAT APPOINTED MEMBERS OF A GOVERNING BODY ARE NOT SUBJECT TO MERIT-SYSTEM ORDINANCES; REQUIRING MEMBERS OF A GOVERNING BODY TO RECUSE THEMSELVES FROM VOTING WHEN TRUE OR PERCEIVED CONFLICTS OF INTEREST EXIST; SPECIFYING PROCEDURES FOR SUCH RECUSALS; REMOVING THE REQUIREMENT THAT SPECIAL ELECTIONS OCCUR WITHIN NINETY DAYS OF THE ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE TO CHANGE THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF A GOVERNING BODY OR TRUSTEES OR SUCH A PETITION; AMENDING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF A GOVERNING BODY; AMENDING THE POWERS OF A COMMISSION IN A COMMISSION-MANAGER FORM OF GOVERNMENT.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Chris Chandler (D)*, Mark Duncan (R)*, Bill Sharer (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 04/08/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Governor - Chapter 40 - Apr. 7
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AR bill #SB366 • Last Action 04/07/2025
To Create The Strengthen Arkansas Homes Act; And To Create The Strengthen Arkansas Homes Program Fund.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Strengthen Arkansas Homes Program, a state initiative designed to help homeowners improve their properties' resilience to wind and hail damage. The program establishes a dedicated fund that can receive donations, grants, and government appropriations to provide financial assistance for retrofitting single-family homes to meet FORTIFIED Home construction standards established by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety. Homeowners can apply for grants to upgrade their homes, but must meet specific eligibility requirements, such as owning a primary residence with a homestead exemption, obtaining bids from certified contractors, and having or obtaining wind and flood insurance. Contractors and evaluators must be certified and meet strict participation requirements. The program also incentivizes home improvements by requiring insurance companies to offer premium discounts for homes that meet the FORTIFIED standards and mandating an optional policy endorsement that helps cover roof upgrade costs. The Insurance Commissioner will administer the program, develop rules, and oversee grant applications, with a priority given to areas historically susceptible to catastrophic wind events. The program is set to become effective on January 1, 2026, and aims to reduce property damage and improve home resilience in Arkansas.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE STRENGTHEN ARKANSAS HOMES ACT; TO CREATE THE STRENGTHEN ARKANSAS HOMES PROGRAM FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Justin Boyd (R)*, Lee Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/04/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB366 is now Act 427
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AR bill #SB432 • Last Action 04/07/2025
To Amend The Law Concerning Accountants; And To Amend The Definition Of Substantial Equivalency For The Practice Of Accountancy.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to Arkansas law concerning accountants and the practice of accountancy. Specifically, the bill changes provisions related to examination fees by allowing the Arkansas State Board of Public Accountancy to waive or assume examination fees in certain circumstances. It also modifies the reciprocity requirements for licensure, simplifying the language around how out-of-state accountants can obtain certification. The bill adjusts experience requirements for initial certification, now explicitly stating that applicants must have at least one year of experience. Additionally, the bill significantly revises the definition and parameters of "substantial equivalency" for accountancy practice, giving the board more flexibility to determine and define these standards. The legislation also updates rules around license reinstatement, changing the window for reinstatement from three years to a July 1 deadline following license lapse, and modifies practice review requirements, including making annual reviews mandatory for one-third of active licensees on a rotating basis. These changes aim to modernize and streamline regulatory processes for accountants in Arkansas while maintaining professional standards.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING ACCOUNTANTS; TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCY FOR THE PRACTICE OF ACCOUNTANCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Jim Petty (R)*, Les Warren (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 04/04/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB432 is now Act 428
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CT bill #SB01448 • Last Action 04/07/2025
An Act Concerning Transportation Network Companies And Drivers.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses regulations for transportation network companies (TNCs), such as Uber and Lyft, by introducing several key provisions. The bill modifies the registration process for TNCs, establishing a tiered registration fee structure based on the number of active drivers, ranging from $5,000 for companies with fewer than 50 drivers to $30,000 for companies with 200 or more drivers. It requires TNCs to provide real-time messaging in both English and Spanish, display driver and vehicle information to riders before pickup, and issue a removable decal for TNC vehicles. The bill mandates that TNCs provide detailed electronic receipts to riders, including ride origin, destination, time, distance, and a breakdown of the total fare. Additionally, TNCs must offer drivers a weekly summary of their rides, earnings, and percentage earned. The legislation also introduces provisions for non-discrimination, driver background checks, and safety policies, including restrictions on driver eligibility based on driving and criminal history. TNCs must adopt policies prohibiting drivers from operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol and must have a process for investigating and responding to rider complaints. The bill aims to increase transparency, safety, and accountability in the transportation network company industry, with most provisions set to take effect on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: To (1) require transportation network companies and third-party delivery companies to provide receipts that detail time, distance and pay rate to their drivers, (2) increase the registration fee for transportation network companies, and (3) require transportation network companies to provide real-time messaging, establish an appeals process and disclose certain information to their drivers.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: File Number 544
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OR bill #HB2583 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Relating to public charter school eligibility for grants from the Student Investment Account; declaring an emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the eligibility criteria for public charter schools to receive grants from the Student Investment Account (SIA), specifically focusing on virtual public charter schools. The bill defines an "eligible public charter school" as one that does not contract with a for-profit entity to provide educational management services and meets certain student demographic requirements. Under the new provisions, virtual public charter schools that do not use for-profit management services can now apply for SIA grants, whereas previously they were excluded. The bill requires these schools to have at least 35% of their student population from historically disadvantaged groups (such as economically disadvantaged, racial or ethnic minorities, or students with disabilities) and maintain a proportion of these students equal to or greater than the school district's overall percentage. The changes will first apply to grants distributed for the 2025-2026 school year, and the bill includes an emergency clause, making it effective immediately upon passage to ensure timely implementation of these educational funding modifications.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Allows some virtual public charter schools to receive an SIA grant. (Flesch Readability Score: 64.9). Allows virtual public charter schools that do not provide educational services through a for- profit entity that contracts with the governing body of the virtual public charter school to be eli- gible for grants distributed from the Student Investment Account. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 4 : Emily McIntire (R)*, Darin Harbick (R), Zach Hudson (D), Boomer Wright (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: House Education Work Session (15:00:00 4/7/2025 HR B)
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MD bill #SB672 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Baltimore Convention and Tourism Redevelopment and Operating Authority Task Force - Revisions
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a Task Force to study the creation of a Baltimore Convention and Tourism Redevelopment and Operating Authority, with a comprehensive mandate to examine governance, redevelopment, and operational strategies for the Baltimore Convention site and surrounding areas. The Task Force is required to study potential establishment of an entity to govern and redevelop local real property assets, identify funding sources for renovation and ongoing operations, and make recommendations on the entity's membership, purpose, and functions. Specifically, the Task Force will explore the entity's potential abilities, including acquiring property, determining renovation projects, entering into agreements, collecting fees, establishing usage rules, and issuing bonds. The Task Force must submit two key reports: an initial report by December 1, 2024, detailing its general findings and recommendations, and a follow-up report by December 1, 2025, focusing specifically on funding sources and mechanisms. The bill is designed to be in effect for two years, with an automatic expiration on June 30, 2026, unless further legislative action is taken, providing a structured approach to exploring potential improvements to the Baltimore Convention site's management and development.
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Bill Summary: Requiring the Baltimore Convention and Tourism Redevelopment and Operating Authority Task Force to identify funding sources and mechanisms to renovate, revitalize, and develop projects relating to the Baltimore Convention site and to establish and sustain the operations of a Baltimore Convention and Tourism Redevelopment and Operating Authority; and extending the termination date of the Task Force to June 30, 2026.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mary Washington (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/05/2025
• Last Action: Referred Rules and Executive Nominations
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OR bill #HB2359 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Relating to school starting times.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires high schools in Oregon to start no earlier than 8:30 a.m., with an exception for rural schools as defined by the State Board of Education. The bill amends several existing Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) to implement this requirement, including those governing school districts and public charter schools. The changes will become operative on July 1, 2027, and will first apply to the 2027-2028 school year. To support this transition, the Department of Education is mandated to provide technical assistance to school districts and public charter schools, including guidance on implementing the new start time, changing transportation schedules, and sharing research about the benefits of later school start times for adolescents. The department is also required to establish a grant program to help schools cover one-time costs associated with implementing the new start time, such as facility upgrades or communication expenses. Schools will be responsible for directly informing their communities about the research supporting later start times and providing a link to the department's informational resources. The bill aims to address student health and academic performance by ensuring high schools start at a time more aligned with adolescent sleep patterns.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Requires high schools to start no earlier than 8:30 a.m. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.3). Requires school districts and public charter schools to implement a schedule for high schools that does not start regular instructional hours before 8:30 a.m. Directs the Department of Education to provide technical assistance and to award grants re- lated to the implementation of the school starting time requirement.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 6 : Susan McLain (D)*, Lew Frederick (D)*, Farrah Chaichi (D), Dacia Grayber (D), Hoa Nguyen (D), Rob Nosse (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: House Education Work Session (15:00:00 4/7/2025 HR B)
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OR bill #HB2533 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Relating to public records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 192.390 to extend the timeline for public records exemptions related to attorney-client privilege. Currently, public records more than 25 years old are generally available for public inspection. The bill introduces a new provision specifying that public records exempt from disclosure under attorney-client privilege protections (ORS 40.225 and 192.355(9)) will now remain confidential until they are more than 50 years old, effectively doubling the previous 25-year restriction. This change means that sensitive legal documents and communications protected by attorney-client privilege will remain confidential for a longer period, potentially safeguarding the confidentiality of legal advice and communications between attorneys and their clients for an extended timeframe. The bill aims to provide additional protection for legally privileged records by creating a more extended period before such documents become publicly accessible.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Extends the time that public records are exempt from release to the public when it is based on the lawyer-client privilege. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.6). Extends the statutory timeline for inspection of public records when the exemption is based on attorney-client privilege.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 3 : Tom Andersen (D)*, Kim Wallan (R)*, Cyrus Javadi (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: House Judiciary Work Session (15:00:00 4/7/2025 HR F)
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MN bill #HF3121 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Transparency and community engagement in trunk highway project development established, project scoping and development requirements established, transportation project activity portal required, legislative reports modified, and money appropriated.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive new requirements for transparency and community engagement in trunk highway project development in Minnesota. It mandates that the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) create a community notification process for major highway projects, providing detailed information to residents within a half-mile of project areas, including translated materials if needed. The bill introduces a mandatory community-oriented project development process that requires establishing both a community advisory assembly and a policy advisory committee for each qualifying project. These groups will provide recommendations on project purpose, design alternatives, and other key aspects of transportation planning. The bill also requires MnDOT to create a centralized online transportation project activity portal that provides comprehensive, user-friendly information about highway projects, including interactive mapping, project details, timelines, public meeting information, and a fiscal transparency dashboard. Additionally, the bill modifies existing reporting requirements, expanding the annual transportation report to include more detailed performance measures, project impacts, and expenditure breakdowns. The goal is to increase public participation, improve transparency, support traditionally underrepresented communities, and enhance the overall transportation project development process.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to transportation; establishing certain transparency and community engagement in trunk highway project development; establishing project scoping and development requirements; requiring transportation project activity portal; modifying certain legislative reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 161.178, subdivision 1; 174.03, subdivision 12; 174.07, subdivision 3; 174.56; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 161; 174.
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• Introduced: 04/07/2025
• Added: 04/08/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Erin Koegel (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 04/04/2025
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Transportation Finance and Policy
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MD bill #SB401 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Transportation - Maryland Area Rail Commuter Rail Authority - Establishment (MARC Rail Authority Act of 2025)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Maryland Area Rail Commuter (MARC) Rail Authority as a new independent entity responsible for managing Maryland's commuter rail services. The authority will be led by the Secretary of Transportation as chair, with additional appointed members including representatives with rail transit backgrounds from the Senate and House. The MARC Rail Authority will have broad powers to supervise, finance, construct, operate, maintain, and repair MARC railroad facilities, including the existing Brunswick, Camden, and Penn Lines, and potential service extensions. The bill grants the authority the ability to issue revenue bonds to finance projects, create a dedicated MARC Rail Authority Fund, and set and collect fares. Key financial provisions include the requirement to develop an annual six-year financial forecast, the ability to apply for grants, and provisions ensuring that bond issuances do not constitute state debt. The authority will be subject to open meeting requirements and must make meeting information publicly accessible. The Maryland Department of Transportation will be required to transition MARC operations and contracts to the new authority, with the act taking effect on July 1, 2025. The bill aims to create a more focused and flexible governance structure for Maryland's commuter rail system, giving the new authority greater autonomy in managing and improving rail services.
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Bill Summary: Establishing the Maryland Area Rail Commuter (MARC) Rail Authority and the powers and duties of the MARC Rail Authority, acting on behalf of the Department of Transportation, with respect to the supervision, construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of MARC railroad facilities projects; authorizing the MARC Rail Authority to issue certain revenue bonds to finance the cost of MARC railroad facilities; establishing the MARC Rail Authority Fund; and requiring certain funds and revenues to be deposited in the Fund.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cory McCray (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: Favorable with Amendments Report by Budget and Taxation
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MN bill #SF1464 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Minnesota Sustainable Foraging Task Force establishment
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Minnesota Sustainable Foraging Task Force, a diverse 15-member group comprised of legislators, representatives from mycological and foraging organizations, tribal members, scientists, and ecosystem experts, who will study and make recommendations about foraging practices on state lands. The task force's primary duties include gathering data on foraging's impact on ecosystems, reviewing existing foraging regulations, developing science-based and culturally sensitive foraging guidelines, increasing public understanding of sustainable foraging, and proposing reduced-price foraging permits. The Legislative Coordinating Commission will provide administrative support, with the first meeting scheduled by September 1, 2025, and the Department of Natural Resources will offer subject matter expertise. The task force must elect a legislative member as chair and submit a detailed, actionable report to the commissioner of natural resources and legislative committees by February 28, 2026. Additionally, the bill includes a moratorium preventing the Department of Natural Resources from creating new foraging rules until July 1, 2027, allowing the task force time to develop comprehensive recommendations. Task force members will receive compensation and expense reimbursement according to state guidelines, and the task force will expire on March 15, 2026, or after submitting its report.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to natural resources; establishing the Minnesota Sustainable Foraging Task Force; providing appointments; requiring a report.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 03/21/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 3 : Susan Pha (D)*, Foung Hawj (D), Mary Kunesh (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 04/01/2025
• Last Action: Comm report: To pass and re-referred to Environment, Climate, and Legacy
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MN bill #SF1918 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Consent to electronic monitoring requirements modification
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies numerous provisions related to healthcare and senior care in Minnesota, focusing on protecting residents' rights in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and hospice care. The bill expands consent requirements for electronic monitoring in care facilities, strengthening protections against retaliation for residents who report issues or use monitoring devices. It requires annual training for nursing home employees on preventing retaliation and adds new provisions to the Home Care and Assisted Living Advisory Council, increasing its membership to 14 and expanding its representation to include more diverse perspectives from care recipients and their families. The bill prohibits mandatory binding arbitration agreements in assisted living contracts, ensuring residents cannot be forced to sign away their legal rights as a condition of admission. Additionally, the bill enhances medication management requirements, specifying that registered nurses or qualified delegated staff must monitor and reassess medication needs, and expands hospice patient rights to include immediate pain medication availability, the ability to revoke hospice election, and receive curative treatment for unrelated conditions while remaining on hospice. The legislation also modifies healthcare agent powers, limiting their ability to restrict a principal's communications and interactions with others, and establishes new legal remedies for residents who experience retaliation in care facilities.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health; modifying consent to electronic monitoring requirements; modifying provisions related to retaliation in nursing homes and assisted living facilities; expanding membership and duties of the home care and assisted living program advisory council; modifying the hospice bill of rights; prohibiting required binding arbitration agreements in assisted living contracts; modifying medication management requirements; modifying authority of health care agents to restrict visitation and communication; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 144.6502, subdivision 3; 144.6512, subdivision 3, by adding a subdivision; 144A.04, by adding a subdivision; 144A.474, subdivision 11; 144A.4799; 144A.751, subdivision 1; 144G.08, by adding a subdivision; 144G.31, subdivision 8; 144G.51; 144G.71, subdivisions 3, 5; 144G.92, subdivision 2, by adding a subdivision; 145C.07, by adding a subdivision; 145C.10.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 03/27/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 3 : Scott Dibble (D)*, John Hoffman (D), Jim Abeler (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Human Services
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MN bill #SF2322 • Last Action 04/07/2025
Minnesota Health Care Workforce Advisory Council establishment
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Minnesota Health Care Workforce Advisory Council, a 16-member body designed to comprehensively address health care workforce challenges in the state. The council will include legislative members, state agency representatives, and gubernatorial appointees with expertise in health care workforce issues. Its primary responsibilities include conducting objective research, analyzing workforce data, collaborating with various stakeholders, and advising the legislature on health care workforce policies and needs. The council will focus on workforce supply, demand, distribution, health equity, and efforts to increase participation by underrepresented groups in health professions. Every five years, the council will develop a comprehensive workforce plan that projects health care worker demands, assesses current provider distribution, identifies funding sources for training, and recommends action plans to meet future workforce needs. The council will establish discipline-specific committees, consult with various health care planning entities, and aim to provide nonpartisan, data-driven recommendations to improve Minnesota's health care workforce. Initially established with a sunset date of January 1, 2029, the council will be staffed by the commissioner of health and will work to address critical issues such as workforce shortages, training programs, diversity, and geographic distribution of health care professionals.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to health occupations; establishing the Minnesota Health Care Workforce Advisory Council; requiring reporting; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 144.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2025
• Added: 04/02/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 3 : Melissa Wiklund (D)*, Alice Mann (D), Rob Kupec (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Health and Human Services
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CT bill #SB01487 • Last Action 04/07/2025
An Act Concerning Transportation Network Companies And Third-party Delivery Companies.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive regulations for transportation network companies (TNCs like Uber and Lyft) and third-party delivery companies, focusing on improving driver transparency, compensation, and workplace protections. The bill requires TNCs to provide detailed electronic receipts to both drivers and riders within specified timeframes, including information about ride duration, distance, fares, driver compensation, and any applied fees or dynamic pricing. Companies must now register annually with the Department of Transportation, with registration fees varying based on the number of active drivers (ranging from $5,000 to $30,000). The bill establishes minimum compensation standards for drivers, guaranteeing they receive at least 85% of the rider's fare or a minimum per-mile and per-minute rate. Additionally, TNCs must implement real-time messaging in both English and Spanish, create an internal appeals process for drivers who are suspended or banned, and provide weekly summaries of a driver's earnings and ride details. For third-party delivery drivers, similar compensation and receipt requirements are established. The bill also mandates background checks, vehicle inspections, and non-discrimination policies, aiming to improve working conditions and transparency in the gig economy. These regulations will be implemented in stages, with most provisions taking effect on October 1, 2025, and some initial changes starting July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: To (1) require transportation network companies and third-party delivery companies to provide receipts that detail time, distance and pay rate to drivers, (2) increase the registration fee for transportation network companies, and (3) require transportation network companies to provide real-time messaging, establish an appeals process and disclose certain information to their drivers.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Labor and Public Employees Committee, Nicholas Gauthier (D), Laurie Sweet (D), Anne Hughes (D), Nicholas Menapace (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: File Number 547
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MD bill #HB1142 • Last Action 04/05/2025
Public Health - Maryland Interested Parties Advisory Group - Establishment
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Maryland Interested Parties Advisory Group (MIPAG) within the Maryland Department of Health to ensure adequate access to home- and community-based Medicaid services. The advisory group will consist of 15 members, including representatives from state agencies, consumers, direct care workers, consumer organizations, worker organizations, and provider associations. Members will be appointed to reflect the state's diversity and will serve without compensation but receive expense reimbursement. The group's primary purpose is to advise on Medicaid payment rate sufficiency and ensure adequate access to applicable service categories like homemaker, home health aide, personal care, and habilitation services. The advisory group will meet annually and is required to submit a report to the Governor and General Assembly by September 1st each year beginning in 2026, detailing its activities and recommendations. The bill aims to improve the understanding of challenges facing home- and community-based services by creating a diverse, representative group that can provide insights into workforce conditions, access to care, and payment rates. The Maryland Department of Health is mandated to provide staff support, publish meeting information, and make relevant data available to support the group's work. Importantly, the bill includes protections against retaliation for group members participating in the advisory group.
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Bill Summary: Establishing the Maryland Interested Parties Advisory Group to ensure adequate access to applicable home- and community-based services in the State; requiring the Maryland Department of Health to provide certain support to the Advisory Group; and requiring by September 1 each year beginning in 2026, the Advisory Group to report its activities and recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 23 : Heather Bagnall (D)*, Joseline Peña-Melnyk (D), Bonnie Cullison (D), Tiffany Alston (D), Harry Bhandari (D), Brian Chisholm (R), Pam Guzzone (D), Terri Hill (D), Tom Hutchinson (R), Steve Johnson (D), Anne Kaiser (D), Ken Kerr (D), Nic Kipke (R), Lesley Lopez (D), Ashanti Martínez (D), Matt Morgan (R), Teresa Reilly (R), Sandy Rosenberg (D), Kathy Szeliga (R), Deni Taveras (D), Jamila Woods (D), Teresa Woorman (D), Kim Ross (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 04/07/2025
• Last Action: Passed Enrolled
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ID bill #H0253 • Last Action 04/04/2025
Amends existing law to provide additional time to respond to requests for public records from nonresidents and to allow a different fee schedule to fulfill nonresident requests.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Idaho's public records laws to create different procedures and fee structures for resident and nonresident public records requests. The bill defines a "resident" as someone who has been domiciled in Idaho for at least 30 days, excluding full-time students from another state, and introduces new provisions that give public agencies more time to respond to nonresident requests. Specifically, while resident requests must be responded to within three working days, nonresident requests now have a 21-day response window. The bill also allows public agencies to establish separate fee schedules for resident and nonresident requests, with nonresident requests potentially incurring higher fees. For residents, the first two hours of labor and first 100 pages of records remain free, and fee rates are limited to the lowest administrative staff pay rate. In contrast, fees for nonresident requests can be set at the discretion of the public agency, as long as they do not exceed actual costs. These changes aim to provide more flexibility for government agencies in handling public records requests while maintaining transparency for Idaho residents.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO PUBLIC RECORDS; AMENDING SECTION 74-101, IDAHO CODE, TO DEFINE A TERM; AMENDING SECTION 74-102, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS RE- GARDING PUBLIC RECORDS REQUESTS; AMENDING SECTION 74-103, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING THE REQUEST AND RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR EXAMINATION OF PUBLIC RECORDS; AMENDING SECTION 67-4126, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 04/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 04/02/2025
• Last Action: Reported Signed by Governor on April 4, 2025 Session Law Chapter 298 Effective: 07/01/2025
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MD bill #SB920 • Last Action 04/04/2025
Public Health - Maryland Interested Parties Advisory Group - Establishment
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Maryland Interested Parties Advisory Group within the Maryland Department of Health to improve home- and community-based services for Medicaid recipients. The Advisory Group will consist of 15 members, including representatives from state agencies, consumers, direct care workers, consumer organizations, worker organizations, and provider associations, with a focus on reflecting the state's demographic diversity. The group's primary purpose is to advise on Medicaid payment rates and ensure adequate access to applicable service categories like homemaker, home health aide, personal care, and habilitation services. Beginning in 2026, the group will meet annually and submit a report to the Governor and General Assembly recommending ways to increase Medicaid payment rates. The Department of Health will provide staffing and support, and will be required to publish meeting information, members' details, and the annual report on its website. The bill also ensures that members are not compensated but can be reimbursed for expenses, protects members from retaliation, and mandates that the initial group be appointed by October 1, 2025, with the bill taking effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Establishing the Maryland Interested Parties Advisory Group to ensure adequate access to applicable home- and community-based services in the State; requiring the Maryland Department of Health to provide certain support to the Advisory Group; requiring by September 1 each year, beginning in 2026, the Advisory Group to report its activities and recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly; and requiring the Department to post the report to the Department's website within 30 days after the report has been finalized.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dawn Gile (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 04/03/2025
• Last Action: Referred Rules and Executive Nominations
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PA bill #HB1141 • Last Action 04/04/2025